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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 18:09
I've used Tip Top painters a couple of times after seeing them recommended on here. I was impressed. They were quick, pleasant, did a great job and cleaned up after themselves. 050 140 1374
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 17:06
You could also try Non Stop One Stop, great set ups and I think they do hosting but I could be wrong on that. Again, not sure of cost sorry. https://www.facebook.com/nonstoponestop
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 15:40
Totally dependent on the couple. I've got a friend who's blissfully married to a man who's older than her father. I've also got a friend who recently broke up with a girl eight years younger because he found her too immature, she just wanted different things than him.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 15:35
I think it was a breastfeeding reference - that alcohol passes over into breastmilk Oh goodness I hope not! I'm hoping it was a joke otherwise EW has sunk to new lows of judgment. Enjoy your post baby bubbles DB, it will be well deserved.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 11:53
Jealous! The closest I'll be getting to Sandance this weekend is pulling a few Gangham Style moves in my children's sand box. Have fun!
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 10:36
Ok I'm not proud to admit this but I once had a few too many down at Pai Thai in the Madinat one night - on the walk through the grounds me and my friend came across an abandoned golf buggy and had a fabulous time weaving around all the little paths until security sandwiched us in (coming from front and behind) and gave us a telling off. Sorry but it was hilarious and I would think it highly amusing to find a golf buggy in my driveway! hehehe Thelma and Louise, Dubai style! Minus the swan dive off the end of Pier Chic.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 10:27
Thanks, I will try that too. How long would you cook the vegetables? Was this to me? Just in case... The quinoa salad all the vegetables are raw. Finely chopped peppers, tomatoes, cucumber, spinach, rocket, parsley, radishes and dates, mix with cooked quinoa then dress with lime juice and olive oil. The curry, I pan fry the aubergines until soft then add the courgettes and peppers and lightly cook. I sometimes add mushrooms after the aubergines. I add a drained can of chickpeas to a can of coconut milk or cream (depending on what you prefer) and a tablespoon of curry paste. Boil with lid off for 20 minutes then add the cooked vegetables. I cook the vegetables separate from the chickpeas as I prefer them lightly cooked, you can do it all together if you like them soft. Top with raw finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, spring onions and/or radishes and spinach.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 10:16
depends on your situation ..I find this funny but when you have a small baby and when you take such effort to put it to sleep last thing u need is someone to come and dump a golf cart ..so I would say this is ''unwanted hassle '' Really? After the night my little darlings gave me last night a golf cart in the garage this morning would have perked me up no end!
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 09:06
I love love love my weekly Greenheart box. Sad as it sounds I spend Sunday (delivery day) getting all excited about the quinoa, veggie and herb salad I'll make for dinner that night. On Saturday nights (or sometimes Thursday if I just can't wait) I make a curry with any aubergines, courgettes and peppers that I have left. Yum.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 07:19
Ha! Classic. I hope they left the keys, I'd love if someone dumped a cart from the local golf club in my garage and I could take it for a spin whilst returning it.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 20:33
I don't think you are over reacting and it sounds like you dealt with things very well today. I'd wait to see what the principal comes back with tomorrow then proceed from there. If other children saw what happened then at least it may not be a straight case of he said she said. Particularly as the teacher has denied touching your child at all.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 17:02
We've been using lactose free milk, if its the lactose that's the issue. Same consistency. Don't use rice milk for baking - it's too thin and burns really easily. Also a nightmare when doing sauces as it has a "taste". Almond milk was thick, so may be ok. I think soya milk is same problem as rice milk. HTH What are you baking TheMrs? I've never had problem with rice milk burning.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 16:59
This is no better than saying an Indian wouldn't be a good manager or a Brit would be lousy in IT. How many times on here have we seen people complain that they can't get a job that they are qualified for merely because of their passport? Or does this discrimination only border racism when it has to do with white-collar workers? I'm certainly not saying any nationalities are 'no good' or 'lousy', it's a case of preference. The culture you are raised in shapes you as a person. Simple as that. And when the person you are employing is going to be living in your home it's very important that you gel with them. Some nationalities I find I tend to gel with better than others. It works both ways, the vast majority of maids looking for work ads I see on the board where I live specify that they only want to work for a European or American family. Do you think it's ok for maids to specify who they want to work for? Or is it only discrimination when it's the other way round?
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 16:37
I use all of them. I do find that oat and almond milk have a bit of a stronger flavour than the other two which you may or may not like. Take in to account if they are sweetened or not as well, if they are you might want to reduce the amount of sugar you are using.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 15:07
Which do you prefer, european employees or asian employees!? Honestly, what a silly question. Why is it a silly question? Different nationalities often bring different attributes to a job. To pretend otherwise is naive. Peruse a few job adverts here, specifying a nationality is very common for both prospective employers and employees.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 14:51
I'm sorry that happened when you just wanted to help someone mpp_jl. Unfortunately some people are just plain rude. It could be worse though, check this out: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/4610838/House-ransacked-after-Craigslist-yard-sale.html
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 14:47
Teachers do have a life outside school ! Yes they do. I couldn't care less if a teacher's private life makes 50 Shades of Grey look tame but facebook is not private and teaching is job (like many, many others) that I think it's wise to exercise caution in how you present yourself publicly.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 13:40
I think it's pretty gross for anyone (other than maybe an p*rn movie actor) to have a graphic kissing photo on facebook, yuck. Teenagers you can blame stupidity of youth but a grown woman? No. Can't imagine it will get her much respect from her students either. Or maybe I'm just a prude.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 13:35
if it gets cheaper then salaries have to go down. Salaries of the cleaners or the bosses?! Agency cleaners seem to be paid a pittance no matter what the hourly rate is.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 13:32
I was at the plant souk off Academic City road a few days ago and they had seedlings of coriander, chilli and tomato. Not sure about curry leaves as I wasn't looking for them. All grow really well here.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 13:29
Good and bad in every nationality but in general I prefer Filapina. Our current maid is from the Philippines and great so I'm a bit biased.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 13:19
Airy Fairy are in the Ranches and do gorgeous cakes: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Airy-Fairy-Dubai/153527461423443
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 21:57
Medised got reclassified a while back, it used to be recommended from 3 months, now it's from age 6. Something to do with the possible side effects on young children from one of the active ingredients, I can't remember the specifics.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 20:42
I can agree with that. Until I built substantial legs/glutes, even total leanness wasn't enough. The age is also an issue. Perhaps I should have said you can all but diminish it :) Mine was SO awful I wouldn't even wear shorts or a swimsuit in public--if I knew back then that I could even rid myself of half of the hail damage through old fashioned hard work, I would have done it a lot sooner! I just thought it was genetic and was stuck with it--so I try to preach the "yes you can" message :). Along with the age thing, I also think that hormone levels after having children plays a part. After having children I find it's much harder to achieve the same effect that I did pre children. I can do it, it just takes much more work. Obviously I've gotten older whilst having a family which also plays a part but my skin elasticity and tone has been markedly worse since children. Which obviously makes the appearance of cellulite worse. On the plus side, my previously dead straight hair has gotten curlier with each baby which I love!
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 18:34
I leaned out. I was athletic in my teens--although my weight fluctuated, I was never actually lean. When I turned 30, I got more into lifting weights than ever. So building hamstring, quad, and glute muscle helped shape and lift my legs and bum. That's a big help. But keeping my body fat % low is the only thing that keeps it away. I'm currently 14% and have practically zero cellulite, but if I got fat again, it would come right back overnight--especially because the tissue is damaged and the whole lack of elasticity thing that anyone over 28 years old has to do with--whether they smoke, drink caffeine, or not. ETA: [b'>yes you CAN get rid of cellulite if you get lean enough through diet, and both cardio AND weight lifting. Not everyone wants to be low body fat though. However it is indeed possible!!!.[/b'> edited by Beebers on 06/11/2012 Sorry Beebers, I disagree. Maybe some people can but my mother in her triathlete heyday was a machine, she never totally got rid of the the cellulite though. There wasn't much but it was there. It may be age related too, she was in her 40's at the time.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 16:53
I sometimes wonder who controls the volume of the athan. Sometimes I hear the Fajr prayer very loudly and other times it is just a background noise. For those who live close to mosques, do you find that your young children get woken up by the Fajr prayer? I live very close to the mosque in AR. The only time any of us have disturbed sleep from it is the first day of Eid when it's much louder than normal. Even then my children don't wake, just me.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 15:06
I couldn't stand apartment living with kids. We stayed in The Greens for 2 months when we first arrived. It was lovely but it drove me mad not having a garden. Having to trek downstairs to go outside then realise you'd forgotten a water bottle or needed to go back for a nappy change/toilet break, urgh. It means they can't go outside unsupervised either. My children normally play in the garden when I'm getting dinner ready. I can see them and hear them and they don't need to be inside with me. It's a total personal preference thing though, I have friends that love apartment living and the Marina does have a great vibe.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 13:47
That's why I am finding this hard. I sat in the sun for 10 minutes this morning and I got really hot. I really can't believe that many people, covered Muslimah or not, sit in the sun like this everyday! I avoid sitting out in the morning sun. It might be better for vit D but as you say, it's not pleasant and the sun feels much harsher. I've had a lot of friends/family with suspect moles removed and skin cancer concerns me. I find the late afternoon sun much more gentle so that's when I go out.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 13:39
Depends what's more important; walking or looking good. ETA: put sunscreen on your face and sit out in a tee and shorts. edited by karabalta on 06/11/2012 Staying out of the sun isn't just about looking good. I'm from NZ where the sun safety message is drummed in to you from a young age due the risk of skin cancers. The last thing you're advised to do is to sit outside in the sun until your skin goes a little pink!
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 13:35
Exercise will help but if you are prone to cellulite you aren't going to get rid of it totally. I exercise and eat healthily but my legs still look vile. It's often hereditary. My mother had cellulite even when she was representing her country in triathlons. She also had it when she was anorexic. I've resigned myself to it.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 12:19
This is a great page for gender reveal ideas. http://pinterest.com/babycenter/gender-reveal-ideas/ I love the idea of having a white frosted cake which reveals either pink or blue frosted layers inside when you cut it.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 12:15
I've always found Desco good for printing. You'd need to make up the invite yourself then they can print it. http://www.descoonline.com/
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 11:30
If they are here early December this is on: http://dubaichristmasfestival.com/ Not sure what it will be like, if they are used to the amazing Christmas markets in Europe it might not be so good! I enjoy doing a boat trip from Marina Walk, it's nice to see Dubai from the sea.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 11:12
That seems like a good idea but doesn't it have to be uninterrupted minutes? That would imply that wearing short sleeves on the school run is not sufficient. Not according to the GP I spoke to about it. She said you only need to actually make the effort to sit out in the sun if you are normally indoors a lot. Although I doubt she was an expert.
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 11:00
In the UK I was told by a GP that 20 minutes daily in shorts and a t-shirt is plenty. Which is actually pretty hard to achieve there! I hate sitting in the sun too and I also hate tanning, I don't want to end up with my mother's skin! I try to work it in to my day rather than having to actually sit in the sun. Short sleeves on the school run, doing the garden in a bikini top etc.
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Latest post on 05 November 2012 - 09:10
We have been fast food and sausage free for 4 months now. Quit cold cuts yesterday. We really miss sausages though. Are the ones at the organic shop all meat? I'm not sure of the exact ingredients but they don't have any rubbish additives or anything in them. If you ask at the butchery there I'm sure they could give you an ingredients list. I keep meaning to get myself organised and get a sausage maker to make homemade sausages.
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Latest post on 05 November 2012 - 07:19
Soya sauce for salad and stir frys? - [b'>Yakso Tamari[/b'> Salad dressings? - [b'>Make my own[/b'> Cheddar cheese for mac n cheese? - [b'>Lye Cross Farm (it's actually Double Gloucester, kids aren't so keen on cheddar)[/b'> Sausages fir hot dogs? - [b'>Organic shop[/b'> Meat for home-made burger patties? - [b'>Organic Shop[/b'> Tks.....
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 15:36
My brother and his family have just spent a few years in Singapore. His boys are 2 and 4 and they loved living there. Loads to do and a really outdoorsy social lifestyle. Eating out is very very cheap. Public transport is cheap but cars are ridiculously expensive to license and buy. I'm pretty sure personal taxation is low - maybe around the 10% mark?
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 14:36
Get a cab! No need for anyone to abstain.
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 14:34
Quinoa salad with fresh spinach, parsley, rocket, purslane, yellow peppers, cherry tomatoes, radish and dates mixed with lime juice and olive oil. But only if my vegetable box is here on time. If not, ummmmm.
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 14:26
I might be wrong but every time I've been to a government clinic it's been pretty busy. I'd be surprised if they had the time to send doctors on house calls for errant employees. In an emergency you can get an ambulance to your home but never heard of it for government doctors. Some private clinics offer house calls but they aren't cheap.
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 14:18
I'm so sorry CM. What a gorgeous photo. I'm so glad you were able to celebrate his life through a beautiful funeral.
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 14:11
Which curriculum would you prefer? Any particular area? Quite a few schools will already have closed or large waiting lists for next year. If you have a preferred curriculum then a good starting place would be to call those schools and find out which ones he has a chance of getting a place at. It will narrow down the options.
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 12:18
Apparently for the most youthful-looking skin, it’s best to be about 10-15 pounds overweight. From here: [u'>Overweight people have fewer wrinkles than skinny people[/u'> [url=http://blog.reneerouleau.com/2009/09/overweight-people-have-fewer-wrinkles-than-skinny-people/'>link[/url'> Or as they say in fashion circles, once a woman reaches a certain age she has to make a decision. Ar*e or face.
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 12:14
Has he been to Kidzania? A few people on here have said they thought 5 was a bit young for it but my 4 and 6 year olds LOVED it. If you go when it first opens and spend a few hours it's not as busy as later on.
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 12:08
I'm not sure about your question specifically but I do know a few people who have gone with Bupa because they have immediate cover for other things eg. maternity.
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Latest post on 03 November 2012 - 18:43
I've seen Sandypants selling Moulin Roty at fairs. You can also order them from their website. http://www.sandypants.com/shop/Moulin-Roty/
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Latest post on 03 November 2012 - 15:14
As far as I'm aware, it's still only available in Asia. I'd love to be wrong though if anyone has seen it! BB creams took forever to come out here, hopefully CC creams will be a bit quicker.
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Latest post on 03 November 2012 - 10:39
Yum Simpleasabc! I love roasted red pepper soup and it freezes well. It also works with yellow and orange peppers although I don't like it with green. Rub peppers with oil, roast on a high temp until skins are black and blistered. Put in a plastic bag, cool until you can touch them then peel and chop. Sweat some onions and garlic for a few minutes, add peppers, a few basil leaves and stock to cover. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes then blend.
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Latest post on 03 November 2012 - 10:17
Sorry but am puzzled! We have been married since the mid 70s and DH and I have always shared everything, including cooking. I wouldn't have married a guy who thought that all things domestic were my department LOL! I thought that attitudes had moved on with the times! We're retired now and take turns every other night to cook and clear up. I have joint probs so DH does hoovering and I do dusting and so on. Most of my same age friends work much the same way. We were bra burning feminists back then! :D S***al equality might have nothing to do with it! In our house, I do all the cooking because I love it and my husband does none because he hates it. DB, if you want to keep your husband out the kitchen after the baby is born maybe stock your freezer up with meals. I always spend the last month of pregnancy satisfying my nesting instinct by cooking big batches of meals to stock the freezer with for the few weeks after the baby is born. Lots of soups, casseroles etc. In fact, this time around I'm going to get stuff in the freezer for my husband to bring in to hospital to reheat for my meals. Last time the food was utterly dire, not the sort of things I needed to be eating for birth recovery and getting bfeeding off to a good start. <em>edited by Daza on 03/11/2012</em>
 
 
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