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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 16:47
I believe there is something called as a contract which your maid signs when you sponsor them, all their rights are mentioned in it. Domestic workers contracts aren't currently enforceable. Which is another good reason for the new laws being drafted at the moment. <em>edited by Daza on 12/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 15:16
I've got shopping and children related ads. Got me clocked as a SAHM then!
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 15:15
How frustrating. The only thing I can think of to suggest is to maybe call the British Consulate in Dubai and see if they can give you any advice. Good luck, I'm sure that you will be able to resolve it somehow.
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 15:12
Ooooooo, the absolute rotters! Down with facebook! I've never even thought if the adverts are relevant to me, I must start paying attention. Feeling a bit scared now....
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 15:11
Maids aren't covered by Labour Laws. *Bangs head against brick wall* To the OP, I'd just play it by ear. I've always paid our maid for sick days but she's only taken a couple in the 3 years she's been with us. If she was taking a lot and they didn't seem warranted I'd tell her that they would be unpaid.
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 13:54
I'm the same as fairycakeyumm and have the ac on 25 for my children during the warmer months. The UK recommended 18-21 feels absolutely arctic here. It has just never made sense to me to have my children in warm temperatures during the day then cold at night. Rather than having their rooms artificially cold and covering them up I prefer to reduce the amount of aircon I use and have them sleep in just a vest. The get far more colds, sniffles and coughs during the aircon months so I reduce it as much as I can. I had my first baby in the UK and her room was normally between 18-21. It didn't feel cold as it was more in correlation with daytime temperatures.
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 12:04
Nope - seen lots of women breast feeding in there. Always pretty discreetly mind... After b'feeding 3 babies already my boobs are in no state to inflict on anyone!
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 11:57
Thanks ladies. Sounds like it would be ok. I know that no one would know if I'm Muslim or not but I wouldn't want to do it if it is something that would be frowned upon.
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 11:30
The cafe at lobby level in Al Qasr is beautiful with a traditional feel. It also has stunning views and a big terrace. I've taken my young children there with no problems.
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 11:07
Sia in MOE does artificial flowers. I think it has stores in other areas too. http://www.malloftheemirates.com/en/store/shopping/sia.html
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 11:01
Mamsir. Urgh.
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 10:38
Is KG1 equivalent to FS1, KG2=FS2 then?? Yes. My children go to Repton and they call it something different again!
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 10:31
No, I don't feel guilty at all. Shouting at my children when I'm tired, grumpy and they don't deserve it makes me feel guilty. Employing someone who makes my life easier so I'm less likely to shout doesn't make me feel guilty at all. Angel joy, have you got a bouncer/rocker style chair for your baby? When all mine were little it was a life saver for me. They sat in it on the bathroom floor while I showered and played peekaboo with the shower curtain. They sat in it in the kitchen while I cooked and ate. They also sat in it while I danced in front of them! Great exercise for me and entertainment for them. It really saved me from sore tired arms.
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 14:50
The Jebel Ali Beach Resort is great for a short break with children. Feels like you are really getting away from things yet is only a short drive.
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 14:47
Toscana is good when you are with children. Pizza, pasta etc. I also sometimes take mine to the Noodle Room, they have a good kids menu.
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 14:33
I would have thought hte PC brigade would have banned the use of the word gay to mean lame...... It's funny, I realise now the homophobic overtones of using 'gay' for 'lame' but at the time I didn't correlate the two at all, it was just a really common term to use.
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 14:13
Not anymore it doesn't and I'm not referring to the old new use of the word "gay". For that, use the word "fabulous". "Gay" now means rubbish or...lame! Teenagers used 'gay' for 'lame' when I was growing up in NZ twenty years ago!
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 12:42
gay It means happy. Just to digress....I find the development of the word gay really interesting. According to Wikipedia it had connotations of immorality as early as 1637. During the 2008 Olympics, a great story came out about 'Tyson Homosexual'. http://newstalkcleveland.com/2414199/christian-website-wont-use-the-word-gay-brands-sprinter-as-tyson-homosexual/
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 08:57
Yes I have a friend who uses the word 'like' in the same way others use punctuation Does it like make you want to throttle her?
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 08:56
I must be an antiquated, because when I think of "epic" I think of Homer's Iliad. You are way more high brow than me Beebers. I think of the Faith No More song.
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 08:52
Like. I'm referring to the actually word as opposed to *liking* this thread a la facebook. Although I do like this thread. Yes, like. My 6 yo daughter says it incessantly, it makes me want to scream. Like mummy, can we like go to the bookshop?
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Latest post on 09 October 2012 - 15:28
I'm fairly sure that Pretty Polly is the name of a maid agency rather than just a maid's name! https://www.facebook.com/prettypollycleaning
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Latest post on 09 October 2012 - 14:35
We didn't really 'choose' the school as such, our choice was dictated by the only BC school we could get a place that was within a reasonable drive. We went for BC due to familiarity with the curriculum. Sorry, I'm unsure about the latest age they can start. I would have preferred my first child to start to have waited until KG2 but it was even more difficult to get a place starting then, hence she began at KG1 level.
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Latest post on 09 October 2012 - 12:18
AS busybee says, FS1 and FS2 are the worst. If they are under three then I don't think it's too hard to to get a place in a nursery. The really popular ones are probably full but there is a lot of choice. Year One upwards, it depends on the school.
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Latest post on 09 October 2012 - 12:15
Living in the Villa, most mornings whislt out with the dog, I get treated to the UAE aerial display team practicing their routines - amazing. They are fantastic! The first time I saw it happen it was just one plane and I nearly drove off Emirates Road in shock, I thought a plane was plummeting to earth.
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Latest post on 09 October 2012 - 12:06
I live in AR and my children go to Repton. It's about 15 minutes down Emirates Road. Greenfields is about the same amount of time in the other direction. There are also schools at Silicon Oasis (Wellington maybe) which is close. Kings is building a school opposite the Ranches, off Umm Sequim Street. Think it's meant to be opening 2013 but not sure on that.
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Latest post on 09 October 2012 - 12:01
Babyshop is so gender specific with their clothing! I get most of my boys clothes at H & M, it depends on the season but they normally have nice bright colours in all shades, even pink. Cotton on kids can be good too, they do polo shirts in great colours.
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Latest post on 09 October 2012 - 11:06
Dress him in white and keep people guessing! I've always put all colours on all my children. Pink polo shirts on my boys and lots of blue on my girl (she suits it). Who cares what people think? Someone once called my daughter a lovely little boy. She was wearing a pink and white flowery dress! You can't win so just ignore it.
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Latest post on 09 October 2012 - 11:01
Two months isn't long, just give it time and I'm sure he will settle in fine. At 2.5 he will be taking all his cues on how to feel about his new home from you. If you and your husband make sure you are happy, relaxed and positive around him I'm sure things will resolve. Can you skype family in the UK so your son can see them? A lot of children (and their parents) are anxious about starting nursery and children do often find the concept of Mummy and Daddy leaving them difficult if they aren't used to it. However, it normally doesn't take long before they are running in without so much as a backwards glance! People might be able to give you an idea of nurseries/activities in your area, where abouts are you?
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 22:07
It's just my opinion but I think that is putting completely unrealistic pressure on children and parents. And doesn't show a particularly great knowledge of child development. I'd also be very concerned about the pressure children will be under in later year groups.
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 18:44
To be honest, if the school is already talking about children repeating a year, during the [b'> first term[/b'> of KG2 because they aren't reading yet then I'd be concerned about their attitude. Are they expecting that they will learn nothing between now and the end of the school year? Are you sure you haven't misunderstood and they were actually saying they should be reading by the end of the school year?
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 14:54
I like Jumeirah Beach Hotel with children.
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 13:48
Some malls have b'feeding rooms. There is a good one at Dubai Mall. Mothercare at MCC has a b'feeding room. MOE has a chairs in their changing rooms you can use to b'feed - I don't particularly like using a changing room as feeding room but it still works. Not sure about female prayer rooms sorry.
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 11:59
But Australians are great at AFL! Oh wait, no one else plays it.....
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 11:47
I'm not sure if they are out yet this year but last year Ace had loads of them.
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Latest post on 08 October 2012 - 11:46
No, child abuse is putting your child in (and I duck) a UK or all Blacks rugby jersey when green and gold (sorry SA, the ORIGINAL green and gold) Australia jersey will encourage growth as a responsible [b'>winning[/b'> human being. Please AmyAus, surely you must realise that when it come to rugby, 'winning' and 'Australia' is an oxymoron? When did Austalia last hold the Bledisloe Cup? 2003. Yes, that's a 10 year winning streak for the mighty All Blacks.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 19:47
No, not at all Irooni! Sorry if that is how it read. I was just saying why I thought some people came across as holier than thou.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 19:19
Oh no, I didn't get my children tiger cubs for their first birthdays either. I'm just not cut out for life in Dubai!
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 19:18
Love it, thanks Kezzler, I've had a bit of a stressful day and your post really made me laugh. Good luck with dressing up ideas.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 19:08
haha! I think my favorite thread was a question of moral superiority based on how many times a week towels were washed--or at least the explanations on both sides of the fence seemed to be arguments with a moral barometer!! Ha, that was me! I certainly don't think I'm morally superior to anyone based on how often I wash my towels. I was explaining to another poster my reasons for washing my towels once a week as they thought it meant I was grubby! Back to the OP, I think many people in general have a holier than thou attitude, it's certainly not limited to this forum. An easy was of trying to justify your own beliefs is by discrediting others.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 17:27
Ha ha! Now I finally understand what a baby grow is. I have seen that word many a time on this forum but had no idea what it was! The mind boggles as to what a baby grow could be if you didn't know! A device to stretch them springs to mind, yikes!
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 17:23
In fact, the bank do this - with the four letter bank you now have to write a blank cheque to the exact value of your credit card limit so that if you continue to stop payment, they can cash it and if it bounces, file a criminal case against you. Why don't they make LLs write a blank cheque to the tune of the annual maintenance fees which then if they refuse to pay, will get cashed and then once a criminal case is filed, this effectively would release or break the tenancy contract. Hit 'em where it hurts! That would be a good idea going forward. For existing non payers of service fees who don't live in the country, Emaar needs some leverage to make them pay. I can't imagine anyone would not pay if the consequence would be losing their house.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 17:04
Same reason you can't shoot someone for shoplifting. Justice isn't justice if the punishment far outweighs the crime. Ridiculous analogy, the two have no comparison. The concept of seizing property/assets if someone is unwilling/unable to pay their debts isn't exactly a new one.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 17:00
I wish Karma were true but I personally don't believe in it.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 16:58
No.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 16:57
You can't seize a multi-million dollar house over non-payment of $15,000! Why not? If you aren't prepared to pay for the upkeep of the community in which you own a house then I think you should forfeit the right to own a house in that area. But yes, Simples, I can't see it ever happening.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 16:25
You've made me all nostalgic DB. I've just been checking my blog for when I had my first baby, nearly 7 years ago. By the time she was 10 days old she'd had her first shopping trip to Harrods, been to a 30th birthday party and been walking on Wimbledon Common followed by lunch at a lovely pub there. She looked happy, I looked happy and I wrote about how much better it made me feel to be out and about. <em>edited by Daza on 07/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 16:11
I've always been out and about quickly. A change of scene and good company are a great tonic when you are getting used to the demands of a newborn. Happy mummy, happy baby. For me, the sleep deprived craziness sets in after a few weeks when the first flush of excitement has worn off.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 16:04
Mrswhippy, I remember a dustman's strike in London in the late 80's/early 90's - that is where my disgust at the idea of leaving rubbish to fester here comes from. It is quite simply a serious Public Health issue and I sincerely feel that Emaar should not be allowed to carry out this form of punishment for non-payment as it affects the whole community, but not the landlords who are refusing to pay. It's the wrong way to go about it, it is not hitting the right people directly. I completely agree. As an owner who has always paid the service charge (and previous to that as a tenant who paid rent) I'll will be extremely upset if rubbish is allowed to pile up in the community I live in. It's a health hazard to everyone living here. Emaar is in a difficult situation too, it must be incredibly frustrating to have some owners who owe tens of thousands and have no intention of paying. I think it need a law change. If Emaar had the power to seize and sell the properties of owners who continuously refused to pay then I'm sure they'd all pay up rather than lose their investment.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 15:56
You're going to a plush party????? Goodness me, I remember seeing an episode of CSI about one of those, I had no idea what some people are in to! What about going as Rupert the Bear? Yellow trousers (or skirt for a girl Ruperta), red top and yellow scarf. Or Paddington, duffel coat, hat and suitcase?
 
 
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