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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 15:46
The consulate of the housemaids nationality is normally the best place to start.
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 15:44
didn't someone suggest to a tenant in the meadows last week moving their uncollected rubbish to a villa where the collection was still ongoing? Am sure some Sherlock on here can join the dots and work out who it is! Was that me? I suggested to a tenant whose rubbish wasn't being collected asking an neighbour if they would mind them using their bin until it was resolved. My neighbours are tenants, if their rubbish wasn't being collected I would far rather they use my bin than having it pile outside my house attracting rats. I'd be fuming if they did it without asking though. And if they were owner/residents refusing to cough up then I'd probably be inclined to throw the rubbish in to their back garden....
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Latest post on 07 October 2012 - 10:29
I applaud anyone who gets off their behind and does anything for charity, no matter what guise that contribution takes. <em>edited by Daza on 07/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 19:43
Sorry jcdubai, I didn't see your request for directions! Glad that you found the map. Keep a close eye for the entrance when you are going along Al Sufouh Road. The entrance road is not a proper road as such, more of a gap in the pavement. I could be imagining things but I think it's on, or close to, a bus bay.
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 19:36
I'm no expert at all either but I do like a bit of Amr Diab.
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 15:43
I quite like Black Palace beach.
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 15:40
My mother contacted Immigration about overstaying a couple of years ago and was told there is a 10 day grace period. She's never been fined leaving within the grace period. No idea if things have changed though. I'd suggest calling or emailing Immigration for a definitive answer. When my mother emailed they got straight back to her.
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 15:13
Hi lilypad Sorry to hear you are facing this. I don't have any personal experience with the steroid injection so am unable to comment on side effects but I just wanted to reassure you that I have a couple of friends who have had the injections and their children are healthy, happy and perfect. My obstetrician is currently away or I'd suggest calling her but my children's pediatrician is Dr Nicol and he may be able to advise you or suggest someone to speak to. Good luck. http://www.keithnicholl.com/contact.php
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Latest post on 06 October 2012 - 11:23
According to Gulf News it's under control. Hoping everyone is alright. http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/emergencies/fire-breaks-out-in-tecom-building-1.1085705
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Latest post on 05 October 2012 - 19:34
It is and for 5 days he's been silent, I don't believe in torture, but come on 5 days while the parents suffer unimaginable pain, it's sickening. But what if he didn't do it? I'm NOT saying this is the case here but people are sometimes arrested for crimes that they haven't committed. Remember Jo Yeates who was murdered in Bristol? Her landlord was arrested on suspicion of her murder but subsequently released as he had nothing to do with it. Imagine if on top of that ordeal he'd been tortured in order to get a confession. I'd be the first to say that no punishment would be too harsh for Mark Bridger if he is guilty but that has yet to be proven.
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Latest post on 05 October 2012 - 19:22
Rice milk tends to be much thinner than soya milk. The best brand I've found is Rice Dream, it's at the Organic Shop.
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Latest post on 05 October 2012 - 11:08
Party shops and supermarkets normally have them. Le March (now Geant Easy) at Arabian Ranches always has a big selection. I haven't checked out their selection before but for good quality decorations Mr Ben's might suit: http://www.mrbendubai.com/
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Latest post on 05 October 2012 - 10:25
My children's school celebrates Halloween with a dress up day and the local mums have always joined in enthusiastically. One of the local boys took chocolate pumpkin lollipops to give to the other children last year. I live in the Ranches and it's always fesetooned for Halloween, the atmosphere is great. People often decorate their houses for non Islamic festivals eg Diwali and Christmas. ETA: To answer your question OP, I'd say if you are unsure stick to spiders and pumpkins. Better to do that than worrying you are offending someone. <em>edited by Daza on 05/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 October 2012 - 10:06
Try looking at Greenfields and DESS. They are the most down to earth that come to mind.
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 17:27
Safer driver might be able to help. I've not hired a driver for a whole evening from them but have used them many times and they've always been good. I once inquired about a Yas Island pick up (us driving there, them driving our car home) and it was 250 dirhams I think. http://www.saferdriver.ae/ ETA: The link might help! <em>edited by Daza on 04/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 16:24
Cling film is a good idea, thanks.
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 16:11
Ha! You might be on to something there.....'sanitary' cakes for girls to celebrate getting their period! Ew!
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 16:04
is that not [b'>unsanitary[/b'> to touch diapers out the packet and have them sitting out before putting them on a baby? I'm having my baby shower in a few weeks and I pray I don't get one of these. No offence OP - different strokes and all that. Bet lots of people will love them here :) I wouldn't have thought so! You do know what goes in a diaper right DB?
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 15:57
Life is too short to make mayonnaise. Just my opinion. It only takes a couple of minutes.
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 15:54
Google "diaper cake" images and you will have your answer. Oh. Slightly odd.
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 15:53
90% of the time; do buy the odd jar of hellmans thou How long do you keep fresh mayo for? I'm always terrified of poisoning my family if kept longer than a couple of days.
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 15:50
I don't know the answer to your question sorry but I do have to ask, what is a diaper cake?
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 15:49
Do you buy mayo in a jar? I don't buy tend to buy packet mixes/sauces but I can never be bothered making mayo. Not that it's hard, it just doesn't last long so is so much easier in a jar.
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 15:09
Good information here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-19822253
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 15:08
Juan in JLT does great cuts. https://www.facebook.com/JuanSalon
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 13:27
I'm occasionally partial to miso soup from a packet. I can of course make it but I don't always have fresh miso and sea vegetables on hand.
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 13:06
Mine aren't allowed TV/computer during the week.I put a stop to it a couple of years ago because I got sick of them whining for it and saying they were bored. Without it I find their behaviour is much better and they are great at making their own fun.
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Latest post on 04 October 2012 - 09:34
Hi dubai1990 I went to university if Chch and last went back in April. My brother and a lot of my friends still live there. I really hate to be negative about Christchurch when it's going through such a difficult time but it really is facing an uphill battle at the moment. It was very upsetting going back, I was prepared for the physical devastation but media reports are all of the positive 'we can do it' mood in Chch and I just found that that not to be the case. The emotional devastation is still huge. There are still occasional quakes, people are nervous, unsettled and in many cases just utterly fed up and worn out. Most of my friends are still there because they have something holding them there, jobs or businesses that can't be transferred, homes that would be hard to sell, family ties etc. There are enough rental properties so it's hard to get a decent rental. My brother has just bought a house because the rental market is so tough. He would like to leave but Chch is the only place in NZ he can do his job. I feel really disloyal writing such negative things but in I just wouldn't want to be in Chch at the moment. I have no doubt that in 10 years time it will be amazing but it really does have a tough few years ahead of it. In saying all that, as some other posters have said it does have some great points. You can go from an amazing beach ( and there are so many amazing beaches) to a beautiful ski field in 90 minutes. The sunsets are breathtaking and I still miss them. There are some areas that have many totally untouched physically by the quakes. I have a few friends in Rolleston, about half an hour from town and you wouldn't know to look at it that anything has happened. Good luck with your decision.
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Latest post on 03 October 2012 - 21:09
I couldn't watch it. That poor, poor family.
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Latest post on 03 October 2012 - 17:50
From what I've seen, the Dubai board moves a lot quicker than the Qatar and AD ones. Hence when someone is replying to/commenting on a particular post it can help having it with their comment or else you can end up wondering what on earth they are talking about. I do find it confusing when people quote a whole long line of posts though, it makes it much easier if they only quote the one relevant to their comment.
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Latest post on 03 October 2012 - 17:26
I would sincerely like to thank those who responded to my post. After reading all of your replies, I have decided it will be best to keep my son at home for another year, rather than try to get him into FS1. Thanks everyone... I'm so pleased that you have come to a decision that you are happy with CarobBud, you obviously just want to do what is best for your son. It's so nice for a change that a poster has come on asking for advice/opinions and actually wanting them, not just wanting people to agree with them and having a hissy fit if they don't!
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Latest post on 03 October 2012 - 17:22
she didn't say much, I'm a wimp , i did it on BBM! she said I'm adding to your stresses, sorry, i said you can help me a lot by sorting yourself out with your car as its going to be very tough over the next month, my maid is going etc etc on holls. She seems to have got the message until the next emergency headache, sickness but ill deal with it again by saying the same thing !!! Well done for dealing with it P4T, now just make sure you stick to your guns and I'm sure she'll eventually leave you alone.
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Latest post on 03 October 2012 - 09:18
I had a chat with my OH and he said as this is carrying on every week just to say she should find a permanent solution and that we have too busy a family schedule to help out. I do think she's not super bright or sensitive as I've dropped so many hints but need to be more direct. The sharing of the petrol and driver's salary is a good idea but I feel uncomfortable asking that. I think the limo driver recommendation plus using my OH as bad cop and saying he needs the maid etc so she can't sit babysit her son should work, Fingers crossed ! People rarely change so I need to nip this in the bud before it gets worse ! thanks for all the advice !! It's really helped ! Good luck with this Penny4Thoughts. You are absolutely right, you do need to nip this in the bud and it's best you do it immediately. The longer you leave it the more resentment will fester and it's likely to blow up in to a very messy situation indeed. I don't think asking for sharing of petrol and driver costs is a great idea because it's not the money aspect of this that you are struggling with, it's the inconvenience and rudeness. To be honest, she's probably well aware that she is making problems for you but she's choosing to ignore your feelings over having to sort out her laziness and disorganisation. If she doesn't want anything to do with you once you've stopped providing a free babysitting and chauffeur service for your son then at least you'll be very clear on the sort of person she is.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 22:43
Hairy Maclary, have you considered speaking to your neighbours (not the ones also with rubbish piling up obv!), explaining the situation and asking if it would be possible for you to put rubbish in their bin until you can resolve it? I'd much prefer that my neighbour was using my bin than there was stinking rubbish piling up outside their house. You could recycle everything possible and get a bokashi bin for compost to reduce your waste.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 22:13
[b'>I think people don't realise that even with a driver i don't want to take responsibility for someone else son[/b'>. Daza you are right , it has caused ill feeling as i feel used. she never reciprocates as she is driving herself. Next week ill slip her one of those limo lexus numbers and ask her to use them and that its too hard to accommodate as my sons schedule is so busy. Thanks girls :) edited by Penny4Thoughts on 02/10/2012 And why should you? If she wants the benefits of having a driver she should employ one herself. Her driving herself is no reason why she shouldn't be able to reciprocate either. Giving her a limo number is a great idea. Silly woman, it sounds like you have been more than accommodating and would have been happy to help out occasionally but she just pushed it too far. <em>edited by Daza on 02/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 22:03
It depends! What area you are in, how big your garden is, if you have irrigation etc etc.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 21:59
I'd tell her that I'd be happy to help out in an emergency but not on a regular basis as my family had a busy schedule and it didn't always work to be taking responsibility for her son too. Does she ever offer to reciprocate? It's not a nice feeling to feel that someone is taking advantage of you. A couple of years ago in one of my children's classes there was a mother that was always asking another mother if her driver could ferry her kids around. The mother who was asking didn't see what the problem was as it was 'just' her driver doing it anyway so what difference did it make to her. Unfortunately it does seem to be an attitude that some people have. It caused quite a lot of bad feeling.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 16:52
I had the same thing with a group of South African friends when I lived in London DB! They were appalled by racism against blacks but went on non stop about how they hated the English, how lazy they were, how many were so scummy etc etc. I too got sick of it and 'dumped' them. It was especially cringeful when they'd go on about English scum in front of my English boyfriend.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 16:46
My kids are 14 (almost 15),13,6 and 20 months. I *hate* how quickly the time seems to pass. As I type this,the 20 m old has been asleep in my arms for almost an hr (its just after 9.30 pm here), and I loathe to put him to bed. Im enjoying the moment: the smell of his freshly washed hair, the warmth of his pjs against me, the heavy,rhythmic breathing,the silence :-) Enjoy every precious moments with the kids, no matter what the age. Sigh. I hear you sgilli! With my first I so looked forward to getting her in to bed in the evenings so my husband and I could have some time alone. By the time I got to my third he was sleeping in our arms most evenings as we couldn't bear to put him to bed!
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 15:45
I got my rattan set from Parasol a few years ago, it's lasted really well but was expensive! I've now got my eye on a set from Ranches Furniture. They've got some lovely rattan furniture and it's really reasonably priced. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ranches-Furniture/331718476879178?fref=ts
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 15:40
I'm from NZ but haven't lived there for 13 years. It's a beautiful country with a generally relaxed pace to life. My main complaint with is that it's just so far from anywhere and can feel a bit insular.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 14:53
I feel for you derien. I've got no advice thought sorry, I dread feeling what you've described.....so I've just kept on having babies...
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 13:53
Thank you. :) I wonder if that low rate is because the chooks are just coming back into laying? The FB page suggests they don't lay enough to sell over the summer. They also feed a grass/veg diet only. Unless the chooks get enough bugs/grubs/worms they'll be lacking protein which they need to lay at their fullest, natural potential. Lovely big enclosure for them! :) They only started selling them again last week, I was wondering if the heat reduces their laying rate? I've got no experience with hens in the heat but I know my vegetable garden can't cope over summer!
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 13:32
I got mine in the UK, it was much cheaper than here. When I bought it they were only available from salons although that may have changed.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 13:28
Yikes. What type of chicken do they have?? My rescue battery chooks are (sadly) bred to lay until they literally exhaust themselves and drop dead :( so they each lay an egg a day, but for a relatively short life. My old breed girls (wyandottes) are known as relatively 'poor' layers and they still lay at least three eggs a week each. I have no idea although there is a picture of them of the facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/greenheartorganicfarms?fref=ts
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 13:14
It must be incredibly frustrating and insulting OP but I think the following quote applies..... Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, The courage to change the things I can, And the wisdom to know the difference.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 12:45
Ooooo, fab! Thanks louisedvs. Sons of Anarchy started a few weeks ago too. Happy days in our house.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 12:40
I'd much prefer my child was the oldest rather than the youngest in the class, particularly as they start so young here. If I felt they weren't getting enough stimulation at their nursery then I'd do extra with them at home. You might like to read this OP: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-15490760
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 11:11
This is exactly why I asked; an Australian friend of ours is pretty passionately against this. Conditions are grim during the journeys which take about a month I think. So even if the animal has led a pretty good life up until then, it's pretty much negated by it's miserable last month.
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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 11:06
There was a big outcry in NZ about 10 years ago about live sheep exports which were subsequently stopped. Cattle aren't shipped for slaughter. Breeding I think, but not slaughter. Melosa, I'm don't know much about farming practices in Australia but as far as I'm aware they do have high standards. There is more of an issue with livestock shipping though.
 
 
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