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Deeva

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Latest post on 26 September 2012 - 21:20
Ok, so season 2 starts on OSN on the 1st of October.... BUT, I missed season 1! I have tried to download online but it is not available yet... no box set on the shelf yet either! I have programmed the machine to record... will have to save season 2 until I can get my hands on the first series!
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Latest post on 25 September 2012 - 21:07
if you do go down the assessment route check with the school that you are doing the right tests before you start. I don't necessarily think the schools are in a position to give the best advice. Prior to our DS's assessment, Christa had my hubby and I in for a lengthy interview. Based on our responses/experience with DS, she was then in a position to better carry out the assessment. It took place over 3 days, each session was 2 hours. I think that the psychometric tests that they use nowdays don't specifically rely on a suspicion of what 'we' think might be wrong. Again, to go back to my own experience, DS had been receiving remedial help for 3 years... school said he is definitely not dyslexic (based on some tests they had done) but final outcome is 'text book case'. When DS was 6, an occupational therapist called me to say that he did not have right or left hand domination... he still favors left hand for some things! Your son is 6... so, what I am saying is, look out for your own signs at home.
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Latest post on 25 September 2012 - 15:00
Before booking an appointment with anyone, make sure that the assessor is registered with the KHDA, otherwise the report will not be valid! We moved to DXB about 4 years ago. My son was put in his age appropriate year and missed a massive chunk of foundation knowledge. We put his struggles down to the work that he had missed but eventually I decided to have him assessed by an Educational Psycologist. He had been receiving some remedial help at school and the teacher there said that he definitely is not dyslexic. Anyway, turns out he is a text book case! The problem has been compounded by him missing out on a year at school (my opinion)... at home he was in year 4. When we moved here they put him in year 6. We took him to Christa Strauss, in Knowledge Village. Rely on your "mothers' intuition"... it is rarely wrong!
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Latest post on 19 September 2012 - 13:31
There is lead in Astroturf! Most of the schools in Dubai have astro pitches instead of real grass ones!
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Latest post on 19 September 2012 - 13:29
Hussam!
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Latest post on 19 September 2012 - 13:15
I don't know Joseph, but I just had curtains made for our villa by a company called Al Rohn Al Hadee Furniture. I dealt with Saju... The shop is on the main road in Satwa, close to the Post Office. Whilst I went to the shop, they will also come to your home with a wide selection of samples. Saju was prompt and professional... I picked out the fabric in the shop and he came to my home to measure. The curtains were ready in a week and his team came to install them! I am so pleased with the job... Saju's number is 0508476003.
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 21:05
aaaarrgh.... still pouring over the schedules! Does ANYONE know when it will start on Dubai 1???
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 22:48
aarrrgh... the suspense is killing me! I have seen the ads on Dubai One, but when will it start???
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Latest post on 08 September 2012 - 19:59
Missymoo, Dubai One is advertising that it will soon start... I am not sure when though!
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 21:44
Just downloading the pilot...... All of the first season is up to download, if that makes sense From which website please?
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 20:22
what's it about? http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1837642/ Have a look... I have only seen the pilot for the first series. I am going to buy the box set as soon as it hits the shelf!
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 18:44
Hehe... you gals are far too bored! Have you watched the program?
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 21:22
Spur at Festival City does Peppermint Crisp desert and Malva pudding on the side (of the Spur menu) and they serve Creme Soda! .... and ask for Hennie, the manager. LOL
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 21:19
That's terrible...sorry that you experienced that! Tim Hortons, like many other places, is an informal dining place.... if anyone is seeking something more intimate, they should go elsewhere!
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 21:16
Just removed my children... one was due to start Year 10 so maybe you were offered his spot. Thankfully the other school came through at the last minute today! GEMS is a profit making organisation.
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Latest post on 26 August 2012 - 10:32
There are parallels between this case and the one of the intermittent windscreen wiper...
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Latest post on 25 August 2012 - 23:05
Try this company: http://www.theperfecthelp.com/
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Latest post on 15 August 2012 - 19:00
Cooper Health Clinic on Al Wasl Rd does all vaccinations. Here is a link to their 'vaccination card': http://www.cooperhealthclinic.com/imgs/Cooper_VC01.pdf Besides the vaccination fee, you will have to pay for a consultation. It is a seamless, hassle free process...
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Latest post on 26 July 2012 - 20:55
Please go and see Dr Zbiggy Brodzinsky at the Dubai Bone and Joint Centre in Heathcare City. He is fantastic...
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Latest post on 14 July 2012 - 15:32
I just had some wallpaper put up with paste that was bought at Dragonmart. I did not do it myself, I paid AED100 for a chap from DM to do it for me. I just had to collect him from there and drop him back afterwards. He did a super job and the paste looks just fine to me.. smooth, even finish with no bubbles!
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Latest post on 07 July 2012 - 09:42
Our pool is now fixed . Could you clarify this comment please cymraes?
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Latest post on 06 July 2012 - 14:50
Can anyone give me an idea of how much the monthly DEWA charges in The Villa are... with a pool???
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Latest post on 05 July 2012 - 21:09
I must add that all costs at Nicolas and Asp in Healthcare City have been explained very well, (DS's having orthodontic treatment). Everything has been in writing and I had to sign off on the quotes.
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Latest post on 05 July 2012 - 21:05
Before committing, have a look at the houses in Jumeirah Park. It is a new area next to Ibn Battuta, actually closer to Jumeirah Islands! I had a look at one today... STUNNING! They go live next week!
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Latest post on 05 July 2012 - 21:00
you should really have a look at FREEDOM store in mirdif city center. It's an australian brand I believe and they have nice good quality stuff for ok prices. I just had a gorgeous leather lounge suite delivered from there today! A bit pricey, but we negotiated a 25% discount... and since it is leather, it will only get better with age. If you visit there on the weekend, as you walk into the store, there is a display piece on the left. DH is fast asleep on the 3 seater, as we speak! <em>edited by Deeva on 05/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 03 July 2012 - 20:32
Waterfront for sure... I am biased as I used to work for Sun International, so The Table Bay Hotel. Alternatively, The One and Only, although the location is not as convenient as TBH, ie. direct access to the Mall. Have fun!
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Latest post on 28 June 2012 - 15:02
Try calling Sajeda Ally on 0507959801... she is South African, based in DXB. She assists with document attestation. Her number is posted on the notice board at the consular office.
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Latest post on 28 June 2012 - 07:39
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/creme-brulee-recipe/index.html I always thought that Creme Brulee was difficult to make, but it's actually dead easy! If you don't have a torch to do the top, you can just pop them under the grill to caramelize the sugar.
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Latest post on 28 June 2012 - 07:33
Thank you... I was there yesterday afternoon... painless experience! :)
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 18:59
Do you have a HACCP license?
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 18:54
Darhling.... just get in the car and drive (everyone else does)! You will miss a few off-ramps (I still do). Just don't try and stop and reverse like so many *ssh*les I still see every day. Once you start, you won't look back! (no pun intended!)
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Latest post on 25 June 2012 - 12:43
If you don't come right, you could always buy a few... I just bought boxes, tape and bubble wrap from a company in Al Quoz: http://www.sentinelme.com/packaging-supplies
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Latest post on 24 June 2012 - 07:54
I used Noor about a week ago after seeing his recommendation on this forum. I was initially impressed with our contact. After calling him and requesting his service, he asked me to send an sms to confirm. I did and he acknowledged receipt and confirmed the arrangements with a telephone call. However, on the day, he did not arrive! When I called him, he seemed a bit confused about who I was. He said that he would send someone to me in an hour. Needless to say, an hour later - NOTHING! I tried to call him several times but he kept cutting my call. Eventually, one of his associates called me and the second hand items that I had purchased, were collected and delivered.
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Latest post on 22 June 2012 - 18:49
Never used deodrant... use anti-perspirant. Try SANEX, the roll on as opposed to the spray.
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Latest post on 21 June 2012 - 09:21
Try Woolworths in IBN Battuta
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Latest post on 20 June 2012 - 17:22
Order one from the US and have it couriered. We have done this twice and there were no hassles either time.
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Latest post on 11 June 2012 - 12:44
Great! Thanks so much for the info!
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Latest post on 11 June 2012 - 11:31
Sadly, I have encountered many situations in the ME where you are defined by what you do. Many a time I have been in a social situation where as soon as someone finds out that you are a 'housewife', the light switches off and they start to scour the room for a more interesting audience. What many don't realize is how many spouses, especially woman, have given up careers in order to support their other halves. Just because we don't work, does not mean that we lack intelligence.
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Latest post on 11 June 2012 - 11:30
Sadly, I have encountered many situations in the ME where you are defined by what you do. Many a time I have been in a social situation where as soon as someone finds out that you are a 'housewife', the light switches off and they start to scour the room for a more interesting audience. What many don't realize is how many spouses, especially woman, have given up careers in order to support their other halves. Just because we don't work, does not mean that we lack intelligence.
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Latest post on 11 June 2012 - 10:49
Can you tell us how much it costs? I am also moving soon and will need someone to help hanging pics and the like. DH is useless at this kind of thing! :)
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Latest post on 10 June 2012 - 10:18
We needed a doctors appointment last week... Dr Fischer was away so we saw his lovely colleague, Dr Riani Grosskopf.
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Latest post on 06 June 2012 - 12:52
GEMS World Academy
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Latest post on 06 June 2012 - 12:51
Nicholas and Asp in Dubai Healthcare City... they assist adults and children. It's a training facility but all the dentists (traing to become orthodontists) are supervised by professors. tel is oh43497477
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Latest post on 29 May 2012 - 09:20
Both my boys attended a Government model C school and we were delighted with the education and facilities... arguably much better than the very expensive private one that they attend here!
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Latest post on 29 May 2012 - 09:17
Hello... there is a company called The Perfect Help, e-mail: [email protected] Tel: 0506240321 (Deborah). They will be able to help you find a live in maid... they recruit locally. Good luck! :)
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Latest post on 27 May 2012 - 12:23
Cedar Lakes is a beautiful gated community close to Dainfern... you will still have to contend with the traffic on William Nicol Road in either area. Alternatively, if your budget permits, try Bryanston, which is closer to the Sandton CBD. Bryanston Primary and Bryanston High schools always used to have good reputations (government schools). Alternatively, a private one is St Stithians.
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Latest post on 24 May 2012 - 12:19
Try calling Sajeda Ally on 0507959801... she is South African, based in DXB. She assists with document attestation. She might be able to point you in the right direction. Please let us know the outcome! :)
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Latest post on 24 May 2012 - 12:13
The Conrad or the Kempinski. Have fun!
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Latest post on 23 May 2012 - 22:07
.... Carrot cake for sure, BUT they are just so expensive!!!!
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Latest post on 23 May 2012 - 12:31
It's a no -no... the doctor needs to see the color of the nail beds to assess if there are any blood flow problems during and after delivery.
 
 
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