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Latest post on 07 July 2017 - 19:36
I don't know on what basis the above reply said that "most kids" whom happened to be "arabs" in Sharjah are "unruly" !!! My kids are Arabs and are nice and polite! Anyways, I am an Arab and I live in Midriff and I've met some Australians here. I don't know if there's a community for Australians around midriff but it is a very good area for families and there are many western and Arab expats here. One of the most amazing things that happened when I moved to Dubai 2 years ago that it was a great opportunity to deal with different people at first hand. You see Dubai is home for more than 200 nationalities and I think if people live here for years and go back home with the same misconceptions and generalizations then they missed a great opportunity! Good luck for you and your kids :)
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Latest post on 07 July 2017 - 19:31
I've never heard of such classes here in Dubai so I would go for online. Hope someone has a recommendation for you.
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Latest post on 07 July 2017 - 19:31
I've never heard of such classes here in Dubai so I would go for online. Hope someone has a recommendation for you.
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Latest post on 07 July 2017 - 19:31
I've never heard of such classes here in Dubai so I would go for online. Hope someone has a recommendation for you.
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Latest post on 07 July 2017 - 19:27
are you looking for sliver or accessorized (I mean non-gold) chains? if so I think I've seen booths for such including gold plated in Arabian Center in Al Mizhar. If you are looking for gold chains with gold customized letters I think you can find in almost all [url=http://storeleaks.com/blog/en/2016/10/23/dubai-jewellery-shops'>Dubai Jewelry Shops[/url'>
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Latest post on 24 June 2017 - 23:44
I know there's a mobile phones service than can come to your house but never heard of one for laptops
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Latest post on 24 June 2017 - 17:33
FYI -- Private one-to-one French classes, tailored to student's needs, with instructor coming to student's house were AED 200 6 years ago when I used to do that. I think it must be at least AED 250 by now. AED 75 is viable if you have several students but not for one student. yes this is what I meant. 75 AED for a group and in the tutor's house... of course it is more expensive if it is 1-2-1 and in the student's house.
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Latest post on 24 June 2017 - 17:31
Maybe you can give them to friends who are interested or post them here in the classifieds section saying they are for FREE :)
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Latest post on 24 June 2017 - 17:30
Anyone can recommend a salon in midriff though? :) I would be very happy to have a makeover myself :)
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Latest post on 24 June 2017 - 17:29
I highly recommend local Facebook groups. Looks for groups dedicated to your community i.e midriff, downtown, JLT etc and do post about them there I am sure inshallah you'll find someone interested.!
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Latest post on 24 June 2017 - 17:20
I recommend you go to a bookstores and buy "store whinning start living". I bought this book few months ago and I wasn't very motivated about it. but because I didn't want to leave the bookstore empty handed I decided to take it. This book will literally change the way you see your life!!!! one of the best book I've read about in a while I highly recommend.... you can check the reviews for this book on Amazon. This book made me happy, less anxious and more positive. I bought it from kinkonyia in Dubai mall but I am sure you can find it in other [url=storeleaks.com/blog/en/tag/bookshops-in-dubai'>bookshops in dubai[/url'>. Another book that you probably can find online (but try asking in-stores) is "don't sweat the small stuff" AWESOME READ! Finally, I joined a weight-loss bootcamp last year and not only I shed off some KGs :) but I found sports very relaxing and de-stressing... definitely will help in dealing with anxiety.
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Latest post on 23 June 2017 - 13:38
There's a saying .. "woman are weak, mothers are strong" :)
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Latest post on 23 June 2017 - 13:36
Actually I read someone blogging about a day with her husband and kids at the beach and how much tiresome it was. And while leaving there was an old man and his wife looking at them and the lady heard them say "those were the days".... imagine? yes THOSE ARE THE DAYS! life is not about the happy ending.. it's about the story
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Latest post on 23 June 2017 - 13:34
I am not sure, but did you try aramex? or Fedx? Ive seen many fedx booths around Dubai and I think there's one either for Fedx or DHL in midriff city centre
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Latest post on 22 June 2017 - 12:08
probably eat out and do something for the kids like bowling or something :)
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Latest post on 22 June 2017 - 12:07
It depends on where are you located. But I think if you can get a maid to come everyday and make a deal with the office it would be the cheapest option.
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Latest post on 22 June 2017 - 12:05
what I do to de-stress is: 1. I don't put very high expectations and I don't have to meet anyone else's standards. I've been judged many times by other mothers who happened to have an extra helping hand with them at home (a live-in maid). They look to me low because my house is messy and my kids are not wearing ironed clothes all the time like theirs. So I said to myself if some mother is lucky enough to have a maid, it doesn't make her a better mother AT ALL! I am doing my best but I will not let someone's opinion and judgments affect the way I see myself!!! 2. I try to do things for myself; thing that I enjoy every now and then. 3. I try to make the kids do some of the work around the house! 4. I keep reminding myself that this is just a phase and soon kids will grow and I will miss those messy days :) hope that helps
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Latest post on 20 June 2017 - 10:52
depending on your budget and what are you advertising because the websites mentioned above are costly! if you can give me more details I can help you :) sometimes smaller websites can also make you reach your customers.
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Latest post on 19 June 2017 - 09:36
hi, there are plenty of Facebook groups for selling second hand things and some of them are kids clothes. I recommend you look on Facebook
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Latest post on 18 June 2017 - 11:13
sit together and put a certain number of hours per day (max 3 hours) and put some tasks he has to finish first in order to use his gadgets like reading, cleaning his bedroom, exercising etc... When you put the rules, say it and then mean it i.e follow through.... don't give in to his tantrums because he will feel he is in charge.
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Latest post on 17 June 2017 - 07:20
I second the above reply.
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Latest post on 17 June 2017 - 07:19
I think it would depend on whether they will host the classes in their house or they will go to the students house. I live in midriff and my daughter is interested in mandarin. plz let me know how much she would charge. I used to take a German class where we were a group and we go to the teacher's house for AED 75 per hour.
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Latest post on 17 June 2017 - 07:17
I hope you find someone from Switzerland to give you adivce :)
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Latest post on 12 June 2017 - 22:27
I second Eton I haven't tried it myself but heard very good reviews of it.
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Latest post on 11 June 2017 - 10:34
hi guys you think we can book one for Eid? also we are conservative so we are not interested in the belly dancing part do all of them offer that?
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Latest post on 10 June 2017 - 22:38
interesting information ladies! Thanks
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Latest post on 10 June 2017 - 22:37
I recommend you rent a house near your daughter's school or near your husband's work and you should be contacting the school of interest by now depending on the educational system you are seeking but for a British school your daughter will be going to FS1 and I think by now she may be put on a waiting list. She can also got to a nursery for another year and going FS2 in 2018. But that if you choose a British school. Also I recommend mirdif. You can get a beautiful 3 BD villa with a shared pool for 120k!
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Latest post on 10 June 2017 - 10:47
Go to the security guy because there are probably already cameras installed in the hallways he'll be able to identify him and talk to his parents.
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Latest post on 10 June 2017 - 10:45
I think it depends on your previous driving experience, for me I used to drive in Egypt so driving here is very easy and smooth for me! You say you've driven in India and Africa so I think you'll be able to cope very well inshallah :)
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Latest post on 10 June 2017 - 10:43
I wouldn't recommend leaving the keys with the Gardner you never know what might happen. It's not only about theft maybe he would bring friends or so. How about leaving the keys with a neighbor?
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Latest post on 10 June 2017 - 10:41
I think the later you go the more probably you'll find them open so try to go near 5 pm. You can also have a look here at [url=http://storeleaks.com/blog/2017/05/31/dubai-garden-shops/'>Dubai Garden Shops[/url'>, there are other garden shops some with contact number so you can call before you go if you don't mind going to something other than Warsan.
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Latest post on 10 June 2017 - 10:36
there are many local startup businesses competitions, maybe she can apply to as many and hopes she wins some cash to start her business.
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Latest post on 08 June 2017 - 10:58
did you try Zara Home?
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Latest post on 07 June 2017 - 11:34
Sometimes kids lose their appetite when they need to take vitamins. I would recommend that you talk to your doctor to make sure no deficiency exists.
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Latest post on 07 June 2017 - 11:33
I don't go out during Ramadan much so I am not fully aware of any changes
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Latest post on 07 June 2017 - 11:31
so If I just want to set up a website and charge people for advertisements what is the cheapest visa I can get?
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Latest post on 05 June 2017 - 10:41
maybe you should be using a different program?
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Latest post on 05 June 2017 - 10:39
thanks will check
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Latest post on 05 June 2017 - 10:37
usually during Ramadan there are great car offers and yup I've seen an add somewhere saying you can buy now and start paying months later... actually when we bought our car 2 years ago we used one of those offers.
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Latest post on 03 June 2017 - 21:18
I would recommend crystal valley in Arabian center near mirdif. Very lovely and teachers are super nice :)
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Latest post on 03 June 2017 - 21:12
did you try asking in the stationary shops where you can photo copy your stuff in general? because they have those big photo copying machines and maybe they can scan your books too.
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Latest post on 03 June 2017 - 21:09
I think you need to return to the store you bought it from. I never did this in Dubai but in my country this is what people do.
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Latest post on 03 June 2017 - 08:43
well it does depend widely on what you are looking for, are you looking for high-end brands or some more affordable items... 1- [url=http://storeleaks.com/blog/2017/06/02/antique-museum-al-quoz/'>The Antique Museum[/url'> is a very good place if you are looking for small gifts, furniture, home decor, souvenirs and such. 2 - The Outlet Mall is a good place if you want to look for more affordable brand products, but you'll need to dig inside stores there. 3- I wouldn't head to Dubai Mall or Mall of the emirates for shopping as they are just too big - dubai mall is generally worth visiting - I would rather go to the lovely mirdif city center I just love it Hope that helps
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Latest post on 03 June 2017 - 08:36
I don't know but I hope you'll find answers. I've seen some centers for special needs around Dubai in general and I think you'll find some facilities that would suit your needs inshallah but let's wait for other ladies to answer and give more details.
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Latest post on 03 June 2017 - 08:33
what do u mean?there are many Egyptians living in Dubai and working very good jobs. I don't think it's a problem at all.
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Latest post on 02 June 2017 - 09:08
I would recommend you do the same to check with car rental company first
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Latest post on 02 June 2017 - 09:08
I would recommend you do the same to check with car rental company first
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Latest post on 01 June 2017 - 09:55
good luck in finding a way out. May God help us all
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Latest post on 31 May 2017 - 10:36
I don't know about the malls, but I've seen dad alone with children in parks during the day when the weather was much better. Also there are classes for father and child swimming specially if your child is very young. and in general any sports classes you will go you'll find many parents in case you have older children.
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Latest post on 30 May 2017 - 10:01
I've seen many people leave lately. I myself think school fees are increasing like crazy and my husband doesn't get any school support from work so savings are not much. It maybe true also if you look around you'll see an increasing number of to-let houses. I love Dubai personally and I will stay as much as I could but it is getting more and more expensive.
 
 
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