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Latest post on 25 July 2012 - 10:44
Good luck and please let me know how it goes! I have no idea where the nest is though. DH saw some this morning in the laundry room, they tend to come in the kitchen etc. Have you located the nest? Luckily our management company is sending pest control on Saturday. I'm temporarily staying with a friend in DG and facing the same problem. We were having a lot of trouble locating the anthill until we found a hole in the wall near the window .. It is literally a pinhole but there is steady traffic of ants going in and out of the house from there. I'm looking for a pet-safe sealant to close the hole as well as a pet-safe ant killer -- all recommendations are welcome!
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 16:14
Check out [url=http://www.hilalful.com/category/products/'>Hilalful Products[/url'> available in Union Co-Op or from there website .. Love the star, hilal and fanous light strings :)
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 15:53
Twice a week, apply olive oil to your hair 30 mins before your shower - And then wrap a hot towel around your head to create a little steam (I just sit in the balcony with my back to the sun) - Run a wide toothed comb to get the dandruff off the scalp and then wash your hair with shampoo only ONCE! Rinse well - Remember, shampoo residue is not good. Also, twice a week -- When you're not using the hot oil treatment, give your washed hair a vinegar rinse (1:1 ratio of water & vinegar) leave on for 5 mins and then rinse thoroughly! HTH
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 15:48
wendy's burgers are superb! and ofcourse burgerfuel! wendy's delivery # 600529998 Top Tip: Wendy's in Emirates Living charge extra for their mayo but it is so worth it! Alternatively, if you fall within the Motor City Wendy's delivery range - you can enjoy the delicious mayo for FREE :D
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 14:10
Wow Tim Horton's are popping up like mushrooms lol I know, right -- Easier to find TH than sand in this country! And Im not actually impressed with them lol Really?! I am ashamed to admit it but I am TOTALLY hooked to the sour cream glazed timbits *drool*
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 14:09
Flavours did a great iftar the other night - loads of salads, shawarma, lamb ouzi, lots of Arabic dishes, not great dessert selection, but still very nice, and great value with the voucher. Not done the iftar there but have been a regular at Five Dining and think the food quality is great. Love their buffets and it's a really nice cosy restaurant so I think either would be a good shout. Thanks, TDB -- Think I'll go with Flavours on Two. Do I need to make a booking (for two people on a weekday iftar)? If yes, do I need to mention that I will be using my Entertainer voucher?
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 13:27
Wow Tim Horton's are popping up like mushrooms lol I know, right -- Easier to find TH than sand in this country!
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 12:15
Dilys, The Mosque Representative from SMCCU says that as long as you are non-Muslim and are visiting the mosque for the purpose of tour and not prayer - there are no restrictions for a woman who has her periods. HTH!
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 12:13
Dilys, I know someone at the SMCCU so I gave them a call to ask and they will confirm with the Mosque Representative and let me know in a couple of hours. Will update here then.
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 11:00
Using Google Chrome and log-in page as accessible as always!
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Latest post on 22 July 2012 - 15:39
Not Arab but have tried the Tagine from [url=http://allrecipes.com/howto/ramadan/detail.aspx?src=mer321'>AllRecipes[/url'> and it was a great hit :)
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Latest post on 22 July 2012 - 13:09
Sorry, not sure about Malls but just saw from Oregano [url=http://oreganorestaurants.com/'>website[/url'> that they are open for dine-in during lunch times at their Media City and Downtown Jebel Ali branch
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Latest post on 22 July 2012 - 10:56
Good link and pretty much confirms what we all already know. It's interesting that they haven't included a Union Coop in the comparison though, because they are hands down the cheapest. Think I might have to go visit a Union Coop. Where is the biggest and nicest one in Dubai? Love the Barsha one because it seems the cleanest -- probably because its the newest one on the block!
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Latest post on 19 July 2012 - 11:53
I’m assuming that the ex may show resistance to an 8 year old being given a cellphone. But if there is wireless access then maybe you can buy the 8 year old an iPod touch or similar as it has skype AND whatsapp on it and kids in that age group are so pleased with the games and other features of that device!
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Latest post on 19 July 2012 - 11:31
for men : Guilty - Gucci acqa de gio - armani armani code - armani i will add you more choice ;) Love [b'>Acqua Di Gio by Armani [/b'> Also [b'>Live Jazz by YSL[/b'>
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Latest post on 19 July 2012 - 11:26
Have used them for desi clothes such as Ghararas and Sari's (silk and chiffon) .. They pick up from the house and deliver back to the house within the week .. Recently, got two silk dresses dry cleaned - each cost AED 20
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 16:53
Bit high end but TimeOut had a [url=http://www.timeoutdubai.com/ramadan/gallery/34025-18-daytime-eats-at-ramadan'>list[/url'>
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 16:48
My nephew likes his Mc Donalds "[i'>boogers[/i'>" with fries :D
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 15:24
I don't know if this is similar to the offer being posted on the [url=https://www.facebook.com/volunteerindubai'>VID[/url'> page but according to the founder of Volunteer in Dubai, Lola Lopez .. You have done your part when you purchase the vouchers, the physical vouchers are just a receipt for you to keep HOWEVER you can volunteer to help with the distribution of the iftar
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 15:17
Also Eid is supposed to be from 19 August, if Ramadan is called on Friday how will this be affected? If moon sighting is announced on Thursday night and Friday, 20th July is the 1st of Ramadan then Eid will fall either on 18th of August or 19th of August. If Ramadan is for 29 days and Eid falls on 18th August which is a Saturday then the private sector will miss out on one day of holiday! However, if Ramadan starts on 21st July then the earliest that Eid can be is 19th July - a Sunday. I think this is what louisedvs was referring to
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 14:51
**Is hoping for Friday** Same :) Ramadan Kareem:) Ramadan Kareem to you too, Marroosh I love this time of the year .. Feel so blessed :)
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 14:50
Saturday please :-) And why's that?
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 14:33
**Is hoping for Friday** Same :)
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 13:29
Laundry One Time - New Dubai area zero-five-five three-nine-three-three-seven-zero-five
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 17:13
Try City Chef (10 - 15aed) or Karama Kanteen :) Karama Canteen is a good bet Contact-able on karamakanteen@volunteerindubai.com
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 17:07
Contact [url=https://www.facebook.com/mumswho.share'>Mums Who Share[/url'> -- They organize lunch for laborers every Thursday and I'm sure they will know how to go about it .. Also, maybe get in touch with [url=https://www.facebook.com/LolaLopezDubai'>Lola Lopez[/url'> of [url=https://www.facebook.com/volunteerindubai'>Volunteer In Dubai[/url'>
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 16:33
Which messenger? :)
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 12:16
Hi Hope someone can help me - I need to re-register my car so was checking for any fines online this morning, when I put my plate number in to RTA website, it showed that I have a fine from Dubai Police for not wearing a seatbelt...news to me! I have never been stopped by the police/issued with a fine for this. Can they just fine you for something without you knowing anything about it? Appreciate with things like speeding, it's the camera that catches you and that may well show you didn't have a seatbelt on, but this is just an offence of no seatbelt - nothing else. Also, where it says it happened, there is no camera so I'm unsure how they can prove it...then again this is Dubai so that may count for nothing! Help would be appreciated as I need to re-register my car this weekend!! Thanks Can you remember an incident where you may not have been wearing a seatbelt? If so, don't bother contesting it! According to my driving instructor from Belhasa -- we may now be manually issued fines for such offenses by police cars stationed on the roads OR because we were spotted by patrol cars (with camera's at the back)
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 11:37
Maybe add Sofitel JBR to your call list -- Their Ramadan Tent is already open and they may serve shisha and drinks
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 11:31
Hi Ladies, Thank you so much for the details below..I am now looking at the following as per all your advise and will narrow it down by calling the restaurants to find out further details: 1. Mezza House (near Burj Khalifa), 2. Loui's (down Town), 3. Shakespeare on Sheikh Zayed, 4.W on Sheikh Z, 5. Shu on beach road Ideally I would want a bar type place with licence only because we want to make a night of it so go late after dinner and relax there so looking for a nice bar type atmosphere and not necessary for people who are there to eat and leave..We aren't planning to have dinner..just shisha, desserts, drinks..Ive already been to Reem Al Bawadi but again its a very restaurant type atmosphere and you don't really get a chance to mingle with other people..i know we are better off going to a bar but we do want to have shisha.. If any of you can help me narrow down my options from the above, please do assist. Thank you so much once again I don't think Shu or Mezza House are licensed ..
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 10:38
The news report states that it was water from a construction site but I was there today morning to pick up post from the PO Box and it smelt a lot like s*it! Traffic was horrible .. Definitely avoid that area, if possible
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 16:57
OMG! That is terrible news .. You should contact the Emaar owners' association immediately. This is not the right way to deal with the problem specially when (IMO) the majority of residents are tenants not owners!
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 16:46
My friend used Betterhomes for renting out their apartment and didn't have any problems. Have used Betterhomes for Greens and it was a great experience: very professional
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 16:44
It didn't come up when I searched for it :( Posting the link [url=http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/family-feud-friends/id455750367?mt=8'>here[/url'>
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 16:41
Sounds like the UK game show Family Fortune. I used to love watching that. Will download it now, thanks :D Just google'd it and Family Fortune is based on the Family Feud :D
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 16:28
Got an ipad recently... Ladies, can u tell me some good apple applications... no games plzzz.... Also some applications with wich i can teach my 3 yr old some alphabets and some fun apps... TIA Social/Communications apps like facebook, skype, whatsapp, magic jack
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 16:26
I love Family Feud Ooh I must try that. What's it like? It is derived from the format of an American television game show where you compete against other users to name the most popular responses to survey questions I'm addicted :)
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 15:47
Ooh, try Hush Puppies too .. So soft!
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 15:33
I am starving, have hunger pains, headaches, no strength to get out of bed, but have absolutely no appetite for food. Anyone felt this before? Are you pregnant?? I had this every time I got pregnant.. What I do is drink something really sweet!! Like Mango juice etc.. and boom, when the energy kicks in, so does appetite.. I'm not pregnant - hopefully. Just a hard time. Can't decide to work and grow in my career or become a SAHM with three LOs. Another topic to whine about. Thanks for the suggestion though, have to put something in my stomach. Try a cold potato salad or fruit yogurt .. In this weather, sometimes one has to motivate oneself to eat
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 15:31
Splash has the most uncomfortable shoes known to mankind -- And its not just heels, their flats are the same For under AED 300, try Vincci, Charles & Keith, Aldo, Nine West and Spring ... And try to get a heel thats 3 inch or less because the higher the heel, the less the comfort factor ETA Remembered Naturalizer -- very comfortable shoes :) <em>edited by em2san on 11/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 15:28
I am starving, have hunger pains, headaches, no strength to get out of bed, but have absolutely no appetite for food. Anyone felt this before? Every summer in Dubai! :(
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 15:05
Now I'm going to start something off..... ;) Whats the cheapest you've paid for eyebrow threading and where? (has to be a good job otherwise not worth mentioning) :D edited by Diamante on 11/07/2012 AED 15 - Jamal Abdul Nasser, Sharjah - Mexico Salon or something
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 14:53
Cafe Blanc and Orchestra at Dubai Festival City
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 14:47
Potbelly caters for groups but has a fairly limited menu ... Salads, sandwiches, chips and cookies -- We've added soup in the past (I believe this can be substituted with chili) p.s. No live station which is something that you can get from Maria Bonita, I think
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 14:24
[b'>[url=http://www.mezzahouse.com/'>Mezza House[/url'>[/b'> near Burj Khalifa -- gorgeous interior And in the entertainer ;) Really? :o Family Book? ETA -- Sorry to sound so excited but I've been dying to visit them since the redecoration but my friends think its too expensive :S <em>edited by em2san on 11/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 14:11
[b'>[url=http://www.mezzahouse.com/'>Mezza House[/url'>[/b'> near Burj Khalifa -- gorgeous interior
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 12:24
They have to pick someone, don't they? I've also been picked out and frisked, as passenger and as crew, it's part of travel these days I'm afraid... Of course they should be polite and nice but you can't really complain about having a security check, sorry... You can complain when everytime you fly to (or through) Europe, you're selected for a random check and they claim it has nothing to do with your choice to cover your head
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 12:10
Not really permitted .. Far better to go to Mamzar Park or Jumeirah Beach Park
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 11:55
Try [b'>[url=http://www.karaja-make-up.it/en/prodotti/viso/fondotinta/stopshine.html'>Karaja Stop Shine[/url'>[/b'> .. Works well in Pakistan humidity; am assuming SriLankan weather will be similar Yes, Srilanka is almost the same as Pakistan...where can i find this in Dubai? Karaja is available in Debenhams - Mall of the Emirates (and I assume other Debenhams also) as well as at VavaVoom in Mirdif City Centre Thanks..as i am just on my way to Mirdiff! :) Great .. I swear by Stop Shine but Karaja also has a Photo Finish for oily skin so try both and hopefully one should suit you Stop shine is very lightweight and has medium coverage which I need to conceal my acne blemishes :(
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 11:49
Try [b'>[url=http://www.karaja-make-up.it/en/prodotti/viso/fondotinta/stopshine.html'>Karaja Stop Shine[/url'>[/b'> .. Works well in Pakistan humidity; am assuming SriLankan weather will be similar Yes, Srilanka is almost the same as Pakistan...where can i find this in Dubai? Karaja is available in Debenhams - Mall of the Emirates (and I assume other Debenhams also) as well as at VavaVoom in Mirdif City Centre
 
 
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