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Latest post on 02 April 2011 - 15:47
as long as it is not a ceramic hob....baking soda applied dry (quite alot - you want to end up with a paste), and then scrub with half a lemon --- it seems to get off the toughest grime,....something to do with the reaction of the BS and the acid of the lemon, the juice comes out of the lemon and forms a paste, keep on scrubbing with said lemon and it should disappear. Also, in my experience, if you microwave the lemon half for just 10 seconds - it seems to clean better.
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 14:17
Yesterday I went out for coffee and one of the waiters asked my son his name and where was he from.When he answered'Pakistan' he goes on to ask him 'Who won the match?'My son answered Índia' and the guy started to do a victory dance.:) *aww* Cute - I can totally understand the victory dance: if the match had turned the other way, I'd have done the same myself
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 13:55
Criminal minds Top Chef (just finished the last series) Vampire diaries Survivor Grey's anatomy (did anyone watch the musical episode yet - its FABULOUS, will need tissues thou) Haven't seen the musical episode yet - its going to be my Friday afternoon treat :)
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 13:52
Loving this thread. Yeah Veena and Meera are the Mallika Sherawat and Rakhi Saawant of Pakistan. Love to hate them and follow them through their various silly gossips and rumors. Q: what did Meera say when she saw a crocodile in the zoo? A: haw hayeee look it's Lacoste TI Liking this thread! And this joke cracked me up.... :) Hey does anyone remember Vital Signs. Can you guys send them over to have a live concert ?? Still love their songs. Love Vital Signs. Unfortunately, the brand broke up ages ago. And the solo singer, Junaid Jamshed, has also stopped singing. So that's a no for the concert but can send you some clothes over from JJ's collection: they're hot :)
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 12:23
Grey's Anatomy and Scrubs for medical series Monk Or if you like reality shows: America's Next Top Model Project Runway Snog, Marry, Avoid Shedding for the wedding
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 12:12
Q: what did Meera say when she saw a crocodile in the zoo? A: haw hayeee look it's Lacoste Haha *love*
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 00:38
Babylons, Feel for you - too bad you are unable to drive. If you don't want to take cabs and want to get a legal driver for a period of time then maybe you can contact http://www.saferdriver.ae/services.html A friend used them when she broke her leg. She said that their initial quote was a bit high but she told them that she would be requiring their service for 3 months and would only need the driver during the week and during the daytime and they tailored the package to her requirement. It was still more than what a cab would cost but she was happier in her own car and not having to wait for cabs and she and the driver got to be pretty chummy so he was very helpful with her groceries and stuff :)
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 23:52
Since this topic has come up, can any o the Pakistani ladies on here please tell me... is Veena Mallik really the "new, modern, role model" of the Pakistani youth? EYO. Read that in an article somewhere after her big TV outburst at some imam or someone. I have to clear this up. a) Please do not think that Veena Malik is representative of the majority of Pakistani's. b) Though some people admire her for taking a stance against an Imam on television but I wish that she had coupled common sense with her confidence. c) However, in the mentioned incident - I think that the views of both the Imam and Veena Malik were at two extremes and that the Pakistani youth is [rightly'> leaning towards the middle ground.
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 23:40
The taxi booking service has been bad - not just for the last few days but for the better part of the last month. I think part of the issue is that everytime I have got in a cab, I've seen the message on the cab lcd flashing "You have been offered a job and not responded, you will not be offered a job for the next 3 minutes." Obviously, the cab drivers do not care about the 3 min penalty and would rather try their luck with people on the street or mall flagging them down. I've suggested to the taxi company that they should introduce a monetary fine to cab drivers who repeatedly ignore jobs from the call center. If more people make the same request, maybe they'd take notice.
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 20:43
yeah cheerss to the Indians and as a goodwill gesture they can keep our prime minister .... best of luck for the finals we will send our president too :D I'l throw in Veena Malik and Atif Aslam for free ... since the Indians seem to like them so much :P :) no... don't like Atif Aslam, please take him back!! You can send over Junoon or Strings :) I have a "thing" for Junoon and Strings - specially Bilal Maqsood *swoon* I'l "super-size" the offer and give you Adnan Sami instead :P :D
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 20:42
India won & they deserved to. Also its the Pakistanis who r obsessed wid India and not the other way round. You're taking the *fun* out of this thread!
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 12:17
Lol! I'll take Atif Aslam! Am re-gifting the other 2 back to you ;) :)
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 11:53
It is Karama Post Office - I always stumble there somehow from Zabeel Road but never been able to figure out exactly how. You could call them at 04-337-1500 for directions. ETA: I think they're open from 7:30 am - 9 pm but only on weekdays. <em>edited by em2san on 31/03/2011</em>
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 11:51
yeah cheerss to the Indians and as a goodwill gesture they can keep our prime minister .... best of luck for the finals we will send our president too :D I'l throw in Veena Malik and Atif Aslam for free ... since the Indians seem to like them so much :P :)
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 11:29
Some old, some new Singh is King http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpEfWJwBv-k Pappu Can't Dance http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFGBcZqZAWs Desi Girl http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcqFjp8FscI Beedi http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLJCtZK0x5M Laung Da Lashkara http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgVsFHlOHN0 Aal Izz Well http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABIr6nrE-FI
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 00:51
I love Charles & Keith - always find something I like in there
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 23:22
Personally, I find it very hard to stick to high protein - low carbs diets but if you're looking for some recipes, www.atkins.com has some yummy ones and also have an option of weekly menus with breakfast, morning snack, lunch, evening snack and dinner options :)
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 22:20
On the subject: I do find it annoying when people with multiple kids under 5 [who they are not paying for'> take up all the seats in the gold class which means that I have to pay double for my passage and still stand. Rant over.
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 21:56
All the pakistanis will now support SL for the finals! DUH! :D
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 21:54
TP [b'>Victory or Defeat, we salute you, Men in Green! [/b'> Congrats India and Indians! :) But Sri Lanka FOR THE WIN :D
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 17:09
TP wow, that was a stressful half: I worked up a huge appetite for lunch with all the screaming
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 11:19
MUA=MakeUp Artist Kryolan is available in Murraggabat,just a short drive past the clocktower. Thanks, Appletiser :)
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 11:18
So, where is everybody planning to watch the epic battle?
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 11:07
hahhaha... just saw this post on a friend's wall on FB and had to repost it here... hilarious! :) "We come from the land that created the Kamasutra which has taught the world 277 ways to f**k... and tomorrow it's going to be 278!" :) :) :) BLEED BLUE! Go Team India! :) Haha, have to admit - I am very impressed with the creativity of the two nations and also very surprised with the amount of time people have on their hands! :o Their's a rap song doing the Paki rounds "Harra Peela" - hilarious :) GO GREENS!
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 11:01
... really wish for a good game (read pakistan wins) Aap ke muu mein ghee shakar :D
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 11:00
And can't WAIT till the final! My helper is Sri Lankan and she is already excited. :D On that topic: don't you think after all the media hype with the tv channels calling today's match as "mother of all matches" and "final before the final" - the final will be a bit .. um, dare I say it, disappointing?!
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 10:58
just thinking about all those people who called in sick to watch the game .... it shouldnt be postponed My entire class has begged a day off university. And I know lots of school children who have developed mysterious symptoms today :)
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 10:55
This is a bit extreme but a MUA I know [and one I refuse to go to beaches or waterparks with anymore'> wears Kryolan's aqua proof make up. It looks really natural - never smudges, streaks or fades and makes. Downside is it makes everyone around you look really shabby. <em>edited by em2san on 30/03/2011</em>
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 10:37
WM, It has been fun! :) p.s. I'm slightly upset about the sun, as I was told yesterday; had it continued raining today, the match would have been postponed to tomorrow, and if there was bad weather on Thursday, the match would've been shortened to a T20 format and if that couldn't happen - Pakistan would've have qualified for the final for their good behavior [i.e. better run rate :D'>
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 10:31
I love the Jumeirah Mosque - its not as big as AD Mosque but IMO, the tour is better. You can get information about the tour here http://www.cultures.ae/jumeirah_mosque_visit.php HTH
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 10:25
You should be there at least an hour before the actual show starts to get a good place. And considering the age of your children, I think it'll be a good outing for them - Have fun :) Also, there is another thread on the show if you want to check out what other people said http://expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=142626
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 19:36
Interesting facts: India has never conceded to Pakistan in a World Cup Match. Pakistan has never lost to India at Mohali. No host team has ever won the cricket WC final [in their home ground'>. Lets see which of these still holds true after this WC :)
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 12:53
Ooh, tough one - I adore the new Samsungs! Specially love the Samsung Galaxy Tab but its very expensive and you already have an iPad ETA - I realised my post didn't help at all: Sorry! :) <em>edited by em2san on 29/03/2011</em>
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 11:25
Actually, read it as conditional account-to-account standing order Where conditional can depend on whatever underlying term: monthly transfer? minimum bank balance? Make more sense now? :)
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 11:16
4. Conditional Account to Account Standing Order
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 11:07
Try Eton...I have no idea of cost as our Company paid but their instructor, Ahmed, was fantastic! Haven't taken Arabic classes from Eton but have to agree that their teachers are fabulous. Also, I got an email from them saying that they have discounted language classes [from AED 1350 to AED 600'> starting in April. Worth a check to see if Arabic classes are included in the offer.
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 10:52
I always recommend takemyjunkuae because I feel like they're doing something really worthwhile. Glad it worked out for you :)
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 10:01
You can contact http://takemyjunkuae.com/ by email or sms. They're very enterprising and may even find a way to sterlise the bed cot and pass it on.
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 09:49
Tee hee. xxx PS. I read on a blog a few days back a summation of the teams that have gone through to the semi-finals. To wit: has there ever, in any World Cup, been a better collection of gorgeous/cute/yummy captains?! Daniel Vettori. Don't know what it is about him, but oh my word. :D Is it the nerd glasses? Or that rugged unshaved look? :P :)
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 09:20
You can check with the Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Understanding [their website is http://www.cultures.ae/'>. I am not sure of what classes they are currently running but they used to have lessons in spoken Arabic that were conducted by native speakers. The sessions were in total 12-18 hours and were about AED 1250. They also had a more comprehensive class that covered reading, writing and speaking and was 40 hours of class time at AED 2350. Personally, I can recommend them because the instructors are very approachable and willing to help after-hours too. Plus they include the course materials in their course fee and its nice to have a dvd plus book to refresh the language after the duration of the session.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 23:38
fairytale, I think a major contributing factor is that I have to socialise professionally with people for either breakfast and lunch or lunch and dinner everyday. I need to make healthier choices when I'm eating out because I favor creamy pastas, cheesy pizzas and chocolate desserts which I know are not helping me. Plus when the people I'm meeting are smoking or having shisha - I tend to order even more high calorie foods :(
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 23:21
Good luck to you too, ashc - though I think we need it more: India has a better team and the crowd support!
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 23:16
@em2san the process you refer to is MNP - Mobile Number Portability. It has been available in the Uk for 10 plus years but only now can they get their act together here, probably sometime in the next few weeks. Personally whatever network you're on I wouldnt recomend changing because the system here is not robust and I would anticipate quite a few problems with no form of resolution. I didn't mention MNP cause I wasn't sure how many people would know what it stood for :) Actually, I'm very excited that they're finally going to have it in UAE because someone told me that they "might" even have an option where I can use the call and sms service from Etisalat but the mobile data package from DU - that'd be pretty cool!
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 23:13
However ( when) India win the semis, the Kiwis might be easier to beat in the finals :) I see that we are supporting different teams: I'm praying and hoping that Mohali is a victory ground for the green side!
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 23:09
He he! Hope there is police protection too :) Lol! But it is THE match isn't it... old rivals playing each other after YEARS! The finals will be an anticlimax after this. ashc, I've "heard" that there will be police protection at all venues screening this particular match because of incidents that have occurred in the past .. .. But you're so right, the final will be an anticlimax. Hope SriLanka wins tomorrow so at least we'll be guaranteed [i'>some[/i'> high strung sub-continent competition at the final :)
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 23:03
A kind [and anonymous'> Pakistani sponsor has made the full payment for the Palladium, Dubai Media City on the 30th of March 2011. The semifinal match of India vs. Pakistan will be showing on the biggest screen in Dubai at the Palladium. Free Entry for all at first-come, first-serve basis. Doors open at 11.00 a.m. A huge crowd is expected and doors will closed when the house is full. It is [u'>[i'>[b'>the[/b'>[/i'>[/u'> match to watch: hope the cricket lovers can make it :)
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 22:48
Have you got a copy of the Shred dvd? It really makes a difference. Don't have a copy of the dvd but was just google-ing the shred so looking into ways to order the dvd.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 22:40
[i'>And for the record HAK is an absolute stunner from head to toe. Most ladies would be over the moon to have a figure like hers.[/i'> I'm definitely taking your advice after that testament, H.A.K :D
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 22:34
Good on you for giving up smoking as I know from experience how hard it can be. Carrying a little more weight than you would like is much better than setting a poor example for those around you or succumbing to the plethora of smoking related health issues. A BMI of 23.4 is perfect for most adult females especially if you have above a B cup bust and/or an hourglass shape. [i'>And for the record HAK is an absolute stunner from head to toe. Most ladies would be over the moon to have a figure like hers.[/i'> CycloneT, I really value your reply - If I'd known how hard it was to stop smoking, I would've never started it :( I do have a C [or D, depending on brand'> cup bust and honestly, I love the new non-flat me :) but I hate the tummy because its all flabby and looks pretty eww in most clothes!
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 22:28
Actually if you read the country profile, you can view UAE's ranking for each indicator and UAE does rank 7th for indicator 1.08: wastefulness of government spending. UAE country profile is on page 337 of the report and the details of efficiency of government spending is on page 373 of the report. ETA: Just read the report in more detail and I'm quite impressed with the number of indicators in which UAE has a rank of "notable comparative advantage" <em>edited by em2san on 28/03/2011</em>
 
 
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