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Latest post on 22 June 2011 - 10:50
yeh mine ran out recently and they said you have to have a residents visa to hold an egate card.
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Latest post on 22 June 2011 - 10:34
am booking hols last few days of nov to around 12th dec to phuket thailand. what i am looking to book is a spa/health resort retreat hotel for a week of that time, can anyone recommend any there. also which is the best beach/hotel for the rest of the time - patong, karon. nothing too remote or overly quiet. thanks.
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Latest post on 22 June 2011 - 10:29
i am looking thro the entertainer book fine dining and i am at a loss as to where to go thats not break the bank stuff. i am looking to try somewhere different every week using the vouchers. has anyone been to the wharf can you recomend it. we tried teatro, spectrum on one, warehouse, amwaj, ruths chris ( this was expensive even with vouchers ). any recommendations would be much appreciated. thank you.
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 11:54
hi did you get my email sent about 5 mins ago. re the apples - funny ours does that! mind you ours loves most fruit and veg! he looks very disappointed with his bowl of crunchy food.
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 11:30
HI i have noted your email. thanks. sending email now.
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 11:10
hi there both sound lovely i have messaged my husband as hes in a meeting at the mo, i will come back to you as soon as i can, in the meantime if you get offers of a suitable home then obviously i dont expect you to hold them. but i am interested the the younger one as mine is still young too. spaying costs not a problem. ps we are in a villa with a garden big enough for 2 yorkies. our is in most of the time as its too hot for outside in summer and in winter our doors are always open for him to go in an out. will come back as soon as i get a reply regards.
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 11:00
hi there dollymud, we are looking for a companion for our male yorkie of 1.half years old, we might be interested in the younger female - is she spayed ? i doubt we can take the two of them, but i will have to talk to my husband and will get back to you as soon as i can. what area of dubai are you in? regards .
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 07:59
been to the mina seyahi a few times they have a lovely infinity pool with a swim up bar. the marine on beach road is lovely but small.
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Latest post on 09 June 2011 - 13:10
mishmash thank you
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Latest post on 09 June 2011 - 12:55
i went a few days ago and they def had them on display at dfc, they are with the bunk beds day beds, its one with handles on what looks like drawers at the front its white and when you pull on the handles it comes out as another bed. just go around them all and yank them all till you find the right ones.
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Latest post on 09 June 2011 - 12:51
thinking of buying early next year for myself but want to see wheres good to buy and near ish to airport.
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Latest post on 09 June 2011 - 12:48
meat branded as fondue or stir fry meat here is tough, buy steak that you would eat as a steak ie rump fillet ribeye that sort of steak otherwise you will end up with tough shoe leather. oil fondues are popular in south africa we bought a nice fondue set in @home, you can get them in most housewear stores like home centre etc we have also had (not here ) chinese style fondues where you cook fish and seafood and veg in a broth then when its all been cooked you eat the broth like soup. we used to do cheese when my kids were little with the bread but add on mini sausages and tomatoes, little mini potatoes, they loved it.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 10:39
no 7 protect and perfect is brilliant serum for around eyes -lip area or on any lines that start coming now including chest area and back of hands the same day cream with factor 15 is lovely and not greasy i use the same range for eyes as it has the serum formula in it as well. and i use it around my lips too. i use soap and glory fab hot cloth cleanser to remove makeup and cleanse my skin morning and night- it has to be the nearest to liz earle i have come across. and smells diviine. i follow this routine morning and night, i dont use the night cream as i think the above is suitable for night or day. if you can stretch the budget you cant go far wrong with elemis. ( I mix and match the no. 7 and elemis.) i use the cream cleanser if i want a non water option and their gentle toners. and occasionally as a night cream or if i feel that my skin needs a break from my no. 7 cream, i use the pro collegan marine cream its divine. best advice i can give you tho is always always always use sun screen regardless of what creams you decide to use, factor 30 is suitable for this climate and i cant recommend highly enough nivea invisible spray. it sprays like an oil but its not an oil and drys to dry dry dry. its brilliant.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 08:54
Creepier story, I was in a soft top having a sing driving through Qasais, the guys in the next car were videoing me! URGH. have you checked YOUTUBE ! :)
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 08:50
oh my is that why i feel so sluggish and awful in the mornings.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 08:49
we were recommended anthony at outshine recently but for a 5 bed villa he wanted 350 for outside windows only and 2 windows you cant even reach. i dont think thats reasonable at all. he commented that he needed to make it worth his while to come to garhoud. we were also recommended another on here - sorry cant remember name, but they also wanted 350.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 08:45
not sure what end of town you are but lamcy plaza ground floor have framers that are reasonable, we have our pics etc done there, they do framing for the sort of things you are looking for.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 08:42
altho i live in garhoud i have a dog who doesnt like cats much - so, sorry i cant take them but i do hope you find someone who will look after them. its difficult. not much help i know just wanted to wish you good luck.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 08:29
Reem's Closet REEMS CLOSET - mazaya centre sz road Tel: 04-343 9553 Fax: 04-343 9553 Contact: Ms. Reema Apartment: LADIES FASHION, SHOES Location: M34
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 11:30
love to sing along to most things. little story re - when my kids were little i forgot they werent in the car with me - i rolled down the windows at the front and switched on the tape ( yes tape !) for their songs as i was so used to doing it - i got to the traffic lights and was singing along to some sort of kiddie song when out of the corner of my eye saw the car pull along side me and when i looked they were all smiling and shouting if i was enjoying the song - i was mortified when i realised i was on my own in the car singing at the top of my voice to kids songs. ;)
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 11:26
debehams usually sell these as well.
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 10:56
if its something you are all chipping in for why not something for them selves personally to relax like a gift voucher for a spa treat ment. that way they can decide what they would like to have. just a thought.
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Latest post on 31 May 2011 - 14:12
yes it was sunset thanks.
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Latest post on 31 May 2011 - 13:21
love your name karenblixen, are you danish, did you live in kenya, have you been to her house in kenya. or did you go out with robert redford :)
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Latest post on 31 May 2011 - 13:14
i love shakespears on sheikh zayed road for breakfast.
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Latest post on 31 May 2011 - 13:12
wine gums, so much so that i ate so many when i was pregnant with my first son hes now 29 and is addicted to them.
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Latest post on 31 May 2011 - 11:19
my husband did mba many years ago. via correspondence in the country we were living in and then he went to two residential study schools per year. he did this over 4 years. he worked full time and studied at night from 6pm till he finished 12 midnight or 1am. he took no days off apart from christmas day. we lost all our friends apart from the one who happened to be doing the same course with him. as no one wanted to call and see just one of us and we sacrificed our social life for it. we had 2 kids at the time age 2 and 3 years old by the time he finished. when he eventuallly finished and we were seen out together people would ask me who he was and when i said my husband, they were astounded as they thought i was a divorced woman/single parent :) but the end result is oh so worth it on many levels for his career. so if you can bear with him its a good time to do it when the children are small. good luck to you all - i say to you all as its a joint decision to do this as its a lot of work after hours, even its on campus and you have to be supportive for him to do it. good luck.
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 14:47
bought some in claires last december, also one of the little shops down the centre of the aisle in mcc has some, the side that is under carluccios/chillis
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 12:42
glad i could be of some help, its difficult to pick a car when you are single as you want safety around you as well as it too look cool which is understandable. it is a sporty looking car and is def. cool looking and i think it attracts a lot of young male followers, my two grown sons love the look of it but decided against buying it after doing a test drive. safe and happy driving what ever you choose. good luck:)
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 12:35
freedom shop, crate and barrel, pottery barn all sell different styles of furniture light to dark. home centre can be varied in styles and colours. united furniture on sheikh zayed has big sale on at the moment, next to oasis. pan near moe have a looksee on dubizzle.
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 12:28
have you done a test drive of the fj? its a tinny car and altho it looks cool the finishing is poor quality, the metal look is plastic - suspension is hard and its an uncomfortable drive and its very small at the back and very claustrophobic and dark. i would recommend the pajero over the fj, but would recommend a toyota over pajero - having driven one for a long time. i had the rav 4 and fortuna as well as a 7 seater estate camry and all performed exeptionally well. good luck
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 12:22
does anyone have any other recommendations as i had these people below for a quote and they wanted 300 for outside only and 700 for in and out. i think thats far too expensive for once a month, so any other recommendations would be great. thank you.
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 10:52
anyone
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 10:22
what is the correct name for the marriott in patong beach ?
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 09:49
is this show outside venue or inside anyone know?
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 09:48
oh my goodness this film was so funny and i appreciated that whole scenes werent cut just black censor strips. but i cant for the life of me understand why family in front of us took their 4 young kids to see this, it was not for children, regardless of the pg15 rating. but aside from that we laughed our socks off. will there be a no. 3 and if so what would be the plot, beardy guy getting married!;)
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Latest post on 27 May 2011 - 09:25
who was your fav.? mine was casey - when he sang with that bass oh my, brilliant.
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Latest post on 27 May 2011 - 09:23
Good thing we all like different things otherwise the world would be boring but, for me, I thought this was the best season yet and I so enjoyed the new judges - there was no underlying nastiness this year. I also loved that the contestants all seemed to enjoy themselves so much. Even though I am not a fan of country, I enjoyed Scotty and his fresh boy-next-door look. Will be buying music by Paul (who was my fav), Haley and James! Ooohhh and loved the boys singing with Tom Jones (gosh, am showing my age now!) yes the boys singing with tom jones was brilliant i agree. i loved old smiler ( paul ) his voice was quirky, loved it.
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Latest post on 27 May 2011 - 09:21
we had a look around al waha the other day and on the way out directly on the main road side entrance to the track to go to the properties there is someone advertising their property 4 bed but i cant remember the price. but it was cheap for a 4 bed . it was a corner plot but not landscaped. it seems so remote at al waha and no signs to go in or out of it also they wont let you in to look around without a viewing or an agent.
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Latest post on 27 May 2011 - 09:17
if you like fondue vintage do a special on friday and monday nights for fondue for 2 to share with a bottle or red or white. very relaxing and cosy for two. no kids allowed in and no shorts or sports/beach gear and sandals for men. what about the cellar, i have heard that the food their is excellent and the venue is nice. the observatory for the view. neos at the address downtown has fantastic views ring to book a window table for drinks and or nibbles. brilliant views over the whole of downtown and the fountains. you will never fail to be wowed. where ever you decide to go have a wonderful time, i know the feeling when i had small kids and living away, when you only get babysitters infrequently. have a great time. :)
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Latest post on 27 May 2011 - 09:08
the best won out in the end, scotty was fantastic and i love the new song i love you this much. mark anthony is ugly but maybe he has other plus points! beyonce song was awful, cant stand bono - boring old fart. lady gaga dreadful and also ugly. i will miss randys saying 'know what i'me saying dog'". all in all too long a show for a last good few mins. what will i do on a thursday and friday night now - i will have to go out! :)
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Latest post on 27 May 2011 - 08:59
Would highly recommend Scarlet's if you have no kids - gorgeous little boutique hotel right next to Chinatown and only a 10 min walk to Clark and Boat Quays. Shopping in Orchard Rd (but not worth it if you are over a UK Size 10 or have big feet), Jurong Bird Park, Sentosa Island, Universal Studios (love it and def brings out the kid in you!), Botanic Gardens, cycling along the East Coast, walks, picnics - LOVE SINGAPORE! wow thanks ashes.
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Latest post on 27 May 2011 - 08:58
its on the right as you go thro shindaga tunnel yes. it is open in the day time, but the people who do things like cooking/ shops etc are only there on friday and saturday after 4pm. be warned tho friday night it is busy and bustling. sheikh rashids palace is there as is the house about islam ( very interesting and they used to give away free information tapes and books ) plus its a lovely walk along the creek with a couple of restaurants overlooking the water. i have to admit to being hopeless when it comes to directions and have no idea if its on the spice souk side - sorry. can any one else help ??? if you are buying saffron in the spice souk make sure it is saffron as they tried to sell my sister in law dried sunflower petals.!
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Latest post on 27 May 2011 - 08:52
high rise bed with space underneath for wardrobe and sofa, you can buy them with a sofa underneath try home centre and ikea. ikea do expidit book cases that are brilliant space savers as you can use them with baskets to store a million and one thngs in them. mirror fixed on the back of the door. fix shelving above the door way to hold things - use higher space. provide a folding step ladder to reach. one of our friends neighbours has given a bedroom in the house to their maid and they use the maids room as a pantry come store room.
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Latest post on 27 May 2011 - 08:45
what about the heritage centre, its great albeit busy on a friday night, they sometimes have traditional dancing, they have ladies cooking food to sample for a donation, we had our picture taken in traditional dress which was fun, lots of things to browse around. a fun and informative time out. its lovely to walk along the creek especially if the weather was lovely like last night. i cant think of anything more relaxing than getting an abra ride up and down the creek for an hour, its bliss. get some pakora from one of the little shops near the abra station just at the end of the souk. yum yum
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Latest post on 22 May 2011 - 13:01
monday carters wafi
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Latest post on 22 May 2011 - 12:36
have y9ou had a look in holland and barrett in mirdiff city centre - opposite ground floor of debenhams.
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Latest post on 22 May 2011 - 12:26
i have looked on the internet but all i can find are homes for sale. prefer pissouri or that size resort. thanks for any help.
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 10:02
i have been numerous times to buy things advertised in the catalogue and they always say "oh we're not having that in" whats the point of advertising them. waste of time.
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 08:21
my jasmines are in the ground and for about 5 feet from the ground just brown crispy dead looking leaves and branches, but the tops are lovely and green with abundant flowers - i dont know what to do to made the rest of the plant the same.
 
 
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