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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 10:02
thank you waxmuch.
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 10:01
hi fairfield, i just read the thread and didnt read the posts - thats why i posted my comments, no offence intended re your post - just that i hadnt read it before i posted. i am sorry to hear about the bruncher sitting at your table - sorry but i have to say it has made me chuckle as i know from seeing some of the sights at some brunches - i can picture it in my minds eye !;) have a good day.
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 09:55
kashmiri silk on silk recently on sale at a warehouse behind dubai traffic place near mall of em. bedside size around 6,000 aed. each reduced from 12,000 - 14,000 -sorry cant think of name of the place.
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 09:40
life is too short to sulk, have your fight get over it and move on.
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 09:27
i am sure irish village does brunch with breakfast stuff as well as 2 different kind of roasts, they are family friendly and i am sure they have bouncy castle and face painting on fridays. lots of grass for the kids to run around on and no one has to dress up, would give them a call just to double check.
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 09:23
mussels at the warehouse are brilliant and they always have them on the menu, they serve many different flavours too such as the normal moules mariniere (how ever you spell it !) the thai green curry mussels are so so yummy. they do around 6 different flavours and they are very generous with their portions - they also come served with the most delicious chips big chunky ones served with mayo. the entertainer has 3 vouchers in the family book and the fine dining - so 6 in all. friday night is fine if you go after 7pm all the brunchers are gone by then.
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 09:18
hi anyone at all any information, or even which driving school is the best for my d.i.l. thanks
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Latest post on 08 May 2011 - 19:38
thank you I will check Al Ahli
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Latest post on 05 May 2011 - 14:56
full cup
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Latest post on 05 May 2011 - 14:55
ladle
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Latest post on 05 May 2011 - 14:52
it can be a bit clicky and some people just want to meet up with friends they already have - i found it unfriendly, absolutely not one person, no one made any effort to chat even tho i tried to chat to people, they were only concerned with their circle of friends, i never went back. but seems like i might be the odd one out from comments made.
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Latest post on 05 May 2011 - 14:44
if you apply for passport thro the postoffices in uk, they can take upwards of 6 weeks at certain times of the year. so be aware of that if you do it thro and in the uk. if you do a one day renewal its more expensive but you can do in liverpool and london - newport has recently shut down. you have to book appt. from here 2 weeks before, turn up before opening time to que, u then get a ticket for your appt, regardless of what appt time you booked. then you wait your turn with ticket. once inside you wait for appt. then you have to go away for around 5 hours till its processed then you go back for it and its all done. but its an all day job.
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Latest post on 05 May 2011 - 14:37
i also have boxes for receipts / bank stuff etc but i file mine away in plastic folders within the boxes in date and alphabetical order that way they stay in the boxes but i can find what i am looking for easily within the box. i have my make up in a plastic set of drawers like those you find in office places or kids places cheap and cheerful, i have a drawer for differrent things ie - lip stuff in the one drawer, eye and cheek stuff in another, foundation and other things like that in another drawer. brushes tweezers etc in another drawer that way i dont rummage thro things i dont need - if i am looking for lippy stuff i just go to the one drawer. i use large rattan/woven boxes with lids for storage and side tables in my living room they double up. u can use the same in a bedroom or other things like chests of drawers in place of bedside tables ( which tend to be pretty useless.) i have a underbed rattan box under my coffee table which houses all my mags so its not messing up the coffee table. i have some great box shelves from ikea with boxes in the squares which i use for my scrapping/cropping/sewing stuff, all neat and hidden away. unfortunately you have to be diligent about being tidy to keep it tidy. does all that sound a bit sad ! :) <em>edited by fairwater on 05/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 05 May 2011 - 14:20
oh october forgot to mention try to get the street and plot number of the construction site. that makes it easier for them to pin point the exact problem when you ring up. and call them when they wake you. it has to be at the time of the noise. good luck and i hope you get good results and decent sleep.
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Latest post on 05 May 2011 - 14:00
does anyone know where i can view floor plans for bungalows thanks.
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Latest post on 05 May 2011 - 13:54
we had problems with construction starting at 4.30am of a morning last year. we were given this number to ring building noise complaints 800 900 - then press 1 - then press 2 ( this is 24 hour number ) they send out an inspector immediately. then they call you back at a reasonable time to ask if the noise has stopped. the building construction tried it on about 3 times then they were forced to stop work twice for nearly 2 weeks at a time. then when they started again they started at the proper allowed time. cant remember now if it was 6am or 6.30am till 8pm at night. fine by me. we have had no problems since.
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Latest post on 04 May 2011 - 13:14
any feedback thanks
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Latest post on 04 May 2011 - 11:32
thank you :)
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Latest post on 02 May 2011 - 12:11
thanks u both for replying.
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Latest post on 02 May 2011 - 12:10
no one should consume extra salt unless u see a doctor and he/she advises it, regardless of what web sites say. they can be used admitedly for helpfull information but nothing else. if in doubt see a doctor. in my opinion as a lay person.
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Latest post on 02 May 2011 - 12:06
is that the same as a tyre blowing out, only its brazilians ? :)
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Latest post on 02 May 2011 - 11:43
when we first arrived our doctor said it wasnt enough water being drunk that caused the headaches. i wouldnt advise salt to someone unless a doctor said it was safe and nes. to do so. there is a lot of salt in the food we eat, more than enough that more added is not nes. try drinking room temperature water rather than very cold. arwa is recommended by many companies for its lower sodium content.
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Latest post on 02 May 2011 - 11:11
kids should be taken for check ups from age around 2 and parents should be gently cleaning teeth as soon as they come in, maybe thats why your little one is anxious as shes not used to the dentist. its not nice to be scared of the dentist with all the drills and needles around, but they do have lasers now with no pain and needles for teeth that are young or havent been filled before. dr michaels has paediatric dentist but cant vouch for them as mine are grown now. cant believe someone would suggest anasthetic to a young child for dental work cripes !!! good luck and heres to a happier visit next time around.
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Latest post on 30 April 2011 - 12:47
they were both off for auditions after the wedding, panto as the ugly sisters and alice through the looking glass - tim burton version ! seriously vile concoctions on them both.
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Latest post on 30 April 2011 - 12:44
i am 52 and not enjoying being in 50's finding it a difficult time - struggling.
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Latest post on 30 April 2011 - 12:41
we went to see her last time she was here it was so boring we left well before the end.
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Latest post on 30 April 2011 - 12:05
i watched recording of royal wedding this morning - what a lovely elegant dress, they all looked so lovely - lovely service - the royals certainly know how to do pagentry what a wonderful celebration. but what on earth were eugene and beatrice wearing - were they popping off for auditions for the ugly sisters or alice thro the looking glass, seriously ugly outfits and hats, yuk!
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Latest post on 28 April 2011 - 13:19
just finished reading the blue sweater by jacqueline novogratz. its a truly inspirational book.
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Latest post on 28 April 2011 - 11:09
inspiring book - a must read - ''the blue sweater'' by jaqueline novogratz. i read this book in a day and half it is a truly wonderfully inspiring read - google reviews of it - its amazing.
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Latest post on 15 April 2011 - 18:34
reflets or pierchic
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Latest post on 15 April 2011 - 18:33
Hi ladies, A friend is visiting from the UK & she has few questions: 1. Can she hire a carseat from the airport or somewhere else? or is it better if she brings her own? 2. Does she need a Visa or she can get it from the airport? 3. Any ladies only spa/swimming pools close to Ibn Battuta? 4. What is the metro like? kiddie friendly ie with pushchair etc 5. Can you reccommend a gold bazaar? 6. any tips on what they should see close to Ibn Battuta/new Dubai Area with a baby? TIA xx u can request car seat from airport with taxis but only for that journey. u can rent most baby things from rent a crib web site delivered to where ever you are staying. metro is fine to use with small kids. lifts for buggies etc. gold souk near moe and not bad.
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 12:59
few spots in garhoud
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 12:24
not sure of prices but nina ricci le air de temps is lovely for day time wear
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 11:52
i have been looking and cant find. anyone any idea thank you
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 11:08
never been but perhaps dubai ladies club near jum beach park?
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 10:59
i was wondering about sky jazz at the bar at the top, thats on all week except mondays anyone know anything about that venue at the burj is it a good venue to get in do you just book or just go along?
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 10:49
mina si yahi ( sorry if thats spelt wrong ) anyway when i lasst went there they had a lovely infinity pool with swim up bar, a shaded kids pool area if kids are very small, lots and lots of grass around, you can order snack/lunch at the pool or use one of the restaurants inside. very nice.
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 09:10
thanks my visitors will be booked on that one then.
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 08:53
livelytrish, thank you. sounds like i am going to freeze brrrr. if i think of anything else will call on you, thanks again. friend of mine is thinking of settling in cyprus do you recommend it and can you settle long term, thanks. <em>edited by fairwater on 11/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 08:47
If no one answers you, keep bumping this up. Livelytrish lives in Cyprus. She will be able to help you thank you.
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 08:42
i wore a tankini type cossie as i had such bad stretch marks but i think on the beach its personal choice, so if you want to go for it then do so, relax after all you will be on holiday and cosseting a little life inside so chill out feel the sand between your toes, the sun on your skin and enjoy. :)
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 08:38
my husband went a few years ago for a shoulder and ankle problem, he ended up worse - the movement in his arm was less and he limped with the ankle pain, he was in worse pain - he def. wouldnt recomend them, he went to a physio instead and over time and with physio exercises he hasnt had any a repeat of the problems.
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 08:32
wow that was spectacular in garhoud last night and by the look of our sky here it looks like it might happen again today, my plants look so refreshed and perky - even my dog was running around wagging his tail and barking all excited he was running all around the house it was so cute, he even looked like he was smiling :) wonder if my visitors flight will be affected tonight.
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 08:29
which is recommended. any that have music? variety of food ? not jam packed like sardines, thank you
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 08:28
has anyone been do you have to pay to go in or make a reservation, is it worth going with visitors thanks. :) <em>edited by fairwater on 11/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 10 April 2011 - 08:01
wild wadi over atlantis anyday, staff are brilliant at wild wadi they dont swear like at atlantis! ( our experience when our 10 year old nephew went to splash water over one of the life guards.) atlantis you have to drag your rubber rings around with you. seats are hard to find. the rides were quite rubbish, the ques to get in at atlantis awful and sullen staff. food places rubbish at atlantis. and we had cut feet from the rough concrete in all the rides and the back sides of our costumes ruined.
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Latest post on 07 April 2011 - 13:37
any ideas as i cant see it anywhere ta.
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Latest post on 07 April 2011 - 13:22
we have been recommended pissouri by friends who have a house there, they say its very picturesque. esp colombia beach resort ( not the hotel but the resort ) <em>edited by fairwater on 07/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 07 April 2011 - 13:21
reports from egyptians who work here and have friends in cairo say that people are being targeted esp women on their own, in cars and taxis, surrounded stopped at knife point and forced to hand over cars if they are decent and their money and jewellery. i also wondered about sharm as my family want to go their on hols.
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Latest post on 06 April 2011 - 11:26
jennifer saunders from ab fab !
 
 
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