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Latest post on 28 February 2019 - 15:11
Never worn jeans to a brunch, probably because I go out so rarely I enjoy getting dressed up! I have seen all sorts of attire at brunches though and a dress with flat shoes is definitely ok
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Latest post on 16 April 2018 - 21:30
Hi Geordie, I did consult Dr. Najoomi a week ago and after examination he told me the same thing that my other doctors had mentioned i.e to start with physiotherapy as this is the most conservativ...
Hi Mybebo. I used a lady called Kelly at Mediclinic Meadows who worked with Dr Najoomi she was fabulous!
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Latest post on 13 March 2018 - 15:27
Thanks Geordie. May i know what was ur complain was it a tear?? partial/ full thickness?? What was the course of treatment & recovery?? Did u undergo a surgery?? I know am asking a lot of qu...
Full thinckness rotator cuff tear and removal of surplus bone. I was in hospital overnight after the op and then had intense physio to start with which tailed off after about 6 months. It did take me around a year to feel completely confident about it though. If you go and see him he will be totally honest with you. He knew my problem just from shaking my hand. Previously I was being treated with physio for muscular issues and it was her who suggested I go and see him, as things were not improving.
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Latest post on 12 March 2018 - 21:39
Go and see Dr Kavyan Najoomi, he's a shoulder specialist based at Mediclinic Meadows and Arabian Ranches. He repaired my shoulder cuff amongst other things three years ago.
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Latest post on 05 February 2018 - 12:28
Contact Jalal at Al Dar Carpets, He has done amazing jobs rescuing two of my huge Turkish carpets when my dog was ill all over them His number is 055 539 7597
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Latest post on 26 December 2017 - 11:11
We've been using a company called Currency Index for the last 6 years. All done via online banking and the more you transfer the better the exchange rate. https://www.currencyindex.co.uk/
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Latest post on 24 August 2016 - 12:32
Our vet offers a relocation service. Blue Oasis at Green Community
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Latest post on 17 August 2016 - 11:18
I've also just remembered about a company called "Mums@workME". They often advertise via FB and LinkedIn offering positions to suit Mums with children.
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Latest post on 17 August 2016 - 10:25
There's nothing to stop you starting small and then moving on as and when you can afford it. It's taken us three moves to finally become settled. We've also taken out a maintenance contract ourselves purely so we know that is anything goes wrong, especially the A/C at this time of year, we won't spend time trying to sort it via the landlord. Cost about 4 - 5 k Regarding the gardens, we've previously either dug it up and taken it with us or sold on via facebook!!
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Latest post on 16 June 2016 - 09:19
Brilliant dentist is Neil Mitchel http://dentist-direct.ae/ If you want good meat, fish and veg try Park and Shop at The Green Community DIP Waxing, threading, mani/pedi etc http://thecure.ae/ Sorry for some reason my hyperlinks are not linking ;)
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Latest post on 05 June 2016 - 17:32
Yes. A number of people on a facebook page I'm a member of have used them and said the experience was good.
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Latest post on 01 June 2016 - 12:20
It doesn't matter where you renew it, either will do. And even if you do it online you still have to go into a shop. Best things to get the forms at your closest shop and fill them out and return
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Latest post on 31 May 2016 - 14:16
You can get your money back on the Fine Diner Entertainer by using only one max two vouchers !!
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Latest post on 31 May 2016 - 09:59
One big issue that causes hair fall here is the water. You need to get a shower filter attachment - works wonders. I was always very sceptical about the Blu shower heads, that was until ours got lost in a recent move. I'm using the ordinary shower head at the moment and my hair is like straw and coming out in handfuls, despite going through copious amounts of conditioner. Desperately need to get a new one this week.
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Latest post on 29 May 2016 - 10:43
Dr Carol Smylie at Mirdif Healthbay Polyclinic, lovely GP
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Latest post on 26 May 2016 - 15:55
You could try, but there are usually deals on majority of the time anyway
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Latest post on 26 May 2016 - 14:21
Age can be an issue here in regards to some roles as I have found out to my cost. On a couple of occasions I was offered positions, but once the actual person I would have been working for saw my CV and my age, they stated that they wanted someone younger, even though HR told me that the younger person, did not have the required qualifications. I think a lot can come down to what certain people expect to see when they hear you're over 50. I am now fully employed at 57 in a role which is more like the roles I carried out over 20 years ago and not what I trained for, but hey, it's a job and the pay's ok. Dear Geordie expat, Yes, you're right, sadly age does play a determining factor, however, even simple administration roles require younger people so that employers can pay them an even cheaper salary. At your age I would be concerned if I thought it was a discriminating factor. At mine I can understand it.
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Latest post on 26 May 2016 - 11:26
Age can be an issue here in regards to some roles as I have found out to my cost. On a couple of occasions I was offered positions, but once the actual person I would have been working for saw my CV and my age, they stated that they wanted someone younger, even though HR told me that the younger person, did not have the required qualifications. I think a lot can come down to what certain people expect to see when they hear you're over 50. I am now fully employed at 57 in a role which is more like the roles I carried out over 20 years ago and not what I trained for, but hey, it's a job and the pay's ok.
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Latest post on 25 May 2016 - 17:33
DH and I were advised by a professional CV writer back in the UK to have no more than three achievements at the start of your CV after your profile. Majority of recruiters and HR departments don't get any further than three quarters of the way down the first page. So far so good it has worked for both of us
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Latest post on 12 May 2016 - 14:28
I just delete without opening!!
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Latest post on 11 May 2016 - 10:01
The only person I can think of is Jalal. He has cleaned and saved our rugs a couple of times. I'm not sure if he can work miracles, but it's worth a call. He can always come and give you an honest answer as to whether it's repairable or not. http://www.aldarcarpets.com/
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Latest post on 04 May 2016 - 14:26
Just had a look at "Buy it, Sell it , Swap it Dubai" on Facebook and it is a Closed Group. Does that mean one cannot use it? Nothing comes up on it to even see items for sale - seems to limit its purpose if not everyone/anyone can see things for sale? You'll probably have to ask to join
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Latest post on 04 May 2016 - 11:45
On June 5 :cry: Where have you been for the last few weeks it's been talked about all over. Rumour has it The Ivy are closing this year too :(
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Latest post on 30 April 2016 - 11:31
It doesn't actually matter when they have moved the holiday to, as that is to give most a long weekend. It's the night before the Prophets Ascension that is dry so Tuesday night 3 May will be dry.
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Latest post on 27 April 2016 - 14:08
that would be fab. Where you moving to? Still Falcon City, just over to Phase 1. Drop me a PM on facebook and we can arrange something :)
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Latest post on 27 April 2016 - 09:37
anyone? I've got a few odds and ends for now as we're just starting the clear out to move
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Latest post on 25 April 2016 - 10:16
Firstly we cannot give advice unless you are more specific with whereabouts on the Palm as some areas will be quieter than others. Secondly, if I was looking for somewhere peaceful to live with some privacy, it certainly wouldn't be The Palm. If she has the budget somewhere like Al Barari is lovely and peaceful.
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Latest post on 24 April 2016 - 14:43
You need to create a profile on LinkedIn and then people can find you if they know your name. Once you register the system will walk you through what you need to do. You can also look for people and companies and there is a job search function on there too.
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Latest post on 24 April 2016 - 11:49
Sorry no I've tried two or three and also tried my usual of washing up liquid and water well diluted. I've cut them well back before and they've always done well, but never had to do it for this reason before. I did notice that one or two branches just came out of the ground though as they were rotten at the bottom!!
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Latest post on 24 April 2016 - 10:57
Yep tried all sorts and I was getting more worried about my other plants which was why I took the drastic action of cutting it right back.
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Latest post on 24 April 2016 - 09:43
No!!! I've tried everything and nothing has worked. I've now cut it down to ground level in the hope that it will eventually re grow and to save my other plants from becoming infected.
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Latest post on 21 April 2016 - 10:52
DH bought me a fabulous Rolex from Momentum in DIFC, made in the year of my birth :) It's ancient, but looks great and keeps time better than any new watch I've ever had.
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Latest post on 12 April 2016 - 17:21
Does the 800 number not give you an option to speak to someone locally?
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Latest post on 11 April 2016 - 22:55
They were around 185K, but they're hard to come by.
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Latest post on 11 April 2016 - 22:52
We had a similar issue four years ago as the registrar who married us was new to the job and her registration had not been formally finalised. I left the UK before my certificate was returned, but just paid the extra to have it shipped out here.
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Latest post on 11 April 2016 - 11:52
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-3532991/Want-slim-stuck-chocolate-red-wine-Leading-scientist-says-key-weight-loss-bugs-person-s-gut-counting-calories.html
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Latest post on 10 April 2016 - 14:41
It's this one https://www.carrefouruae.com/webstore/Product.aspx?productid=11746&name=DURAMAX_SIDEMAT_120X240CM_4X8FT I was going to advertise it on here in a couple of weeks time.
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Latest post on 10 April 2016 - 12:21
I know I can get the sheds at carrefour in different sizes, I wonder where else I can look for cheaper optionns. The ones which carrefour has are from Duramax. If I check on Facebook most people sell the size 2,40x1.60 m I am looking more for , 1.60 x1.60 m or even better 1.60x0.80 Any Idea where to look or have an other idea where to buy sheds. TIA We've got the one which you can set up against the wall and has a door in the end. I think it's the 4x8ft model. It will be ready for collection in a couple of weeks AED500.
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Latest post on 06 April 2016 - 09:12
We use Blue Oasis in Green Community, next to the Premier Inn. Have been going there for four years now and would never change.
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Latest post on 05 April 2016 - 14:36
The smell of petrol !!!
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Latest post on 04 April 2016 - 17:45
I have never had a problem with Careem drivers. As someone said they don't answer their phones while driving and I have never been worried in one of their cars. One driver once apologised to me as he had to swerve to avoid another car on the road!!
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Latest post on 04 April 2016 - 15:43
How sad that they resort to dragging up 2 year old threads on women's forums to get a free ad :( We've been here over 6 years and have never had problems with RTA taxis and you can book them ahead for any time or day you want.. lol @ Captain.. When we first moved here four years ago we lived in JVT and had nothing but trouble with RTA taxis. I can't even begin to count the number of meetings I missed, including job interviews when the taxi's could not find us and often gave up trying !!! In all honesty Careem was a life saver for me then and I still use them now especially when I need to be somewhere at a particular time.
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Latest post on 04 April 2016 - 15:34
Oooooops didn't see that
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Latest post on 04 April 2016 - 15:20
One issue with Careem if you use then as an airport pick up is they do not check on your flight details. All they go by is the time you reserve them for. The best way to get round this is to do an immediate pick up when you're actually in the airport. It may involve a short wait, but much better than being charged waiting time!!
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Latest post on 04 April 2016 - 14:10
DH has sold two cars successfully on Dubizzle, both for the asking price. He did do a lot of research on there first, took a number of good photos and enhanced the description. It was a case of looking at the competition and basing your asking price on what was out there and what he thought was a reasonable price. Both times he opted for a middle of the road price and also much improved pictures and descriptions, compared to the competition. There is no way you can go on what the cost of a new model is.
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Latest post on 02 April 2016 - 19:32
Yes it is. Look up Paw Pals Dubai Pet Sitting on Facebook
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Latest post on 31 March 2016 - 21:18
More and more companies seem to be looking for singles as then school fees don't come into it and cheapish to rent a one bed apartment. Or oldies like us with grown up children back home :)
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Latest post on 31 March 2016 - 16:22
Hi there, Sports and Motor City are really lovely communities. Very family oriented but my problem in Motor City is that the walls between apartments were super super thin and our family could hear our neighbours - loud and clear. This was in the apartment areas, the villas seem to be better. Lovely areas to walk in, swimming pools and gym and very safe, nice restaurants and supermarket access. The other area I really loved living in was Al Badia residences near Dubai Festival City, also very family oriented, the apartments were spacious, well built, large bathtubs, walk in wardrobes, good size balconies, lovely neighbours, Golf Club next door, close to the airport. Thanks to this site, I am going to check out Silicone Oasis and JVT as some people seem to have positive feedback on those areas which quite honestly surprised me and I can't wait to see whats out there. Good luck on your quest! I'd go for Silicon Oasis over JVT any day
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Latest post on 30 March 2016 - 13:24
Or are you a member of a facebook page local to where you live?
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Latest post on 30 March 2016 - 13:23
Easter has finished or am I missing something :biggrin: Haha! You read my mind! I was going to suggest that the eggs might be cheaper now but the shops will probably put them away only to try and sell them next year. Park & Rob still have Christmas chocolates on the shelves, I dread to think what the best before dates are on em :biggrin: They're still in date, as chocolate, depending on the type and/or filling has quite a long shelf life :) Need to think about dieting again :biggrin:
 
 
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