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Latest post on 24 November 2014 - 10:30
My one question in this situation would be, 'do you know where the rest of his salary is going' Perhaps he's just being cautious until he's sure everything is working out ok. I did pretty much the same as you when I came out here, but until we found our feet, I was quite happy to give up on a lot of things until we were more stable. Do you actually know what the household finances and spending add up to?
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Latest post on 24 November 2014 - 09:20
DIFC private sector three days :biggrin:
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 17:08
Congratulations Beebers on resigning. With all this celebrating going on I'm wondering if it's time for a G&T. :evil: 90 minutes and I'll join you, but with a V&T :evil:
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 17:00
Is that only for public sector not private? I'm with a private sector company :)
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 16:59
Mabrook! :party::balloon::party::):party::balloon: Sorry can't give you a thumbs up but :balloon: ^^ lol just one measly balloon :) Congrats Izzy! I just resigned so I have a few days off for National Day, myself, and I'm taking off for a couple of weeks. Woo hoo! Izzy ? :thinking: And do we congratulate you on resigning?
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 16:51
Mabrook! :party::balloon::party::):party::balloon: Sorry can't give you a thumbs up but :balloon:
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 15:31
Maybe I'm being naive here, but surely the school have some responsibility if a child does not turn up and they have not been informed of an absence by the parents.
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 15:14
thanks ladies. Is positive paws same as posh paws? which used to be near sharjah? didn't have a great experience with them one year long time ago. i live in um sequim izzy - will your pet sitter actually take the dog or visit my home? i don't think i want him here on his own - he will be too lonely! No Positive Paws is based in Al Quoz.. Our two go there for daycare twice a week and everytime we go away. Wouldn't leave them anywhere else now :)
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 13:37
All I can think is that I'm so pleased he hasn't even the slightest chance of being in the top three :biggrin: I red thumbed you - in case you were wondering :D Can't see them on this laptop and don't care :biggrin: Anyway he's had his day(s) at the top. It was the car designer who got him there and that will all change next year. <em>edited by Geordie expat on 20/11/2014</em>
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 13:31
All I can think is that I'm so pleased he hasn't even the slightest chance of being in the top three :biggrin:
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 13:06
Are you saying that you actually have the car on lease, not a loan and want to hand it back?
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 13:01
Yes :) but strangely enough I'm not particularly excited this year :(
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Latest post on 20 November 2014 - 12:12
Try Positive Paws, they have expanded to two sites now.
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Latest post on 19 November 2014 - 12:16
Then again - just looked at the prices for the RAW machines - nearly $3,000 for a coffee machine ?Maybe if I go into that business! Whaaaaaaaaaaat I hope that it's gold plated and comes with free coffee forever ;) Makes the Severin I want look a good deal at AED3,500
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Latest post on 19 November 2014 - 12:05
Home Centre if you can get it when they have a sale on
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Latest post on 19 November 2014 - 11:36
Don't know if it's been mentioned already, but "amazeballs" really makes me want to strangle anyone who says or writes it :angry:
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Latest post on 19 November 2014 - 09:50
If you're *really* into your coffee, you could go all-out and get a manual espresso maker from a supplier like RAW Coffee. I have enjoyed pod coffee, but I really like the fact that I am actually making REAL coffee with all the grinding and pumping and planning that a manual espresso maker involves. What's more: if you buy a machine from RAW, they will show you how to use it and get the best out of it, and you also have access to fresh-roasted beans 'on tap' for your coffee-making future. I'm not dissing the pod method (promise) but you will LOVE making your own coffee from scratch if you're into this sort of thing. It's worth the effort anyway. Good luck in your decision. http://rawcoffeecompany.com/collections/home-espresso Or just cheat and buy their beans to use in a good bean to cup machine. Been doing this for years and would never go back to any other type of coffee now
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 16:39
Good luck! It's a lovely community and not far from the shops etc at Motor City. Thanks. I have a feeling I'll need more than luck to make this work.
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 15:28
For buying or renting? I think the rental properties get snapped up but the ones for sale are taking a while to shift. They are building 30 new houses in a new phase but not sure when thats due to be complete Renting. That's why I'm concerned about the 90 days notice. I know there are properties available now (according to propertyfinder) and want to just have a general look around, but I am really concerned that once we have given our current LL notice to quit we'll end up homeless :(
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 15:25
Dr Nojoomi is a brilliant Ortho surgeon based at Mediclinc Meadows and Ranches. He won't operate unless there is no other solution.
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 15:07
Thanks. Now to see if 90 days notice is actually sufficient to secure a new place??
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 13:37
If DH and I want to have a look round Victory Heights as a possible place to move to, can we just drive in or is there security that will prevent us doing this? Thanks
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 13:15
The name is enough to put me off
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 11:14
A lot will depend on where you live, but I can highly recommend the Healthbay Polyclinic in Mirdif
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 10:01
FIIIIIIIIIIIIGHT !!!!!!!!! lol :angry:
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 09:52
Yes I saw that... not sure i'd refer to him as the headline act with James Blunt and John Legend on the bill though !! lol I may have to disagree with you on that ;)
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 09:42
Sting in February now :biggrin:
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 09:32
Plug Ins at Festival City have a fab machine, Severin, if you like proper bean to cup coffee
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Latest post on 18 November 2014 - 09:18
I can recommend a very good one, but because of the company he works for it would have to be via your email
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Latest post on 17 November 2014 - 17:49
If you buy the book is there an option to use the app too, without paying twice? No. If you want both options, you need to pay twice.
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Latest post on 17 November 2014 - 14:54
Thank you. I thought it was just me :\:
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Latest post on 17 November 2014 - 11:32
Or why not start again and go to a GP?
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Latest post on 17 November 2014 - 10:28
Why not have a look at Subaru, if you don't need a huge car. They have a very good safety record.
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Latest post on 17 November 2014 - 09:40
Can I make a really silly suggestion. Download the MyFitnessPal app onto your phone if you can and be really strict about entering the amount of food you eat and keep an eye on the calories and the steps you do. I was shocked to see how few calories I was actually eating some days, which was why I struggled to lose weight. I also knew that I wasn't walking as much as I used to back home, but again the lack of steps really surprised me too. It's not perfect, but it is easy and it does give you an idea of what you're doing.
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Latest post on 17 November 2014 - 09:28
Depends on what you're looking for. Lovely big 2 bed stand alone villas, but some people are asking silly prices now. There are no communal facilities apart from a few tennis courts, some childrens play areas and a couple of shops. There is room in the gardens for individual pools if you go down that route. Access in and out is great using the Al Khail and not too bad to SZR now either. Have a look on propertyfinder.ae or contact Mazz Ali at Goldenwave Properties, sorry I don't have his mobile to hand but you can reach him from here http://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/rent/villa-for-rent-dubai-jumeirah-village-triangle-2627179.html Any other questions please just ask. <em>edited by Geordie expat on 17/11/2014</em>
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Latest post on 16 November 2014 - 16:52
Try Bishops Move. They did used to do moves from here to the UK, but not sure if they still do, or how expensive they may be.
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Latest post on 16 November 2014 - 15:23
So pleased for you :biggrin:
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Latest post on 16 November 2014 - 14:58
Join the facebook page and ask there. A few other people have had this done
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Latest post on 16 November 2014 - 10:49
Dr Gordon Bland at Mirdif. Australian, and both DH and I rate him <em>edited by Geordie expat on 16/11/2014</em>
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Latest post on 16 November 2014 - 10:15
Social House overlooking the fountains is good.
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Latest post on 16 November 2014 - 09:43
Personally I wouldnt state a specific salary as they have put the range on the ad and you've applied. I also wouldnt agree on a lower salary and then a higher one, even if this is in writing. You have a value (regardless of your personal circumstances) and this value is the same now as it would be in 3 months time. How about something along the lines that your salary expectation would be commensurate with your experience and qualfications within the range they have provided and you can discuss further at interview. edited by ClaireBonkersB on 15/11/2014 edited by ClaireBonkersB on 15/11/2014 What I will add to this though is how much do you want the job? I was asked this a couple of times when looking for work and found that if you are not prepared to state a salary, they will still not take it any further. If you really do want the job you may have to opt for the lower end of what you expect, even to just get the interview.
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 17:14
I've got a SCOOBY As far as I was aware, apart from the obvious Scooby Doo, Subaru's also have this nickname :)
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 16:51
Hey it's always worth an ask. Yes Buddha. DH new company were spot on with his new visa, no hanging about there :)
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 16:46
if she is on her Dh's sponsorship, her visa has to be cancelled prior to his current visa being cancelled (or, he can pay a deposit and put it on hold). If he cancels her visa, she can travel out. If he puts in on hold, she can not travel out. once he has his new visa, she can have hers within 24-48 hours. OK then. Just another thought, Can his new company not just opt to transfer his visa?
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 16:42
But surely she has nothing to do with her visa. It's only her DH who has to have a new visa. At least that's what happened to me.
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 15:45
Get your DH to offer to pay the extra for the VIP if the company won't as it's only for him.
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 15:32
The visa really should take no time at all, and you can pay for a VIP medical service which is done in 24 hours to speed it along .. Plus it will only be a blood test this time round :)
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 15:16
Mine was never cancelled when DH changed roles. To be honest I can't even remember either company asking for it. That was two years ago mind.
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 13:58
ACE is very good and if you can wait until they have any offers on, even better :) We got all our garden furniture including a Weber BBQ at 25% off :)
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Latest post on 13 November 2014 - 10:22
I agree. A fully qualified nanny would only cook for and clean up after the children, not the rest of the household.
 
 
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