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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 08:11
- How could I forget the boys who fill the car with petrol?? Oh to have that luxury again when I have three over-tired children in the car. - Someone to do my ironing and [b'>keep my floors clean[/b'> - OH YES to the late shopping. When we first came home I can't tell you the number of times I arrived at the shops after 5pm only to realise I had less than 30 mins to get everything! "Late night shopping" here is 9pm close, once a week. *raspberry* Australia is not a *dangerous* place. Certainly not where I am...but I felt safer in Dubai. All my life I've been scared of the dark and frightened to be in a house alone at night. I did not feel like that from the day I arrived in Dubai until the day I left.
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 15:10
Happening to me too and not currently using a Mac. Maybe the issue is not on your side, but EW's side... Me too...ever since the latest 'upgrade' to EW.
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 15:04
If there's no irritation, I leave it. If it's getting thick and there's any redness on the skin, I rub some olive oil on it then gently wash off at the next bath. :) same here... although when it did get thick on DD, her hair came out when it came off! Since then I just leave it. She still has a bit left (4 years old!) but I treat it with Head & Shoulders... it is, after all, of the same kind of thing as dandruff. And same again...my 4yr old still has patches of it so we've just started with Head & Shoulders.
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 15:04
Oh...and my son STILL calls it "cradle c r a p" <em>edited by Green-ish on 04/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 14:33
Just don't get caught girls...did you know is against the law to uplift sand from anywhere here? ;) Yikes...there's one rule I unknowingly broke a few times! Oh...would we have been required to return the sand that blows in on the shamal? :D
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 14:29
Until the police start patrolling and issuing heavy fines and penalties to people it will never change. Very sad world we live in unfortunately Until the police actually have the power to...
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 14:27
Completely maddening isn't it? I get far angrier about Westerners not buckling up as they've (generally) had the education on safety and more campaigns in their home countries. https://www.facebook.com/BuckleUpInTheBack Yes, generally! However... My neighbour (here in Aus) took my daughter and I out in her 'people-mover' one day. Her youngest is still legally required to be in a car seat, which she is. But for that particular seat (same as my children have) she is WAY over the weight limit for the in-built 5 point harness...which she wears clipped around her waist only! Her other three girls sat with the lap-sash belt under their arms rather than over the shoulder!!! FFS. There is NO excuse here. Her husband is head of a local ER dept for goodness sake!!! Another friend here, recently arrived from South Africa does not have car seats (as legally required) for either of her children. Her three year old sits in the front seat! I have spoken to my neighbour (refused to get in the car on the day with the girls until they wore their belts correctly) but haven't approached the SA lady yet. I will when I see her next...I couldn't stand it if something happened and I hadn't spoken up. :( <em>edited by Green-ish on 04/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 14:10
... At 38.5 you should give a Tylenol suppository... May I suggest you *could*, as opposed to *should* give a suppository? I'm a massive fan on the supp, as my middle child cannot keep oral medicines down when she has a fever. Suppositories are as safe as oral medicines when given appropriately, but they are an option to consider, not a *should*. ;) Suppositories are the fastest way to get a fever down, and at 38.5 you really *should* get it down... ...unless advised otherwise. LOL...our (wonderful) GP often said, "treat the child, not the fever". Like HAK said below, what is a 'high' fever for one child is not so 'high' for another. If my youngest develops a temp, it's usually hovering around 38.5 to 39 but she's otherwise absolutely fine. If my son gets a temp even a shade over 37.5, he is in misery and gets the Calpol straight away. Under 2 & with a temp I have always taken them to a Dr. The Drs always suggest to watch them and treat with Calpol or Nurofen (as appropriate to the cause of the temp) if the temp goes over 39 or if they becomes miserable. Yes...supp's get it down faster, but unless there is some sense of urgency (or inability to stomach anything by mouth) they are not a *must*. Here in Aus many pharmacies don't even keep supp's in stock. I got used to using them in Dubai but now have to order them in if I need them here. They are just not part of a common home treatment plan here. I did a quick survey of my friends who have children ranging from 18yrs to a few months old. Not one of them had ever administered a supp to any of their children. <em>edited by Green-ish on 04/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 13:43
If there's no irritation, I leave it. If it's getting thick and there's any redness on the skin, I rub some olive oil on it then gently wash off at the next bath. :)
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 13:42
I left a year ago and I really miss good hummus, the textile souk, Al Rigga St restaurants, wide roads with smooth surfaces & plenty of lanes to choose from, affordable petrol and my friends (but I do have a few of those here too ;) ).
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 13:16
I'm assuming it's in your contract to repair damage sm? Our first two villas had nothing in the contract and in both cases the LL said not to fix anything (on the walls) as they repaint after every tenant anyway. Our third villa (DSO nightmare) stipulated that it was all to be handed back in 'as new' condition...we spoke to the DSO rep who did a quick early inspection for us and he said all would be fine. He suggested cleaning a few scuff marks from the stairwell walls and that would do. We didn't put any holes in the walls (used those removable 3M hook thingys). So...I scrubbed that house until it shone. On moving day, it was immaculate floor to ceiling. On final inspection they claimed the whole place needed repainting. Between that and three holes in the fence (for approved shade sails) they kept our 5K deposit. Maybe ask your LL/agent what's expected (in writing??) then contract someone to do any repairs before you leave??
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 12:49
get him neutered. He is not too old :)...better for his health and your friends well being :) Lol...to be clear, I was questioning the long-term health benefits if he's already 8. :D I've only ever read studies on much younger animals. :) A fella is never too old to be 'neutered'...as I remind my husband often! lol
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 12:47
... At 38.5 you should give a Tylenol suppository... May I suggest you *could*, as opposed to *should* give a suppository? I'm a massive fan on the supp, as my middle child cannot keep oral medicines down when she has a fever. Suppositories are as safe as oral medicines when given appropriately, but they are an option to consider, not a *should*. ;)
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 12:44
Good news that he is getting better sleep DC. More sleep for you too I hope! Have you tried calculating the ibuprofen and paracetamol doses per kg? (rather than by age?) I have no idea who came up with the age ranges on these medicines, but my children have always fallen way outside of the weight range suggested for their age! Ibuprofen - 10mg per kg per dose, 6-8 hourly, max four times in 24 hours. Paracetamol - 15mg per kg per dose, 6-8 hourly, max four times in 24 hours. If a high fever is not breaking AND the child is miserable, you *can* alternate between paracetamol and ibuprofen every 2 hours...but I'd recommend checking with your paed/GP if you think this might be necessary so they can double check for other symptoms.
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 12:23
Just don't get caught girls...did you know is against the law to uplift sand from anywhere here? ;) Yikes...there's one rule I unknowingly broke a few times!
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 15:44
:))) that's a great ideea greenish. What about the sweet sand they sell in warsan..looks clean..do u think it's ok? It is 'clean' but any we used in gardening was quite 'sticky'. For a sandpit, you want sand that rubs off easily before the little ones come inside. :) Maybe go and roll a child in it at Warsan to test it out? LOL
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 15:39
Take buckets to the desert? Honestly, we refused to pay the ridiculous prices for 'play sand' AGAIN after half of it was lost to the children's games and the other half to the wind. My husband went for a drive, found a patch of clean, non-sticky sand and brought it home in buckets in the boot. :)
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 15:36
... My friend thinks that it is not fare for his age to do the operation for him ... Now, I don't know if it's too late for this 8yr old cat, but is your friend aware that there are proven health benefits for neutered animals? Aside from the risk of him 'escaping' and adding to the cat population, he may well live a longer, healthier life as a neutered boy. Perhaps she should talk to her vet about it?
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 15:31
I still don't cook with salt for the children and they don't have sweets at all. I was really an4l about it with DD to the point where I was buying biscuits sweetened with fruit juice instead of sugar and would lick the salt off a chip if she fancied trying one, but then your second child comes along and you kind of get a grip - a pinch of salt isn't going to kill them, nor is a bit of refined sugar once in a while going to instantly rot all their teeth. I know that my kids (and I, in fairness) have a healthy, balanced diet and of course I am in control of that. We don't buy crisps and biscuits so they're not around to nibble, which means that when we go out, the kids can have the tempting cookie because it's the first one they'll have had in a good few weeks! [b'> Sure, they like it and sure, they'll ask for more, or ask for an ice-cream every time they go past a stall, but there's a very simple solution for that... just say no.[/b'> Love it! Pretty much the same story here.
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 15:29
..."the only thing babies get from teething is teeth!!!"... I think any time an infant or toddler has a fever over 38 and ANY other symptom (irritable, lethargic, off food etc etc) they should be seen by a doctor. Better to be safe than sorry. How is he doing DC?
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 15:23
Beautifully written Suzy.
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 15:17
it was a breeze at hospital lol looking after a newborn and not my 2 yr old lol. This is what I'm thinking! Normally I don't get a second to sit still when he's awake so it may well be a blissful rest! .. My sister has four children (and is considering #5 :D ) and she refers to her post-birth hospital stay as her "five star holiday". For most of us, that time in hospital is the only time in that new child's life that you will ever have one-on-one time with him/her, with ZERO other distractions. No older siblings to attend to, no meals to prepare...nothing but resting and cuddling that precious new family member.
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 07:56
Thanks ladies for the quick responses, I have no clue about this pet/animal stuff. Will try to find her owners and if not, I guess we will adopt her. She's a lucky girl to have landed on your doorstep then! :) One of the lovely girls from Feline Friends once told me that even street cats can be incredibly friendly. Lol...it's almost like they know sweetness will get them in the front door, so to speak. ;) Either way, good on you for helping her, and good luck whichever way it goes.
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 07:51
Ooh, idle googling has thrown up a TimeOut article about a lego store in Ibn Battuta. Is it still there? Is it any good? It definitely closed at least 2 yrs ago, unless a new one has opened in the last 12 months??
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 17:50
My dog has just had surgery and has stitches. He is wearing one of those awful plastic Elizabethan collars. He is terrified of it! How is he supposed to sleep with that on? I have seen inflatable ones that look brilliant. Anyone got one or know where I can get one please? Fingers crossed. Thanks He'll get used to it bear. They always hate it at first...but it's a little like a child's car seat. It's there for his safety. ;)
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 17:47
hehe - DD went to bed, as normal (mummy was a bit too busy to read her a story) and by morning, she had a little brother. Sometimes it's just that simple! Same for number three for us. We moved house during the day, set the kids rooms up in the early evening, dinner, bath, bed...new baby a couple of hours later. I was very fortunate to have trusted live-in help at the time so she stayed in the house with the sleeping children and my husband was home before sunrise. I'd send your husband home to be with the little man. Let you have some precious babymoon time alone with your new little bundle of love! :D
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 17:42
I had the issue of my son waking around 10 times a night around the same as your little one too!! He also has a dummy (also given as he was sucking on his hands and making them sore) I was always replacing the dummy when I got out to him but after watching him nap in the day, I realised the dummy wasn't the issue!!!! It was the blanket he had on!!!! I dressed him warmer for bed the next night and removed the blanket completely!!! He started sleeping better again!!! Babies will always have us going up and down with our sleep!! Out of the 9.5m of his life I have probably had 6m of great nights so I can't complain! I think myself, we should all appreciate the good nights and accept the bad nights as part of the package!! Sorry for my ramble, [b'>just wanted to share this as it may not be the dummy[/b'> (as much as it seems to be) All the best and I hope you get some good sleep soon ;) You may have hit the nail on the head. As has been mentioned earlier, these tiny people go through phases that can change overnight. As soon as we get one thing sorted and get them sleeping well, they'll hit the next phase and it's all gone pear-shaped again. I would not go back to the dummy. At her very young age, she's most likely forgotten it ever existed well before now. It's been a couple of days. How are things now M1dono?
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 17:34
I would hold off as long as you can and dilute anything with plenty of water, once you start there will be no going back. Agreed, or avoid it altogether. There's no real nutritional benefit and for some toddlers, once they get a taste for what's essentially sugar-water, there may well be a battle to get them to drink water again. <em>edited by Green-ish on 02/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 17:23
We have just learned that during the operation the Vet has counted 12 SHOTS!!!! edited by Kristina_rmnv on 02/10/2011 :( Just awful.
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 13:20
It's basically one long (very long) main corridor with all of the little section 'alleyways' leading off it. Try again. You'll get the hang of it. Wear comfortable shoes, don't take impatient children and pack a lunch. ;)
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 13:01
I had very large pots with Ficus trees in them. One variety was 'nitida' (Indian laurel fig?)...can't remember what the other was. Both did really well in full sun, fed regularly and re-potted (back into the same pot) every couple of years. They can be pruned to any desired shape and remain quite thick and bushy if tip-pruned regularly. I had them in those pots for five years and I believe they are still thriving in someone else's garden now. :) NEVER plant a ficus in the ground...unless it has a good 2 acres to itself. ;)
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 12:52
Green-ish replied : The one thing I didn't buy and really wish I had is a gorgeous oud burner. If the budget had stretched, I also would have liked an Arabic lantern/light. I'm new to Dubai and have noticed the beautiful Arabic lanterns/lights already and would love to know where to buy them as well. Anybody? There is a store in Dubai Mall, downstairs near the giant candy store and aquarium somewhere, that sells GORGEOUS lights. Most likely at ridiculous prices. I loved window shopping there but never ventured in to check price tags.
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 12:50
Dragonmart is laid out in zones and in each zone you will find groups of different kinds of shops - bathroom, bedroom, lighting, office furniture, garden furniture, etc etc. This page shows you the lay-out, so you can have an idea of what you're looking at (I find it quite a long way to walk!) http://www.dragonmart.ae/OurStores.html and this is the front page, from which you can work out which shops and zones you might want to concentrate on: http://www.dragonmart.ae/ I'm sorry, don't know what's wrong with the first link, but you can get there from the second one, anyway! [b'>I'm not sure about the Chinese aspect of things, but given that many of the furniture shops seem to be Chinese owned,[/b'> you might have some luck - worth going again for a browse! edited by simpleasabc on 02/10/2011 edited by simpleasabc on 02/10/2011 Lol...isn't that the only prerequisite for having a store there? Chinese owned/operated and all imported goods from China?
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 12:49
Probably from 12 months...breastmilk (or formula) should be there main source of nutrition until 12 months. Camel milk is probably way better for your little one than cows milk. :)
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 12:47
Mattresses really do seem to be one of those "you get what you pay for" items. My children both have IKEA mattresses that were fairly inexpensive and are lasting well. Best mattresses for quality, I think are King Coil.
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 12:40
Great ideas thanks Green-ish. Do you know where the best place to buy decent quality ones? Sadly no...since I never got to go shopping for them. Some things I did buy and now treasure are an Arabic style coffee pot, a brass camel, some watercolour prints, and my beloved Sheikh & Sheikha salt and pepper shakers. :D All look totally corny and horrid in Dubai, but now that I have them home here in Aus, they are lovely little reminders of my life there. The S&P shakers give me a good giggle and remind me of a fun night on and around The Creek. :D
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 12:29
The one thing I didn't buy and really wish I had is a gorgeous oud burner. If the budget had stretched, I also would have liked an Arabic lantern/light.
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Latest post on 01 October 2011 - 16:01
I believe current recommendations are that baby wears no shoes at all until walking is well established. Once the little one is walking well (for about a month or six weeks) then specialists like Clarks & ecco make good first shoes. A very flexible sole is important. If you want something on baby's feet before walking, thin soled leather shoes are great. Something like bobux originals... http://www.bobux.co.nz/ <em>edited by Green-ish on 01/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 01 October 2011 - 15:58
Oh yes...smells that never usually bother me became absolutely stomach turning during pregnancy. Of course, there is a chance that your super sensitive nose is detecting a real problem with the AC. It probably wouldn't hurt to get someone to clean the filters thoroughly and check that all is well. :)
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Latest post on 01 October 2011 - 10:58
In theory Chocs, I agree with you 100% on not giving in to the 'bullying', but the fact remains that it's dangerous to stay in the lane of these idi*ts. Let them feel important and keep yourself safe I think.
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Latest post on 01 October 2011 - 10:56
I hear you! It's so frustrating, not to mention incredibly dangerous. Unfortunately, unless things have changed, this is legal behaviour. We may not like it, but we are expected to follow local laws/customs (?) and get out of the way if someone flashes their lights at you. Best just to take a deep breath, move over then get back into the left lane once they've passed. These arrogant gits who's journey is always WAY more important than yours (in their own tiny wee minds) are not worth getting your blood pressure up over. No this is NOT legal behaviour! It's rude, arrogant and dangerous behaviour from a person that needs to learn patience. Tail-gating and bullying is offensive behaviour and is against the law. Really? I have read many times on here that it is the law...that it stemmed from certain VIP vehicles having right of way at all times. Nevertheless, law or not, best to just get out of harms' way.
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Latest post on 01 October 2011 - 10:51
Why not have a good look online, find styles you like, draw them up and take your measurements to Dragonmart? The guys there to a good job at a tiny fraction of the price of any of the people who'll come to your home.
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Latest post on 01 October 2011 - 10:49
I hear you! It's so frustrating, not to mention incredibly dangerous. Unfortunately, unless things have changed, this is legal behaviour. We may not like it, but we are expected to follow local laws/customs (?) and get out of the way if someone flashes their lights at you. Best just to take a deep breath, move over then get back into the left lane once they've passed. These arrogant gits who's journey is always WAY more important than yours (in their own tiny wee minds) are not worth getting your blood pressure up over.
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Latest post on 30 September 2011 - 14:20
My three were all different and whatever worked for one did not necessarily work for the others. My oldest and youngest would never sleep anywhere except their own beds. My middle child would sleep anywhere, anytime. All I can suggest is to try your soothe-to-sleep routine just as you would at home. Make sure little one is fed, comfortable and ready for sleep well before he is overtired so he can drift off when he's ready...in a carrier or comfy, moving buggy.
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Latest post on 30 September 2011 - 14:17
I always feel so sorry for the kids whose Moms do not make the special assemblies and sports days. They are always the same kids, and the same reason, working mothers. I once had to miss an event as I was in hospital and DD told me afterwards that it was ok as another Mom had helped her with her stuff. I made a point of thanking that Mom and telling her why I was not there. Yes, I feel the same way too. ....please don't feel you have to feel sorry for these children when they might not feel sorry for themselves. Don't take this the wrong way, but speaking as a working mum, it feels too much like being taken on a guilt trip if I know that other people are feeling sorry for my child. It's the maternal instinct coming out though isn't it? When many children have a parent with them on these special occasions, I think it's perfectly ok to feel a little tug at the heart strings for the little ones without Mum or Dad by their side. I certainly don't think poorly of the working Mums though...it's a carefully considered choice that has been made for that family's circumstances. There's nothing to feel guilty about sugarbeach. :)
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Latest post on 30 September 2011 - 14:12
Oh you're not the only one... And TBH, I don't think we're missing out much. I've heard first hand how these mummies who later become friends b1tch n moan about eachother behind their backs. No thank you. No for me. :( How sad if that were always true. Certainly not my experience. I miss my very real, Dubai-made 'Mummy friends' every day. Novice...I like the suggestion of inviting a couple of Mums for a playdate at yours or at a local park once the weather is kinder. You just need to trust your gut when you meet these women and try to find a couple that 'feel right' for you.
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Latest post on 30 September 2011 - 14:06
... What goes around comes around. Hear! Hear! There's something special about people who go to such lengths for animals.
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Latest post on 30 September 2011 - 08:12
The Land Rover LR4 does, and you have 2 full seats in the back for when visitors come. And as Di@DXB said, one of the Volvo models has a built-in booster and is available in Dubai. ...but the built in boosters are in the middle of the window seats, not right up against the edge of the seat You would never fit two full-size car seats beside the in-built booster. (Certainly not in the wagon/estate)
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Latest post on 29 September 2011 - 14:16
We are looking at buying a car and I am wondering what cars will fit 2 cars seats and a booster seat in the back? Not the Volvo V70...unless you have very narrow car seats. We found this out the hard way!
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Latest post on 29 September 2011 - 11:17
Why are the houses in areas such as Barsha and Jumeirah that have pools etc less than what we are paying in the Meadows? I just don't understand it. There is definitely something fishy going on Because locals live there and own them. Expats can't own the freehold there so lower rates apply to suit the locals. Our bills in Mirdif (lots of locals) were only marginally lower than our much larger villa in Silicon Oasis (mostly expats). Some tenants pay housing fees in their locally owned villas, others don't. There is just no transparency and no one set of rules that seems to apply.
 
 
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The Labriz eforea spa location

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The Real Expat: Chasing Your Dreams to Find Your True Purpose