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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 21:12
Scandal has just got a bit boring now...... Grey;s was good - do you want me to tell you what happened? ;) Yes Scandal got a little predictable but news series seems different..........great first episode back. Grey's; simply brilliant first one back..............Oh, more twists and turns than a rollercoaster. You had better watch them! Also Our Zoo is well worth a watch and for a good chuckle Boomers.
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 21:01
You can just buy a pomee tree, they produce a few fruit a year.
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 20:21
Don't know about that, but a new company has opened in DSO, Le Solarium building, that helps with maths and works on the same theme as brain training. It may be worth a chat to the lovely ladies who run it, they appear very qualified and helpful. www.aurauae.ae 043207210 <em>edited by Lolacat on 27/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 20:17
Have you tried emailing them to yourself to see if they reduce in size automatically? Write to admin and see if they can re size them for you?
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 20:14
Hi ladies ,I am a commerce graduate and i want to work,but cant leave kids alone.Is there any way I can work from home or a part time job . There are some jobs that work from home, it is just a case of finding them! Not such an easy task! Keep watching the EW jobs page and check dubbizle frequently.
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 20:11
Yes. A qualified sham. On this I agree, there are a lot of sham qualified persons out there saying they have Masters degrees, when we all know the realities! Great choice of words lol Oh, LOL! While I agree that there are a lot of aham degree holders, LOL, I actually did mean sahm. Apple keeps correcting it to sham! edited by Londiamond on 27/09/2014 How peculiar it did not correct your spelling of self-actualisation ! It is 2014. We have had auto-correct for years, I might think one would know that a hyphen offsets autto-correct Hilarious! Sorry, I had not realised you were actually using an autocorrect! Windows operating system in 2014 does not exempt the hyphen, not that I use it but just tested to check out what you had stated (incorrectly). BTW autocorrect does not need a hyphen.
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 10:23
Yes. A qualified sham. On this I agree, there are a lot of sham qualified persons out there saying they have Masters degrees, when we all know the realities! Great choice of words lol Oh, LOL! While I agree that there are a lot of aham degree holders, LOL, I actually did mean sahm. Apple keeps correcting it to sham! edited by Londiamond on 27/09/2014 How peculiar it did not correct your spelling of self-actualisation !
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 10:16
Yes. A qualified sham. And it is hard to get back into the workplace for a lot of these ladies. CVs read as follows for many of them [b'>In those years, the degree they hold is no longer current, as market forces have changed. [/b'>This was particularly relevant to people [b'>who got their degrees before social-media became what it is.[/b'> How can an academic qualification such as a degree no longer be current? Pray tell what the lifespan of a degree is? What relevance does social media hold to academic qualifications gained? You think people see a doctor based on when social media was created? Have you not heard of experience and CPD? <em>edited by Lolacat on 27/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 07:41
The whole operation has been feel-good. Well that would depend on who you are and where you are wouldn't it? I'm not sure any war can be said to have a feel good element.
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 07:33
Tell your family to take your dog to another vet. Veterinary Hospital in AL Quoz, Nad al sheba or another one and I'm sure they will help or go back to your vets and ask them which tablets you should get from a pharmacy and dosage as the product is also used in humans.
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Latest post on 25 September 2014 - 12:36
Clear all your history and cookies and then restart your computer and see if that helps. Also run a virus/malaware check.
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Latest post on 25 September 2014 - 12:33
Thank you for your reply. I could only come at the earliest around March next year as I have no leave from work until then. But I would love to come. My plan was to find something at not an amazing pay- just something to get me out there and live on, and then whilst I am there search for something better whilst working. Do you think this would be a bad idea? My boyfriend will be working out there and he can support me if I need any help whilst I am working the lower paid job. You are coming for your boyfriend then if we cut to the chase. You need to do your research a lot better and think about your career rather than your love life. You have a good degree, use it rather than running off to some far flung land after a distant boyfriend. Why would you study such a specific subject and not use it to build a career? Here you will be competing for a legal job with ladies who have master’s degrees coming out their ears! Have you thought about the teaching profession? You really need to think about this a lot harder and think about your future.
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Latest post on 25 September 2014 - 12:26
I don’t believe a word of this, a dh gives a strange woman money without letting his wife know and then tries to blackmail him and then she is drunk muslim? Really, whatever next could possibly come out.
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Latest post on 25 September 2014 - 09:17
This is truely terrible, you must take action straight away and report this to all the authorities with photo evidence. I do hope a masive fine is placed to those who have put the lives at risk of everyone in that building.
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 23:12
yes I agree with you; people dont have to like it (the country) or the religion (Islam) or us (converts), but best if all three categories are disliked with good manners and respect. I don't care whether you are a converted christian, muslim, jewish or dogist. If I don't agree with what you've written, I'll say it. I'm a converted atheist and lean Marxist on religion. But I live here because being religious isn't a qualification for a visa.[/quote LOL I' now goggling dogist!
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 16:58
Why on earth have two posters been named in this thread? Let alone why anyone feels they have the right to discuss those posters personal lives on a public forum. It really is quite disgraceful.
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 16:08
My OH just got this travel notification from his company - Iraq As a precautionary measure in response to intensified militant activity a temporary restriction has been placed on all travel to the Kurdistan region of Iraq. Travellers to XXX projects in Iraq must check with the relevant Security Manager or Group Security prior to making any travel arrangements. Any other travel to the country will be assessed on a case by case basis and will need to be demonstrably business critical. edited by pollydxb1 on 23/09/2014 Exactly, this is the point i am making. . <em>edited by Lolacat on 23/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 12:11
Nonsense, insider info can not be posted here and the point stands that the region is changing on a daily basis therefore it is up to the company to report on security not here. Don't be so negative Lolakitty - of course EW is the fountain of all knowledge.... i mean who would think to look on the US (reactionary) or UK (far too chilled) Foreign office websites for country warnings or updates when we have EW? The mind boggles..........!
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 12:03
I really appreciate your support, he is working in MCB and in process to know the security precautions will be provided... With due respect you should be or your DH asking this information of your company security and embassy. Should your DH have any concerns then he should be bringing them up with his company. The region can change daily so expatwoman in this case is perhaps not the best place to source information. Actually given that there are clearly people on here, whose DH's are working on ground there and in the security and military, it's the 'perfect' place to get insider info. Nonsense, insider info can not be posted here and the point stands that the region is changing on a daily basis therefore it is up to the company to report on security not here.
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 11:34
Trouble is the bank are saying go to the police as it is the police whi have been paid by the card. I guess all they can do is go to them with their telephone notifications and take it from there. You have to follow procedure, it does not matter who was paid! It is a crime that needs reporting and the longer you leave it the more problems will occur for you. The police will be able to track this quickly but only if they actually know!
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 11:31
It seems to be one step forward and two steps back ... No there is no step forward! Stone age does not even hit it.
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 11:28
I really appreciate your support, he is working in MCB and in process to know the security precautions will be provided... With due respect you should be or your DH asking this information of your company security and embassy. Should your DH have any concerns then he should be bringing them up with his company. The region can change daily so expatwoman in this case is perhaps not the best place to source information.
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Latest post on 22 September 2014 - 21:25
is EW Admin deleting posts on this thread? Mine and Lolacats recent posts got deleted.. :\ I'm having a puter glitchy day!!
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Latest post on 22 September 2014 - 21:23
is EW Admin deleting posts on this thread? Mine and Lolacats recent posts got deleted.. :\ I don’t think anything that gets posted would not be said face to face nor do I feel the site is inundated by trolls. I’m astounded that posters’ would have a grievance with posters who no longer reside in country posting, how exceptionally shallow and small minded is that? Expat life for many is a transient way of life, personally I feel it is wonderful when posters pop their heads in every so often from other far flung lands. For posters who have been on this site longer than a cat’s whisker, some good times have been shared in the virtual world, and for some in the physical, why would anyone want to take that away? Perhaps the issues debated are with those who doth protest too much me thinks. <em>edited by Lolacat on 22/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 21 September 2014 - 21:06
You must be a really small family to refreeze a chicken here, the chucks are tiny!
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Latest post on 21 September 2014 - 21:05
just google and sites will come up.
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Latest post on 21 September 2014 - 21:03
try a google as this seems to come up re the Ejari?
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Latest post on 19 September 2014 - 09:28
Sense prevailed!
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Latest post on 19 September 2014 - 09:08
http://www.nidirect.gov.uk/keeping-chickens-what-you-need-to-know http://www.chickenvet.co.uk/health-and-common-diseases/egg-laying-issues/index.aspx These two links may help you re health issues you should be aware of.
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Latest post on 19 September 2014 - 09:04
thanks for everyone's experiences and remarks. I find the whole identity thing weird these days and a bit surprising that you have to live in the land for three years to qualify as its citizen, then I do appreciate the comment from micdoc that if you haven't paid taxes there for years why should you reap the benefits. Thanks again for your experience You can live there and never have even been employed, let alone pay tax and reap the benefits!
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Latest post on 19 September 2014 - 09:00
It looks like a NO ------------Sense hopefully has prevailed
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Latest post on 18 September 2014 - 09:22
Delighted with NAS, a huge departure from our old school and the atmosphere is brilliant. There are no car park screaming matches, no scaffolding to walk around and every member of staff seems genuinely happy to be there! I finally feel like I am getting value for money and our presence is valued, not taken for granted. Good feedback NM, were you at a prestigious school previously? DO they set or have T&G? How are you finding the academics in comparision?
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Latest post on 18 September 2014 - 09:20
If they are older maybe look at a taxi service? Have you written to the school stating how much of a problem it is or are they on a wait list?
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 11:09
Yes IF you have an ipad with a sim card in it. Argh the font of all knowledge! Thanks Izzy that makes sense.
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:45
I looked in app store and i can not seem to find it even if i change it to Iphone apps.
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:41
All the time and never had any issues to PO Box address. Just make sure your telephone number is added to the address or on the packet so you can be called if it arrives at the Central post office.
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:30
You need to beat it outside and hang it in the shade for a day or two in fresh air. (the carpet) <em>edited by Lolacat on 17/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:24
Funny I read this and had to respond… I recently visited Dr Ewan and thought similar about his office staff! Although he’s a brilliant doctor. So be ware of the not so friendly rest of the office! I thought he was a bit odd, no? He is a ENT specialist /surgeon and a brilliant one at that. <em>edited by Lolacat on 17/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:11
Get an agency maid in for a day and ask them to teach BOTH of you how to iron!! Try Homesafe or housekeeping and speak to manager about your issue. <em>edited by Lolacat on 17/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:07
It's no problem, i'm sure there are many on here who could help you spend your money!!
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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 21:04
What a great idea for teens, please post if you find anything.
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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 21:02
DESC will be the closest and best.
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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 13:24
MMM Oh that's awful, I see where you are coming from now. Have you looked at Hydrotherapy or physiotherapy specific to your needs? This may be more beneficial, esp if there is a massage element. Or even gentle swimming? There is Up and Running on AL Wasal road, they have a full range of treatments and specialists who may be able to suggest a plan of action to help mobility. <em>edited by Lolacat on 16/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 11:16
http://www.theguardian.com/science/2013/jul/26/acupuncture-sceptics-proof-effective-nhs "It is disappointing that patients are encouraged to try acupuncture for conditions where there is painfully weak evidence of benefit, but the real danger is that this is the thin end of the wedge," he says. "Patients are steered toward therapists who may be acting irresponsibly. Some acupuncturists make a series of absurd claims, claiming to treat everything from hay fever to depression, infertility, tinnitus and 'children's health'. Such acupuncturists," he says, "offer nothing more than hope in exchange for a great deal of cash."
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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 10:23
Vivienne Westwood doesn't even have a Scottish bone in her body (DM quote) and yet has the cheek to say she hates England!!!!!! Well Ms Westwood go live somewhere else!!!!!! The whole thing is now become laughable! ;) edited by Nomad on 15/09/2014 Sorry i meant has not is...........arh
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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 10:21
You could try Sharaf DG, they have a service centre in their Times Sq branch who i have found to be excellent and cost effective at repairs for many brands of laptop. Perhaps call them and ask for a quote or take it in and have a chat with them?
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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 10:14
Acupuncture for certain issues has been proven in the medical world to be beneficial, not every time but a % increase that cannot hurt and is worth a try (dependent on condition). However your post states you have an undiagnosed auto immune disease and from what I am reading you are trying to rectify this via diet and alternative medicine. I would urge you to be very very cautious going down the alternative route and urge you to find a diagnosis via scientifically based medicine and with that information find out which treatments are available. I have over the years lost too many friends now who have followed the alternative route either due to desperation or some belief that alternative medicine could cure and would be a better choice than scientifically based medicine. The terribly sad part is that of course none worked, one friend would have survived and not left three small children motherless had she treated her breast cancer conventionally rather than choosing alternative medicine. The cost of alternative medicine is outrageously high and often performed by people who have no formal medical training. So I would be very careful in where you source your acupuncture and research thoroughly as to whether it has actually any benefit in treating your undiagnosed condition and that you are not just throwing money away for something that may have absolutely no benefit whatsoever. <em>edited by Lolacat on 16/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 15 September 2014 - 20:28
I have a complete phobia about getting symptoms to be honest and I guarantee I would get symptoms on the most inconvenient times i.e. in the middle of the night!!. Do all chemists stock Canestan and sell it over the counter does anyone know? Or do they only sell it based on a doctors prescription? Remember only too well traipsing to Tesco's back in the UK at 2am to go and get some!! Horrible!! LOL, yes you can buy over the counter and generic versions that do the same job.
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Latest post on 15 September 2014 - 20:25
No lolacat, I don't have any trouble understanding peoples concerns it's a worrying time for everyone, wither you live in Scotland or have friends or family living there. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, I just take exception to some peoples ignorant, self indulgent & downright rude comments! How on earth can a comment be self indulgent? Everyone is entitled to an opinion as long as they don't disagree with yours perhaps?
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Latest post on 15 September 2014 - 20:21
Vivienne Westwood doesn't even have a Scottish bone in her body (DM quote) and yet has the cheek to say she hates England!!!!!! Well Ms Westwood go live somewhere else!!!!!! The whole thing is now become laughable!