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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 11:06
Gas station ( I always said petrol station at home) I detest "Tell me" I detest even more " Tell me dear" Or Mam/Siiiir when you are stood in front of them! The reply to that is "Do i LOOK like A MAN?" I just do it back to them
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 10:51
Gas station ( I always said petrol station at home) I detest "Tell me" I detest even more " Tell me dear" Or Mam/Siiiir when you are stood in front of them!
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 10:11
Anyone know? http://www.dewa.gov.ae/maps/PaymentLocations.aspx
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 10:10
... after many, many years I have decided to come off the contraceptive pill. I've been on it too long, need to give my body a break & want to start a family soon. So ladies, I have googled the internet but all I found were horror stories of what a witch I'm going to turn into!!!! Would you mind sharing with me what you went through after you came off the pill. TIA Was on it for 22 years, no side effects whatsoever, stay away from the webiste horror stories
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 09:50
Gas station ( I always said petrol station at home) I detest "Tell me"
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 09:49
They're also very good with butter and golden syrup :D And marmite :-)
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 09:42
Does anyone know where I can buy crumpets in Dubai? Preferably the Dubai Marina end of town... Thanks! Lulu Barsha always has them :-)
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 09:20
Also; you do know that you are breaking the law if you are working without labour card (if on DH visa). Or without visa approval which they should of got before she went in for a trial run I wouldnt trust any company that does this or decide to change hours and salaries
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 09:20
Green coverup will take some of the colour out of it. Clinique do a green tinted moisturiser and a coverstick (not seen the coverstick here thou). I believe that boots do one too. And yellow coverup helps too
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 09:15
They merged with HSBC a few months ago...no Lloyds anymore! :( Argh! No! HSBC is the worst bank ever. Does Lloyds still exist overseas? Yes
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 09:14
Hi there. I am a British Nurse living in Dubai and have recently resigned from my job. I am now once again looking for Nursing work. I would preferably like to work in a clinic due to better hours. Does anyone know of any vacancies or can anyone recommend any good clinics (preferably Western) that I can apply to? Many thanks! Choice Healthcare are a good company ( Canadian i think) Have dealt with them in the past
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 09:13
My neighbors swear by Raffles they say Christamas there is more English than in England ? Hey can it be more Christmassy than England ;-) They obviously havent been to my house haha
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 09:12
There are beds inside the towers where Fitness First is at Media City Same floor as the coffee shop Clean and they have power plates on the bottom of the stand up ones lol
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 17:24
Since potty training 3 months ago DS 2.5 years has struggled with constipation every few days. It's very painful and he is in serious discomfort for about 10mins, breaking into a sweat from the effort usually. The stools are quite big. I didn't do anything initially as u read somewhere this usually happens with potty training. Any advice as to what to do? Paed told me he needs a laxative as this could lead to lifelong problems re fear of pain but I'm not sure I want to give him laxatives. Any ideas? Thanks in advance Suppositories are the best and although it isnt nice inserting them in that area they are effective and work quickly Glycerin ones are very natural and inexpensive. Fybogel is also good however good luck getting he/she to drink that as it sets very quickly ( a bit like jelly) Try the natural lazatives first, Senokot used to do a syrup, Lactulose i am not sure is for toddlers. I wouldnt keep relying on lazatives though as they can cause long term damage. May i ask what your sons diet is like? Fresh orange used to help children too.
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 17:21
Forgive the crazy link Debenhams K Lynn M&S Have you tried the sally hansen airbrush tan for legs C4 Sell it I bruise so badly and use the above
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 17:20
Xmasbaby, you mentioned in your post that you linked your mum's kindle to yours in order to share books. Can you tell me how you did this?? Would love to be sharing some Kindle books with my friends. Thanks. I bought my mum for xmas last year and it was the best thing ever! I was worried that she wouldn't make the switch but about 10 pages into the kindle book she was a convert. Its bright enough without tiring the eyes, and the font size is adjustable. I also bought the case, so that she could hold it like a book/lie down and read etc. To help with the transition, I linked her kindle with mine and downloaded a few books for her so that it was ready to go right away. I then showed her how to use it as by the time she was done the books she was a convert and was eager to learn. Since its linked to my account, whenever she downloads, I pay for it but then we're able to share the books as you can send books to up to 10 kindles if linked. She normally downloads the free books from starting up authors and sometimes I get messages where she's now downloaded 10-20 books a pop for not a cent. It was the best gift ever! Sorry to butt in but i have just done this today Plug your Kindle into your friends computer or laptop It will open up a page which says open to view files Open the documents file Copy all the files and paste to a new folder ( mark it kindle downloads) She can then plug her kindle in and paste to her Kindle documents Vice Versa for your friends Kindle I hope this makes sense The only problem i found was that i couldnt copy Amazon downloads to other people's Kindles only files i had been sent in Mobi/Epub and PDF
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 17:14
I was so impressed when I saw him at Media City, great show, total professional. This video is pretty funny. Imagine it, the chance to get your s*xy on with Usher.....and you kick him in the face. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWNFTcVi23w Haha
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 17:13
Something fell out of the cupboard on my iphone when i was cooking yesterday and has damaged my screen so i cant use it properly :( just wondeing is the new iphone out here? If so any ideas of where and price? I Phone 5 is but whether you will get a Nano sim here i do not know There isnt an awful lot of difference between the new one and the 4S Go to the little phone booths in the malls they can usually help with the screen etc
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 15:15
I am surprised KP is on so late on a school nite for the teenagers too I'm guessing it's because it's not a stand alone event so they have to work in with the event schedule as a whole. I'd love to take my six year old, she's a bit of a night owl but still not sure how she would go! I would of put them on the other way round to be honest. Usher is a bit tame here ( Has to be) although his lyrics are slightly suggestive. He was amazing live
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 15:14
Fabulous, thank you! Nor have they gone bobbly, see through or shiny haha
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 15:12
I have the regular WIFI one with 3G ( 3G is free) and don't have to be connected to the internet or WIFI to download books You don't need to be connected to read them, but surely you must have a connection to download them in the first place??? Or are you using a PC and just transferring the books over from that? edited by HereComesTheSun on 26/11/2012 Nope i can download straight to my Kindle with 3G i dont have WIFI at home or at work I only use the laptop to download free from erm illegal torrent sites ;-) <em>edited by louisedvs on 26/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 14:37
she has 3 weeks off in Dec and she's interested in any part time/full time job during her vacation she loves animals, so she would be excited to work in a shelter or vet's clinic she's also great with kids, so if any one knows of an opening in a nursery or similar, let me know please I think all people working in nurserys and who are taking care of kids have to have a nursery qualification now I hope she finds something i used to love working as a teenager
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 14:35
I think i just decided what to get my mom for christmas. You ladies are truly the best :) I do see there are quite a few different ones on Amazon though. Can you please recommend the name/model of the one everyone is describing below/you are happy with? Thanks!! I have the regular WIFI one with 3G ( 3G is free) and don't have to be connected to the internet or WIFI to download books
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 14:34
5:00 PM – Doors Open 7:30 PM – USHER Live In Concert 9:00 PM – Victory Parade with special Fireworks Display 9:30 PM – KATY PERRY Live In Concert Midnight – Curfew https://www.facebook.com/#!/DoneEvents I am surprised KP is on so late on a school nite for the teenagers too
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 14:30
Any recommendations on where to buy good leggings that don't go baggy in the wash or fade easily? Thanks. FFx New Look M&S Top Shop Have 3 from all and they have never faded or gone baggy Top Shop tend to be funky ones mind
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 12:51
Wow love this thread, Mom asked me if I wanted one for Christmas and I said no - as I love hardcopy books, so she and the family are getting me an Ipad instead .... but now I am thinking maybe I should have said yes, oh well there is always next year!! Best thing i ever bought Polly!
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 12:51
Some of circuit factories adverts can be a bit shocking, but the results you get are shockingly good, I have lost over two stone in just under three months, follow what they tell you and you will lose weight and inches! umm but some people put ethics first :) Suppose it depends if you want a gym that is "politically" correct or one who does what they claim to do.... get results :) And guess their adverts are working as people know who they are. Yep cos the Holocoust is a great marketing tool lol Would rather be fat then give my hard earned cash to a company that thinks using something that horrific is acceptable. Me too!!!
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 12:50
Looking for a good nanny cum maid for 2 months in JLT area, to take care of 2 years old babby boy and light housework. please let me know if u know anybody trustworthy! Hello you will have to use an agency otherwise it is illegal without your sponsorship
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 12:49
can you recommend it or no? is it like barasti? better/worse? timeout seems 'indifferent' so i cant get a good idea about the place. thanks ladies! Quiter nothing like Barnasti
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 11:21
Some of circuit factories adverts can be a bit shocking, but the results you get are shockingly good, I have lost over two stone in just under three months, follow what they tell you and you will lose weight and inches! umm but some people put ethics first :) Suppose it depends if you want a gym that is "politically" correct or one who does what they claim to do.... get results :) And guess their adverts are working as people know who they are. Yep cos the Holocoust is a great marketing tool lol
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 10:36
If you have the IMIE number for your phone then you can lodge it at the police station. They will inform Etisalat, and then if anyone tries to use that phone with any sim card in this country it will get flagged at Etisalat and they will inform the police of location and sim card owner details. IMEI cant trace the location of your phone.
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 10:34
Sorry, I might not have been clear... I meant that I would like to but some merchandise in the [u'>days [u'>prior [/u'>[/u'>to the event... I know that there will be opportunities to buy things when we're there.... But I was hoping that we could already be wearing our team's colours, edited by cobette on 26/11/2012 There are all sold on site therefore i dont think the shop is there prior to the games I do not know where they sell them in Dubai sorry
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 10:33
Wow DR, you are the first person I've heard of that hates their Kindle! I love mine, so does my 76 yr old neighbour, 15 yr old niece and friends of all ages. I have the 3G keyboard version so it connects even if wifi is not available (like mobile phone networks I suppose) I find it very easy to use. I have an Amazon account for buying books. You only need to be connected to browse Kindle Store and buy books, once your books are downloaded turn wifi off and the battery will last at least a month. I agree with DR they look pretty boring but there are LOTS of skins and covers for them. Hiccup, everyone around me loves there kindle and they've all been very patient with me since I got mine and started feeling murderous towards it. I can do the bit where you switch it on and buy the book, I can even start reading the book but a few pages into that ugly grey colour of screen is putting me right off what I'm reading. It makes everything I'm reading - dull dull dull. Then there's the holding of the thing in good reading position - it just doesnt work for me. If my neck is comfy, my hands and fingers arent and vice versa. Im a book lover and for me that means being able to hold a book, and not something the size of a bar of chocolate, it just doesn't feel right, in my mind its not a book. I just really cant get my head around a kindle. Oh and I know they're easy to carry around with you - but whats a big handbag for if its not for carrying around a big book. I get so angry with myself about this at times, that and the Iphone kind of things that I cant get my head around either. :D edited by DesertRose1958 on 26/11/2012 I still love books but am a Kindle convert. I can understand where you are coming from DR
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 09:20
Hi ladies, I am aware that there will be merchandise available at the 7s... I was just wondering if it's possible to buy Aussie tshirts, polos, jerseys etc prior to the event. Many thanks, cobette Yep huge merhcandise store at the 7's
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 09:19
I would Google both and it will tell you what each one has :-)
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 17:19
Any body know a GYM with fitness classes in dubai or sharja, i have tried those fitness classes before for 4 months, it is really the most effective way to loose extra wight and also to reshape ur body, any suggestions any help please ..... Core Studio in the Marina
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 16:03
Greens has pools in every building Most of the Marina and JLT buildings do too
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 15:07
Long shot I know - DH left his ipad in a taxi this morning (he was driven to Hamriya FZ in Sharjah)... if it was you or someone you know who found it, please-please let me know! Fingers crossed... Do you have I cloud as you can track it i remember reading in the newspaper of a man losing his and someone tried to keep it but they tracked it If they reset it to factory settings then you cannot trace it or if they turn off the location services. Google how to track lost Ipad there are tips on there
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 14:50
You'll definitely see a good bit of fancy dress, but most people wear pretty casual clothes. I usually go for a pair of shorts and a tank/shawl, or even a casual sundress. I think this year I may dress up a bit more than usual, but in more of a fun than smart way. I really don't ever recall thinking the dress for the Sevens was "smart". To be honest, I find it's rather messy, at least once everyone crams into the stadium at the end of the night, and I wouldn't want to wear anything nice there. Sevens isnt smart lol We are all in fancy dress should be a great day
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 14:10
does anyone know where I can get them? Saw some in Homes R Us but they had hideous pictures on them so a big no there. thanks Ikea i think, look on their website I also bought plain ones in Home centre
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 11:35
Can anyone advise me on who to contact to get my suede lounge suite professionally cleaned? I can't seem to find a company that can do it. Churchills do sofas i have used them for a material one and was shocked at the colour of the water lol Call them and ask if they do suede
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 11:33
Roots sell them in Barsha, they would cost a fortune to ship as they are very heavy The salons in Marina Mall have them in the window (only seen small bottles though) Is Roots selling the big bottles? Are you having a price idea? apparently the salons are only allowed to sell the normal sized bottles and not the huge ones. No idea sorry best to call in and ask
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 11:31
Tue, it was a real SHOW. Loved the costume changes, back drops, dancers etc. Wow, their and her body.....amazing....I am back to exercising today ;) She is tiny, considering they go on about her rear alot... It shows that the media must airbrush the pics. I loved it!
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 10:31
I am after the big shampoo bottles of L'oreal professional, can I order them and get them shipped with Shop and Ship? Oh what for a difference in prices for a shampoo on Amazon uk and .com and then strawberry online amazon UK is half price then on amazon.com. Can that be ? Where do you buy your loreal shampoo? edited by Tigerente on 25/11/2012 Roots sell them in Barsha, they would cost a fortune to ship as they are very heavy The salons in Marina Mall have them in the window (only seen small bottles though)
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 15:31
I find they only turn up if it is an early airport booking lol
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 15:13
my all time fav is toss up between Gone with the Wind and Pride and Prejudice.. as for the Kindle, just try it and you will love the convenience of it, especially here - I am totally a convert too!! for those with Kindles - do you know of any great (meaning free) sites to download pdfs or ebooks from other than Amazon? Would love to try some of these recommendations! email me on sarahdvs47atgmaildotcom i know of one
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 14:41
Reiss - you can get a suit for between 2000-3000 AED, or Ted Baker for about the same. All very stylish and great quality. I am a 14 and can struggle with some of Reiss what about Massimo Dutti
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 14:41
Thank you that's really kind but I'm still umming and ahhing about a Kindle. It would be so convenient but I do love a proper book! I did but am now a convert and it is so much cheaper :-)
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 14:27
Ozzy Osbornes is good too. Thanks louise, it's gone straight to the Book Depository wish list! It is very honest about his addictions i was shocked but a fab read Do you have a Kindle as i can send it over
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 14:26
I think Marks and Spencer is very old fashioned. Nothing stylish there!! Any other place that does big sizes that are a bit more fashionable? I get all my work dresses and jackets from M&S haha obviously i am not stylish Try Massimmo Dutti however i am not sure on their sizings
 
 
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