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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 11:59

A few nerves are quite normal... But longer term jitters, is this what she really wants to do? Or does that matter in this particular situation (I'm not commenting on the rights or wrongs of it just observing that this is sometimes the reality).

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Latest post on 24 September 2014 - 13:04

No no and thrice no. And it only makes one fatter too. Gluttony.

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Latest post on 24 September 2014 - 12:34

Heard nice things about Childrens garden from a couple of pals. Gentle, good language programme and nice environment. They are happy. I don't know anything about Kangaroo kids I'm afraid (good or bad). Sorry...not too much help in terms of a comparison I know.

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Latest post on 24 September 2014 - 10:50

I am looking for ladies to get together and scrap with if anyone is here in Dubai or Sharjah and are interested in setting up some crops. Let me know what supplies would we need? Nothing you couldn't get very plentifully and cheaply at Dragonmart :)

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Latest post on 24 September 2014 - 10:48

They have a little "advertising" campaign going on... I drive past it too...A lot of building work going on at that place (and did Nad Al Sheba even open...they seem not to talk about it?). Building sites + children?

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Latest post on 24 September 2014 - 10:46

I think it's GREAT that you are prepared to talk about this. It's an issue for all of us and one that's too easy to ignore or put away. I admire you greatly for this and I'm quite sure you're not a one dimensional person (though I can't dance!). The more we talk about these very real issues then the better it is. As I said before...it's come knocking...but you'll send it packing!

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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 10:22

Men have hormone issues too...and theirs cause wars. I think this lady is falling into a very dangerous trap and I wouldn't want my girls to do the same (or listen to this claptrap). Of course men and women are different, and I love that, but I'm not going to make or use any kind of excuse for being a woman as none are needed.

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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 08:16

I have some advice with kittens. Don't skimp on cat litter if it's for your villa office and they can't go in and out easily. The good stuff really really REALLY reduces the smell as they get older. Not the most cutesy post i know!

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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 08:15

A lot of people just enjoy being "the forum police". This one isn't too bad but it does happen everywhere. When I was younger this kind of thing would have bothered me a lot more but I think, like most women, i've got a lot more confident with age and now I just laugh. I read the forum for a lot longer than i chose to post, just as soon as we knew we were moving over. There is a lot that's useful here, and a lot from people who might need to get out more.

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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 08:11

We really think it's superb and the children are well supported. There is a thread under something like "new schools which opened this year" with a few other replies. The atmosphere of the place is what really makes it and I think is what the children appreciate. They have taken a little time with some routines (was week three before a levelled reading book came home for example) but compared to our previous school...it's streets ahead. In terms of support the pastoral system and the approachability of the teachers and school leadership is excellent and overall communications is excellent (there was a problem with ballet class but they sorted it out). They don't really have a special needs programme as such other than some support for G&T (though this has only just begun to get going) so if that's what your refering to you might want to talk to them about exactly how this might or might not work. We're very happy indeed and are prepared to forgive a couple of teething issues as long as they get sorted out, which so far, they have.

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Latest post on 21 September 2014 - 09:14

Very very sad news that Buckle up in the Back will be no more. Lesley wrote a status update on the facebook page, stating that with a heavy heart, she was shutting down the campaign, due to running costs, time and other reasons. I think it's shocking that there is STILL no law that states children must be strapped in, in a vehicle, use child seats etc. There is no doubt in my mind that Buckle Up has saved countless lives with the education and awareness programs. Lesley deserves much praise and thanks for all that she's done over the years. I couldn't agree more. She deserves huge praise for this and I don't doubt that she has saved lives which is something to be deeply proud of.

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Latest post on 21 September 2014 - 09:12

A great relief! As long as she doesn't turn to Harry Styles (or what ever his name is!) Wrong Direction is what they're known as in our house hold.

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Latest post on 21 September 2014 - 09:11

There also seems to be a lot more of the hyper aggresive types on the road. I was almost killed this weekend but someone overtaking on the hard shoulder and then cutting back in front... I had the children in the car and was really upset. I'm shaking thinking about it.

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Latest post on 18 September 2014 - 13:24

At least it is not a picture book. Or a pop up picture book ;-) Made my day :)

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Latest post on 18 September 2014 - 13:17

Another one for Holly...very good indeed (and my hair is awkward!)

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Latest post on 18 September 2014 - 13:16

Can't say I'm a fan either. They used it at my childrens old school but not in their current school. Can't say I miss it at all.

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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 11:09

Nord Anglia Brilliant. Standards, manners, facilities. So happy we did. Lovely kids. Lovely teachers. Lovely school and kept all promises so thumbs up from us. Kept all promises? Lol! School only started last Sunday! It's a NEW schools thread... And actually they started on the 2nd of September. On time. Ready. We're very happy.

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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:57

Thank You ladies ! I feel better n. Yes I am happy the way I am, only when friend & family call me stingy or old fashioned, I feel weird. I will definitely ignore these small things now. And good for you. Health and family..that is what money is for. Trivial branded items don't mean all that much in the end.

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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:54

was strange yesterday at home (but OK on phone) for about 2 hours...ok now though.

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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 10:51

Nord Anglia Brilliant. Standards, manners, facilities. So happy we did. Lovely kids. Lovely teachers. Lovely school and kept all promises so thumbs up from us.

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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 09:06

Oh...did they explain the incredible photography on their Kings Al Barsha website? Must have an amazing lens to pull that one off as no construction appears at all. How they got approval for that site I cannot even begin to imagine.

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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 07:56

It's nice to watch something that doesn't seem like a remake of Friends or *** in the City too! And...has no vampires in it :)

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Latest post on 17 September 2014 - 07:55

My childrens school has 18 in FS and then max 20 throughout and is a British School (Nord Anglia). We're extremely happy with it.

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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 09:28

No one's mentioned Park'n'Shop... Like the name says...you park and you shop. I've always found it easy to find a big space and i hate parking!

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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 09:27

Diverse are excellent. Two of mine have been to their camps and we also went to their big annual show...genuinely superb. They do some work in certain schools (we're lucky they come to our DD school). We do a mixture of school activities and ones that are done by groups like Diverse. I think they also do weekend sessions at their own center. Can't speak highly enough of them though.

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Latest post on 09 September 2014 - 14:58

Kinokuniya...there is nowhere else quite like it

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Latest post on 09 September 2014 - 09:26

And if they've been good...the original Hamleys...can't go wrong! I have to say the Natural History Museums and Science museums really do have some good child focussed actitivies on most of the time.

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Latest post on 08 September 2014 - 09:29

One of the little known things about stress and anxiety is that it can cause symptoms related to balance. It can even cause symptoms similar to blocked ears (like feeling under water). There symptoms are not uncommon but little commented on outside of the sphere of medicine. For you to have sudden sensations of vertigo is not at all uncommon in patients suffering chronic stress. Equally chronic stress is often commonly not "felt" as stress by the patient. It might well be that what you are suffering is not a classical "panic attack" but a closely related, and indeed overlapping, syndrome that is related to long term stress. The "Ear Issues" affect balance and lead to the feeling of spinning and disorientation. They are often but not always accompanied by back or neck pain. Massage of head/neck/scalp can help immensely but is a medium to long term solution. Equally looking into other areas of relaxation and stress relief (exercise being the best). From a Doctor I know well...

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Latest post on 08 September 2014 - 09:11

ETA i keep misreading the thread as "silent rant" edited by IzzyOnTheSeat on 07/09/2014 Oh a loud rant is always better than a silent one :)

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Latest post on 08 September 2014 - 09:10

Be careful in JVC. Some of the appartments are being rented out before being handed over fully by the developer. This can cause real problems. My advice would be to check EVERYTHING very carefully indeed.

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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 15:30

I really think a peadiatrician is the best port of call first. As others have said this is likely to be something physical more than psychological.

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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 15:25

We're actually in the same position. As I said below, new school and I'm sure the children are just settling in. We also get the daily email and find the teachers very friendly and (when not busy at main drop off and pick up times) very willing to talk. Have a quick chat if there are any concerns. I'm sure they will listen if we're talking about the same place!

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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 11:49

I think it might rather they increase them! Some very dangerous people on the roads today in the fog.

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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 10:58

How long has he been in school? If it's the first few days that will be all about establishing routines and showing them where the toilets are at that age I would guess? Young children do take a few days to learn these things and to feel safe. That's the most important thing before any teaching begins.

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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 08:19

It has come knocking and I hope you send it packing :) Thinking of you and hope that it is cured as quickly as possible.

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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 08:16

Rami at FAM properties. Honest, helpful and attentive. We have recommended to him all our friends.

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Latest post on 04 September 2014 - 13:49

Repton and Foremarke are the same thing. You should google them VERY carefully first... There are other academic British schools. Some Gems schools very good by all accounts Nord Anglia excellent though you'll be lucky to get a place Kings excellent in primary though looks like the new places will be very delayed.

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