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Latest post on 04 January 2013 - 15:09
I'm pretty sure it the next building down (white building) if you're going towards Abu Dhabi.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 22:14
I also bought 3 pairs from mirdif city centre and got me 2 sizes down. I look so good in them like I've lost a lot of weight. They are so comfy and fit like a glove. I'm really happy.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 22:04
Does anyone know if wikkid is still around? I've emailed her twice and sent a message on Facebook but no answer.
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Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 23:05
I use Falcon and Glad and no problems with either of them.
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Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 09:32
Rain and Thunder in Jumeirah
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 18:36
Hi, and welcome to the UAE :) If you get the Metro to Noor Islamic Bank metro, Safa2 Park is a lovely little park which is not too far away! Street 8A. I love this park more than the bigger Safa Park. <em>edited by LuLee on 27/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 18:25
Does anyone know what's going on in Jum-3 on Beach road? It's where many people feed the birds. There's this huge stage with seating, loud music.
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 12:03
I was in Satwa this morning and they have everything. I got my 2 year old son a t-shirt with UAE flag colors for 25aed. I got my 4 year old daughter a shirt dress with UAE flag colors for 30aed. She can wear that with leggings. Regular flags and flags for cars 5aed. Sock mirrors 15aed. Hair clips with UAE colors 5aed. They have head bands, ties, hats, bracelets. Everything you can think of they have it. Just drive down Satwa street, they have them hanging outside.
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 15:06
I was reading some of the reviews on the Pajero here. Many said it's "sluggish" the acceleration isn't good, drinks up too much fuel, road noise is noisy. Thanks everyone for your opinions. Its a SUV so it will be thirstier, and noisier, and harder to control on bends than a crossover Fuel costs will be noticeably higher than a Corolla, but the difference with the CX9 may be 30 dhs a month edited by Arch on 26/11/2012 Thank you Arch, you've been very helpful :)
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 15:04
My last three cars have been Pajeros so obviously I love them. When I got my last Pajero, like you I had 3 children under 5. It was fine when they were that age but they are now 2, 4 and 6 and we've outgrown it a bit. With the older two at school and sharing school runs I often have 4 (or more) children in the car and I don't find the back seats particularly practical. With 3 car seats in the back seat you can't get access to the boot from the side doors so you need to climb in the boot for access to the back row of seats. I find it a bit awkward, especially as I'm pregnant. It depends though, if you don't think you will be using the back row of seats very much then I'd say the Pajero is great. I've never had any problems with mine, I recently sold the one I had for when I was back in my home country - it had been going strong for about 20 years. I tried putting the third row back in and take it out, there's too many steps involved for my small brain lol. The salesman did make it look so easy, but it took me a while.
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 09:12
I was reading some of the reviews on the Pajero here. Many said it's "sluggish" the acceleration isn't good, drinks up too much fuel, road noise is noisy. Thanks everyone for your opinions. I've never found any of those things an issue. Think you'd need to drive one to decide for yourself. You're right. I'll be going later on today. Will keep those in mind when driving it.
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 09:06
I was reading some of the reviews on the Pajero here. Many said it's "sluggish" the acceleration isn't good, drinks up too much fuel, road noise is noisy. Thanks everyone for your opinions.
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 08:43
Yes I will take the Pajero for a test drive. I was there yesterday in the evening and I wasn't able to take it for a ride. Hopefully DH will come home early from work so I can do that.
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 09:25
gentle bump Are the prices at the showroom is what you see what you get sort of thing?
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 18:30
Honda Pilot, Odyssery, CRV are over AED 100,000. I would look into the Hyundai or KIA.
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 16:49
May be a silly question, but when you're at the showrooms is it a fixed price? I know they add things like free insurance for one year, add in window protection..just wondering about the price.
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 09:55
We just got a Traverse last month. We chose it over some of the others mentioned here because of space. Even with the 3rd row up, there is still a lot of trunk space. My husband is tall and fits in the 3rd row quite comfortably. Yes, it has AC vents at the back. We got ours for 108K. It is the basic model and the price includes the rear camera, side sensors, dvd player. I think without those, it was around 104K or thereabouts. edited by mumto2 on 21/11/2012 That's strange. I called to ask for a quote. She told me basic 130k and mid is 161k. Are the prices lower when you go into the showrooms? Can you negotiate? Can you tell which showroom you went to?
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 08:44
Nissan Armada is a great car. We are on our 2nd one and have never ever had a problem. That's a huge car. I'd be scared driving something like that.
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 08:43
Festival City and the exact price was 132k I'm assuming this is for the 5 seater. It's going to be a tough decision. I really want to make the right chose for my family.
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 08:42
Festival City and the exact price was 132k I'm assuming this is for the 5 seater. It's going to be a tough decision. I really want to make the right chose for my family.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 18:01
The basic Prado is 130k Can you tell me who gave you that quote? Which showroom? My budget was 100k but it seems like we'll be stretching it just a bit if I want any of the below. I would say 140k.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 16:20
Now the Ford Explorer is on the list lol. It's around the same price range as the Mazda CX9. Thanks for replying on AC vents in the back. That's a big plus. Does the Ford Explorer or the Chevy Traverse have AC vents in the 2nd row? It's going to be a busy weekend at the showrooms.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 10:13
I didn't realize the Toyoto Prado is around the same price range as the Mazda CX9. We won't be needing it for off roading, so I'm not sure if I should look into it. Aargh so hard to choose.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 09:28
Mazda CX9 for us. Its handy when you have extra passengers as well as a charm to drive and resale value is very good. Thank you, does it have AC vents in the back?
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Latest post on 19 November 2012 - 20:47
Yes, No
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Latest post on 16 November 2012 - 13:33
Other than that, I will be looking for the ribbon badges (look like a medal but with HH's portrait in the middle part) very festive I've seen these at the Union Coop on Wasl Rd first level.
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Latest post on 15 November 2012 - 14:40
My hometown is called Southbridge, Massachusetts, in the USA. It is so different to here that I can't even compare the two. same here I'm from Detroit,MI one of the most dangerous cities in the US. There really is no comparison.
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Latest post on 12 November 2012 - 15:06
This thread is 2 years old.
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 08:55
Congratulations Obama :) Yeeeeah
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Latest post on 05 November 2012 - 11:28
Anouja I was just going to ask if we should go to Alexandria or Sharm El Sheikh. I don't think we'll have time to do both but looking at those pictures Alexandria looks beautiful. I think it'll be too cold for the kiddos to swim so I think Alexandria might be a better option for us?
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Latest post on 05 November 2012 - 10:32
Thank you so much Beebers. My family and I are used to crowded markets so Khan Khalili is on the list lol. I've noted down the shop and number as well. It seems that the Luxor/Aswan Cruise is a must. I'm wondering if it's safe for the little ones. I'm still doing some more research but will come back with my itinerary and hopefully some of you can give me more advise.
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Latest post on 05 November 2012 - 09:15
Thank you so much Mohandissa, I feel much better. I'm getting excited now. Doing some research now. If anyone has any recommendations on best places to go, sites to see, hotels to stay feel free to add here please. I'm planning this trip for 10 days. Is that enough to do the main tourist attractions? I have 3 children.
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Latest post on 05 November 2012 - 08:29
Thank you so much. I've never been before. Okay will avoid Cairo. Places to see is El Gouna, Luxor and Aswan.
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 16:40
DH is making cream of chicken soup with lots of veggies!!! Daza your meal sounds v v v healthy - yum! I insisted on a veg-heavy dinner tonight since last night DH wanted a "kids meal" and made (no joke) fish fingers, chips and beans! For 2 grown adults!!:\: That sounds yum, can you share the recipe? ETA: for the soup ;) <em>edited by LuLee on 04/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 16:39
It was only for the weekend.
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Latest post on 30 October 2012 - 10:38
I'm not sure if Rachna salon uses chemicals in their henna or not.
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Latest post on 30 October 2012 - 10:34
Al Hamriya Shopping Centre is in Deira. If you want a little closer, you can go to a salon on Jumeirah Road or Al Wasl Road. Many of the salons have a henna artist or two. There is a salon on Jumeirah Beach Road called Rachna. They can try there. They can look through sample pictures of different designs and choose from them.
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Latest post on 27 October 2012 - 17:11
I love the Revlon Colorburst lipsticks. My lips are so dry and the lipsticks are so hydrating. I love them
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Latest post on 24 October 2012 - 16:27
5'10"? Mash'Allah If you find a design you like, make sure you open the package and put the dress against you and see if it's a good length. Usually the ones you have to get tailored are extra long anyway. I think for you it will be a perfect fit. I love shopping for jalabeyat. They are so beautiful and colorful. I love the detailed embroidery on the chest and wrist.
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Latest post on 24 October 2012 - 16:04
Marroosh I get all of mine from Souk Naif (2 floor story building near Naif Police Station). They have ready made and fabric with the embroidery and then get it tailored. There are so many styles/prices to choose from. If that's too far for you, there's a shop I go to called Sheikha it's in Jum-2 near Mazaya Centre. They have beautiful jalabeyat and he can tailor them for you as well. Let me know if you're interested in this shop, I can get you the exact directions. Perfect! I don't mind going to Souq Naif, there's a guy there that makes abayas for me:) I am off the whole week next week so plenty of time! What's the name of the tailor? And do you wear the Emirati style jalabeyas? edited by Marroosh on 24/10/2012 I don't know any tailors in Souk Naif tbh. I usually buy my jalabeyat from the Naif Souk (it's not the souk al wasl flower33 is talking about) and get it tailored at the Sheikha store near the Mazaya Centre. It's a fairly new building built in place of the old one which was burned down-behind Naif police station. You'll find so many stalls of jalabayet (ground flour) and you must bargain. And yes I wear the regular Emirati style jalabeyat at home sometimes and fancy ones for going out (under abaya) to a house party or for a special occasion.
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Latest post on 24 October 2012 - 15:44
Cool I just bought mine today from K-Lynn in the MOE. Very pricey but I look so good in it :)
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Latest post on 24 October 2012 - 15:38
Marroosh I get all of mine from Souk Naif (2 floor story building near Naif Police Station). They have ready made and fabric with the embroidery and then get it tailored. There are so many styles/prices to choose from. If that's too far for you, there's a shop I go to called Sheikha it's in Jum-2 near Mazaya Centre. They have beautiful jalabeyat and he can tailor them for you as well. Let me know if you're interested in this shop, I can get you the exact directions.
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Latest post on 24 October 2012 - 09:52
No school pickup for 5 days. Well it's only Thur/Sun/Mon.
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Latest post on 19 October 2012 - 23:46
OMG I'm in Jum-3 :( Was it during the day/night? I always lock doors and windows but we have these large sliding windows that I feel it can be easily opened from the outside.
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 15:14
You can find it in the Union Coop. It was kind of hidden in the oil section on bottom shelf. It comes in a large tin, green color. The brand is C.B.C pure white coconut oil. Ingredients: Pure coconut oil. It was solid when I opened it I'm pretty sure it's less than 20 dirhams for 680 grams/745ml.
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 11:00
I did my first microdermabrasion last Monday at Spaces in Oasis Centre. This month they have a 50% deal (Mondays only). So it came out to 225aed. My face felt very soft. I have another appt at the end of the month. Not sure about peels.
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Latest post on 14 October 2012 - 08:15
LOL nice one
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Latest post on 14 October 2012 - 08:06
Ah my life. Last year I worked but at the nursery my boys went to, came home cleaned up and then started dinner. They are 4 and 2, one on the way. My list consists of cleaning, grocery shopping, school runs, cooking, laundry, bath time, bedtime routine, homework if any, trying to fit in play groups for the youngest. I haven't cut or coloured my hair in over four months, alone time is getting a shower, I even keep forgetting to book my dr appointment the last two weeks. The hubby needs a good kick in the you know what when he comes home to say ' we're having that?!?' Or 'what did you do today?' Mine are 4.8, 2.7, and youngest is almost 1. My list is exactly like yours. Last week I went in for a facial and even though it was only an hour, it was the most relaxing night I had ever had in a long time. I told myself I'm going to go every month to get a facial and a massage. Before I left the salon, I already booked my next appt so I have something to look forward to. So I'm really excited about that. For years it's always been about the kids and DH that I totally forgot about myself. But now I must do something for myself to keep sane and be more happy.
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Latest post on 12 October 2012 - 22:12
Where is that store AL KABAYAL exactly ? I'm not good with directions. If you know where Hamarain Centre is, Al Kabayel is opposite the centre. You get onto Maktoum Bridge and follow Abu Hail (green sign).. Once you come out of the tunnel, get into the right lane. After the first traffic light, you'll see it on your right side. Find the first available parking or just wait for someone to get out. There aren't many parking spots.
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 14:23
Nimonemo I have an 11 month old baby who still wakes 3 to 4 times a night. I would appreciate it if you can send me a copy. My email is leeleedxb at yahoo dot com
 
 
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