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Latest post on 19 October 2011 - 07:22
I would NEVAH do that unless I am vacationing on an island and the fish are in the ocean. I feel sorry for the poor fish....ew! ew! ewwww! (no pun intended...)
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 16:15
Looks like they are approved but looking for a partner! http://www.thecheesecakefactory.com/aboutUs/International+Global+Development/International+Global+Development <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 17/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 16:14
Not sure if its true( saw in another post on EW) but did you know that caribou coffee shops sell cheesecake factory cheesecakes but only a few flavours??? !!
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 16:03
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 16:02
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 16:00
I just realized this article is dated Jan 25, 2011. This isn't recent news. But it mentions the store will be open by the end of 2011.
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 15:39
I never have to keep logging in. Once in, I can stay logged in for ages and ages. Could it be down to the browsers you are using? I use chrome and it doesn't log me out for hours! I use Chrome and get logged out every 30 mins or so. My average is also 30 mins.
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 15:37
(4th login today) I use Chrome....just checked and couldn't find anywhere on settings that we can change this.. <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 17/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 09:13
let's "aye" this thing !
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 08:35
Hi wonderful and beautiful moderators :D Could you please increase the time allocated for us to be logged in? It is VERY frustrating to have to re-login to send a reply every few minutes! I usually give up after the second re-login! So annoying! (Ladies, if you agree with me, say "aye". ) <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 17/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 08:26
Who GIFTS a wooden ashtray?:D.....? <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 17/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 08:24
http://www.penscorner.com/index.htm http://www.atninfo.com/details.html?selCriteria=company&val=168029&textName=LAMY theres more if you google "Lamy Dubai"....
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 21:26
ditto LOL
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 20:45
Mom of twins....I agree with just about everything you say...except. (theres always an except, hey?) I do not believe at all with talking about when the child goes home...we are HERE, this is our HOME. Where we are, is where we belong...letting the kids fantasize about what their rooms will be like at home seems cruel....let them have the rooms of their dreams, if neccesary, here. Well we ARE going back home and they will have their old rooms back (revamped as they like..). Just different situation for us. Besides, they already have the rooms they wanted here as well....I don't see why they can't have fond memories of home and look forward to going back... edited by MomOfTwins on 16/10/2011 Sure, it can be a different situation... I guess I just like the idea of our small people enjoying where they are...not forever looking forward to something (in the case of relocation home...years in advance...), or looking back at it either. A fond memory is one thing, a longing for a certain unatainable something is quite another. edited by arohadxb on 16/10/2011 See, we have been expats since they were born. We never spent more than 3 years in one location but this time we decided to keep our house, so we are definitely going back home to that same location. All the other years they have been too young to understand. But now they want to talk about it, and we keep this communication open and let them express how they feel. That's why we all look forward to go back "home" and we like to make plans for it. We keep them involved in the process, it's OK to miss it. That doesn't mean they don't like it here, they do, but they do still miss home, it's too recent, they've only been less than three months here..so we have to hold on to what they call "home' for now, if I see they feel comfortable talking about it, then I will try my best to blend both places as they become more comfortable here.....I can't say to them they will never go back, if they know they will..... and they miss their friends and family......I can;t say to them home is only here, but slowly show them home is where we all are, together - no matter where. You can't teach that to a 7 year old, but you can help them figure it out......sorry I blabber too much, I am no expert, just trying to do my best....sorry to hijack the post. <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 16/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 19:40
Mom of twins....I agree with just about everything you say...except. (theres always an except, hey?) I do not believe at all with talking about when the child goes home...we are HERE, this is our HOME. Where we are, is where we belong...letting the kids fantasize about what their rooms will be like at home seems cruel....let them have the rooms of their dreams, if neccesary, here. Well we ARE going back home and they will have their old rooms back (revamped as they like..). Just different situation for us. Besides, they already have the rooms they wanted here as well....I don't see why they can't have fond memories of home and look forward to going back... <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 16/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 16:40
Thank you all!
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 15:19
Thank you, do I need an appointment?
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 13:52
Here's a mother of TWO seven year olds, boy and girl, to back up what everyone here is saying. To my luck this happened exactly when we decided to relocate to Dubai, so I assumed this behavior was connected to the fact they left behind their school friends, our home, etc. I've had both emotional surges coming in at the same time. My daughter, who is the most self confident and expressive of the two, decided to channel everything on the fact that she hated me, I am the worst mommy in the world, etc. - the smallest of acts would trigger this ( the skittles example is one of them, it happened to me!) My son, who was the sweetest most caring boy suddenly started to slap my b** in public. I do not hit them, my husband does not hit me, there is no such exposure to violence at our home. Then it escalated to comparing himself to his sister ( which is common with twins) saying "she does this and that better than me, I am bad" to the point where once he told me once, out of the blue, "I wanna kill myself". This all happend in the past three months alone, and it's now starting to become normal again. They seem to have found a comfortable spot where they can coexist with these emotions and deal with them. No need to say that me and my husband have spent countless hours talking to them and reinforcing how special they are to our lives. We have used all ways we can possibly cope with this, from talking to relatives online, to writing emails to cousins, to looking at baby pictures and videos we have saved on our computers. I printed a truckload of photos of their last year back home and we play together to make plans of what colors they want their old bedrooms painted when we go back, or how many friends are we visiting. We try to make the connection between here and their known environment. It seems to be working. Last night my daughter was asking about Christmas trees, then she thought "Rudolph", a stuffed raindeer they got from Santa, got lost in the move. I told her Rudolph was safe and sound in a special box mommy made for him and he couldn't wait to see her again. She was happy with my story and seems to feel comfortable more and more with the idea that we have our home to go back to. Just wanted to bring this up as the OP didn't mention it, how long have you been here? Might be a good idea to bring up the fact that he might be missing someone and is frustrated about it.
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Latest post on 14 October 2011 - 22:47
Also try binders instead of notebooks, main binder stays home and notes from that day are transferred to it when he gets home. All he takes to school is a pad to take notes and loose pages ( or the notepad type with holes in it)
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 16:25
Try Dr. Sabrina at http://www.kamiliapolyclinic.com/ , I am taking my son there too!!!!
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 08:59
Someone said to me quite a few years ago that funerals are for the living, not for the dead. Made sense to me, as I'm certain the person who has passed does not care one way or the other if you attend their funeral, they know how you feel about them either way (at least that's how I see it). So for me, I would focus on the people still here, as it's all really for those left behind. In the end, would it affect your life significantly if you didn't go? If so, then do it - if not, then rethink it. Would it hurt the aunt, or make her feel bad if you weren't there? If so, then definitely go. I wouldn't worry too much about your ex-DH, he made his decisions, and he wasn't the poor guy dumped for no reason. If you really aren't going to see him, then don't worry if anyone else thinks you are. I would just keep my distance. When my DH's sister died, two of his ex-girlfriends came to the funeral. I know, not quite the same as an ex-wife, but still awkward. But he and his sister were close in age, and had a lot of mutual friends, and being that she passed before 40, it was quite traumatic to a lot of people. Was it uncomfortable that they were there? Yes, a bit. But they didn't hang out with DH or myself, they said hello, paid their respects, and then went on their way. I don't think that they did anything wrong by showing up. And I'm sure my MIL appreciated every single person that came to the funeral that day, as for her, it gave her some comfort to know that every person who showed up cared about her daughter, that her daughter meant something to others as well. Only you know yourself and everyone involved, so follow your heart, and do what you think is right. It doesn't matter what the rest of us think. ditto.
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 08:40
Liam Skyler
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:57
I'd be livid if my DH's ex-wife showed up at a family funeral. It would be humilitating for her as it would seem she still wanted to be with my DH and I wouldn't make it easy for her. I'm the wife now and if she loved his family so much, she shouldn't have let him go. I feel the exact same way. And it happened to me before. ( I was the new wife).
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:56
I dunno, maybe it's just me. I always think that whatever action that is done during a funeral will affect more the family and friends who are there than the person who died..... and I'd hate the idea that I could cause any sort of discomfort to anyone, especially during a funeral...... I rather be present during someone's life when they're still alive....dunno if it makes sense....
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:33
Also these options http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=141078
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:25
Robeez all the way, babey....www.robeez.com
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:19
I also can't stand cabbage so I am using the soup recipe and replacing it with Kale (spring greens) which is delicious and I love it. Here's the link to the diet in case anyone wants to join in.... http://www.iimahd.ernet.in/~jajoo/gmdiet.html
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:16
Coral Al Khoory in Al Barsha is centrally located, walk distance to metro and MOE, groceries restaurants and services, stayed there on our first weeks here. They have pool, sauna and gym at the top. http://www.coral-alkhoory.com/
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:11
easy, I love Kale so I am replacing it! This is going to be piece of cak.......canteloupe. :D
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:11
I'll post the soup recipe here.
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:07
EW should hire us all to be Expat Ambassadors .... SD began her search for a brand new friend with a plea - would it be solved by day-end the search party was launched, DHs were involved would this mystery ever be solved? Lo and behold, the power of expat ladies the friend was found, no ifs buts or maybes now they are united! their future awaits! a lifetime of cups of tea and playdates! A happy ending. We love it, we do Just see the power of EW and with that we shall leave them to get on with their lives and us too, because we want to survive... ;)
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 12:00
I have Du -get bad reception downstairs and good reception upstairs. I get zero reception by the stairs downstairs. Hubby has Etisalat and he talks everywhere. <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 10/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 11:58
If there IS actually a get together to celebrate this, I'll definitely bring a heart shaped cake!......diet :) )
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 11:56
Thank ...( chomp pineapple)...you...(chomp orange)......I have placed all my bets on this diet cause i love fruits, I love vegetables and I am an idiot for not having tried this seven years ago when I gave birth!
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 11:41
Thank you!!!!
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 11:26
Sniff.....Can I be your friend too? :') (wiping tears off)
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 11:24
Thank you ladies. Unfortunately, the like-it or lump it approach doesn't work on mine either.....god knows where she got her stubborn streak from..... From 6months 'til she was a toddler, I was happily cooking my way through the Annabel Carmel meal planner book, religiously freezing cubes and labelling portions for the freezer, and she used to eat it all....my point being that even though she was given a good varied diet from since weaning, she still became a fussy eater...which is not what is supposed to happen according to the books.....And in the last year she has become even more fussy until recently when she had a wake up call and had to go to hospital as an indirect result. Anyway, managed to find some Amazing Grass Superfoods chocolate flavoured powder in Dubai Mall and will mix that into her milk drink plus whatever good stuff (manuka honey, banana etc.) I can manage to sneak in, which she will still drink/eat....I'll look into the other brands suggested here. edited by Sugarbeach on 10/10/2011 High five! Same thing here. My DD would eat Kale and spinach leaves as a baby, and now, I can't even mention the word "green" at the table. I guess I'm buying her yellow glasses to wear at dinner time :D ( hey, it might work!!!!)
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 11:22
Better fresh when you can, but frozen are the second best option! Just thaw them up and offer pureed or mixed up with oatmeal or in a smoothie...:) Organic are always better especially when it comes to berries. BTW what kind of berries can't you find here?? I've seen almost every kind of fresh berry for sale here..... BTW2 (to Sugarbeach), what is "Manuka Honey" good for? Or is it just another type of honey? BTW3 (to all) remember NOT to offer honey to babies younger than 1 year old ( not even the pasteurized version!) <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 10/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 11:02
Hello ladies, could anyone give me a range of hourly rates to teach at university level????(technology related) Thanks!!
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 10:44
Quick tip, make a list of what you are sending everyday, helps wonders to remember what to buy on your next grocery shopping trip. My daughter is a picky eater - no mayo no tuna no sandwiches no vegs no cereal no granola bars no juice no yogurt......AAAAAAAAAAAAAAARGH! On the other hand, my son would eat the bag if it was eatable. God works in mysterious ways....LOL Here's my list boiled egg baby carrots cucumber sticks celery sticks cheese sticks (my son likes dip so I send ranch dressing in a small leak proof container) any meat, cold, cut in sticks (chicken, turkey, steak...) noodles with a drizzle of olive oil - Penne, Fusili Tricolore... Yogurt croissant fruits: apple, banana. strawberry, pear, plum, grapes(seedless) <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 10/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 10:24
I definitely would not go, there are other nice, touching and meaningful ways (flowers, cards, donations to charity in the deceased's name, etc) to pay respects to ALL present in the funeral, not just to the deceased. I most prefer not having a "she shouldn't be here" as opposed to a "Very commendable of her for sending flowers". I've seen ex wives in funerals making it a "social event", trying to catch up for the lost time in the family, mostly because people who haven't seen her for a long time try to be nice and talk to her. Not saying you would do that, I believe you would try to keep a low profile as you said, but you can be respectful by not being intrusive, it's much more noble. Just my two fils. :D
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Latest post on 09 October 2011 - 12:00
NEVAH! Not even for 1000%.
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Latest post on 07 October 2011 - 20:12
I have two more spots to add to that :) The Family and Friends center in the Marina is having a best dressed competition and halloween party on the 19th (I believe), for only 40 dirhams. They have time slots of 3-4 pm and 4-5 pm that you must register for. The Potery Barn Kids at the Dubai Mall is also having a free Halloween party on the 15th that you just need to sign up for. That's great!!! Thanks!!!
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 09:56
Hi there....we came from Halifax and we love it there! Are you Canadian? email me : scotiacad at gmail dot com
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 11:51
Hey Rebecca, they just played a couple days ago in Rio de Janeiro at "Rock in Rio" ..here's a glimpse of it http://youtu.be/wiPN9mtgbVs and one more..... scroll to 6:00......http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtDrzUEykCU&feature=colike <em>edited by MomOfTwins on 02/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 29 September 2011 - 20:46
Oh my gosh the same thing just happened to me today..... there were FIVE men crossing and I stopped behind the give way/pedestrian/crosswalk line waiting for them to cross - the idiot behind me honked like a maniac, then ALL the guys stared at ME thinking I did that!!! Ridiculous!!!
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Latest post on 29 September 2011 - 13:23
OMG I love this thread....[url=http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php'>[img'>http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-forum/rotfl.gif[/img'>[/url'>
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Latest post on 29 September 2011 - 09:04
How old is he?
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Latest post on 29 September 2011 - 08:25
Hello, I have twins on Year 3 at GEMS Wellington Academy in Silicon Oasis. Have nothing but fantastic comments about this school so far. Two weeks ago my son's teacher mentioned there were 3 spots available in his class, and I know my daughter's class is also not full, so you have a chance there. It is a bit far but so worth it, and they have great bus service too. Contact Mrs. Achini Medagoda directly at achini.m_wso (at) gemsedu (dot) com or you can call 971-4-342-4040. Just tell her you were recommended by the twin's mom from Year 3. Their fees there are also so much better, around 38K!!!! Good luck!!!!
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Latest post on 28 September 2011 - 23:11
I have the same problem from time to time, but just continue to switch the pump on and off repeatedly (usually counting to 10 between switching off andback on again) until I get the pressure rising again. I have to watch it for a minute or so to check the pressure doesn't drop again. If it does I start over again. I have had the maintainence guys out repeatedly but as it's an intermmittant fault they can seem to sort it :-( Thank you...will try that tomorrow.....
 
 
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