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Mother Inferior.

Mother Inferior.
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Latest post on 09 July 2013 - 13:29
Speak to Kellie - she's amazing! great media contacts and really does go that extra mile. She's thorough, hard working and a very very good egg and really easy to deal with. Her company is Mamamedia Check out her facebook page for Mamamedia https://www.facebook.com/mamamedia Thanks :) With regards to websites - it's a bit of a minefield - a home made template might not necessarily be the look you are after. nor have the time to do it yourself. I like six.com for templates, they don't 'look DIY' if that makes sense. Am also very happy to advise on this as it's a personal bugbear. a lot of local 'web design' companies over charge for what can be done much cheaper these days. MANY good websites are based on premium wordpress themes for example - customised graphically - this always the advantage then of being easy to maintain and update. I am also assuming that you just need a functional 'information' site for your business rather than e-commerce , payment portals etc. You can get a very good looking customised WP theme site for approx AED 2000
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Latest post on 19 August 2012 - 20:09
There is more than one company in the UAe who do wall decals, and one that does them to you own design. Google Taki Wall, Wall tastic & E-walls ( yes really :) :)
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Latest post on 19 August 2012 - 18:56
You might be right about Cygnet! It was 2 years ago after all - If you can get hold of them, would still recommend :)
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Latest post on 19 August 2012 - 16:44
We had our Type 9 in Savannah modified with an office built in the void above the front door - back in 2009 - I heartily recommend David Taylor , Cygnet - 050 650 2079 - A British owned business, and he will be able to talk you through all the regs too. The price was surprisingly reasonable too IIRC and not too much 'hassle' living with the works. Give him a call!
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 11:17
I always use Veesham [email protected] OR there is dulsco in Media City - one in BBC Building and one on the side of Media One Hotel - I think these guys turn them around in hours. HTH
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Latest post on 15 December 2011 - 22:07
MI, are you back in DUbai? Welcome back! :) Am in DXB almost every month for work, but not permanently, sadly.
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Latest post on 15 December 2011 - 22:06
Is it a family cycle or just kids at 9.30? Hiya, it's just kids at 9.30 - 5-15 years, am sure mums and Dads won't be turned away though :)
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Latest post on 15 December 2011 - 11:44
Yes, it's the kids part of the Dubai 92 Spinneys cycling event - they have improved the family part of the day with jumping castles and activities etc. I'm going with the guys from Desert Chill Ice Cream as they are trying to get a gang of kids together for the kids challenge at 9.30 andd I know the kids get medals and a Desert Chill goodie bag for participating.
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 15:12
DesertedBeach - if you are who I think you are - Oh no! I had a lovely project I wanted to talk to you about - but I wouldn't be able to sustain your stay financially.... :( :( All over the developed world you would be beating job offers off with a sh*tty stick!!
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Latest post on 20 September 2011 - 00:43
Thanks - very mixed reviews online - it's for business, spending so little time in the room usually, thought would save some cash!
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Latest post on 19 September 2011 - 23:22
It's on the 'main' waterfront towards the Intercontinental, so I would definitely park near the M&S side of Festival centre parking
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Latest post on 16 August 2011 - 21:28
Would never buy in Dubai again. Of course, I am slightly bitter that I bought at the height of the market as it was cheaper than renting then and my AR Villa is probably worth 1.6 Million less than I paid for it - but that's not the reason! Still over-priced compared to rest of the world with regards to quality and value - and all the reasons laid out below...
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Latest post on 16 August 2011 - 21:21
shaf....did you ever find an answer to your license query for home small business? is one needed? ta Of course - you are trading, so you will need a license.
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Latest post on 16 August 2011 - 21:17
No implications really. many people (property owners mainly) set up 'businesses' a s a means to a residential visa. DMC freelance licenses cost an absolute arm and a leg . Cheapest options come in at the equivalent of approx AED 40, 000 a year (inc. a visa) <em>edited by Mother Inferior. on 16/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 July 2011 - 21:20
it looks ever so cute though (and yellow) :)
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Latest post on 17 July 2011 - 21:19
The only ones I can think of off the top of my head are the Saheel / Savannah ones in Arabian Ranches, but they are more like AED 180K, so that's not much use for you. Can't think of any other community types that have a garage only the huge expensive ones. There will probably be some non-community ones, but that would mean driving around the areas you are interested in and looking for 'to rent' signs on houses with garages... good luck with your search! Yes, Savannah *start* at 180k - just rented my 3 bed out for quite a bit more than that too. Remember, *all* the Ranches houses that have Garage doors on have been put there after handover, *so*, and of course it wouldn't be ideal, if you found the perfect place for you without one, you could always put one in yourself? Landlord might even help with cost..
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 23:45
Maybe people who tweet should be called 'tw**ts? yup, the polite one has a 'i' in it though, the accurate one, an 'a' Love twitter, not for all I'm sure, but it brightens my day with it's news and views..
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 22:46
It's weird as it *is* addictive , but it acts a bit like my 'water cooler' I guess, i don't spend that much time around other adults in a working week etc, love some of the wittier journalists, and 'ordinary people' - have a lot of great banter on there as a rule..
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 22:36
Do you Write about Dubai Mother Inferior? certainly do :)
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 22:21
Oooohh Mother Inferior what's your job and how do I get one?! :D Contrary to 'popular' belief, I have 12 years experience that leads me to be able to put 'd*cking about on the internet' on my CV :) :) In all seriousness though, my industry is very much online these days - Marketing/PR/Journalism/Events ex-set-errraaa :)
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 22:17
I had it for 2.5 years until wanted to fall pregnant again - no problem whatsoever..
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 22:13
I love Keith Chegwin! Funny and he actually replies to tweets! ****** hilarious actually! Lesley, you *should* tweet more - but then you have alife :), But then, so do *I* - hmmmm excuses excuses - I *do* get paid to be online most of the day at least *lol*
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Latest post on 21 June 2011 - 13:48
Cove Rotana at RAK is lovely, you feel a million miles away from DXB, and about at hours drive. Beautiful location and set up
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Latest post on 21 June 2011 - 12:58
I think it depends on the place/area/location. I am a LandLord, so of course I have a vested interest, but The Springs example below is a good one.. i thinks it's all about individual properties and areas, certainly for villa's apartments, you should be naming your own price methinks.
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Latest post on 21 June 2011 - 12:35
Hard to say - I don't think there is any fluctuation to be honest, as it's a very popular time for people to be looking/moving/moving over. I can't comment on the rest of the market, but we are re-letting our's currently and have gotten in touch with an agent this week, and it has been 'valued' at more than last year for rental
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Latest post on 21 June 2011 - 12:33
Hi there, we had to 'fix' the motor etc on our Amaar garage Door last year for our tenant. I will check with my husband who did it and let you know. It wasn't cheap! you can't get new keys without a new lock etc.. will let you know.
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 15:36
Have a house on Savannah, and due to it's proximity to exits (both ways) no problems at all
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 14:44
Thank you MI, do you use them for maintenance as well? yes.
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 13:42
It's been 2 years but Dave of Pools by Design is great to work with/communicate etc - would reccomend.
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 20:15
Well exactly SM, I am not around here much these days, but it had crossed my mind where dear old puds had got to :)
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 19:49
We use Those Pool Guys. Think its around 300 per month for twice a week. Comes out of UK bank account every month so don't notice it. Found them helpful on the phone and when we had a leak they helped sort it out for us, Also stopped paying at there suggestion for the month it was being fixed since they couldn't do any maintanance. that sounds about a good deal though, Ours is via Pools by Design , who are *great* , owner lives on Ranches, but I think it costs a lot more than that.
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 19:33
Can't believe you are leaving us. I still remember on my first post on schools, yourself, Spongemoney and Smokey Seven (now Boomerang in her nth EW life) were the first EWs to respond when I was tearing my hair out. Congratulations to your DH, all the best, have fun in your new adventures and enjoy the pretty countryside.:) edited by Sugarbeach on 08/06/2011 Seriously! It's taken Claire to leave Dubai for me to find out who ol' Smokey Jo is these days!
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 16:29
Well, going with current market rate at the mo - haven't started marketing it yet though, it's a gorge house AED 220k MotherInferior, is it a 3 bed or a 4 bed? I´ll actually be in the Ranches tomorrow to view some properties... any chance to have a quick look? Thanks Hi there, it's a type 9 - which is traditionally a 3 bed, but it has an emaar approved 4th room - I used it as my office, it would be the equivalent of a 'box bedroom'
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 15:20
Right. Stop it you lot. Stop wishing her well and congratulating her and ENCOURAGING her!!!! Oh Claire. Oh Claire. Oh Claire. Dubai will be sad without you. Janesul will be sad without you. You were my very first contact when I reached out for advice 3 years ago and you've been my stalwart friend ever since. Never once have I felt that I couldn't ask you for something and you've been the very first person that I go to for advice about anything. You've had a thoroughly awful 12 months and you've borne your grief with dignity and resolve and never once has it threatened to break your spirit. I don't need to tell you how much our family will miss yours. I know that your return to the Motherland will be an enormous success and our loss is definitely their gain. Some people brighten up the world wherever they are and you are one of those special people. Looking forward to many more adventures together - forever friends never really go far away do they? Bottoms Up Mrs Dubai :D Wot she said :) :) *but at least I've got *one* friend in my own country now :) xxxx*
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 23:16
Gold & Diamond Park - the famous Caras has a really extensive collection - about 30pc less than UK prices. Are they the real Pandora charms? yes. My office is above there, so am in regularly :) the back part of the smaller Cara store is Pandora branded
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 20:16
Is there a Pandora shop or anywheer to buy Pandora in Dubai? Mercato, Mirdiff CC, Festival City (kiosk) and Marina Mall all have new Pandora stores as well as selling them via Cara at G&D park edited to add; Just realise this is an old tyhread and I had responded previously *lol* The stores are very new, i met their marketing dept recently. <em>edited by Mother Inferior. on 30/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 18:54
Well, going with current market rate at the mo - haven't started marketing it yet though, it's a gorge house AED 220k
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 18:43
DH, our 3 girls and I are all mad Reading fans. We're watching it in Boston bar tomorrow night. Kick-off 6pm. Come on you Royals! wonder if I know your Hubby! When it comes to football, are you all like a Dog with a ..... :) :)
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 18:42
what is your budget? My Savannah type 9 with extra bed/study and pool etc is available from mid July :)
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Latest post on 26 May 2011 - 21:34
I know it's coming the other direction, but I shuttle between Manchester and Dubai quite a lot at the moment, and have to book quite last minute. For fying over Easter weekend, EK were quoting nearly AED 7000 !!!!for the fortnight previously. Before I booked an indirect flight 2 days before, I thought I'd check again - got it at £600 , so EK it was...
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Latest post on 26 May 2011 - 02:41
Thanks plum2, had ruled out AR because was told it was too far out so will now include. Can't remember from my look-see visit, do you have to go anywhere near Sheik Zayed Road? Would love more details on the house in Savannah. There doesn't appear to be too many photos on Dubizzle. Are there more dedicated websites for individual communities with photos of different types of villas and floor plans etc? Hi there, The house on Savannah is mine - it is available from end August (24th to be precise) you can email me on copykellie AT gmail dot com
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Latest post on 13 May 2011 - 00:42
Sharon - surely 'im indoors aint that bad he needs a nanny!?
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 21:19
sorry to hijack - would like to hear also from anyone who has had this removed, as to whether their were 'side effects' etc? TIA
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 20:36
Hi ladies.... Im not new to Abu dhabi, but i have a baby boy 26month and expecting another one....would like to meet some moms, get together....im not working so most of the time free:)) Is anyone going to the Philips/Avent event at the Beach Rotana on Sunday - it's for new mums and mums to be and there will be lots of opportunity to meet others - there is a creche and then a free lunch too :)
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Latest post on 08 May 2011 - 18:16
imanesmama would you recomend a dermologica facial for spotty teenage skin? No acne just red spots and loads of bumps under the skin. I made the acquaintence of a skin 'expert' recently.... would totally trust her opinion on anything now -I had micro-dermabrasion - Dr Mona Mirza of Biolite at DHCC - can pass you her details if you've got any Q's - or you could meet her yourself on May 16th :) <em>edited by Mother Inferior. on 08/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 11:47
It can be a minefield, but I hate it when the industry as a whole is slagged off - but even a trusted and good IFA can confuse if you are not that financially minded!
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 11:45
First tip - listen to BNBH - she is the voice of reason xx
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 11:40
Ok, his wife is Faye James (search on FB) and her page says she's now in Australia!! Maybe send a message? Been about 6 months since she left Emirates Woman
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Latest post on 14 April 2011 - 15:37
www.wix.com have some brilliant free templates. They don't 'look' like free templates , which Is why I rate them :)
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Latest post on 14 April 2011 - 15:36
Gold & Diamond Park - the famous Caras has a really extensive collection - about 30pc less than UK prices.
 
 
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