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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 09:56
I am sorry Cherpie. I hope you can find a way to resolve, what is, a terrible and unsustainable situation. He is a horrible husband and father.
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 09:52
He already has been found not guilty of murdering her.
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 07:53
Whether they were penniless or not, it's hard to comprehend that they turned to their daughters murd*erer for money. Only now that it is exposed, they are saying they will return all of it. The fact is, they approached him asking for money, it wasn't that he offered it to them, I think it's pretty disgusting and such an insult to their dead daughter. I just can't believe the lawyer for Reeva's parents asked Pistorius for support, they accepted monthly payments from him for 18months, it's a bit of a sickening twist to the sorry tale. I would starve and sleep on the side of the road before I would take money from my daughters killer. A 3 year house arrest is just laughable. Apparently they will be paying everything back.....they have been in a dire financial situation what with her father suffering a stroke. They turned down the blood money outright and have said they won't pursue a civil case against him....that speaks volumes about who they are.
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Latest post on 14 October 2014 - 21:40
have you had your thyroid checked?
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Latest post on 14 October 2014 - 19:53
I just can't believe the lawyer for Reeva's parents asked Pistorius for support, they accepted monthly payments from him for 18months, it's a bit of a sickening twist to the sorry tale. I would starve and sleep on the side of the road before I would take money from my daughters killer. A 3 year house arrest is just laughable.
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Latest post on 12 October 2014 - 07:49
Hi Dentro, I know, It would be great if we could give an honest review here, we can only make positive comments, and that is understandable considering the laws in this part of the world.
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Latest post on 12 October 2014 - 07:40
We use it all the time and find it great service. It's a chauffeur service, it's not just that any individual who can give a ride. No cash changes hands, you set up an account with Uber and they charge your credit card, Uber then settles payment with the drivers. It's pretty hi-tech, you can see on an app, exactly how far away your car is.
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Latest post on 12 October 2014 - 00:36
I also have used Dr. Ruba Tabari, apparently her assessments and reports are regarded very highly in schools here.
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Latest post on 11 October 2014 - 00:24
Regrettably, I am unable to name on this forum the one I had the bad experience with! (in fact, probably could not name him publicly anywhere here in the UAE in a negative light) edited by mum2girls on 11/10/2014 <em>edited by mum2girls on 11/10/2014</em>
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Latest post on 10 October 2014 - 21:00
Dr. Donnatella at American Hospital is great, she was recommended to me on here after I had a bad experience with another endocrinologist, she is really experienced and has a lovely manner.
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 07:40
Dr. Ruba Tabari is the best Ed Psych in Dubai.
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 07:38
Absolutely NOT appropriate ! You should certainly speak to the Principle, who probably doesn't even realise how the cleaning is managed, they may have a 3rd party company hired to do the work. I am sure the school principle will share your concerns and do something about it very quickly.
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Latest post on 30 September 2014 - 07:33
Apricot, that book doesn't answer the questions about the situations we are discussing here. We are discussing the people who fraudulently get citizenship of Canada by 'pretending' they are living in the country permanently, when in fact they have no intention of ever living in Canada. They want the Canadian passport for practical reasons, for travel purposes, so they don't have to deal with visa issues, they want to have a safe haven should their own country blow up, they want access to western healthcare and they want access to free universities.
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Latest post on 29 September 2014 - 18:01
I read that a Lebanese family in Dubai had their Canadian citizenship revoked also and that the Canadian government are investigating a few thousand UAE residents who already have Candian citizenship for having falsified their residency. National post Canada, Quote :- Ottawa has stripped a Lebanese family of their Canadian citizenships — and handed them a $63,000 bill — after they were caught blatantly lying about living in Canada, part of a government crackdown on bogus citizens that could extend to thousands of cases. The family — a father, mother and their two daughters — signed citizenship forms claiming they lived in Canada for almost all of the previous four years when they really lived in the United Arab Emirates, a fact even posted online in the daughters’ public résumés on LinkedIn. The bold nature of the fabrications — that successfully won them citizenship in 2008 and 2009 — and their attempts to fight Ottawa’s decision brought rebuke from both the government and the Federal Court of Canada: not only have their citizenships been revoked, but they have been ordered to pay all of the government’s $63,442 in legal bills.
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Latest post on 29 September 2014 - 15:47
Thanks ladies, Daza, I didn't even bother going into Kinokunya as I did not think they would stock them, will have a look there. Court5, we do have the care and keeping of you, but it doesn't talk about the birds&bees. Suzy, that looks good. Some of the books that looked good on Amazon, the reviews were very telling and the books covered things I don't want to have to talk about for another while, things I didn't know about until I was an adult, so I want to be very careful with the books I choose.
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Latest post on 29 September 2014 - 15:43
If it's the new one with the green hanging plants on every floor of what might be a carpark, then it's the Four Seasons Jumeriah beach, <em>edited by mum2girls on 29/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 25 September 2014 - 19:40
I personally have not found myself in that situation, but two close friends of mine have and in one case they did stay with their partner and managed to move on eventually, she would say it took her 5 years before she could really let go of what happened. In the other case, it was my friends wife who had an affair, they split up but got back together after about 1 year and have since had a child and are very happy. I would imagine, if it is a once off and the offending partner is truly remorseful and does everything they can to gain back the trust, loyalty and love of their partner, it may be possible to move past it eventually. I am truly sorry for you and hope it works out for you as you want it to.
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Latest post on 24 September 2014 - 17:53
oh lordy, I want to scratch my eyeballs out when I hear that voice. Tatie Bogie, it's not a game apparently, it a guy ( a real person) who has build some mine craft stuff 'and he is giving a 'guided tour' of his stuff and how he built it. Apparently Stampy is one of many.
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 11:13
DH was there a few weeks ago for work. Security at hotels and airport very high, they were escorted throughout the visit with personal security staff. He said he felt safe (isn) there. edited by mum2girls on 23/09/2014 <em>edited by mum2girls on 23/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 10:21
GMKSME, if you read her comments, it also says something different to your interpretation.
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 10:11
I read that this morning !! Well, in one swell swoop, she just publicly destroyed any credibility she might ever have had or ever hoped to get. I guess people were too polite to boo her off the stage.
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Latest post on 22 September 2014 - 14:49
I remember what the other item is now, the tubes of tomato puree, they only stock their own brand now, had no choice so bought it, it's horrible, horrible ! Talllybait, Waitrose is not close to me, so I only pop in there if I am near Marina Mall or Al Thnya street, I don't go out of my specially to shop there.
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Latest post on 22 September 2014 - 09:17
Izzy, are the Greenheart ones local ? I just can't stand the local eggs, free range or organic, outdoor or whatever, they just never taste good.
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Latest post on 22 September 2014 - 09:14
yes, Genie, I think they are making the classic mistake of forgetting who their customer base is and what they want. The reason I go to Spinneys is because I can usually have a choice of the brands I want and I am prepared to pay the premium, now that I can't find them, I will be going elsewhere. Mrs Mozz, you reminded me, I also tried their dried herbs and it was tasteless, I ended up throwing it out. Has anyone tried the new Geant near Jumeriah Park ? does it have a good selection ? might give that a try.
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Latest post on 22 September 2014 - 09:03
thanks busybee2, got it sorted with AXA.
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Latest post on 22 September 2014 - 08:00
We have had visitors do it with a little one who was 4. They don't actually 'swim' with the dolphins, they stand in the water up to waist height, with a group of about 10 other people, and the dolphin is made to do tricks and they get to stroke the dolphin and interact with it by throwing a ball or ring to the dolphin who then brings it back, they also get to 'kiss' the dolphin. I think all children have to be accompanied by an adult.
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Latest post on 21 September 2014 - 18:38
I can't seem to find an annual travel insurance that only covers cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage,. All the insurance policies include medical cover which I don't need as our medical Insurance covers us worldwide. Has anyone any suggestions please ?
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Latest post on 20 September 2014 - 11:18
maybe he is scanning those job sites for positions for partner / friends !! But you probably should address it with him.
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Latest post on 14 September 2014 - 11:17
Carrefour in MOE have a big stationery department and Lulu's also.
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Latest post on 14 September 2014 - 11:16
I am not sure of the costs, but either the Iranian hospital or Rashid hospital, would definitely be less expensive than the likes of City, American or Welcare. Hope it's nothing tops serious for the poor guy.
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Latest post on 13 September 2014 - 21:55
I thought this was an interesting perspective ........ particularly about passports ... "[i'>For a glimpse of Scotland's future as an independent nation look to Ireland's past In 1919, Ireland voted for independence from Britain. Seventy per cent of UK citizens in the land (Republic of Ireland) voted Yes to independence, they left the UK, got a government of their own, and local officials transferred their allegiance to the new state. But you can still take an express train across the UK border to the capital of the independent nation without a passport.[/i'>" http://www.independent.ie/opinion/for-a-glimpse-of-scotlands-future-as-an-independent-nation-look-to-irelands-past-30583571.html#sthash.aDqM7p8A.dpuf..
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Latest post on 11 September 2014 - 16:24
I don't think he will get off scott free, but I would have been surprised if he had been found guilty of pre-meditated murder.
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Latest post on 07 September 2014 - 10:53
Not sure if this is any help, but there us a Gems British school next to the American hospital. I don't know anything about the school, other than I pass it when going to the A.hosp.
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Latest post on 02 September 2014 - 12:29
Well, when you read in the news, it seems like it is a lot of bad timing for them, as apparently there will be 2 centers built in the UK to offer the specific treatment they want for their son, but at the moment it is not available in the U.K.. And won't be for another several years. The NHS is way behind other countries in using this treatment for childhood cancers. A handful of children have been sent by the NHS to other countries for the treatment, but it all depends on how the different NHS trusts want to spend their money, 'the postcode lottery ' as it is called in the UK. Maybe if they lived in a different part of the UK, they could have gotten the opportunity to investigate the option of this treatment for their child. Apparently their dr.s in the UK would not entertain the idea of even discussing the case with overseas hospitals that perform the procedure. I would do what they did, sell the clothes of my back and run away with my baby, to get a second and third opinion to give my child the best chance of recovery. It's unbelievable that they are now in prison for doing that. It's painful just thinking about it.
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Latest post on 02 September 2014 - 07:41
Man, it is just horrific to think of a dying baby alone in a strange hospital while his parents are locked up for wanting to try everything to save his life. His brothers and sisters are not even allowed to see him. What is wrong with this world, where is the compassion. Another sad indictment of the NHS and the UK family courts. Cannot imagine being that family, I just want to cry for them.
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Latest post on 01 September 2014 - 17:13
5 days later, things are beginning to take on some semblance of normality. Finally braved C4, now need to get creative with the dreaded lunches.
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Latest post on 01 September 2014 - 17:10
I have used Montexa too, and I would recommend her, her prices are average and the quality is good. Having said that though, I now realise that there is no possible way I will ever get 'shop' quality finishes from a local dressmaker. I have tried the really high end (Tatiana AED1200 to make a short dress) to the least expensive (Dream Girls AED250 to make a short dress) and I can say none of them have been perfect. They all have entailed returning several times for modifications, poorly fitting and okay finishes. I will use Montexa in future though if I do want something made, Anne is the best of an average 'lot'.
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Latest post on 30 August 2014 - 16:42
Need someone to set up all our laptops to sync with the time capsule. The guy in the shop said it was easy, but I am totally struggling and am sure I will wipe out all our data if continue messing with it. Did ring one company, diamond something or other, but they charge aed250 per hour, a bit steep I think! Would appreciate any recommendation.
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Latest post on 30 August 2014 - 12:19
Ski Dubai are running a camp for next week, but not sure how many hours per day it is. Maybe try Kidzania and Atlantis also. There are a few schools not returning until aound 7th September.
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Latest post on 30 August 2014 - 12:17
Thanks ladies, good to know I am not the only one still struggling to get things back on an even keel. I guess once school starts, it will all sort itself out quickly enough, but dreading those first few early mornings.
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Latest post on 11 August 2014 - 05:49
Can he have the surgery done in Europe or the U.s? I have heard so many dreadful stories of surgeries gone wrong here that' I would try to avoid it, that being said, I have had better experience at the American Hospital than at City, but never had surgery at either of them, Is your husband having a colon re-section? Or only having the polyp removed?
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Latest post on 19 June 2014 - 15:41
I know nothing about these situations, however my immediate instinct is not to lie to the police, if it does come to you to having to call them. If you try to protect him by not disclosing about the affair, it could seriously backfire on you, in that he could still try to claim custody of your baby. I don't know what nationality you are, but if you read several cases here over the past few years of custody battles, you will find that rarely is the outcome in favour of the mother. I would just forewarn you to thread carefully, Can you try to pretend a holiday in your home country with the baby ? Can you negotiate with him now to release your childs passport, in return for you not reporting him and his mistress to the police ? As others have said, see a lawyer first before you take any further actions, get their guideline on how best to protect yourself and your baby from any more physical and emotional abuse and to ensure that you do not risk him fighting you for custody of your baby. The affair is a very good negotiation ground for you, but don't use it until you are sure what you will do next. Good luck, hope you get rid of this piece of scum pretty soon. edited by mum2girls on 19/06/2014 <em>edited by mum2girls on 19/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 18 June 2014 - 08:39
Dr. Chris Whately is away for the summer now, he comes back end of August. His colleague Dr. Barrie Killcop is apparently great too, my friend had her knee operated by him.
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Latest post on 11 June 2014 - 18:37
Cannot imagine it would close down, unless it is having a much needed re-vamp, or has been bought out. The location is amazing, but the rooms and service leave a lot to be desired.
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Latest post on 11 June 2014 - 14:38
First, I would say you would need to have a general idea of what prices are like in the area you are purchasing. If the house is on the market for AED5m and similar properties are on the market for AED3m than you know where to start. I was looking at a property recently that the guy was asking AED2m more than similar properties in the area, he would only drop it by AED200,000 and that was his final price, He is happy to leave his house vacant while he waits for his price. Generally, with an asking price of AED5million, I would say you may get it for 4.6 to 4.8 million, If it was me I would start negotiations around AED4.2m
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Latest post on 09 June 2014 - 15:43
It is awful ! scary and so tragic, not much details about it yet.
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Latest post on 07 June 2014 - 09:11
Alismum, I was told to stay away from Trident, was told they are poorly managed and badly maintained. I didn't even bother to look when I heard that, maybe I should go and form my own opinion. Nicklepickle, we did look at 23 Marina, my husband loved it, but I didn't like the location, I really would like the Marina proper. There are heaps of apartments for sale in that building and very good value at the moment. Thanks ladies. If anyone else has any suggestions, experiences, would greatly appreciate it.
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Latest post on 06 June 2014 - 07:39
I have looked at Emaar 6 and they are top notch, but prices are really on the high side there, especially if you want a Marina View. Have also looked at Marina Quays, All Sahab and Marina Tower. Any one lived in those and what do you think of the quality of them, building maintenance etc. Any other buildings I should consider? I hear there is a big mosque being built in the Marina area, so don't want to be too close to near that either. Thank you.
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Latest post on 04 June 2014 - 22:12
There are two Canadian surgeons at Med Care Orthopedic, Chris Whateley and Barrie, can't remember his surname. Both are excellent. There is also a German ortho at health bay Polyclinicc.
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Latest post on 01 June 2014 - 21:52
Basically all you are doing is throwing a party ! What happens at the party, what you wear, the blessing, speeches etc. should not really be relevant as you are already married. I assume you have your marriage certificate already, can you not show them that ? Does that not carry any weight ? I do know from a friends experience, that they made it very difficult for her, a non-british citizen marrying a British citizen in the UK. They assume everyone is faking a marriage of convenience until proven otherwise. Good Luck, I am sure you will sort it out, you just don't need the unnecessary stress. <em>edited by mum2girls on 01/06/2014</em>
 
 
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