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Latest post on 08 September 2012 - 22:47
I don't know how how to put this gently, although it is meant in the kindest possible way, but are you sure that you shouldn't try listening to the docs? The fact that your baby was fine in hospital suggests to me that he is mostly suffering from your nerves. Babies do spit up, some do it a lot and it's called possetting, but it's harmless and will pass. As will your anxiety. (I don't know how old your little one is, but the dreaded three month colic is just that..it lasts for the first three months and then disappears) Do you have any older or more experienced mums to share all this with? It sounds as tho you need support rather than medical intervention. In any case, take care and good luck. edited by Livelytrish on 08/09/2012 Excllent post and suggestion LT.Some new mom's who are far away from family really miss the input from Moms, Aunts even Grans. I know mine were all a mine of information and help. GB hope you can find the help you are looking for on the other thread. I had read on a thread some time ago about an organisation of Mums who help other moms who are having problems, can't remember the name. Hopefully someone can post it.
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Latest post on 08 September 2012 - 20:09
Glad to hear your son is a bit better, and you are sounding better. My GS suffered very badly from reflux and as kelly1814 mentioned my DIL took him for baby osteo which really helped.He was so relaxed after his sessions that he slept for hours. Hopefully things will improve from here on. All the best. N
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Latest post on 07 September 2012 - 21:10
GB Wish I could give you a shoulder to lean on right now. Sending you prayers and big hugs. Please let us know how you get on. N XXXX
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 21:56
Oh yes the brown paper on the books,we would put old Christmas Cards on the front under the plastic. The Mammas and the Pappas the Beach Boys and of course the Beatles.Friday night Fish and Chips with loads of vinegar.Dad coming home from work on the week end and saying pack the car we are going to the Drive-In. Thanks again Irooni really enjoying this thread.:)
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 21:39
Thanks girls you helped me feel somewhat normal... Sorry to hear about your mom Catawba,I too lost my mom recently (May),so can feel with you. My mom gave so much of herself to my boys and was a big part in helping raise them. I had a wonderful teacher and am trying to be as wonderful a grandma as she was I went to school in the afternoon to show GD the way from her class to the bus etc.(mom and dad were both working ) and the first thing she says is "Ouma I have a new best friend " so of course I ask what is her name and she say's "Ouma I can't remember I have learn't so many rules today "..... Mom says she was passed out cold a 6pm. As you say AA & Catawba, such precious times I am so very grateful that I am able to be part of them. N <em>edited by Nomad on 06/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 21:26
Oh DR that is just priceless, I can just see it happening.;)
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Latest post on 05 September 2012 - 18:06
GD's first day at school and bus ride,can't believe how it tugged at my heart.She walked up to the bus all grown up not a care in the world,told mom and dad not to worry ! I could hardly focus the camera with all the tears. Never thought it would be as difficult as putting my boys on the bus for the first time......
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 23:49
Complaining about your 2 yr old amusing herself at Timmy's is unreasonable. Agree with posters who have said it is a family friendly enviorment.If your DD was not interfereing with them or screaming /crying at the top of her lungs or bumping her push chair into them, yes why should you move.I can only imagine how upset you were if as you say your LO was just amusing herself. Personally if it annoyed me that much I would simply move to another table,which I have done many a time at Timmy's if there is a particualrly noisy neighbour beside me. If it were at a more formal setting and the noise was really bad or the Lo was interfering with their meal different story. DH and I sat at an upmarket restaurant once with 10 kids ( yes I counted ) running around us in circles with the mothers chatting away or texting. I was so tempted to stick my foot out and send a few skidding across the floor,however resisted and asked to see the manager. He shrugged his shoulders and said "sorry maaam I cannot intefere" These little hooligans almost clipped our table a few times. DH and I stood up told the manager we would not put up with it and walked out.He said but sir you have ordered your meal to which I replied "get their mothers to pay for it ". We were out on Sunday for breakfast and our GK's were getting a bit loud about their drawings,and like a chorus we all piped up "use your inside voices" and the volume went back to normal! Kids are kids but it is up to the adults to teach them how to behave. To Op I would take it from whence it came and move on,sounds like you have a wonderful LO there:) <em>edited by Nomad on 05/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 31 August 2012 - 22:29
Ah so happy for you jetset,you have been so committed to finding your babies a home WELL DONE.:) I send emails to all my adopted fur babies every Christmas,always get messages and some photos back.
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Latest post on 31 August 2012 - 22:11
Congrats hilsbils have been following your posts over the months. When I had my babies animals were already part of the household. But.....I lived in a very different climate which allowed the dogs to be outside for a large part of the year. I have always advocated that chiildren should grow up with animals, it teaches them so much about life,but in Dubai it is not always easy as animals in general spend a lot of time inside. My heart tells me go for it (many on here know me as a fierce rescue advocate!!) but my head tells me take it slowly. You have waited so long for your precious bundle and will understandably be a bit anxious during your pregnancy,dealing with a rescue going through their own issues may not be the best idea. Maybe a good route to go down would be to try to find a dog with a history of interaction with kids both big and small.... As far as a puppy goes ,they are hard work, and a big commitment before or even after baby is older. If you go down that route do loads of research. Hopefully there will be others who can share their experiences. All the very best. N xx <em>edited by Nomad on 31/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 20:31
and.....a party line with 3 neighbours, so interesting if there was an emergency,,,x Our one neighbour used to listen in on our calls.Mom used to say to her "Hi Mrs. ......... you can put down now "and you could hear the click LOL. Our old bacolite phone had a defective dial and I had to use two fingers to turn it.They all had a particular smell to them. Remember in the early 70's when the computers took up the whole basement of office bulidings.Great big blinking towers with miles of tape ,reels and punch cards.
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 18:15
Paddie I would put this one on the main forum and ask admin to please leave it there for a few days.More traffic there. I don't recoginse the name but I have had many a black and white furball pass through my home when fostering,hoping it is not one of my adoptees. Hope they are re united soon:( <em>edited by Nomad on 28/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 18:10
School blackboards ,chalk dust everywhere. Nuns in their starched habits Ronea sheets for duplication before Xerox Old plug in switchboards Dictatphone Shorthand Radio pagers before cell phones <em>edited by Nomad on 28/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 27 August 2012 - 09:19
Moorfields,excellent doctors and staff.
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Latest post on 10 August 2012 - 23:44
I "think" the scam is: 1 buyer wins bid 2 buyer requests PayPal as payment method 3 dodgy buyer sends seller message saying "money now deducted" ((this money is held by PayPal until buyer receives product and confirms correct product/that product arrived) 4 seller sends product, awaits buyer confirmation to PayPal that product arrived so PayPal will release money into sellers account 5 dodgy buyer sends second fake email from PayPal saying "oops, sorry, error, other party over paid, we will still give you your money, but you need to give the overpaid amount so they are not at a loss" Dodgy buyer can't lose - they now have the product, paid nothing for it, and still have a chance at making a little cash if fooled seller transfers money in the belief that transfer of little money will mean the release of the payment Seller now has no product, no money and an email saying "wanna gamble? This could be legit in which case the money will be released and you weren't just totally scammed, OR this could be dodgy..." And as people trust PayPal they may lean towards the "surely PayPal couldn't be hacked, if I just pay this, I'll get my money" side. The fun of buying online, dodgy scammers! That's it exactly AA. I had not done any buying/selling on our local site for ages. A couple of weeks back I had stuff I wanted to get rid of and put it on the site. The amount of scammers that replied was unbelievable, 20 in total. A good idea when advertising on the these sites is to take a few minutes to read the warnings that the site itself puts up.They monitor the latest trends in scamming. To the OP thanks ;), you are just giving people the heads up.I did it once on EW with info from a trusted friend and got shot down for my trouble. Hopefully your warning will help some to take a second look and as AA's post explained how the scammer does it. N <em>edited by Nomad on 10/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 August 2012 - 19:04
DH and I met on the national team in the late 60's early 70's.My times were acceptable but DH was right up there.At one of the International meets his opponents did way better than any of there previous times leaving him in 3rd place. Doping was not known in those days but it has now been found that various nations ( I won't go into which ones ) were using them way back then.I wonder how those complaining would feel if they were one of the athletes who had suffered as a result of other competitors doping.You can't go back and re capture that moment in time. Some countries have had systematic abuse through the years and they will have to bear the brunt of state sanctioned doping. As for forcing young children who show talent I think it is disgraceful and does rob them of a "normal" childhood, but there you go it will probably continue regadless. Just my two cents. N <em>edited by Nomad on 02/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 17 May 2012 - 02:54
Sorry about that Nomad, its a song called "jealous of the angels" by jenn bostic its really lovely I sent it to my friend wen her Mum died a few weeks ago she said it helped. Have a safe flight, Im so sorry for your loss x Oh no sweetheart,I mean't the words were perfect,I will be playing it for my Dad when I get home. Once again thanks to you all for all the love and support.I don't know any of you personally but feel many have been friends for years,friends who undertsand what it is like to loose a loved one and be on the other side of the world. DC thinking of you and your family. N X <em>edited by Nomad on 17/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 16 May 2012 - 17:02
Thank you all so very much for your thoughts and prayers.My trip starts tomorrow and I can only leave it up to God to get me there safely. Twilight the clip just said it all......Thanks for sharing..... To DC thank you for allowing me to "tag" along with you during this time of shared grief.Hope you and your family are coping. N X
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Latest post on 16 May 2012 - 04:17
Mom passed away an hour ago. Love you Mom
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Latest post on 15 May 2012 - 21:50
Thanks Sprinkler,she is not good still in ICU.Had a feeling the other night she is just waiting for me,mentioned it to Dad and he said yes,but he didn't wan't to put additional pressure on me.I hope to be OK to travel this weekend.
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Latest post on 15 May 2012 - 21:43
To OP,I think the most important issue you have to consider is that employment in DXB can change at the drop of a hat,as many on this forum can attest to. Not meaning to put a wrench in the works but what you have to consider is,if things don't work out for you will you be able to re patriate your animals . Cost wise for some it is more expensive than their own tickets home. Many have come to DXB with dreams of hitting it big what with tax free income etc. but for some it doesn't work out.Hence the abandoned pets left behind.I am not debating the issue with regards to cats adopted here and those brought over here.Having worked with animal welfare organisations in DXB the whole abandonement issue is just tragic. As I have mentioned before on here when we left for DXB I weighed up bringing a few of our cats,we have 10 on our acreage!!.Luckily we had family to look after them at home,so decided to leave them be in Canada. Before anyone jumps on me about them being my kids etc.I think many may have got to know me as a fierce defender and protector of animals. To fill the void left in my life by not having my furbabies with me I decided to volunteer and foster. Having had many a posting abroad I have both brought my animals from home and left them at home,when it seemed necessary.Both choices have worked for us. It is a very personal issue and can only be decided by your family,however the person who said your cat won't survive is taking through their hat LOL. All the best with your new venture. N
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Latest post on 15 May 2012 - 21:17
Dear DC praying for you all,may your Dear Dad RIP. N XX
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Latest post on 15 May 2012 - 00:50
We have been expats away from "home" for many years,when we left initially I had a very close friend who I used to phone on birthdays,Christmas, New Year.She was the first phone call I made when I got home. Without going into too much when the chips were down and I really needed her to understand as a friend that I just couldn't get to everyone on an emergency trip home,she just wouldn't understand the situation I was in. I think one of the biggest issues we had was she had never left the country she was born in and I had lost count of the no I had lived in,we had drifted apart on so many levels. When things cooled down I tried to sort it out but there was no going back. Another friend I discussed this with shared these thoughts with me. People come into your life for, a reason, a season or a life time. It took me a long time to let go but these words helped and I now look back fondly on the friendship we had and let the ugly bits go.Our friendship had run its course and we had both got what we needed out of it. I always feel honesty is the best approach to use and maybe a good long honest chat with her will help you either continue your friendship or let it go. <em>edited by Nomad on 15/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 21:21
hi all, there was no further response from DC's dad over the past 24 hours so tonight they are turning off the life support. She sent a message about 1 hr ago to say they are just waiting for the rest of the family to get to the hospital. :( xox AP please tell DC I am praying for her right now and will be "holding" her and her family close. L N XX edited by Nomad on 14/05/2012 <em>edited by Nomad on 14/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 18:27
Hi all DC wanted me to firstly thank you for all the wonderful thoughts and support you have been posting. She very much appreciates your kind words. I wish I was about to add some joy to the thread but unfortunately it is quite the opposite... Today DC's Dad is going to be taken off life support. The specialists have said he should pass quickly, he is sedated again so that he will do so peacefully. About 3 hrs ago they were just waiting for family members to get to the hospital and thats the last I heard. Should I hear any further news I will pass it on. Thanks again for your kind words and support for DC during this time. xox Nomad my thoughts are with you and your mum also. AP please send DC my most sincere prayers and support at this tragic time.I will light a candle for the family. I am still in limbo waiting for the OK to travel ( Major DVT issues ) Mom is in a induced coma, can't help but feel she is holding on for me. It is Mothers Day today for us,hug ,cyber hug ,spoil your moms today girls we never know how long they willbe with us. N XXX
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Latest post on 11 May 2012 - 00:30
Since Skyler has been booted,I am hoping for Phillip,think Holly is for the boot tonight.....
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Latest post on 11 May 2012 - 00:27
I would be feeling like you and I know for a fact I wouldnt have let it go - for the simple reason that when it comes to people queue jumping I am an absolute witch. My sister in law once said to me after one of my moments - I was truly expecting your head to turn 360 degrees on your shoulders. I dont give a hoot about cultural differences either - I'm too big to go un-noticed in a queue and if you dare go in front of me - you had better look out. Oh and if you go in front of someone else - you wont escape my venom either. Today I was accused of being a queue jumper, not that it was said outright, but the tone of the persons voice let it be known thats what he was thinking and I was really hurt that someone would think I'd queue jump. I had mistaken thought a little girl was part of a family that was in front of me cos she kept on leaving the queue and coming back, she didnt even have anything in her hand - cos dad was standing to the side with the jeans he was wanting to pay for. She was keeping his place inline in while he had another look around. So I went to the check out and the next thing I hear is - excuse me she was before you. I was mortified because the tone of his voice was not nice and I really was innocent, anyway all I could mutter in my defence was oh I thought she was part of that other family and I then went on to say in a smiley voice something like - dont you know the British invented queueing :D I felt half daft. And your story reminds me of a time a man lied through his teeth to me that he'd been sitting in the same seats at a magic show from the start of the show. I told him no you weren't - it then became like a pantomime till I bent down and pulled out our tickets from where I'd hidden them in the frame of the chair. The look on his face said it all - how dare you prove me to be a liar in front of people. Yep how bliddy dare me in deed. Oh DR you have brightened my day. I was also brought up in the strict British custom of queueing (sp) and can just see myself reacting just as you did.My parents and grandparents were products of both wars in England and they were adamant about queue jumping. When someone jumps a queue in front of me,my family run for cover as they know just how I will react,however in DXB I had to learn to curb my views. I knew that on some occasions it would have got me into really deep water. To OP I thinlk I would have had the same reaction as you did and my DH would have been the voice of reason as usual.. LOL.Enjoy a glass of wine and thank your lucky stars it didn't happen on the road.
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Latest post on 11 May 2012 - 00:15
Thanks for the prayers,Mom responding to treatment in ICU, Dad gone home with relatives to rest. Dubaicat thanks for your kind words. I am praying for you all and hoping for the same response for your Dad. A big HUG coming your way. <em>edited by Nomad on 11/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 22:15
Thank you ladies. Not sure when I am headed out.Waiting by the phone to hear from the hospital.I "lost" my Mom quite some time ago,and was happy in the knowledge that she was being given the best care possible.However it is my Dad who is my biggest concern at the moment,as he is not coping well.I have major medical issues myself so have to plan things carefully before travelling. Trying to organise my travel .Feel like I am juggeling a load of issues and all the balls are falling one by one....
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 21:50
To Dubaicat and NIP,without hijacking your threadDC, I have also just received bad news Mom( has Alzheimer's and Parkinson's) has been rushed from the home to the ICU,she is barley breathing.My trip will be 36 hours so not sure if I will be make it.DC hope you get psoitive news.To NIP hope your mom is on the mend. I am sitting on the computor now trying to keep my mind occupied and thought I would ask my cyber friends to pray for us all. N <em>edited by Nomad on 10/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 21:17
Dear Kristina I am so sorry for your loss.It was a tragic accident. Over time there is one thing that I have learnt about you as a person, you are an amazing advocate for animal rights. You will miss your fur babies but you should never doubt your own intentions,they have always only ever been good. I will pray for you all and remember they will be waiting for you tails waging at "Rainbow bridge". God Bless N XX
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 05:19
My prayers are with you and your family Dubai Cat. I will light a candle for you all and send you positive thoughts and strength. Hugs N xx
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 18:12
I couldn't believe that Skyler was eliminated and Phillip is still in.Jessica once again sang well but a little like a robot and as Jimmy said the dress was too old for her,not to mention her perched on those stilts.Holly was lovely and Josh it seems is a shoe in for the final,as far as the judges are concerned. Wonder who is next to go,I think I will bow out when it comes to picking the winner,my past predictions have completely gone down the toilet LOL :)
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 21:59
I was so worried he was going to burn himself......whenever I pour tea I always manage to dribble a few drops.
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 21:51
As you say Irooni puts one to shame,what an amazing woman. Thanks for sharing.
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 18:18
Hi Andrea, I have fostered many animals and it is ALWAYS hard to give them up to their new forever home. As Chocs01 said go with your gut see how they interact with the pup. I always found that those that get down on the floor with the animal on their level,don't try and rush things wait for the pup to come to you etc. There have been a few times when I could see it wasn't a match.I once had a couple come and look at a cat. Wife wanted a cat and the DH was totally dis interested in fact I could see he was actually avoiding any contact.I voiced my concerns and yes he in fact couldn't stand animals.They never got the cat......LOL Don't be frightened to ask loads of questions and yes as Chocs01 suggested maybe go and visit to find out where she will be living. The most important thing to keep in mind is you are not simply just trying to get her out the door ASAP you are trying to find her a GOOD FOREVER HOME. All the very best N XX
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 18:02
Great news Scruffles, so happy for you.:) N XX
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 17:59
Great story SB. Happy Birthday cymraes. N XX
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 20:58
Oh charchar can't tell you how happy I am for you. Once again the maid network came through. I am sure your little ones will be thrilled ,keep him under lock and key for the next few days, he might have got a taste of life "on the outside" and quite like it.... All the best N XX
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 19:48
As JS and Pomegranate have said, when I started to sell our stuff before we left I started at 50% of the origional prices (good were all less than 3 years in excellent condition) and eventually had to come down to 30% with most of the items. It was terrible to have to virtually give the stuff away but in the end it was a case of something is better than nothing. Many years back in Bahrain I was selling my car ( DH in his wisdom bought me a manual,gearstick before I arrived and they were very unpopular with the locals) one day a local dealer came around and offered me almost nothing. I was so furious that I said to him you see the ocean there,well I will drive it into the ocean before I sell it to you for that. He was so flabbergasted that he phoned the next day to talk to my husband and tell him his wife was mad.I think he felt sorry for DH and doubled his offer,which I still rejected.In the end sold the car to another expat lady who was looking for a manual. <em>edited by Nomad on 28/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 08:34
How about putting a photo link up here and splash it on the main forum asking mods to please leave for a few days as it is urgent.You have to keep trying as Greenish says.I was a foster mom to many and believe me persistance pays off.
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Latest post on 27 April 2012 - 22:14
Oh charchar it sounds like he is much loved..... This post might just dissappear from the main forum onto the Pets forum,maybe ask the mods to keep it here for a bit as it gets more traffic. In many cases they just get confused as all the villas look the same so really a good idea to go door knocking in your general area .Ask the neighbours to check their gardens, garages, sheds etc. Hope you come back soon with good news.
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Latest post on 27 April 2012 - 19:39
Hi charchar, On the left of the page on Featured Links under Pets and Vets there is a list of things to do when you loose a pet.Follow these steps and you have a much better chance of finding Barry.The maid, securtiy and gardner network work very well esp if you have a handsome reward. All the best and hope Barry finds his way home soon.
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 20:25
Def not Jimmy,but I wouldn't mind having his bank balance LOL ;);)
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 19:54
I love phillip too but may have to agree aryanwynn that he may not win because he does not have "superstar" appeal but I still think he's great. I think id like Joshua to win, like Elise and Skyla but another country winner? Jessica im not really keen on, she is a great singer but feel likes shes been pushed hard into this from a young age by her family, a bit like toddlers and tiaras, too pressure on her. Think you are spot on there JS.I have been trying to put my finger on it for some time, now that you mention it all fits into place. Jessica has a good voice but just goes through the motions,she also looks dreadfully uncomfortable perched on those way too high shoes.I have no doubt that once she grows up and matures she will become a better performer but is not idol material right now. Skyler is really enjoying herself right now and it shows.Phillip I think is a bit off the wall,I enjoy his performances but the eye squish is getting a bit too much.As Randy said he is a law unto himself and I really think maybe it is more important to him to be who he is rather than winning. Out to lunch about Elise some days good other not so.Holly is a sweet girl with a good voice but the passion doesn't come through. Josh I love his gosple type voice but sometimes it gets a bit screechy. Bottom three Phillip,Elise,Jessica and think Phillip will be gone tonight.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 17:53
elle, I can only say that all family dynamics will be different. Welcome to my 30 years of struggle to come terms with my mother abandoning us. There will be times of rage, longing, despair, frustration, even jealousy and a whole heap more. The best I can advise is to step back right now. Be pleasant, but don't actually put yourself out, or be the only one initiating contact. You have a whole life time to be the best person you are...thats part of your growth as you come to terms with your childhood, and who you are as a product of your environment. If you were raised, as I was by a nurturing (if rather odd) parent of whatever description then you have a strong base to draw from. The other parent or the absent parent did actually lose the right to be a parent as such, so does need to meet you as a human being in your own right. that will take time. You will change over time, you'll run a warren of emotions, but you are a good person. None of this is your fault. You have allowed yourself to be open to someone, welcoming them into your life to find out the reality doesnt meet the need you have of a parent. I'd let that expectation go. I can tell you, that one day you will forgive them, and one day you may even have a relationship with them. Trust your best instincts, but don't try to take on the whole healing process by yourself...look after you and heal you, but you can't orchestrate a relationship to fit a pigeon hole, or make them be the person you feel you need them to be. Great advice arohadxb.DH and I have had our fair share in a similar situation and in the end for self preservation we had to pull back and live our own lives. To OP it is so important not to forget about making the most of your life,your parents made their choices way back.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 07:09
Sending prayers to you all.
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Latest post on 22 April 2012 - 00:24
We lost our beautiful black and white cat in Mirdif in February... just a long shot here but could you please reply or post a picture of the kitty.. many thanks! Jetset so sorry to hear that your cat is still missing. Sending positive thoughts your way. N X
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Latest post on 21 April 2012 - 21:58
I know it's a long shot but a black and white cat was abducted in the Greens, Banana is the poster.Who knows maybe the neighbour dumped Vanilla in AR.Maybe try and get a photo and reply to Banana on the pet section,the thread is titled Abducted cat.
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Latest post on 21 April 2012 - 20:10
Dear all, Hope you are all well. This is my first pregnancy and my husband is concern about my 3 cats (adopted from rescue centers) and my pregnancy. A healthy baby is our priority but can we have this without giving away pets? I already in love with my cats and been with me for a year now...I am really hoping to keep them till my baby grows and bring them back home with us. Because of this concern, I have a torch test BEFORE pregnancy and below is the result: CMV IgG 122.7 au/ml positive Rubella IgG 83.2 iu/ml positive Toxoplasma IgG .3 iu/ml non-reactive HSV IgG &gt;2 ru/ml negative Even I have a non reactive result, I still do some precaution such as cleaning the litter tray with globes, with mask, daily cleaning of litter tray, wash hands thoroughly, feed my cat indoor food and sometime (once in a month) canned tuna on water.. What else I need to do to become safe? Should we do anothe test to make sure? Can pregnant women and cats can't live together? Please advise... Hassli Hassli you are doing a great job and honestly one just has to take precaution when cleaning the litter tray.As another poster said get your husband do this chore for you ;) a good excuse to get him to help around the house. Your baby will only benefit in life growing up with animals. All the best. N
 
 
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