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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 18:11
Padilla comes up in a couple of threads. No specific reviews though. I would also be interested to know, as The Entertainer has a special brunch offer on this month.
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 11:49
Left over gifts from the holidays???? i brought all my left over mince pies and treats into the office on my first day back. the team can eat them and get fat instead of me! :) Exactly, that's what I wanted DH to do, but he wouldn't :( And here I am, with no self control!
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 11:38
I know I know. I'm still eating chocolates because DH refused to pass that ridiculously large and delish bowl of chocolates on. Now I'm paying the price...
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 11:30
Left over gifts from the holidays????
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 11:16
Laura Ashly, but they are probably pricey too.
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 23:07
Thanks all, both on Foodie and here. Seem to be Greenheart supporters only. Will give Them a go.
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:00
Really, that fast?? Nobody reads that forum, so hope to get some replys here. Thanks Daza and Azyz
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 16:48
You can rent lovely catered beach villa's in Indonesia. Doesn't cost much and you can combine with some sightseeing. Definitely relaxing!
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 15:15
Ewaan Restaurant at the Palace Hotel does an excellent Friday brunch. We keep going back there. :)
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 09:39
There was a thread about this on the maids forum recently: http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=193653
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 22:12
Does anyone know if liquid butter (eg Bertoli's) is available here? In the meantime I'm trying to avoid butter for baking and use olive oil.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 21:12
That's so sweet :)
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 21:07
There are agency's where you can obtain a maid for a couple of hours. I don't know any, but there are lots of threads. They ysually charge 35 dhs/hr. You will probably be better (and cheaper) of sponsoring a live-out maid on a full time basis but only let her come in when you need her. It will cost you 2000-2500 on a monthly basis (excl. the sponsorship costs), you will have full flexibility and she gets to keep all her salary.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 21:00
You dont see why people get wound when they're given the middle finger? So you think there's nothing wrong with someone signalling to you that they'd like to insert their finger into a certain part of your anatomy? I dont believe you for a minute. I think what you posted was the kind of answer that can be expected of you at times just for the sake of it. Of course it's not the most polite thing to do. I just don't let it get to me and I would never consider reporting anyone because of it.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 18:30
I just saw co-approvel sold over the counter the other week. Was at the pharmacy next to Park&Shop at Al Wasl.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 18:23
Need any suggestions for the third date yet? ;)
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 18:14
:\: Only in the UAE........
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 18:10
Weird - deja vu. I posted the IDENTICAL post about a month ago and got absolutely attacked by 90% of respondents who said I was petty and ridiculous for reporting someone over the finger, even tho it was accompanied by reckless and dangerous driving. The finger was the icing on the cake. I wonder why some people get universal agreement for their posts yet others get absolutely destroyed for it?! True, I was thinking the same thing. However, I'm still of the same opinion today as I was then. If OP wants to report him for reckless driving, by all means do so. However I just fail to see why people get so upset when someone gives her the finger. Breeth and let it rest IMO. I know it's against the law and all that, but there are worse laws to break, like jumping a red light, or speeding, both of which are reckless and both have been admitted to on this forum before.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 09:07
Prin....that a code name for Nancy from Head to Toe?????
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 07:48
Guess you cannot go wrong on a Toyota in this country.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 07:45
Sorry if this is a stupid question, but does that include all your phone calls and text messages?
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 07:43
Actually, I thought it would be busier now the holidays are over. It was very quiet over the last couple of weeks.
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Latest post on 05 January 2013 - 17:40
Ah found it. Thanks! <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 05/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 05 January 2013 - 16:10
Can't make any sense of the website. Could anyone please tell me what days the races are being held?
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Latest post on 05 January 2013 - 09:47
Wouldn't know what the attraction with your old ring is, probably to get you to buy in their store. With respect to your new diamond, no need to worry about buying here. As long as you make sure they supply the ring with its diamond certificate, you will be oke. ETA spelling <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 05/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 18:20
Don't see anything wrong with this. I wish more kids would be willing to work and earn an honest dirham, instead of thinking money grows on trees. It may depend a bit on the location, but I live in Jumeirah and would be happy to employ these little entrepreneurs :)
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 18:13
You will probably loose your deposit. You need the original document!
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 08:36
O my, I need to get my eyes fixed. Sorry Amy.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 08:31
It's a red one, if that's any help?
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 08:23
You will need the cancellation papers from her previous employer. In our case the work contract was provided by immigration, but that was a Sjarah visa, don't know about Dubai. With the new visa you will simultaneously have to apply for a new Emirates ID.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 08:12
Not to discourage you, but If the person who is interviewing you is any good at his or her job, he/she will probably see through you. More money is the worst motivation for any applicant (at least from the employers perspective). I definitely wouldn't fall for it, unless you manage to be genuinely enthusiastic about the company and job.
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 09:13
I always use BonBini (www.bonbinibc.com) They charge 450 for our 5 bed in Jumeirah. Depending on the weather I have them come 4/year. Dutch owners, so they know how to clean a window. Tel 050-5069245
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Latest post on 01 January 2013 - 12:30
Yes me too I can't believe I was stupid enough to put the post on in the first place :) Better have it removed then, before everyone wakes up;)
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Latest post on 01 January 2013 - 09:46
We were at the Palm, could see all three fireworks. Burj Khalifa looked awesome, but very short indeed. Atlantis was spectacular, lasted over 10 minutes and Jumeirah Beach much longer even. We stayed on the beach for much longer, would have been happy with more. It was a beautiful night! No problems driving to the Palm and back to Jumeirah at all. Happy New Year everyone, let's make it a great one!
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 19:19
Ok, error (!) I arrived at 3AM - but, I don't think it is as bad now, this is going back to 2003 (the last time I even mentioned the words Beach Rd on NYE), when the Palm was just beginning as a small island thing and there was a party out there and the traffic was horrid as everyone was either heading to that party, the beach, the Burj or JBH, and it was a gridlocked nightmare that there was simply no way out of. I'm sure with Salik it is better now, though. alhamdulilah :-) I thought you meant 3am indeed, just couldn't imagine. Let's hope after tonight I don't have the same memory. Hope to be back home by 3 am.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 19:16
If you go to Google maps and switch 'Traffic' on you will see the exit towards DM on the Financial Centre intersection is slow moving. Thanks, this is exactly what I was looking for.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 17:03
Bad memories flooding back of entering onto Beach Ro Satwa end at 9pm, arriving at Palm end at 3pm... With no... Way... Out! Shudder. AmyAus, could you please clarify? I'm planning to drive from Jum. 1 to Palm around 8pm tonight. What do you mean when you say you arrivés at 3 pm???
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 16:56
Breathalisers do save lives by catching those endangering themselves and others, telling people to be careful of them does not, they just risk lives on another road. I disagree AmyAus. I'd much prefer that people were warned they might get caught so make the decision to not get behind the wheel in the first place than they drive thinking they will be ok and then get caught. Because unless they get caught before pulling out the driveway then they are going to be travelling at least some distance before getting stopped. I'd rather they drive no distance at all. I share your opinion Daza. Better be warned!
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 12:20
Sorry for getting back to my original post and question: Any advice on traffic from The Palm to Jumeirah on New Years Eve between 1 and 2 am?? Is it doable at all?
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 09:41
Lexyberry, did you take a boat tour ad well?
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 09:39
I don't find this reassuring at all. Apparently these groups feel confident and safe enough to operate from UAE. And with hardly any (visible) security at public places, be it malls, concerts or any other place, there are plenty of targets here. No, not reassuring.
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 16:53
Thanks Oopsie. My husband also says ask her. But who will say no to an all-paid-for holiday to see their family? i have to be 100 percent sure i can manage without her before giving her the option. In that case it's a theoretical question, as you are the only one who knows if you can manage.
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 16:49
And here I am, thinking it was going to be a juicy maids thread :)
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 16:16
I believe it is very kind of you to consider letting her go for a week. I am sure you can do without her for such a short period of time. Your house won't be falling down on you, especially if your mum s going to be there. So why not let your maid choose? She didn't want to go a month a go, maybe she still won't.
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 11:06
Just for clarity - why is " our duty" in your title? As in "our duty (the women's) to work on the marriage.
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 10:49
Fine Dining has vouchers. For sure! Check again.
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 10:46
For me it is The Green Mile - absolutely breaks my heart but is such a fantastic film, I can't watch it anymore because it makes me so sad! Me too, it was on TV a couple of weeks ago and I couldn't bare watching. Too sad!
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 09:24
There's only one metro line, so you should be oke there. But bare in mind that even 200 meters walking will be #### during the hot summer months.
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 09:19
You should always be able to change your return date when booking on the internet. Change fee on Emirates was however pretty stiff last time I booked: € 350
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 09:16
Sorry to see you back here under such sad circumstances. With all stress involved in moving back and starting live all over, this must be a terrible strain. I believe that if you, as you say, forgo children to stay with your husband, there will come a moment in time where you resent him for this. I am not saying you should leave him. You should however decide which is more important to you, children or (this) husband. If you love him, no matter what, you will eventually grow over your desire for children. If you don't love him no matter what, you will always wonder what if.... Since the IVF went wrong only recently, he might need some time to get used to the adoption idea. For some 'broody" men it's really a macho thing to want their own. I have a friend just like that, but after many IVF attempts and a lot of convincing from her side he finally "gave in" and they went down the adoption road. They are now waiting for their first child and he is just as exited as she is. So maybe he just needs some time? I hope the new year will bring you and DH the wisdom you so much need to deal with this dilemma.
 
 
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