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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 12:43
the guys in the antique museum in al quoz do great framing. i was in there once when a lady came in to collect her items one of which was a silk carpet and she was absolutely delighted with it. It looked stunning. Thanks Claire. I'd never heard of this place but plan to go there tonight (if I manage to find it, which, according to threads on EW might turn out to be a challenge in itself):\:
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 10:31
Cafe mOre
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 10:07
I know there have been threads about good framers, but does anyone have good experience with having a silk carpet framed?
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 09:43
Yeah, but when, when when??? And what until then? I live near the zoo and feel very sorry for the poor animals every single day.
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 09:36
Come on AnonDubai - you can do better than that! She has a face like a smacked a*se. And the layer of foundation on her face... Looks like my weekend breakfast without the Nutella! Oh come on! VB is really pretty. No she's not, she's way too skinny to be even remotely pretty.
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 09:00
My favorite in Beirut would be "the Albergo Hotel". It's in Achrafyie, the okder part of Beirut with many restaurants and shops at walking distance. A a lovely boutique hotel, but quit expensive.
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 08:24
For things to do in Amsterdam, do a search for "Amsterdam". There was a thread on EW last week with plenty suggestions. There are so many hotels in central as stet am, it really depends on your budget. NH Hotels is a chain that springs to mind. It has a few outlets in Amsterdam, and I believe prices are reasonable. Do bear in mind that Amsterdam has the highest room prices in Europe!! As for Belgium: personally I prefer Antwerp and Brugues over Brussels. <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 14/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 08:03
I have Bonbini (www.bonbinibc.com). They have dutch owners, so they know how to clean a window ;)
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 07:54
I am not from Austria, so I cannot comment on the specifics. All things you mention are however very readily available in Austria (don't know about the specific brands). Depending on the area you will be going to the prices will vary (Vienna and Salzburg will be comparable to Dubai, whereas the prices in the little mountain villages tend to be higher due to logistics and lack of competition). Pampers for sure are there. Don't go carrying them with you. You needs loads in 2 weeks. I reckon, it will not be worth the extra baggage and hassle. Have fun, you'll have a great time.
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 07:47
already or still?
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 07:45
The Netherlands? There was an thread a few days ago with lots of suggestion for Amsterdam and The Hague with children. If you have 2 weeks you could combine it with a few days in Belgium, the coast there is lovely!
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 22:08
It's NOT legal to have a live-out maid on her husband's visa. You will have to sponsor her yourself. We have no timing in her contract, but agreed upon full flexibility. It so depends on your individual situation, when do you need her, how many hours do you need her. How far away from your house does she live.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 13:39
I can absolutely recommend getting married in Vegas :) Well then sirenbritbabe, off you go. Good Luck.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 13:37
As far as I'm concerned, nobody is ever out of anybody's league. If there's a connection, it's there, if there isn't...well. That being said I wonder what it is you see in him. Your description of both of your caracters seems miles apart. On the other hand, you have nothing to loose, so take up the invitations to the parties he's likely to attend and go for it.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 11:44
Sent mine to Balance Cafe and L'atelier des chefs classes several times for the past 1 year. They give copy of recipes after the classes. Thanks! Both look very promising. Will get her started this week :)
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 11:30
Don't report it. Take it and go ;)
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 11:28
earlybird.ae are great! There's no charge if you have the delivery during their regular day (Thursday in Umm Suqeim). Any other day they charge 14 AED for delivery within 1 hour. But they don't do fresh, like milk and bread, only soda's, cookies, chips, detergent etc. eta: The laundry people at Mercator (behind Spinneys cash registers) also do pick up and delivery. Don't know their name, I think it is Champion <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 13/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 11:16
Same problem, and anxious to see any suggestions !
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 11:00
Excellent suggestion, thanks. That could certainly be another way to get her started! Will still be interested in suggestions for cooking classes though.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 10:41
The application form for the (re)new visa should be enough to get the Emiratedps ID done. Then, with the proof op Emirates ID application, you can get the visa processed.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 09:47
We cut our grass once a week. We water it for 15 minutes every evening (after sunset). thanks for this. 15 mins seems alot, is that a sprinkler system or are you hosing? Sprinkler system, maybe not 15, but surely 10 minutes, once a day.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 09:19
lol GM you are such a meany keeping NiP hanging for so long :D She's only doing it to keep her awake.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 09:18
We cut our grass once a week. We water it for 15 minutes every evening (after sunset).
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 08:14
am on third coffee as I have to drive DS to playgroup soon. Think I might come home and go to bed or I just won't be able to function That's a recipy for another sleepless night, though.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 08:03
ugh I'm so tired I'd believe anything anybody said on here today thanks :) In that case........ a long shopping spree involving lot's of CC's is a great way to survive a jet lag ;) Whatever you do, drink lots of water.
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 07:59
Las Vegas? ;)
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Latest post on 13 May 2012 - 07:24
Hmm, very strange? Anyway, thanks. Welcome back, hope your mum is on the mend. We missed you here!
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 20:12
Your DH is a wise man...... Have a drink, and enjoy your weekend. I know you are both right but still.....what's so wrong about expecting common decency? And by letting it go doesn't that just mean he'll do it next time? edited by Catawba KSE on 10/05/2012 Nothing!! But some people are just like that. Even if you don't let go, he will do it again.
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 19:50
Your DH is a wise man...... Have a drink, and enjoy your weekend.
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 19:43
Road trip to Oman with friends. Have a good weekend all of you.
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 19:37
:):)
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 18:20
AXA if you ask me.
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 09:08
Dragon Mart sells flexible rails that can be adjusted to the curves. You can attach them to the wall, or the ceiling, depending on which they will sell you the 'attach thingies'.
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 17:38
It 's extra, indeed 5% of the annual rent, to be paid in installments with your DEWA bill
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 16:16
Madurodam, a miniature city where landmarks from Holland can all be viewed in a couple of hours. Recently renovated to entertain today's kids in an interactive way.(@Marroosh: it's NOT in Rotterdam) **hangs head in shame** :P But still blushing I hope? ;);)
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 16:13
I am from The Hague, lovely things to do there as well: 1. Panorama Mesdag, A giant circular painting of the Dutch coast, that makes you feel as if you're in it. 2. Madurodam, a miniature city where landmarks from Holland can all be viewed in a couple of hours. Recently renovated to entertain today's kids in an interactive way.(@Marroosh: it's NOT in Rotterdam) 3. Scheveningen, our beautiful beach 4. Mauritshuis, a lovely small museum with all the Dutch Masters. Because of it's size, you will be able to "do" it within the hour and still give your kids a sense of the old Dutch painters 5. Binnenhof, Vredespaleis 6. Every Thursday there is a nice antiques market on "Lange Voorhout" 7. And don't forget to just get in a tram, and have a ride from city center to the beach. Most kids love it! Enjoy! <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 09/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 14:21
Oh Kristina, that is so so awful. I feel your pain. Please don't be too hard on yourself, you had every right intention!
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 14:15
If you have been feeding it for a few months, you're probably the only home she has/knows by now.:(
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 07:39
I bought it at "Milk&Honey" on The Palm this weekend. Now my question would be: where can I buy fresh scones?
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 17:40
Are you like me? Following this thread with interest to see if they all will ever meet up! :-P Yep: 2211 reads, 45 replies, and no happy ending yet. :)
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 17:30
SD, thank you!! It's done. (Maybe "older" is indeed too flattering for the likes of me:))
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 17:24
Well the clue is in the word " older" :D Which apparently has different meanings to different people. What I find "older" seems to be "foot in the grave" for the younger posters! ;)
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 13:47
I use "Bocage" Cream from Lancome. No wet spots at all. :)
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 10:45
Ladies, am I the only one to notice that this thread is 3 years old and revived by someone with 2 posts on her name, advertising Homecenter?! :\: I didn't spot the date - but did wonder what made you think she works for HomeCentre? Why would any new poster revive a 3 years old thread out of the blue and answer "red and bold"?
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 10:39
Ladies, am I the only one to notice that this thread is 3 years old and revived by someone with 2 posts on her name, advertising Homecenter?! :\:
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 09:53
I don't have a problem reporting him if it is a fine as punishment, his behaviour was unjustified, but if it wasn't a fine i.e. Prison then I would struggle to do that if he had children and a wife here. My heart says one thing the head another. As in most other countries, the judges will decide on the punishment. If we start deciding whether or not to turn people in, depending on the punishment they may get, that's the world upside down. So follow your head in this one.
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 09:48
It's sad but true. So you might as well start getting used to it. :(
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 07:03
Yes have him in his full glory as clear as day. I wasn't taken pictures, the camera runs video automatically so there was no wreckless driving on my side. I understand in AD that they are encouraging people to take such footage in order to get people. If I knew he had no family here I wouldn't hesitate in handing it over. What does him having family here has to do with it? He didn't seem to care about your DD being in the car.
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 14:50
Haha Scorpion DOADA: I guess you can tell your boss at Homecenter that after 3 years(!) hdtorr does not need a cocktail shaker anymore. Please, you are too obvious!! <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 06/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 04 May 2012 - 11:41
Yes, so I also heard, but not clear about the details of how that works exactly in practice.......immigration is not going to stamp 2 versions of a contract. edited by Sugarbeach on 04/05/2012 I wonder if the embassy requires a contract stamped by immigration. Wouldn't a contract between sponsor and maid suffice?
 
 
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