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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 10:00
But that's just it: She is NOT your daughter, she is your employee and an independent adult. Your house is not her home, it's her living arrangement that comes with the job. I would think that on their day and night of, any maid would maybe enjoy not being arounfpd the house and family. They need a break every week, just a we happily close the door to our offices on a Thursday night. Sorry but she is not an independent adult - she is a domestic servant who you are solely responsible for. In that case, next time I go out with my girlfriends and stay the night, I will ask DH for permission. Sorry, but being a sponsor doesn't mean you own the other person. Be it domestic servant or spouse.
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 09:45
Ceramic Painting. Saw a cafe in Festival City that was offering that. Or go see a movie.
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 09:38
I would just say no, the same way I've said no to my daughters when it came to sleeping over at someone house. Its the way I was brought up and its still culturally relevent here - if you have your own 'home' then why do you need to sleep somewhere else unless you're on a holiday or away for a break. But that's just it: She is NOT your daughter, she is your employee and an independent adult. Your house is not her home, it's her living arrangement that comes with the job. I would think that on their day and night of, any maid would maybe enjoy not being arounfpd the house and family. They need a break every week, just a we happily close the door to our offices on a Thursday night. To the OP: make sure she knows what she can and cannot do, explain the rules, regulations and consequences in this country and ask to meet the aunty, if only to ease your mind.
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 00:21
It is beyond me why your DH is still giving this lady the benefit of the doubt. Why would you be paying for her overstay. You do not owe her anything, so if I were you I would report her absconded ASAP. With respect to the passport: as far as I know it is possible to have it whilst under process. Immigration only needs a copy. After it is processed they need it one day, to stamp etc. In the meantime it can be with the (prospective) sponsor.
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 09:01
If you are used to Oman, you can certainly take the heat in Sharm El Sheikh. It's really not that bad, and the Red Sea stays cool as opposed to the Oman and UAE coastal waters.
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 08:51
So you threw a party and didn't invite us? We would have happily washed them for you ;) lol!!!! party is tomorrow.....want to wash the new glasses before giving them to my guests Sorry, no time today. Have to go out and buy a new bed. It needs changing and my maid has her day off. :)
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 08:44
Hi! There is no law here about this. You can leave a 2 year-old at home all day if you want. Not without the wrath of the ladies on this forum upon you you can't. But true, I don't think the authorities would care.
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 08:42
So you threw a party and didn't invite us? We would have happily washed them for you ;)
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 20:19
10% in restaurants is oke. For the driver in your example, I think 10JD would be appropriate. Same for tour guides etc. Have a great trip.
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 18:55
Oh Nomad, what a sad day this must be for you. My thoughts are with you and your family. Nobody in their right mind should ever drink and drive. It still happens too often.
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 10:41
Dear Sami, congratulations. Thinking of you and your little girl. Take care, xx
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 10:08
I'm never happy when it's cloudy here, but am particularly ****** off with it happening on my birthday :( Happy Birthday simpleas. Think sunny!
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 07:54
I agree with DH, taking away her phone is too strict. She works 7am to 8pm? That is 13 hours. You really cannot expect anyone to refrain from personal calls that long every day. I would tell her she cannot use the phone whilst minding the children. I see no harm in taking calls when she is cleaning (as long as the work gets done).
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 07:39
Aah, sorry to hear that. Not a nice way to start your holidays. Maybe you can have them paint Easter eggs (if you haven't already done that!). Then let each hide a bunch for the other. Should keep them occupied for some time. Anyway, all the best for DD.
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 22:24
I fully agree with Gorobattie: everyone has to make their own decision on the balance between childcare and work, and it will be different for all. What strikes me is that quite a few posters mention that being a working mum is sooo hard in Dubai. That is nonsense! Being a working mum is hard. Period. Schoolruns, homework, out of school activities, same in most countries. If anything, it is easier in Dubai considering the extreme low costs of hiring a nanny or maid. This makes up for the lack of close family to help with childcare. In the end all these things will have to be taken into account while deciding where to live, what hours to work and how to balance the little time you have with kids as well.
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Latest post on 06 April 2012 - 13:01
As her English is only just OK, I have arranged for her very good English / Sri Lankan friend to come over on Friday evening to be our translator ! Why not send her to English classes?
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 10:03
Depends what you are looking for. If you go to the beach resorts, they are the same as everywhere else, so luxurious etc. If however you want to explore the country, meet the people and experience the culture and lifestyle, it's a whole different ballgame and yes, most likely it will (still) be old and worn out. I went 15 years ago, and honoustly, that is part of the charm of Cuba. It may have changed, but not very much as far as I have heard.
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 09:46
beautiful! I'd heard of it, but hadn't actually heard yet. Thanks for posting.
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 08:43
Sorry, I cannot help with the ride. All I want to say is congratulations on your new job. Hope al works out and that you're feeling better. Good luck to you.
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 19:28
Good to hear it worked out well. Agree, it's a great opportunity for all to get to know each other.
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 07:59
I contacted housekeepingco before and their service looks good,however I was quoted 7k for a training course for my HB !! Wow, for that money I will come and train her, Cheeky G
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 17:30
Really funny. :):)
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 07:55
Same here.
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 07:52
Bump
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 07:17
www.housekeepingco.com Apart from providing maids, the also train "underperforming" maids.
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 07:13
Maryam, sorry to hear it didn't work out. :(. Since you have already been in contact with her previous sponsor, why not call him again to hear his side of the story. If he did send her back and you like her, you can always decide on flying her back yourself. And with regards to finding a helper, I found my lady through an add that was placed on EW classifieds by her former employer. At least it is some reference, if an employer is willing to do that, so maybe try and find one that way? Good luck.
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 11:01
I would really love to. But I know I will get so attached to the puppies I will not be able to let them go. And before you know it I have a permanent puppy/dog.
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 10:58
Just call early bird they have a website can order over Internet they do Masafi can get it delivered within 1 hour if u pay abit extra, Wow, that's an excellent tip. Just placed my first order. Delivery within the hour for 12 AED. No point in dragging bottles and cans from Spinneys anymore. Thanks!
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 10:09
We live in Arabian Ranches and were forced by law to remove all of our Damas tress. Our garden now looks horrible but I totally understand the damage these trees were causing to the neighbours. These trees are now illegal to plant in the UAE unless you are out in the desert. They are totally banned especially in Emmar properties. In that case I guess the garden souk guys as well as the landscaper/gardeners haven caught on yet!
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 08:36
Meridien Airport Hotel has a lovely green outside area with different choices of restaurants.
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 07:58
A similar thread earlier this year, saved me from this misery. Our gardner proposed a quick fix for covering the water tank in our garden. He brought 15 Damas trees. When I asked him what trees they were, I had him take them out immediately. When I asked him about the problem he said yes yes, but he apparently didn't care. So for all of you landscaping a new garden, be careful, all gardeners love them!
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 11:07
Must have missed that thread. Thanks. Most are on Sunday, which for DH is a working day. Will look further into Friday Easter Brunch, probably most regular ones will add the odd Easter egg or Bunny anyway.
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 09:13
I don't have kids of my own, but every year we take my sister 's kids skiing. During the 10 hout drive they cannot get enough of the remake of Smokey's Alice, Alice, who THE **** is Alice. They don't actually sing the **** word, but almost choke giggling every time it comes by. Not very educational, I know, but great fun :)
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 08:59
Makes one feel so powerless, I get your frustration but there's nothing you can do really. Just get it t of your system and enjoy your new villa.
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 07:51
sure it was a physio? ;) That thought did cross my mind, but hey, DH is happy, my garden is finished so I'm happy. So who cares...:)
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 07:46
Still raining in Jumeirah 1, I'm dancing in it.......
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 07:43
DH and I had been working in the garden all day yesterday. So after a nice BBQ DH realizes his back and shoulders are completely "stuck". Would there be a physiotherapist open on Beach or Wasl. Naaah, it't 11 pm on a Friday night I tell him, no chance. He goes and tries anyway and guess what, plenty of physio's open who will take you without an appointment. Still can't believe it!!
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 07:37
... and with pajama parties?!! [url=http://www.desismileys.com/'>[img'>http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_0522.gif[/img'>[/url'> (which reminds me, we haven't seen gorobattie for a while now!!!) She is probably still busy cleaning up the mess from the party you ladies threw her! ;)
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 07:14
Raindrops (not too many, but still smelling lovely) in Jumeirah1!!!
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 00:16
personally I have no experience with this, but your plan seems very generous and well thought through. I would think your maid would be quit happy with the arrangement.
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Latest post on 30 March 2012 - 08:33
Do not buy a European or American SUV. They don't make cars with specs especially for the Gulf region, so you will have an AC unfit for these circumstances. All Japanese brands do Gulf specs, so with Toyota, Mitsubishi or Nissan you'll be all right. Edited to add American. edited by Oopsiedaisy on 30/03/2012 I disagree. We imported both of our cars from the states when we moved here and both have excellent a/c. Our Honda Odyssey Touring has 3 rows of a/c and gets cold right away and our GMC Envoy has two rows of a/c and individual climate control and it also gets cold quickly. Well, the Honda is Japanese. GMC I don't know of, sorry if I was mistaken. In general though the Japanese cars are best in this climate.
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Latest post on 30 March 2012 - 08:13
Second Beebers. As a city SF has so much more to offer then LA. Just wandering around the streets, the crookedest street in the world, the painted ladies, is soo wonderful. LA has Hollywood, Disneyland and the studio's, that's basically it. So if you can, I would spent 2 more nights in SF.
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Latest post on 30 March 2012 - 08:03
What hospital is he at? I'm currently trying to find a surgeon to do a hernia repair. Thanks :). DubaiCat, just something to maybe think about: in Holland we hardly perform any hernia operations anymore. The general opinion is that the same, or most likely even better results can be gained through physiotherapy. Maybe you have already tried and decided on the surgery, but if you haven't, it might be worth a go.
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Latest post on 30 March 2012 - 07:53
I will check that, I believe we also wrote our usage down somewhere, but even still, in one of the threads it mentioned that DEWA came along and changed the meters because they were supposedly not working. And how about the green zone, haven't figured that out yet. Is it nighttime? Can you tell me how it worked?
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Latest post on 30 March 2012 - 07:49
Do not buy a European or American SUV. They don't make cars with specs especially for the Gulf region, so you will have an AC unfit for these circumstances. All Japanese brands do Gulf specs, so with Toyota, Mitsubishi or Nissan you'll be all right. Edited to add American. <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 30/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 30 March 2012 - 07:43
There is also one opposite the Big flag in Jumeriah 1 When?? i would also love more info about this one please! Can anyone confirm if and when there is a farmers market in Jumeirah?? TIA
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Latest post on 30 March 2012 - 07:39
Same here, just got my first bill, 417 AED for a 5 bedroom villa. I am dreading that a huge mistake has been made, and that somehow we will get a nasty surprise later in the year. Have been reading the threads on this forum, and the amount seems to good to be true.
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 17:17
I've seen them at ACE Festival City.
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 10:51
There is also one opposite the Big flag in Jumeriah 1 When??
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 08:44
I have always had live out helpers. My experience is that you have to basivcally "force" them to drink or eat anything at all during the day. Most don't even like the food we have. Depending on your and her nationality. I would sit her down, tell her she is free to help herself to coffee, tea, water (and soda/juice). Fruits, crackers etc. Most likely she will not eat it. I always ask her what food she likes, so I can buy it. Never had a decent answer, so I buy cookies and they seem to love them. Breakfast and dinner is taken at home, so it's really snacks only during the day. HTH
 
 
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