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Latest post on 04 December 2011 - 09:40
I picked up the guide last week - it goes through to May 2012...do you want anything in particular/ any dates to know whats on? (Sorry, a few to many to list out:\:)
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Latest post on 01 December 2011 - 18:09
Thank you Ladies...Panic over! Unbelievably, after days and days of looking I happened to be in the Oasis Centre today and there was a stack there hidden from view! You wouldn't believe how many stores I'd tried and been told they were no longer available, then all these turn up...typical. Thanks again. I'm happy with 4 more pressies now purchased (and an extra one for me;-) :cool:
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Latest post on 01 December 2011 - 13:49
Thanks Sue, I will look there, or TRY calling!
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Latest post on 01 December 2011 - 11:00
The best thing I did was go along to an EW coffee morning... invaluable advice from ladies who 'have been there' and can help, or know where to go for help, with just about anything! You meet some lovely people and hopefully will make some new friends to do things with. Good luck, and welcome!
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Latest post on 01 December 2011 - 10:57
Whilst you are in a Starbucks over the next week or two, would you please look out for the mugs on sale of Dubai (large mugs with Dubai on them in creams and browns)? I am trying to get 4 to take for my girlfriends back home (in joke;) and suddenly, having seen them everywhere, now can't find any!! If you would ask them to hold them for me and I will collect asap, then let me know, or just let me know and I will dash off for them...I will be eternally grateful:) Hoping the lovely EW Ladies can help me in my quest...Many thanks in advance...
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Latest post on 24 November 2011 - 08:47
BTW Sugarbeach, thought you might like to know, I had a response from Kodak help. Apparently there are some bugs in their new upload software, but these are being ironed out and there are alternative methods on their site, just none I've used before so didn't think to try...! I panicked too soon, as usual!:) Are you a tog Sugarbeach - saw your link to the Telegraph Pic of the day...?
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Latest post on 23 November 2011 - 15:37
Thanks Ladies. I will try the network thingy. I did notice they've changed their software recently, Sugarbeach. I wondered if that was possibly something to do with it. I have used them for years and found them excellent - I'm a photographer - which was why I was devastated last night when I couldn't upload!! Mama Maria and bowel - I have used moonpig since being here (recent!) and their cards are great, but the cost if doing all my Christmas cards on there...:-0. Thanks again for all your help.
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 10:11
This website - Redhousebooks .co.uk (filtered to 7+ books for you at this link) http://www.redhouse.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/qs_category_tbp?storeId=10151&catalogId=18201&langId=100&categoryId=&filters=2a4 is great for popular reading books for children. You could always order from them too if you Aramex them - very good prices.
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 09:33
I dont think a houseboy is an idea not to consider solely because he is male What age are your sons? Personally i would have tried to ensure that the lady is indeed the wife by checking their documents. My boys are between 6 and 10. They are not quiet, either. Good point re wife. She is bringing some docs to me this week, I will ask her to bring hers too, so I can check. Anything else I could do to reassure?
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 09:31
Thank you so much Ladies. You have made me feel so much better about this and given me good advice on ensuring things go smoothly. It's so culturally different, it's a bit of a minefield! I do want the HB to look after the children -and occassionally babysit - so I don't have to drag them all to each other's activities, but only once I am comfortable with him being around and I can see he's ok with them. I do have all boys, which is slightly different, but I am still aware that is no guarantee. J Shepherd - would you leave your girl with a Maid? And would you allow anyone to babysit - HB or Maid?
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 09:01
Good ole 'Good Housekeeping' magazine recommends freezing clothing for 24 hours in a sealed plastic bag! You need to methodically go through your entire wardrobe as this is the only way to kill the larvae that are doing the damage. Mothballs, tea tree oil and cedar woodonly keep the moths away; it's the larvae that do the damage. There is a severe increase in moth infestation, I was reading, and if your infestation is so bad, the only true way to stop it is to fumigate using a pest control service - this apparently involves fumigating the entire house twice, 2 or 3 weeks apart if I remember correctly. But that's a serious load of chemicals in the house then. I've put up with it (they mainly eat the children's clothes!!) and it doesn't seem to be getting any worse for me. Good luck.
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 08:53
Yes, DH is sometimes away and more often than not works long hours. I hadn't thought about 'having another man around when DH isn't' except as just that... someone to help out, so it doesn't bother me. I should say that although the Maids quarters are within the house, they can be separate and have a separate, external, entrance, so it's not like he has to be always within our living space and I shall be very specific about that. Once he's off duty, so to speak, I shall not expect to see him except in an emergency. Is that risky, or should I be so specific and lock the door? That to me would imply that I don't trust him and be even worse!
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Latest post on 30 October 2011 - 23:01
A very nice, genteel, respectful sort of chap. His English wasn't great, but I met him with his wife, and he was very respectful of her too (I watched them a couple of minutes before making myself known to them). His wife was friendly, but very respectful also (far too chatty for me to have around!). I watched him with my children the second time we met - who chatted away to him twenty to the dozen - and I felt very comfortable of him with them. I really felt he wanted the job and would do exactly what I wanted him to, which was why I went away from a few of my so called 'pre-requisites' of very good English, previous experience and contactable refs!!!
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Latest post on 30 October 2011 - 22:02
I know - I couldn't believe it when I saw all the winter stuff arrive in the shops. I asked a shop assistant who wears that sort of thing in Dubai, and she said visitors to Dubai...when they get home;-)
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Latest post on 30 October 2011 - 21:59
No, no more naive than your friend is paranoid.........not to mention totally ignorant of the way the world works in places outside "home". In many many parts of the world it is perfectly normal to have home help of either ***...... for these chaps it is economic necessity, not a sign of possible perversion. Was just discussing with DH today the tragedy of Western society which has condemned a generation of children, especially boys, to a lack of the role models in their everyday life which previous generations enjoyed. Today any non parental male interaction with children is viewed as risky, so sad. We have had some wonderful houseboys over the years. Thank you! You know, I feel the same. It is very sad. I used to help out at school and we weren't even allowed to help them physically if they needed it. It makes me quite angry. But like I say, I am naive about these things - it simply doesn't occur to me to worry unless it's pointed out - or maybe just very trusting!
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Latest post on 30 October 2011 - 21:54
I think it should work out ok. Is your friend used to the concept of having help around the house? No, A Rancher, she's always resisted live-in help, even though she needs it (I don't know how she manages!) I know she's extremely cautious - to the point of being a tad rude sometimes, in my opinion - but it was the seed she sewed about it that got me thinking!!
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Latest post on 30 October 2011 - 21:43
Yes, sorry, we are sponsoring and she is with another family. No, they will not be living together, though I am happy for her to come over on his day off (is this allowed???)
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Latest post on 21 October 2011 - 20:20
We have done the Marriott at County Hall twice - it is magical. You have a meal in the beautiful restaurant, then just before midnight go out onto the private terrace with a glass of champagne and watch the fireworks as Big Ben across the river strikes 12. It is the most amazing fireworks display and so special. Good luck though. We booked in Feb last time!!
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Latest post on 21 October 2011 - 20:15
Top books for my three were anything by Julia Donaldson (and still are!) and 'Goodnight Moon'. I love that book!!
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Latest post on 18 October 2011 - 21:07
We came over recently and our removers were useless with information. The only thing the told us absolutely was not allowed was the Kama Sutra !!! :\: Having assured them I didn't have a copy hidden amongst any items, they proceeded to pack everything! I took out any liquids and foodstuffs, which we'd been advised not to pack, and anything bearing an inflammable sign (the product, not the sign!!). I packed all medicines in a vanity case which came with us and I declared at the check in desk, and it went priority handling. They mentioned candles might not stand the journey, but wasfed up of giving stuff away and packed them anyway. They all arrived ok. One suggestion - get them to handle lampshades with extra care! Everyone I speak to has mashed shades and it's soooo hard to find them here. I've spent half the day traipsing round Dubai Mall and got some only to find they don't have the same fixing!!! Good luck.
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 13:29
'When your kids are the least loveable is the time when they need the most love". Must remember this...great quote... <em>edited by Perces on 16/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 12:52
Just wanted to send good wishes your way...really feel for you. My 5 yo is a handful and I know his is an attention thing combined with huge confidence - he's the youngest of 3! Just another factor though, I remember my other 2 having real 'phases' at 7 and I seem to remember reading that there is a major testosterone surge at this age, which can confuse them and affect behaviour. x
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 10:36
I know I've got to toughen up a bit on this... so glad EW is here for us to get advice;) Will speak to the MIL of this chap - she has his passport copy and cv. Is it ok to trial one in your home, thinking about legalities??
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 10:16
His MIL said she'd train him up to do anything he couldn't do, but which I wanted him to do... She's nice, very good at ironing!! She's been a maid 16 years... I'd have to bring him in from SL - she said on a visit visa. But what's involved in that? I'd need to pay a ticket and keep him once here, and then get his visa sorted once here.. Is that right? That makes it more expensive, I guess? I think I might be better having a house boy, the more I think about it. I used to manage men in a factory and found them infinitely easier than women to manage, LOL! I would be outnumbered then, though...! Ha. Thanks for any advice Ladies, very welcome...
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Latest post on 15 October 2011 - 21:26
Yes please!!! Hope it's not too late. If you wouldn't mind calling me on we can arrange to meet up, if that's ok? Thanks. <em>edited by Perces on 18/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 15 October 2011 - 08:53
Bumping! Anyone now not able to make it and like to sell their ticket??
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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 22:41
As a photographer (lifestyle photography - childrten and families) I always advise to wear what feels comfortable and natural. You want the pics to reflect you and your family as you are. You are capturing the image of you all in the here and now. Unless you have a reason for wanting to dress up (daughters prom/ engagement/ older relative gift) I'd always say go casual. As for coordinating, think about where the pic is intended for and choose colours to blend with decor if that is important to you. Think about toning with the rest of the family - not necessarily doing the denim and white shirts for all, but just ensuring no one wears something that will completely take the eye in the image, most of all enjoy the session! Your photographer should guide you and help you relax so your families characters show through. Have fun!
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Latest post on 11 September 2011 - 22:33
Sat at my desk in the UK, heavily pregnant with my first child, surfing the net whilst eating lunch... DH was on a plane (over the UK) and I remember the panic I felt. I just wanted all my loved ones to be safe at home. Particularly poignant is the silence in the normally bustling office - no phones ringing in, no chatter, just a few whispers into mobile phones to family members, and mutterings of sheer disbelief.
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Latest post on 11 September 2011 - 22:27
Two of my boys had this - just to add to the info, it likes the 'damper' regions of a child's body, so my 2 had them particularly grouped under the arms and behind the knees. They are not painful unless they start to itch and scratch the tops off, so using something cooling on them in this climate might help, like calomine with aqueous creme. It's amazing though, the way they disappear - almost overnight! Good luck.
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 23:14
Oh I am so pleased to find some other scrappers... sorry you're so far away Sanddy_Dogg. I too will be happy to host crops - once we have a place we can call home, LOL!! It's a great way to share tips and techniques. I am no expert, but I love scrapping with others as it's motivating and stops me getting sidetracked with laundry;-) What's the best way to get together? I don't know how to PM on here?? <em>edited by Perces on 04/09/2011</em>
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 08:16
Great, will do! Let's keep in touch. Where are you from?
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Latest post on 03 September 2011 - 00:29
How funny I just logged on to ask about casserole dishes :) http://www.lecreuset.co.uk/cast-iron-round-casseroles.aspx Le Creuset are everywhere in the UK at the moment (or Ive not noticed them before) I was wondering if anyones used them before? edited by tally-ho on 02/09/2011 Tally-ho - Le Crauset are fabulous to cook with, particlarly the ovenware, but I had to get rid of all mine as they were just too darned heavy!!
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 14:46
Found it in Google Help (first time for everything!!). If you are having similar problems this is a good help page as people have posted help for other bits too... http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/blogger/thread?tid=1c15623bd4de8958&hl=en Thanks, Perces
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 14:18
Hi - was it Paper Lane on the Beach Road in Jumeria 1. I think that is Town Centre and is def on Level 2. I am new - 4 days - but located this on my reccie visit as I am a scrapbook addict! It has good supplies though don't specifically remember Mod Podge. If you don't find it let me know as I have a supplier in the UK who I will inevitably be sending to for my fave bits if I can't find them!
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Latest post on 01 September 2011 - 13:35
Thanks Natalie. Just tried and it's done the same. So frustrating. Anyone else help, please?
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Latest post on 31 August 2011 - 02:47
Google Blogspot, thanks, Dentro. Simple English please - I'm defo not techie;-)
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Latest post on 26 August 2011 - 16:04
Help! Got married in Mauritius and had cert attested back there last month. Hubby at UAE embassy this morn inLondon told it needs to go to the Foreign and Commonwealth office, but they sent it back to us this week saying they don't legalise foreign docs. Going backwards and forwards and due to fly out Sunday. Any help ASAP?? Please??
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Latest post on 19 August 2011 - 15:19
Sorry I started this!! Apologies for going silent but my Internet got cut off too early! Thanks to everyone who offered advice. I am coming from the UK and am taking my little girl to a friend who will foster her for the time being. We will see the situation for ourselves and once settled in a home will look at whether our lifestyle there is suited to bringing her out, and see how cats cope with the stress. I hope I will do what's best for her. See you in Dubai!! Perce
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Latest post on 11 August 2011 - 01:05
No Sema lina! She's not a last thought. We'd agreed not to take her and a friend was to have her, but he backed out and now I don't want to leave her behind with just anyone, but my heart says it's not fair on her. Our house sitter comes to stay when we're away, but she's in shared accom here so can't have her. A friend here would foster her til we can bring her out, if that's what we decide. So, my question is, do they fair ok and Chocs01, what do you mean about leaving Dubai? Can they not go back from there?
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Latest post on 10 August 2011 - 17:50
Hi. I'm a newbie - we are 2 weeks off Dubai and still can't decide whether to bring our housecat. She's a beautiful 5 year old persian cross but I worry about the tie for us travelling (we have a housesitter here) and how she will be with the journey and the heat... Any advice very welcome. Thanks, Perce
 
 
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