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Latest post on 21 November 2021 - 17:46
Hi, I know this an old thread but trying my luck to see if you guys are in the UAE and if you still do freelancing work
This ended up being my friend hiring The Boxtones and the venue was Arabian Ranches - Birdie's Bar.
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Latest post on 08 August 2019 - 15:45
Dr Aryan Shawkat at Parkview
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Latest post on 08 August 2019 - 15:43
I know two friends that used Frank Conroy at American and were very pleased.
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Latest post on 08 August 2019 - 15:38
The Shoe Butler in Barsha are very good standard and cheaper than Ndust who have just raised their prices even higher.
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Latest post on 08 August 2019 - 15:36
Not for a birth, but I have seen Dr Aryan a few times including having a small procedure done and all went well. She is very pleasant and approachable.
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Latest post on 31 July 2016 - 16:47
Best PS is coming to Dubai in the new year totally fab and one of my best friends. Will post his details as soon as he arrives.
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Latest post on 31 July 2016 - 16:45
Hubby is from a different country (which I love to visit), but mum and brother are also in two different countries so this year we went to Spain and had a week with my mum and dad and brother and kids and then ten days with hubby's family, Mum, sister, brother-in law and their kids. It was fab, it's very different being 1 of 9 people for three weeks, but it was so worth it. What do family's fight about?
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Latest post on 31 July 2016 - 16:39
I think it's downright illegal now, you can actually get arrested on the spot according to my friend who was told by a policeman recently...
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Latest post on 21 April 2014 - 10:41
Yes a Filipino paramedic from Al Ain died from a mers-Corona virus. They have quite a number of people in incubation right now as well. I don't think that it is at panic stage right now, but it is something to be aware of. As for schools closing for rain, well, it is against the law for schools to be open if they lose power, running water or cannot operate in a normal manner with all facilities, plus the chaos on the roads when there is flooding leads me to believe that they did the right thing that day. Rain is not a regular occurrence here. It was SPITTING!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 15:38
There are some great sites for DIY costumes, I am in the middle of making a cardboard knights helmet, it's very satisfying :)
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Latest post on 05 March 2014 - 16:55
Is Dr Sandiya still at the uptown clinic? I LOVED her.
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Latest post on 05 March 2014 - 16:54
I can't believe that there are other people with only one child in Dubai, I thought we were freaks, especially as I was practically lambasted by my child's school for his poor social skills due to no sibling interaction. There is an 11 year gap between myself and my sibling so I was pretty much an only child and I turned out OK *swats imaginary fly
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Latest post on 03 February 2014 - 10:49
Can I jump in to ask, when do you know that your child has special needs? I have just been told that my son is being assessed by the special ed guy, but I don't think he is anything other than a slightly naughty boy and believe me when I say I do not look at him through rose tinted specs. Any advice?
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Latest post on 28 January 2014 - 16:10
My friend had one at the Ritz Carlton in Jumeirah, it was lovely :)
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Latest post on 28 January 2014 - 16:07
What are the typical charges for Kids First please?
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Latest post on 28 January 2014 - 10:26
I can't find any reviews on-line and I really would like to hear a testimonial or two before blindly signing up.
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Latest post on 27 January 2014 - 09:55
Does anyone have any feedback from using the Wilson Centre for Children? Thanks in advance!
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Latest post on 23 January 2014 - 11:10
Have you read The Owl Who Was Afraid Of The Dark? I used to be afraid of the dark (and used to suck my thumb, but it was later than 7 when I stopped...) I used to read that book a lot and I think it helped me. I also used to pretend to be afraid of the dark more than I actually was so my Mum would leave the landing light on and I could still read after lights out. I just didn't need much sleep as a child. In wish it was the same now!!!
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Latest post on 23 January 2014 - 11:06
Marta's kitchen?
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Latest post on 08 January 2014 - 14:02
La Parilla in JBH is supposed to be amazing and entertainer vouches are on-line, I'm going this week, can't wait :)
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Latest post on 08 January 2014 - 13:59
How is the breakfast menu? There is nothing on the evening menu that I want to eat, I tried the mackerel and it was horrendous and the crispy fish was only just ok. I didn't fancy anything else. As has been said, the location is glorious, if they would just fix the menu, and maybe add mussels?
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Latest post on 12 December 2013 - 15:54
We got JVC ones in Dubai duty free :)
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Latest post on 27 August 2013 - 12:18
I got mine from Debenhams and I love it, it was in the sale too so very affordable :)
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Latest post on 26 August 2013 - 13:39
Villa Jerami has it's own pool, butler cooks breakfast and the cost includes massages, horse rides and one extra dinner and one extra lunch. Bliss.
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 13:54
Is soft hair still at the pink mall? The lady there was called Jana and she was excellent.
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 13:53
Puzzleworks are very good and reasonably priced, take it from someone who has changed business card suppliers a lot!
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Latest post on 18 August 2013 - 12:33
Flash always do such well organised events, I just wish they had a presence in Dubai! Loved Michael Ball, the show was terrific, and he came across as such a nice guy...
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Latest post on 18 August 2013 - 12:30
Thanks for the Facebook tip I will check it out now :)
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Latest post on 27 May 2013 - 15:38
We went to Dr Gauba/Dr Qasem at Imperial Healthcare in Healthcare city, my DS needed an operation. They are very nice.
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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 13:52
The thing is that I have been informed by JAFZA that we actually can. We paid all visa costs for an employee to then resign after less than two weeks for personal reasons unrelated to the job. It seems unfair that we are out of pocket :(
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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 11:31
Thanks so much Yorky! I am trying to find the rule that states that an employer in JAFZA can claim visa fees back from an employee who doesn't complete the probation and it's not in there! Can you help with this? TIA!
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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 10:58
Bump!
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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 10:19
Please help, I have been googling for hours!
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Latest post on 22 April 2013 - 16:33
I'm really not sure.... What type of food is Sadaf?
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Latest post on 22 April 2013 - 15:20
My DS has been offered a place in FS2, this was after the assessment in March or late Feb. I heard pretty quickly.
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Latest post on 22 April 2013 - 14:34
If you wish to take your email down, I have it :)
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Latest post on 15 April 2013 - 13:41
Hi Polly, I need somewhere to produce food and store it, does barakat lease out space?
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Latest post on 15 April 2013 - 13:34
Hi All, I am reposting to see if anyone is now up who can help! I am STUCK!
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Latest post on 15 April 2013 - 13:32
Thanks ladies!
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Latest post on 15 April 2013 - 10:12
Claire at Toni and Guy, she is sometimes in DIFC and sometimes at the Hyatt, she is brilliant.
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 13:58
Me too! in 13 years I have never struggled with allergies here, but now I have a cough and a red itchy eye and a rash all over my palms that I haven't had since I left the UK!!!! Telfast is a blessing. The pollen has been so bad I just had to take my dog for an antihistamine shot as he was sneezing continuously for three days!
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 13:25
How rude of them, however it can't be the whole contact list as I have been using them from the start and I haven't had a scam message yet.... *phone buzzes
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 13:22
Thanks asti, that is not so great :( What about ones that play at weddings then?
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 12:05
Thanks noddy, I actually already have tickets, I was an early bird and I am so pleased that they are selling well as the more people go to musicals here, the more will come out! We go tomorrow, it was my first musical as a little girl and it will be my sons first musical too!
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Latest post on 11 April 2013 - 11:37
Has anyone been? Is it any good?
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 14:14
We were there in August and it was the rainy season, but only rained at night so was lovely. It was certainly hot though.
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Latest post on 08 April 2013 - 11:01
The Wynn without a doubt!
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Latest post on 04 April 2013 - 15:05
Will this hit Oman? I have outdoor plans in Sohar!!!
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Latest post on 04 April 2013 - 10:01
Has anyone tried Marco Polo Pizza party? Do they bring anything other than Pizzas?
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Latest post on 04 March 2013 - 16:44
My LO went to Wafi with Active Sports - Louise. He is now fearless and I am considering trying to get hold of her for some private lessons. I thought it was worth it.
 
 
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