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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 12:41
Sure! Just hope it gets sorted soon! Will you be leaving Doha? Can I get your child's place in school then???. LOL!!! Sorry..just had to ask!!! Can you see the desperation in my post! I worry too about posting on public forums! All the best to you!
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 12:21
Havent seen you post again....hope all is ok!
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 12:20
I have to og in alomst everytime I want to post! So annoying. W
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 12:18
I thought of that...we hold US passports...friends child holds South African. But this is just one incident I know of personally. Have heard of others as well. I realize that about DESS -since its sponsored by the British Emabssy. Makes sense.
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Latest post on 09 October 2011 - 20:17
Are these the ones that are red on the outside? And non stick? IF so I saw some at Carrefour in City center today? They had Tfal 'Tempo' and one other one.
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Latest post on 09 October 2011 - 13:31
Digging up an old thread..... Saraomar: how did it go finding a job in HR? Im in HR as well...new to Doha but would want to eventually get back to work. Any suggestions/input/advice much appreciated!
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Latest post on 08 October 2011 - 19:31
Thanks Maple for the suggestions! I think I will call them/text. I already gave an invite card last week and sent an email reminder on Thursday. I have about 8 responses. And another 8 to go! :-)
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Latest post on 08 October 2011 - 19:26
SoI went to Lush...got a bit confused though to which one to buy? They had 4 colors of henna...black, dark brown, red and another one? My hair color is more dark brownish/black. I have white hair strands that i was hoping could get a little tinge of color with the henna. The lady there suggested I get a red color first and then a brown one if i wanted a good color? But Im worried with the 'red' henna! ;-) Which one did you buy?
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Latest post on 08 October 2011 - 19:20
I actually really need a 4 bedroom...but I have heard good things about Jeliah! Thanks!
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Latest post on 08 October 2011 - 12:17
Hi Maple... How did the RSVP turn out? Im now in the same boat as you...though I do have a parent class list with contact numbers (circulated to all parents)...but have only received a few responses. Should I assume the others wont come? Or should I call the remaining parents to find out? Need to make goodybags this week..so really need a headcount. What did you do?
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Latest post on 08 October 2011 - 10:59
I tried calling Tawar and went there as well...but they said they were full. Or atleast thats what they told me. This was about 3 weeks ago...so you might have better luck. I know someone who lives there and they like it. If you know of any vacant villas can you let me know too plz! Much appreciated!
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Latest post on 07 October 2011 - 23:10
qatarmpb: Some suggestions in case you havent seen them already: Al Fardan Garden 5 (its right next to y-village) Al Mana Hills (just off of Al-Waab, close to the D-ring) Tameer Village is also pretty nice but almost completely empty but big villas ! Palm City Gardens And another one I saw recently but cant remember the name of...but if I do will post here... Btw...I also wanted to see Beverly Hills Garden 1 ...but since there was no availabilty I wasnt able to see any villas...how did you manage to see them? kiwispiers: Havent really seen anything with grass! Excpet Palm City Gardens had some 3 bedrooms....and a decent garden but were upwards of 12000. If any come to mind will let you know. We just drove around on the weekend to see what was available....that being said we still havent found soemthing that we loved! Good Luck!
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Latest post on 07 October 2011 - 19:08
Sorry Im not much help...but in the same boat as you...we saw y-village as well..liked the villa...but it seemed kind of empty...why werent you sold on Y-village? We've seen tons of compounds in the al-waab area...what are you looking for in a villa? How many bedrooms? etc? I could tell you some names if you tell me what you are looking for? and budget?
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Latest post on 06 October 2011 - 16:01
I even logged in again to reply and I dont get to find out...hehe...j/k ;-) I wish you the best though...and hope that whatever you have going on gets resolved asap! I know how frustrating sometimes things can be here....hang in there!
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Latest post on 06 October 2011 - 11:59
Oh oh...hope its not bad!!! Keep us posted....Im refreshing the page every few mins to see if you've posted ;-)
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 10:29
Thanks! Will check them out. DO you know if they do childrens birthday cakes?
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Latest post on 04 October 2011 - 10:28
ooooh ok!!! I think I saw it actually....did it have a lot of natural products ..soaps etc?
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 18:47
Thanks so much! Where is Lush available? Is it a brand available in Lulu as well? Im guessing I could try applying it myself at home...will need to get some gloves though...
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Latest post on 03 October 2011 - 18:47
Where is this bootcamp?
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Latest post on 02 October 2011 - 21:07
Thank you!!! thank you!!! Very helpful as always!!!
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Latest post on 27 September 2011 - 10:30
Thanks Dan Lou for the links..have looked them up ! Linda Dee: I have heard of Chocolate Fish parties and saw their facebook page...but I think you need a venue where you can host...unfortunatley we are still in a hotel/serviced apt...so dont have any place of our own! Thanks for all your suggestions!
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 17:43
Dan Lou...cant find your post for some reason...can you paste the link here plz!! Much appreciated!!
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 17:33
By outside venues I just meant somewhere other than my home...doesnt necessarily need to be outdoors! We havent moved into a villa -still in temp housing so dont have any means of hosting something at home! Dan Lou....I havent read your earlier post..but have been following you on Maple's post about birthday party ideas! And I must say we are both very much alike! I love hosting birthday parties ...love having a theme..kiddy food and I also enjoy making cakes...Unfortunatley my shipment hasnt arrived and we have just recently arrived in Doha (2 weeks)....so cant really do anything. Im almost debating of not doing anything..just sending donuts into school...but if I can manage something outside then I will try!
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Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 14:26
Just wanted to see if there were some nice party venues in Doha. I was hoping for something less chaotic than Mcdonalds :) but something entertaing and fun. We haven't moved into our villa yet... So can't do anything in a clubhouse. Want it outside somewhere... This is for a boy turning 7.
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Latest post on 24 September 2011 - 01:22
so glad you got the visa sorted! Was just wondering...did your maid stay in Dubai while all this got processed? Or did she have to return to her home country (Sri Lanka)?
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Latest post on 20 September 2011 - 10:05
Dont know if you've already explored this option but thought I would post in case: As I was driving today I saw a small school bus with this name on it: 'Qatar Autism Center and Special Needs'. The website listed was as www.qacsn.com and the ph no I got down was 44643711. I hope its the right number...the bus has stopped at the light and I tried to take it down as fast as I could. Hope this is of some help!
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 17:28
Thanks so much Amy77... <em>edited by Picklz on 18/09/2011</em>
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 11:39
Hi tmhadia...did you move to this compound? How do you like it?
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 10:40
Thanks for your replies. I havent visited the Pearl as Im guessing it will be out of our price range...but I guess its worth looking at atleast! We do like the feel of a compound though...and since I have two small kids would really like being in a compound. Kimmc2 -thanks! Do you know any place where I can find pics of the Messilah compound? Will try and visit it too.
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 10:38
Thanks so much saraomar for your reply!!! I was hoping someone would mention there are some secret inside roads that take you to Westbay in no time! :-) Oh well...the search continues for us then!
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Latest post on 18 September 2011 - 10:14
disa1975 -did you find a compound? chardfan - do you have a number for Messilah compound? Do you know what the rents are like there? I heard there is often a waiting list there as well? We r still looking! We had like AFG 5 but I heard the commute to West Bay can be terrible from there...so now we are looking again! :-)
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Latest post on 17 September 2011 - 16:55
gentle bump....
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 08:11
Where is thai snack?
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Latest post on 08 September 2011 - 08:10
Thanks Chardfan! Will factor that in for Sunday. Will try not to think of the dangerous drivers on that road...the roundabouts are enough to stress me out ! :-)
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Latest post on 31 August 2011 - 13:31
Sorry...I meant my son is in Year 2. His section is A. So 2A. :-) Good Luck for a nursery when you do begin to search for it! :-)
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Latest post on 29 August 2011 - 18:46
disa1975 - do you mind if i ask what class your child will be in? My son will be in 2A and my daughter will be in Reception K
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Latest post on 29 August 2011 - 18:45
LOL!!!! Sure you did it again....im thinking ..'someone responded ..someone responded'!! :-)
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 13:41
Yeah...went to DBMS as well one time in an effort to get school admissions..so know the area a bit. I think you may have misunderstood....my kids enjoy swimming too...but i enojoy it a lot more!!! Cant live without the pool :-)
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 12:54
Btw...my husband went to Sherborne last week and apparently some road there is completely dug up...imagine that when school opens!
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 12:51
Hi Dan Lou.... Thanks for your reply!! I did get a little excited seeing somene had replied!! LOL!!! But yes, you're right- the pool was a bit away...and we do like to swim! ME more than the kids! :-) Where abouts are you staying -if you dont mind me asking. ?
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 01:31
I am in a similar situation as you -soon to be a Sherborne parent! My dh works in West Bay and kids at Sherborne....so we are thinking of the Al-Waab area. We have also looked at Al Fardan Garden 5 and have really liked the compound. The only thing for us was the rooms seemed a little smaller than what we currently have and none of the bathrooms had bathtubs and my kids love a bath once in a while..so i had really hoped one of the bathrooms had a bath tub....but everything else is really great in the compound. Also if you want an idea of the Beverly Hills Al Rayaan there is a facebook page with lots of pictures of the compound, facilities, etc. Worth looking at! I will try posting the link here...not sure if im allowed to...but will give it a try: http://www.facebook.com/#!/media/albums/?id=206059542737439 Good Luck!!!
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Latest post on 28 August 2011 - 01:31
bump....in hopes someone has any feedback on it?
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Latest post on 21 August 2011 - 14:01
Whats PTX?
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Latest post on 17 August 2011 - 14:53
I moved from the US to Bahrain without ever visiting it. DH had seen it though. However when I came to Bahrain I told dh within the first month 'If I had done a look and see visit I may not have moved to Bahrain'..did not like it initially at all. Having said that...I have lived 2 years in Bahrain and dont want to leave it now! Its a small place that I have grown to love! Small island and lots of friendly ppl! We are now moving to Qatar in 2 weeks. I did do the 'look and see' this time!! But didnt feel it THAT much different than Bahrain. Obviously bigger and more traffic. But similar in many respects. I think if you are moving from the US or UK for the first time to the Middle East, its good to do a small visit. Just gives you a sense as to what to expect. It is very differernt. If you are moving within the GCC I dont think its that much of an adjustment (IMHO). That being said, I think once a person moves and the initial hurdles are over and one has settled in - you kind of get used to it. :-) Good Luck!
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Latest post on 14 August 2011 - 00:59
Thanks everyone for your replies! Will show them to dh. DH (and myself) have a US licence and a Bahraini licence....and I think dh entered on a temp work visa or business visa. He will go into work tomorrow and ask as well there. But I guess he might have to go and get a temp Qatari driving licence for now. And then wait for the RP to get his permanent one. And I will have to do the same once I arrive. Hopefully the US or Bahraini liscence can be converted easily... Baffled: Thanks for adding that this is 'part and parcel of Qatar'....I think I needed this reminder...when dh told me this happened this morning...I said to him 'this move wont be easy -will it'... I remember when we first moved to Bahrain from the US 2 years ago....there were also quite a few hurdles...but once you settle down you kind of get used to them or forget them!!!
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Latest post on 13 August 2011 - 12:39
My dh rented a car today from the airport and the lady there said you can only drive the rental for 2 weeks if you dont have your RP. I think the RP will most likely take a month or more to get...what should we do in the meanwhile? Anyone been in a similar situation?
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Latest post on 12 August 2011 - 13:19
Hi... I know it has been asked before (and I did do a search before posting...but for some reason I am getting a runtime error when I search)...but....wanted to know if anyone can reccomend any realtors in Doha? I had emailed Erika (Nelson Park Property) earlier in July and she suggested contacting her when we were in Doha to actually see the villas...but my dh is in doha now and she is actually on holiday till Sept. Is there anyone else you reccomend? Either from the same company or any other? I was really hoping my dh could see some villas before we got there in Sept. TIA!
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Latest post on 11 August 2011 - 01:38
Thanks for the link!! Just saw on one of the threads below...you have a blog too...what's it called? Would love to read it too
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Latest post on 03 August 2011 - 22:07
Completely agree with your motto Lexiej! We give our maid in Bahrain 150 bd (which is about 1500 QR) plus some extra off and on. The range here varies too...but i guess its the same in Doha.
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Latest post on 03 August 2011 - 22:00
Thanks soo very much ccdoha!!!! You've been amazing! DH called his company to get details...and as it turns out they had a mix up and booked us in a 1 bedroom..and then DH said we need a 2 bedroom ( have 2 kiddos as well)..then Bev Hills had no other rooms available! So now we are booked in Somerset Doha. And I was able to find their website and will get more details by calling them. Thanks so much for your help!!!
 
 
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