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Latest post on 16 January 2013 - 01:46
need time to adapt lol edited to say, i didnt write "the the", i wrote "to the". Autocorrection maybe? OMG!!!!! That was an utter fail!!! This is why I thought that! Blonde moment :(
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Latest post on 16 January 2013 - 01:42
Did you notice that now you if you amend your post it actually says what you amended and what was the original at the bottom? Oooohhh better pay attention to what I am typing
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Latest post on 16 January 2013 - 01:34
He he, had the same reaction! I like the layout! * off I go to explore *
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Latest post on 15 January 2013 - 15:20
Check this post from the blog "The Hedonista". Really interesting http://www.thehedonista.com/2011/03/dubai-in-48-hours.html I would also take your friend to Deira. Hire a boat to take you across the Dubai Creek and visit the souks.
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Latest post on 14 January 2013 - 17:48
I don't think over-use of antibiotics is peculiar to here - I was sometimes amazed by mums in the UK who seemed so aufait with various different drugs - discussions about this antibiotic or that, even knowing them by name !! I can't remember either of my two ever having any, fortunately but I don't know if it's the GP's being too quick to prescribe or the mums being too insistent... My kids are 4 and 3 and only one has had antibiotics ( only once). They have lived in the UK for most of their lives.... I think it is more to do with mums being too insistent. I would only go to doctors if the fever last longer than 4-5 days or if paracetamol/ ibrufen does not seem work. 4-5 days? If you do that here you could have very sick kids, I would never leave a child fevering that long without taking them to the doctor. This is not the UK, many find their children far sicker here than in their home countries. Colds usually last about 3-5 days and if fever is easily controlled by paracetamol/ibrufen than I do not see the need to go to doctors. If paracetamol does not work and the fever is still there, than off course a doctors appointment is required. I am not in Dubai yet, so only sharing my personal experience from living in Lithuania, UK and Switzerland.. This might change once I move here. However, I by no means object to other mums visiting doctors straight away. Its just that it is not what I do....
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Latest post on 14 January 2013 - 16:32
It sounds like she's not ready so maybe wait and try again when she is showing signs of wanting to do it. If you try to force the issue you'll just create problems. It's pretty irrelevant at what age other children potty train as they all do things in their own time. It has nothing to do with being clever or not either. Most children I know potty trained between the ages 2 and 3 although some were earlier, some later. The best thing you can do is stop putting pressure on your little girl and let her tell you when she is ready. I agree, she might not be ready. If you think that she is ready though, leave the potty in the room visible to her at all times. Let her play with it, sit on it with he clothes on etc. If she still refuses, than try putting her on the toilet ( my daughter did that and never used a potty).
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Latest post on 14 January 2013 - 16:27
My youngest has never had antibiotics that I can recall and my elder one did, but becasue of very severe tonsillitis that culminated in her getting them removed. I'm with desert rose on this one! Motherhood is way too complicated now! I didn't even know anyone goes to a paediatrician for this kind of thing anyway...why not just use a GP? And only then if necessary; my DD hasn't been to the doctor for years though. I'm pretty sure every mum on this forum only takes her child to a doctor if it's necessary :) it's hardly a lot of fun :) To be fair some mothers are more anxious than others, and their threshhold for taking child to a doctor (of whatever nature) is different. Nobody would go if they didn't think it necessary, but what they think necessary may not be the same. The paediatrician thing is normal in some places with very commercialised medicine, eg the US - a child would have a paed instead of a GP. People probably follow what they are used to. Completely agree with you there. I am originally from Lithuania and my mum used to take me to doctors every time I would get a fever and would be getting a set of antibiotics each time. My mum knows everything about medication and used to be able to go to chemists and get some prescription drugs without the prescription :O My sister still lives there and she is exactly the same. I think this sort of approach depends not only on how anxious mothers are, but also where they are from.
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Latest post on 14 January 2013 - 15:29
I don't think over-use of antibiotics is peculiar to here - I was sometimes amazed by mums in the UK who seemed so aufait with various different drugs - discussions about this antibiotic or that, even knowing them by name !! I can't remember either of my two ever having any, fortunately but I don't know if it's the GP's being too quick to prescribe or the mums being too insistent... My kids are 4 and 3 and only one has had antibiotics ( only once). They have lived in the UK for most of their lives.... I think it is more to do with mums being too insistent. I would only go to doctors if the fever last longer than 4-5 days or if paracetamol/ ibrufen does not seem work.
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Latest post on 14 January 2013 - 14:13
My husband and I were fasting yesterday! Found it really easy, but then I have a cold so did not feel like eating a all. I had some toast and marmite for lunch and mushroom stroganoff with rice for tea. This was my second fast, and so far I found it quite easy! Good luck for everyone fasting today!
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Latest post on 14 January 2013 - 14:10
The bad news for expats is rents will increase, possibly considerably, as less people will be able to buy Can I have some of what you're smoking? :) During the boom it seemed as if everybody was buying because it was so easy to borrow. The skyrocketing property prices led directly to skyrocketing rents. Then the crash happened and far fewer people were able to buy because banks were not lending AT ALL, never mind requiring a 50% deposit - and did rents increase? By your logic they should have, but I think you'll find they crashed just as property values did. This is actually good news for renters. It will help keep the property market in check and ensure that the runaway speculation that created and then destroyed the bubble can't return. edited by Madge_Gustard on 14/01/2013 I agree with you!
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Latest post on 14 January 2013 - 12:16
I watched a documentary about this - really sad and puts things into perspective. Glad that it has inspired you to help those poor children. On another topic, Bulgaria is a lovely place and people are really warm and welcoming. I am sure you will love it!
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Latest post on 12 January 2013 - 19:03
When mine were 6 weeks, I would start introducing them with a bedtime routine. Give them a nice bath, switched the main lights off, reduce the volume on the TV etc, maybe put them upstairs in their bed with the baby monitor on. I did not have problems with them going off at all. After a few tries, they got used to going to sleep at 8pm and would sleep through until 7am ( waking up for meals). Once they get up for a feed in the middle of the night, try not to turn the lights on and just keep the night "feeling" as much as possible. In regards to wind, I have been advised by the doctor to rock the baby forwards and backwards in order to get rid of all the wind. My little boy suffered from it a lot. But once I started doing it ( for about 10 min at a time which is a lot longer than what I would have done before) it seemed that the problems with the wind have stopped. Maybe, this would help a bit? I am sorry I don't have any advice about the meals apart from letting her wait long in between the meals.. However, maybe the teat is too small for her and she gets tired before she fills herself up? Try with a bigger one and see if the has more milk that way.
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Latest post on 12 January 2013 - 13:28
Hi :) Devon or Cornwall are lovely. You can get lovely cottages in the country there - lots of lovely walks by the beach, lovely restaurants. York is nice as well if you want a bit of a city holiday. Also, lake district is nice for a country holiday. Lovely old houses, lots of places to dine and walk around. Plenty of water sport activities for the kids and adults. Have fun :)
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Latest post on 11 January 2013 - 19:22
Shocking.....
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Latest post on 11 January 2013 - 18:14
It depends on many factors. Do you overload the washing machine? Is the water hard? etc I think on average life for a washing machine is around 5 years. I have had many washing machines over the years, and to be honest, do not have a particular brand that I like. We have Beko at the moment and it is working fine and has been for the last year or so.
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Latest post on 11 January 2013 - 18:09
I like twin T shirts with something like "copy" and "paste" or "I was planned" and "I was a surprise". There are loads of funny t shirts on amazon. But If I ever have to buy any baby presents, I go to The White Company. They have really lovely blankets there.
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 20:29
look like a neurotic psycho ( which at this moment of time I am but shhhhhh ;) ) don't worry about the neurotic psycho bit - I think we all end up like that when moving here, but once you're here and have done all the horrid stuff with paperwork, residency, cars, finding somewhere to live, getting kids settled into school, sussing out the road networks (and for the most part that's not the scary thing it's made out to be if you come with a positive mindset) we mostly turn back into relatively sane women lol Thank you for your kind words and encouragement! :) you're welcome - the school bit was the most stressful bit for me, once we'd got places for the kids everything else was a doddle in comparison stresswise. Hope you manage to get sorted pdq! We are avoiding the most popular schools due to length of waiting lists. The problem is that our little ones will be F2 and Year 1 next September which by the sounds of it are the most difficult to find. Fingers crossed! Once I get their education sorted, I will be able to relax and as you said go back to the relatively sane woman :)
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 18:40
look like a neurotic psycho ( which at this moment of time I am but shhhhhh ;) ) don't worry about the neurotic psycho bit - I think we all end up like that when moving here, but once you're here and have done all the horrid stuff with paperwork, residency, cars, finding somewhere to live, getting kids settled into school, sussing out the road networks (and for the most part that's not the scary thing it's made out to be if you come with a positive mindset) we mostly turn back into relatively sane women lol Thank you for your kind words and encouragement! :)
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 16:42
We applied online and via email so we were in contact already. After the application it took between 7-10 days to hear bakc and set up an assessment for the kids. After the assessment it took about another 7-10 days for the schools to offer a place for us. HTH I think it depends on the schools though. It's a good idea to give them a call and make sure they received the application. Good luck! Thanks, we have applied online and got a confirmation, so I know they have received it. I just didn't want to email and chase it up too soon and look like a neurotic psycho ( which at this moment of time I am but shhhhhh ;) )
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 13:27
I know how you feel Daza. My DS is 6, trying to get him to eat in the morning has been a huge issue sice he started school here. I have even resorted to letting him have Rice Crispie Cereal bars and chocolate pancakes just so he has something in his tummy! surely a few days of being hungry by 10 am will encourage him to eat his breakfast; are you not the parent? edited by Ayzzy on 07/01/2013 Was there any need for that? My children are the same. They like to wake up properly before having breakfast, but with early starts, there is no time for that.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 22:39
That definitely deserves an "AWWWW" :) <em>edited by Pipititimous on 06/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 04 January 2013 - 19:18
How are you all? Have been using EW since 2years but couldn't join the forum practically, as I feel I don't FIT in here! But I finally thought of this change as I noticed other new ladies making friends here and finding it no difficult! :) Little about me, I'm 27, blessed with a son and settled in Dubai. So..... Hello !!! :) Cheers !! Hello :) and welcome!
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Latest post on 04 January 2013 - 17:20
I am sure i can speak for most people and say that pap smears are really just slightly uncomfortable and over very quickly. i have never really felt actual pain and, being 50ish and having gone since early teens -- don't stress on it. So don't fret as, believe me, your anxiety is much worse than it really is. You'll really be glad you went for peace of mind. Also, want to add that I have had pap smears come back a few times as "abnormal" over the years but after the next pap smear (3-6 months)-- everything has been fine. Hope this helps. edited by norak on 04/01/2013 Completely agree with Norak. Nothing to worry about - the thought is more uncomfortable than the actual process.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 15:20
Thank you for your replies i did look at Al Diar but website said 12k for 1 bed. Guess ill have to try negotiate in person maybe. Thanks for the link also. Gloria Hotel is not far from the Greens based on Sheik Zayd Rd and they are quite reasonably prices. I think it was around 8k for 1 bedroom but then I suppose even that could be negotiated.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 15:12
We don't know if they were without supervision or if they were wondering far from where they live. Actually, we don't know much about that particular situation from the OP... I think that the concept is great providing one lives in a safe neighbourhood, is supervised by an adult and other safety issues are addressed.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 14:41
I actually sat here for 10 min trying to think as to why some people would find this unacceptable and could not find any reasons... There are so many spoilt children now who have no respect for their parents' money that I thinkthey could benefit from earning a few pennies for themselves.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 01:06
I wouldn't mention that the only reason you are applying is money. I would say something like: "I believe that your company has better opportunities to advance my career and I have research the company and am impressed with the way it operates and etc". Break a leg :)
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Latest post on 01 January 2013 - 16:40
Dogs are not allowed to be off the leash in any public places in Dubai. So, officially, no. But you might find it useful to have a drive and look around the areas. There is another link I found : http://www.expatforum.com/expats/dubai-expat-forum-expats-living-dubai/131970-unleashed-areas-dogs-dubai.html
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Latest post on 01 January 2013 - 16:08
Try this : http://www.dubaidogclub.com/dogfriendlyplaces/dogfriendlyplaces.htm It's a shame they don't have more dog friendly places other then the 2 areas mentioned on the website.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 20:12
Happy New Year Girlies! Hope all the troubles last as long as New Year resolutions! For I wish that everyone in my family stay in good health. The rest will come and if it doesn't then...oh well.. there is always 2014 :)
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 15:20
I think it can be a little misleading when some schools state British Curriculum, as DINKS states there is only National. Some use the basis of a British type of education which mixes some but not all of the National Curriculum. So you would need them to clarify if they follow the actual National Curriculum or mix it up with other stuff. I see.. Thank you to both!
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 13:46
There is no British Curriculum there is only The national curriculum for England and Wales as Scotland have their own curriculum. Oh that's what I though, but some schools describe it as British and some as national curr of England, so I gather it means the same...Confused
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 13:32
What is a difference between National Curriculum of England and British Curriculum? I have tried to google, but could not find anything. Thanks in advance
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 21:10
Hello, sorry you are having a bit of a hard time. Have you tried Infacol? As far as I am aware, you gen get it in any pharmacies. It really helped my kids when they were babies. Sorry, have no experience with Pediacol
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 13:31
Hi ladies, Happy New Year, almost. Now that we're back from Christmas, I'm starting to plan Hubbie's birthday trip at the end of Jan. He fancies some snow, as all our thermals bought in prep for the trip home went unworn. He's very practical! I just wondered if we are likely to get snow in Vienna at the end of Jan or whether we should be looking further North - Scandinavia or Russia. Any advice gratefully received. Thanks! FFx Hi, I would only recommend St Petersburg in summer ( more day light) and more to do. Why dont you go to Switzerland? You could hire a little chalet in the mountains and go skiing. Or you could visit Basel ( North Switzerland). They hold a Fasnacht festival in February ( First Monday after ash Wednesday) which is so much fun. They have parades, tents with bratwurst sausages cooking away, beer etc. http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/fasnacht-in-basel-bs.html You could also visit Moscow but you would need a visa and it is very very expensive. There are so many other destinations in mind : Prague, Germany, Baltic countries, Hungary, Amsterdam etc However, the snow is not a guaranteed - just a big possibility. Good luck and have fun! :) <em>edited by Pipititimous on 30/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 02:39
I've just heard of this very recently (I'm not very current, I know). Anyway, my gynac back home suggested I look into the vaccine for cervical cancer. I have no family history so I'm wondering why she told me this. Is the vaccine common and has anyone got it here in Dubai? Hi, I am by no means an expert in this so please feel free to correct me but cervical cancer is not hereditary. Most of cervical cancer is caused by HPV ( human papilloma virus). Although, it is not the only cause for cervical cancer. HP virus is typically transmitted through sexual contact. I believe that the vaccine can reduce the risk of catching the HPV( which has no visible symptoms) and reducing the possibility of getting the cervical cancer. So, if a vaccine is something that you would like, I am sure that any gynac would be able to provide this for you. Other countries only offer this vaccine for a limited amount of woman ( usually in their teens). Hope this helps
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 17:34
Hey Shannon Eww to the raw turkey (are you allowed to say where you ate it?) - that's dreadful they were serving it unknowingly and you had to point it out. Sounds like typical salmonella poisoning which is probably still in your system hence you're sensitive to other foods. My friend had a nasty stomach bug for months which he never quite got rid of and every time he ate slightly "high risk" foods like sushi or mayonnaise from raw eggs, he got sick and ended up on an IV in hospital. Took ages to finally shake it off. Sorry not to scare you but that's why they gave you the meds. You need to start taking them now and make sure you completely get rid of whatever bug you got from the turkey. Also take some Activia or other healthy bacteria yogurt to cleanse your gut and replenish the good bacteria which most meds wipe out. Don't forget to drink lots of fluid and avoid high risk foods for now. BTW the Dr can find out what the infection is if you're prepared to give an ahem "sample" - i.e. e.coli, salmonella, listeria etc. Completely agree with what the Dangerous Blonde said and an additional Ewww to the raw turkey part! Take it easy
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 15:33
getting food poisoning twice in a 4 week period... (and have never had it prior to the last 4 weeks) Could it be something more??? I'm pretty positive the first time was def. food poisoning, unless it was a crazy coincidence because I know for a fact I ate raw turkey (long story, but not on purpose) This time it wasn't as severe and the symptoms came on quicker and didn't last as long. However it felt the same... This time I had raw tuna... but that was on purpose :) If you didn't mention the raw tuna, I would be inclined to say no. If it is not as bad as the last time, maybe it could just be that your body is still a bit sensitive following your last food poisoning and you just need to take it easy. Try staying away from all things raw this time round and see how it goes :) What's the story with the raw Turkey then? :)
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 15:17
bobbi brown have great brushes as do mikyaji. both sell them individually and in differing kits. Agreed. Bobbi Brown brushes are really good value for money.
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 15:14
Good Lord, my husband ate my 30 children! Ha ha ha
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Latest post on 28 December 2012 - 00:50
The boy in the striped Pyjamas. So so sad
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Latest post on 27 December 2012 - 19:09
Hi there ! We are heading back to the UK also this year and last November we went to buy a house in preparation, it is now rented out. There is a brilliant website Rightmove (just google) and you can search exactly what you want in certain areas but the great thing is you can see the closest schools (primary/Sec) and you can see the Ofsted reports. On advice from a friend I checked these and chose schools that had grade 1 (outstanding) or 2 (good) and made sure that the houses we viewed were in the catchment area for these schools. We did not have time to really meet neighbours and chat about schools, we only viewed a few towns in a few days it was a rush but great fun and the website is addictive so be warned !!!! So are you going to rent a house or buy one ? Either way you can search both with the same details. Good luck with it all ! OMG Right move is amazing! I could quite happily and proudly call it my pastime :) <em>edited by Pipititimous on 27/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 27 December 2012 - 18:34
Thanks so much ladies. I didn't know about mumsnet so will browse that too. Are private schools ridiculously expensive? We will probably be somewhere south west -Ish of Birmingham. Oh boy, so I'm late already, and if we only move in the summer we probably won't get a place for September :\: Do not worry about it, admissions for schools are a lot less stressful in UK than it is here and there are always places available. Private schooling is expensive in UK ( around £10-£12k a year) and IMO it is not really worth it for children who are in primary stage especially when the state schools here are rather good. Unfortunately, you cannot apply for schools until you know where exactly you are going to live ( school places are mainly given according to distance). Just wait till (if) you are here and then it will all work out.
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Latest post on 27 December 2012 - 18:11
We may be moving to England towards the end of 2013, and I'd love any advice you can give me please! Specifically regarding application for schools... I assume the best idea would be to go start the new school year there ie be settled by September. DH and I are South African but have British passports - kids have SA passports only. How do I go about school applications? My children will be starting FS1 and FS2 respectively. Must we find a house first? How do I find a decent school? TIA Hello, you will firstly need to find a home. Once you have moved in then you can contact the council in your area for an application form. Usually, the admissions start around October a year before and you find if you get the place around March/April time.( You can apply online visiting the appropriate council website) They however do accept application middle term, but you would need to contact them directly. You get to choose a few schools in your area and then you will be getting a reply based on the distance/places available/religious preferences. I would recommend visiting the schools first and have a look around the premises and get the feel. Also, you can visit the preferred school's website and look out for Ofsted reports ( I personally do not put too much emphasis on that). The best way to find out which school is the best, is to ask around local residents to share their thoughts and experiences. Last point, might not be the most PC thing to say, but stay away from schools that are based around the council housing estates. If you have any other questions, contact me. My little boy started school here in UK in September, so the procedures could not have changed that much since.
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Latest post on 27 December 2012 - 17:10
It depends, everyone is different. Can you afford to move? Is the company a different company to last time? Is the package good? Can you afford school fees and medical? Do you enjoy Malls? Do you like exceptionally hot weather? Hi Dinks! Yes to all of them apart from Dubai-summer-month-hot-weather part, but I am sure nobody enjoys them that much. It's more psychological for me really, which is why I asked the fellow forum users to remind me as to why Dubai is a nice place and point out the negatives in order to see if this is relevant for me. I suppose it is really as simple as you pointed it out....I just need to man-up and take the bull by the horns. Thanks
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Latest post on 27 December 2012 - 16:45
I think there is so much more to consider than whether other people would move here agin or not. But with our experience, we did (in a very similar way to you) Moved from home country to Bahrain. Complete and utter c0ck up (company's fault) once we'd moved. Had the option to go home, back to secure job, mega pay rise, plus, plus, plus. Or change company all together and move to Dubai. Hardest decision we'd ever made as a couple. Took the plunge and made the move to Dubai (new expat posting). We WERE petrified. Outcome... BEST move we've ever made!!! All the best to you and hope you guys make the right decision for yourselves. edited by shellly on 27/12/2012 Wow glad it all worked out for you! And thank you for sharing your experience!
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Latest post on 27 December 2012 - 14:59
It is no wonder you are apprehensive after the last experience! The main thing for you must be to make sure the package is of a decent standard, that arrangements are all in place and that the employer understands your requirements. You do not need to be worrying about risk or fretting over sacrifices. If you can sort it so that you have peace of mind, then come. I was a bit doubtful as I was very happy with my life in the UK, but the warm and friendly welcome from everyone here has been amazing. Also the tax free salary, the sun and general ease of daily living are very seductive. There are small annoyances, as anywhere, but all fine if approached with a sense of humour. Good luck with your decision! edited by wikidz1 on 27/12/2012 Thanks a lot! I was expecting responses like yours- own experience based. Very helpful
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Latest post on 27 December 2012 - 14:52
I would say don't bother. There are loads of people who are desperate to come here, or those who are here and looking for new jobs. If you are petrified, then better stick with something that you know and like. Thanks for your response. Would you move here again with the knowledge that you already have? And why? Ta
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Latest post on 27 December 2012 - 14:09
Yes, I'd do it again. As PP said, I also wasn't petrified, everything was right, even the unknown. People complain their mouths off about everything, but they do that about their wn country, too, so I wouldn't take everything you read as gospel, I've had an ear ache listening to people whinge this past week when there is nothing wrong with their life, so go on your gut. Thanks Amy, we have lived in a few countries so you could call us an expat family and I do remember liking Dubai. I suppose, I just have to put away what happened last year and embrace the adventure as we used to before. But before that, I think I need some more reassurance from other expats and their positive attitudes :)
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Latest post on 27 December 2012 - 13:33
Hello everyone, We have a job offer to come to Dubai and usually we would be very excited and would accept instantly. However, we have tried relocating to Dubai last year and it all kind of went wrong. Husband's boss turned out to be a total nutcase and we returned home only after a few months. I am petrified of the idea of moving back due to previous experience and really really do not want to... So the questions is: With the knowledge that you have now, would you do it all again? ( relocate to Dubai). What do you like most about living where you live as opposed to your country of origin? Thank you in advance.
 
 
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