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Latest post on 04 October 2014 - 21:34
My Fiancée used a proposal planner called the proposal boutique. They are based in Dubai and help men with their marriage proposal. Our proposal was amazing and it started with a Dubai based treasure hunt around all my favourite places and then ended with a beautiful table on the beach at Anantara. The day was filled with surprises and we even had a surprise photographer. amazing! Would certainly recommend. You know what this thread really did for me? It reminded me of HerecomestheSun, Dibdab and muurtje who were regular posters and made me wonder where are they now.
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Latest post on 04 October 2014 - 21:31
Sixteen thugs thought it would be alright to show a lone woman her place by intimidation - but not one figured what might happen if the lady decided to lodge a complaint about it and their illegal living circumstances came to light. Obviously they not only share a flat but also the one brain cell between the lot of them.
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 16:30
I saw some lovely patterns in the catalogues at Ace Hardware near Festival City.
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 09:05
DCC and MoE has always been packed with obvious tourists, even before they were connected to the Metro. Not sure what these two malls offer that is not available in others, so I cant understand what makes them especially popular with tourists. Dubai Mall has lot of must-see attractions so that's understandable.
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 09:01
Ask the kind of places that brides to be are likely to patronize in the run up to their wedding to display your information - it could be your business cards accompanied by a pamphlet with a short brief of what you do, in one of those standup display cases. This could be placed discreetly on a cashier's desk. You could ask churches, beauty salons, bridal shops to do this for a fee. If you have a website or a Facebook page ask popular fashion bloggers or wedding blogs in Dubai to carry your button or badge or to carry links with a short note about your services and why its a must have. <em>edited by Redrec Tangle on 02/10/2014</em>
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 08:10
It could be pre-wedding jitters. Everyone gets them and these are a normal process as the mind works through the stress of such a huge life decision. Or it could be alarm bells ringing. If she knows the guy, has talked and met a few times, maybe some gut instinct is telling her something is off. How old is she. Someone who is in her early twenties barely knows herself, let alone have life experiences that will guide her to make wise decisions, its quite different being on the cusp of 30. Marry not to please the parents, siblings and second-cousins, or for the so-called social worth of the family she is marrying into. This is one of those decisions that really should be made for herself alone.
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 08:08
Maybe the Italians would know something about 800-Pizza that we wont.
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Latest post on 02 October 2014 - 07:47
I have always wondered about this. It gets even more convoluted that most schools hire out cleaners on a contract from a company and respond to a different line of command. They are not trained by the school nor are they answerable to them. And they work in close proximity to loads of children. I have always found this such an obvious lapse that its strange it continues to work.
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Latest post on 30 September 2014 - 20:49
There is Etoile Trading on Kuwait St., opposite Karama Center in Karama, it has a fairly substantial supply of hair care products.
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Latest post on 30 September 2014 - 20:41
Just to be sure, I read that post over and it does not sound in the least aggressive. There are quite a few Arab posters on this forum and have been for quite a while. They post on whatever they like to and I have never seen them create a fuss about being the Arab poster on EW. They blend in, just like the other minorities that post on here. They don't always only discuss Western topics or get burned so to speak. Despite being from far-flung corners of the world, everyone talks with each other everyday about the most random things because we have Dubai in common. What I really like about EW though is that they call it like they see it. I see so much fakery around that when I see straight talk I will gladly take it. Please don't twist EW around to suit what you can bear, the world doesn't work like that, why should this forum? <em>edited by Redrec Tangle on 30/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 30 September 2014 - 18:52
But isn't one a native English speaker? It doesn't always read that way though, does it.
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Latest post on 30 September 2014 - 18:45
I think I have been on this forum too long, or how remarkable a coincidence that the OP's grievances matches a little too closely to another posters'.
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Latest post on 30 September 2014 - 18:08
And.... 7...,6...,5...,4
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Latest post on 30 September 2014 - 09:18
What can you do really, except put on your best face and fume quietly afterwards. And how do you know you may not be the idiot that someone else is desperately trying to avoid.
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Latest post on 29 September 2014 - 21:59
Its awful but yes, the dirham used to stretch a lot more just a couple of years ago, it seems difficult for everyone else except the super rich expats now and there seem to be plenty of those around too, which makes for a strange co-existence.
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Latest post on 29 September 2014 - 21:54
I read a book called "The Truth About Canada" recently and it answers everyone's indignant question. The author claims that naturalized Canadians face severe job-placement discrimination, receive little government aid, and housing rent is their biggest cost (partially due to under-supplied low-cost housing). One study tracked naturalized citizens over a decade and found a significant number to be in reduced, rather than improved, financial circumstances. I know of various newly naturalized Canadian citizens who struggle to find gainful employment after months and months of searching. My brother in law's wife's cousin's husband couldn't find a job for 9 months, depleting much of his savings, and ultimately decided that he would work in Qatar while his wife and kids remain in Canada. A family friend has been sending out 20 cv's a week for the past 14 months to receive the standard reply of "Canadian experience per-requisite". Well this is an interesting point and something that needs addressing. This is a vicious cycle and could explain some issues or why else would families prefer to break apart and live separate lives unless there was a strong reason. How would an immigrant ever get a job if all companies preferred locally educated or experienced people.
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Latest post on 29 September 2014 - 21:46
I put mine in for two terms with Turning Pointe at school (at the end of which, yes, the teacher left), and decided no more. The teacher could not look and behave less motivated. An expat mum I knew here was not happy with the choice offered and opted to drive a long way out of her usual perimeters to a Russian ballet teacher for her daughter. For the price we pay here its sad that some places treat the activity like its just a chance for little girls to prance around in pretty tutus.
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Latest post on 29 September 2014 - 13:55
Justice I second this. My niece loves Justice, the designs, colors and styles really appeal to tweens.
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Latest post on 28 September 2014 - 12:39
Actually that reminds me, just a couple of months ago he switched me from cash to a prepaid debit card....I can't get any cash back so I don't know what could easily convert into cash besides maybe jewelry? Only certain places are allowed to trade cash for jewellery, if you have the original receipt this helps to get a better deal. The Gold Souk in Deira has several stores that will buy for cash, but you shop around to find the best value. Also they ask for a copy of ID for their record.
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Latest post on 28 September 2014 - 11:37
Redrectangle serious tear flow over here.... I appreciate you sharing that. I think I'm in the first category you described, so hopefully I'll be able to find another direction eventually. if he never initiates divorce, I will but I think the chances of succeeding in this country are so low. I've asked him for a couple of years to work out some different arrangement but he knows exactly where he has me stuck so he won't relinquish that voluntarily. No worry, there's no chances of another kid, took me way too long already to realise what sort of person this man is. Sorry that you find yourself in this situation Cherpie, if your family has been alienated, maybe its time to start making some calls and building your support base, everyone needs a friend/family that will have their back in times like these. They may be mad at first but let them know you need them now. Brace yourself both mentally and emotionally, to face whatever may come. I hope things work out for you.
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Latest post on 28 September 2014 - 10:46
I agree, its a drain on the economy and weakening a country that is leading globally and should, by all rights, expect to attract and retain the best and the brightest or at the very least, those who live and contribute and add rather than take away. So many people have entitlement issues. I know a lady at my children's school who is headed for the US to give birth in a month. She is not American and I was wondering how she would even be allowed to do this.
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Latest post on 28 September 2014 - 10:35
What I find laughable, is how some supposedly intelligent and well read ladies will take their time, sometimes days at a time, to point out to an allegedly idiotic poster that she is not very bright. Again and again and again and again. They don't get tired of this, they can do it all day, even when its quite clear their target just doesn't get it. With all that intelligence you would think, but no. If this were social media #Insanity would be so trending right now.
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Latest post on 28 September 2014 - 10:02
Talk about being stuck between a rock and a hard place. He is elbowing you out of this family unit, right now he's making things as unbearable as you can possibly stand it hoping you bail out and run. But men underestimate what a mother will take on for the sake of not losing her children. Plus, he has already set a plan in motion to take kids to another country where you cannot follow, if for some reason you file a complaint or try some other tactic. Its worrying that he has prepared for other eventualities while you are still realizing some facts as they come to light. What's working greatly in his favor is how beaten down you already sound. Either this is the result of years of mental mind games and emotionally robbing you of your self-esteem, or he is the type of man that picked a trusting, non-threatening type to begin with. But you are facing the fight of your life and your attitude is not helping. Read up and do your research, you are not the first woman to be in this situation and there are many ways and means to an end. I had a friend in a marriage of mixed culture/race/religion, who got a divorce and stayed on with her own work visa for years until her children were adults, she worked jobs in which she had no interest but she was around her kids as they grew, she has now returned to her home country where her children visit, of two, one child is completely localized ( this is in another Gulf nation) while the other is more Western. The main point is, both children continue to have a bond with both parents. Their marriage was the stuff of nightmares with the torture that she endured, and for her to stand in the sunshine as I see her now, figuratively speaking, was as unimaginable to her in those dark days all those years ago, as it is to you now, and yet there she is. Its not ideal but considering everything, she's alright with how it all turned out. Remember, how he treats you is not who you are.
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 21:50
I find Boots has some great shades for every skin color and so much easier on the wallet than shopping at the high-end retail outlets like Paris Gallery for example.
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Latest post on 27 September 2014 - 21:38
If you do a search on this site, you will find a few ladies that have used this workshop (besides others) and how useful they found it.
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Latest post on 25 September 2014 - 09:02
Yes its Tarsam, its at Dubai Mall as well, and I have seen Lava lamps there.
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Latest post on 24 September 2014 - 10:40
Mamacat I admire the courage and resolve that comes across in your posts. Sometimes we moan about the most trivial issues, and then someone like you comes along to put things into perspective. I hope you beat this, you have so much spirit and I really want you to win.
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Latest post on 24 September 2014 - 10:32
Out of curiosity, cant you report or block on Facebook? I hear about this all the time, and cant seem to understand how it continues to work. If you unfriend the bully and change settings so they can no longer message you then how does it carry on? Or do they create a new profile to connect with you again? In which case, you just repeat your earlier steps.
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 09:47
If you live in a apartment building or a villa compound with its in-house security that's known to you, ask the workmen to get a security guard who can confirm that similar work is going on in other flats/villas and can accompany the workmen and wait while the work in your place is completed.
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 09:41
I don't have kids of your daughter's age so I cannot help there, but just wanted to say thank goodness you got those poor kittens out. If your daughters' friends accounts are true that's no way to welcome a new and frightened pet. Hope the kitties are doing fine now.
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Latest post on 23 September 2014 - 09:12
Daza I didn't think it was possible to love your posts more than I already do, but now you've made me fall a little bit in love with you. Well said. What's happening with Marroosh is plain bullying and finally someone called a spade a spade. As enthusiastic as converts are in any religion, they are quite passionate and vocal about their new found joy, and it can make others feel challenged or put off. Still no excuse to thumb down or cyber attack no matter what stance she takes on any subject. Marroosh I don't always get what you say, but I will defend your right to say it. Izzy also gets a lot of hate and I don't understand why, they give her way too much importance in a negative way. I have said this time and again, if you see what this forum was like a few years back the same posters complaining will find the playing field is filled with kittens compared to the absolute wildcats that used to be on here. And I do hope that some very popular posters who have left Dubai do not read this thread and feel unwelcome. A lot of what they post is still relevant to Dubai today and besides, I miss their wit and wisdom. (I also miss TNTs but that's like a volcano that's gone completely dormant now).
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Latest post on 22 September 2014 - 22:03
To be fair, noble though most of the posts on this thread are, very few have actually answered the OP's question... I think they have stated in more ways than one that swimming with captive dolphins is in no way suitable, and not just for a 7 year old. The OP asked if it would be a fun thing to do or too scary for a child, but the answers were beyond just about fun and frolic. Dubai has, fortunately, tons of fun, fantastic experiences for kids of that age and beyond that would remain equally memorable. If you ask me yes, a complete waste of money.
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Latest post on 22 September 2014 - 20:43
"You can't sit with us."
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Latest post on 21 September 2014 - 19:26
How sad is it when seemingly educated people refuse to raise their own awareness, despite reading posts that should, at the very least, cause some measure of concern? I have been to the Dolphinarium just as its a Dubai thing to do with bored kids in the summer and I felt sad for the beautiful sea creatures, they are highly intelligent and get bored and suicidal doing the same silly tricks in a massively confined space. But after reading this I wont go back. I don't want to see the documentary, just reading about it here is upsetting enough. But what makes things worse is that people can purposefully not want to care. What hope can these poor caged creatures have as long as people still pay despite knowing they are suffering. There is none so blind as he who will not see.
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Latest post on 18 September 2014 - 12:28
Can I ask is this for all schools ? Is it an app or something? Sorry if the questions are a bit silly.
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Latest post on 16 September 2014 - 09:04
I have to say, gotta love the generous helpful ladies on EW who share info that makes the difference between having a nightmare experience to a pleasant one in Dubai (not just talking about parking spaces either). Thumbs up to all of you ladies. BTW no idea on empty parking lots, it seems to be an oxymoron here.
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Latest post on 05 September 2014 - 12:49
It sounds like the miad does not actually have the will/resolve/interest to find and work in another job, perhaps she feels old and tired and fed up of it all, but she has either not realised it or is in denial. Instead of briskly going about securing future steady employment she has instead set upon you an impossible task and possibly (subconsciously) wants it to fall through, so that she can go back home and tell herself or her family that she wanted another job but madam wouldnt help her.
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Latest post on 29 August 2014 - 11:44
I know its easier said than done, but honestly, pay no attention. These things are intentional and meant to cause stress, a reaction, or to get a rise out of you. Don't feed the fire, and the fire will die out. Carry on with your business as normal, write what you like, ask whatever you need to, respond to the helpful replies and completely ignore her unhelpful post as if quite simply you don't see it, and it WILL stop. It may take time, but it will go away. Don't run away from any type of bully, even an online persona, because that means you are not dealing with it the right way. On your part, understand that its just a bunch of words written by someone you don't even know, and it should not affect you to the point of causing stress or being sensitive (I was a mass of emotions while pregnant so I know that you may be more prickly than usual) but as long as you can take care of your reaction, your emotions and not let it affect you so much, half the battle is won. You only have to take inspiration from the ladies on this site, some of them are singled out for so much grief, no matter what stand they take, someone will pop along simply to take the opposite one, and they carry on, they don't let someone else's words have control over their own actions. “You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” ― Marcus Aurelius, Meditations
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Latest post on 28 August 2014 - 19:03
To mumcurious - the flu vaccine prevents flu. A sore throat and a lost voice for a few days isn't flu. The actual proper flu the vaccine guards against is extremely unpleasant and typically confines people to bed with a raging fever for up to 10 days. What if you get the flu shot only to end up catching a different strain ? How would getting a flu jab help ?
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Latest post on 28 August 2014 - 14:41
My husband is 6'3 and has had great trouble on economy long haul flights, but it has never occurred to him to stop someone else using their seat - which they have paid for - if the function is available. His legroom is already cramped to start with but when they recline its torture. What will they do next, tell aisle seat passengers not to use the tray table in case the window seat passenger needs to exit?
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Latest post on 28 August 2014 - 14:02
Kids are not always the only cruel ones - they are learning it from someone. Just take a look at the negative, spiteful comments made on this very board about non-native English speakers and the way they mispronounce or speak English, which is, after all, a foreign language for that person. Its not only children who can learn lessons in patience and acceptance of another's way of doing things differently, or badly. Maybe who knows, if the adults improved, the kids might too. <em>edited by Redrec Tangle on 28/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 28 August 2014 - 11:31
TB you've given me lots of ideas now. Have seen those bakeries in Union Co-op too and I now think they will be better received than whatever I have been sending so far!
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Latest post on 28 August 2014 - 11:26
I left about a fortnight between the end of our away vacation and the school start, it also gives time to complete tasks still pending, like ordering new name labels, replacing school items that are worn out or out of size etc.. there is so much stuff I didn't realize needed doing. Is anyone getting into a really proper routine by having kids up by 6-6.30 am? I have one that wakes up at 7.15 but another is still in bed till past 8.
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Latest post on 26 August 2014 - 19:49
*ducking from Lunchbox Police* - sausage roll - mini pizzas - manaeesh (lebanese bread with cheese/zaatar etc) - chapati rolled up with cream cheese & jam - sandwiches on arabic bread instead of normal bread - raisins - cherry tomatoes - slices of cucumber - baby carrots - sausages - slices of fruit - cheese sticks or triangles or babybels - biscuits (crackers or digestive) - humous with vegetable sticks Can't think of anything else. *Displays badge*.Can you step into this interrogation room and answer some questions, you wont need a lawyer. This sausage roll, where do you get it from? Are these home-made? TB and the other ladies who have suggested pizza, quiche and things like that, how do you make it (if you make it yourself). I find if I put cheese on anything its rubbery and unappetizing when cold. Sick of making sandwiches!
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Latest post on 25 August 2014 - 20:46
Me three!
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Latest post on 24 August 2014 - 22:54
It has a great concept, and regular folk were doing a nice job of using the ice challenge to raise awareness, at times I felt [i'>some [/i'>celebs were in on it for self-publicity which is annoying. however its raised loads of funds so that's really the main thing. Wish there was a similar, effective way of permanently clearing our oceans of rubbish and making it safe and clean again for the beautiful creatures that have lived peacefully within for millions of years before humans came along and made such a mess of everything. <em>edited by Redrec Tangle on 24/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 22 August 2014 - 19:37
Creative Minds in Beach Center may have these - call ahead to check.
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Latest post on 22 August 2014 - 19:36
Holland and Barrett.
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Latest post on 21 August 2014 - 18:40
Londiamond, please replace the letters that popped off your keyboard - you sound drunk these days!
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Latest post on 21 August 2014 - 15:39
It looks like the mum put up some cute pictures of her child and it just took off - it happens lots of times, some earn money this way too, and its hard to tell what will go viral/be popular. Whether children should be on there accessible to anyone is another matter, but to each his own. <em>edited by Redrec Tangle on 21/08/2014</em>
 
 
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