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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 20:19
Just recvd this email from marlin who go to the ripe market, looks like they have some smoked haddock. By popular demand we have added two new products to our range; We have frozen at sea Scottish Haddock fillets, which are great for your Fish and Chips and many other fantastic dishes. * 4 fillets for 45,00 dirham Also we have delicious [b'>frozen Natural Smoked Haddock [/b'>from Scotland * 2 large fillets for 65,00 dirham Don't miss out, place your order at our website www.marlinfood.com or email [email protected] or call 050-1013031 / 050-7148960. I can confirm that this smoked haddock is so delicious... was delivered to my door this afternoon and eaten tonight :) <em>edited by roysie on 01/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 09:49
We moved to Dubai in 2001 and went back home in 2009 we recently moved back again and I’m regretting the decision. You can’t choose the right school for your child you have to accept the first one that offers you a place, the maid culture and attitude of some expats drive me crazy, being on holiday here is lovely whereas living here is frustrating, the weather is draining, the packages are not as good as it was a few years ago etc. In my opinion most people come to Dubai to work to afford a better life elsewhere, we intend to go home soon because we want the children to live in a normal environment. whats normal anymore??? Children IMO are far more safer here than in most places... I will be staying here as long as possible to protect mine...
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Latest post on 30 April 2012 - 09:15
Our bank sends us a text message every time we do a transaction... so I would know 2 mins after....
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 18:49
ooooo... I have just placed an order too!! lovely. Thanks for the link :)
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 15:52
How many vouchers are out of it roughly???
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 15:50
Which entertainer is it??
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 15:39
Have you tried an advert with pics on a local Spinneys notice board?? Have you advertised on the classifield on here? Have you advertised on Dubizzle??
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Latest post on 27 April 2012 - 09:54
Yep... Linens out and don't bother with any make-up (sunglasses' out!)
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 09:38
I agree with roysie, you can find some nice things there. In particular I used to get a lot of things for my daughters, I think they have a great selection for children, especially babies and toddlers. ;)
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 09:36
Cant you ask the school/s? edited to add I am under the impression (from overhearing the woman in the swimming pool on holiday???!?!?!?, interogating a young girl from DC,) that 12 students went from DESC. In fact I am sure all the people around the pool know everything there is to know about this woman and her opinion on DC, other schools, AR and more. Incidentally we were in Sri Lanka at the time ;-) edited by BNBH on 26/04/2012 BNBH... how cringeworthy for you. On your hols too... no need!! :\:
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 09:35
JAP's alway fairs well at getting places at their prefered schools. Not everyone wants their child to attend DC & JC consequently not everyone appies.... and I am one of those. ;)
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 09:21
Go Sport in IBN def have them... short and long sleeves :)
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Latest post on 26 April 2012 - 09:20
Vest tops and simple t-shirts are great value and wash well. They sell branded mens trousers also at great prices... The homeware has some nice bits. So.... not all 'cheap and nasty'.....;)
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 19:52
Very dark out here by the 611 :\: It's nearly 8pm!!! lol GM... talking about clouds... ha, ha...
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 19:45
Very dark out here by the 611 :\:
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 15:35
I started taking Gynera in December... stopped after 2 months from the terrible emotional effect it had on me! Was fine before and been fine since I stopped... but really 'messed' my cycle up only taking it for 2 months..
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 15:33
Our friends who live in Sri Lanka have been given the warning as they are in the Tsunami area... they are on higher ground as we speak..
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 11:56
Welcome... anything you need, you know where we are :D
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 10:47
It is an amazing hotel... on its own penisula. It is quite a way out from the sights but within easy reach. Mutrah (harbour and souk) around 25 mins. We used to take weekend breaks at this hotel when we lived in Muscat :) http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g294007-d302117-Reviews-Shangri_La_s_Barr_Al_Jissah_Resort_Spa_Al_Bandar-Muscat_Governorate.html <em>edited by roysie on 11/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 10:37
Yes, you can get onto it from the Bypass Road. Thank you CM.. :)
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 10:06
Do you reach this new road from the E611 Dubai Bypass does anyone know??
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 22:05
I would highly recommend the Grand Azure... take a junior suite. The pool is amazing, weaves its way all round... lush ;)
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 22:00
A Rancher you have mail :D
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 16:51
http://dubai.dubizzle.com/classified/toys/outdoor-toys-structures/2012/4/5/8ft-trampoline-for-sale-2/?back=ZHViYWkuZHViaXp6bGUuY29tL3NlYXJjaC9DTC8/aXNfc2VhcmNoPTEmaXNfYmFzaWNfc2VhcmNoX3dpZGdldD0xJmtleXdvcmRzPXRyYW1wb2xpbmU= Dubizzle advert.. Not mine but just did a search for you <em>edited by roysie on 08/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 16:48
Posh Paws Animal Sanctuary is located close to Al Zubair, Ajman, exit 84 just off the Dubai Bypass Road E611. Very very easy... after you come off at exit 84 their gateway is located around 3 km on the right handside
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 16:32
Muslims don't eat frogs (any creatures that live in two worlds), so in a Muslim country your only option is at the non-halal sections. Its because of Kermit's relationship with Miss P!ggy :D
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 16:30
So I wore this lovely white (cotton/linen) dress and DD dropped some melted chocolate on it. I've tried everything to get it out but there is a light (but dark enough to be on white) stain. What color should I dye the dress? I was really hoping a pastel, but someone told me only black or chocolate would make the stain invisible? Also, I've never dyed stuff at home because I'm so scared of my well-established clumsiness. Would a dry cleaner do the job? Use the Dylon washing machine dye.... dress in drum, dylon in drum and follow instructions on which programme to use. Easy ;)
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 16:29
Spinneys in Motor City
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 16:06
I would try Geant at IBN Battuta... they sell snails etc so frogs legs maybe a possibility??
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 16:04
Fab, thanks so much Roysie x My pleasure... get it and running quick so you can get up to date with all the BGT!!
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 15:57
Could you possibly email me about one of those things as well. Would be much appreciated k l s l a t e r at h o t m a i l dot com edited by minxy on 08/04/2012 Minxy you have mail :D You can delete your mail add
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 12:51
Definately leave your water heaters on all the time. With the A/C only switch on when needed for sure!! Leave the controller on at 24 degrees on an auto setting ;)
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 10:52
Thanks GM... that looks like a nice one. Any idea on what kind of costing it was?? I cannot remember the exact price, it was something between AED200-AED300/person I *think*. It was about 2 weeks ago only. Give them a quick call and have a check. You'll love the views along the creek - start practising your night photography! ;) Fab... will ring them today. Thanks GM... have a fab day!! :D
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 10:25
Have read many old posts and narrowed down to 2 options. We decided on [url=http://www.radissonblu.com/hotel-dubaideiracreek/dining/al-mansour-dhow'>Al Mansour Dhow[/url'>. (Cannot remember what was the other one.) Everyone enjoyed themselves that night - it was very lovely. p.s. Vouchers also available on Entertainer. Thanks GM... that looks like a nice one. Any idea on what kind of costing it was??
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Latest post on 06 April 2012 - 11:01
ok...I really desperately want to be able to watch britain's got talent on ITV Player Please can someone email me about on of those "things" mrsandmrk at hotmail dot co dot uk NIP you got mail :D
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 21:30
I hate to disagree with everyone, but cranberry juice can make matters worse when you've actually got a UTI, as it's very acidic, and if it's sweetened, then the sugars again can make the situation worse. Chamomile is natural urinary tract disinfectant so drinking strong chamomile tea (I know it can taste revolting!) by making it with two tea bags and leaving them to stew can very quickly help - if you have any chamomile essential oil, then this is one of the very few you can apply direct to the skin, or, 4-6 drops mixed in with a teaspoon of oil of any type, it can then be massaged into the skin above your bladder. And use a hotwater bottle! I think anyone who's ever had cystitis and the likes is clenching their thighs whilst reading - you poor thing! ETA the chamomile treatment was originally recommended to me by a gynae/urinary specialist, and I often find that drinking it strong when I get the first twinges will often stop the need for further treatment edited by pinks on 01/04/2012 Thank you... I am sitting with camomile now, lets hope it helps... thanks again
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 20:55
No we did not take maleria tabs as the British Airways travel clinic said that there is no risk in that area. Also you can only get hold of one type of Malaria tabs here and the side effects can be bad... I took the advice of the clinic. If you go to any other area then the story would be different. We went as north as columbo and as south as Galle.
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 20:52
Also go to the Dr as my friend now has chronic kidney disease as she didn't get her UTI treated properly. Thanks longtimer... I seem to get 2 per year and as soon as I get it I go and get the antibiotics... I just needed something thing to help it on its way... x
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 20:49
roysie, barley water is an excellent remedy for urinary infection. Boil the barley in lots of water on low heat until its completely cooked through. Strain, throw away the boiled barley and drink the water. You will have to drink at leat 3-4 glasses of this over a day for a couple of days. And like the others said cranberry juice is great too, Hope you feel better soon. wow.. thank you Maple. Can I buy barley from Spinneys/Lulu??
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 20:47
Just been to the local shop and cleared the shelf of Cranberry juice... ploughing thru that and thanks I will go get some Ural in the morning. Thanks ladies I too hope it go's soon... making me feel very sorry for myself! Could be worse ;)
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 20:47
Drink cranberry juice and eat probiotic yoghurt Feel for you, UTIs are horrible! Do you mean actimel??
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 15:44
See detailed information here: http://www.dha.gov.ae/EN/ServiceCatalogue/Pages/IssuingNewHealthCard-Individual.aspx You are a star thank you :)
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 15:40
Its in Academic City... to the side of Silicon Oasis
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 11:58
Where exactly is City Hospital please <em>edited by roysie on 01/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 01 April 2012 - 09:55
Think this may be an April Fool's.... read more about it here... http://www.expatwoman.com/dubai/monthly_families_April_Fools_Day_8585.aspx HTH Took the words right out of my mouth....
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 20:56
Devastated i've had to switch my iron off........ lol... my heart bleeds :D :) ok so am sat here in the pitch dark and my wine is somewhere on the coffee table beside me.... this could get messy...... :( OMG... now thats bad, I took my raspberry cider with me to light switch just so not to misplace...
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 20:45
Devastated i've had to switch my iron off........ lol... my heart bleeds :D
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 20:44
All out in my house... good job I can touch type :D I ain't switching off my router! Me neither... I draw a line!!
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 20:39
All out in my house... good job I can touch type :D
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 16:15
Its only the lights right?
 
 
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