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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 16:15
tried resisting but here is my bit: sleeping in the morning (I still can :D) Facebook EW forum sweets.. cakes, chocolates, ice cream... u name it going out (of the house lol) my kids oooooh and all those coupon sites..
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 16:14
tried resisting but here is my bit: sleeping in the morning (I still can :D) Facebook EW forum sweets.. cakes, chocolates, ice cream... u name it going out (of the house lol) my kids
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 14:56
my friend is paying 120 for a villa on the opposite side of uptown Mirdiff on the way to MCC, sharing a pool wth 3 others... three ensuite bedrooms HTH
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 14:53
Ladies, one by one.. THANK YOU SO MUCH for your help, compassion and advice... it really is heartwarming... I am still waiting for one person to contact us locally to help us through the process, but yes I heard it is 10/day each for those on residency visa... what a relief compared to 100/day visit visas... as i said i will post the info as soon as i go through it, the forum doesn't cover this information and it might come in handy
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 09:42
Thank you ladies who chose to help with advice, I will be following up on this soon and add my bit of information when I find it so that others can benefit from it if God forbid it happens to any other family (and it does more often than we think) ... thank you again as for those who chose to be in your own words 'nasty, cruel' I'd say stop being judgmental that is not your place, nor the time, it is not helpful, I asked for information not for mean comments, that's not why many of us come here for...
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Latest post on 17 May 2011 - 17:03
I went through an agency as I didn't want someone with ME experience. I interviewed few maid locally & some of them had lots of unreasonable expectations. She's been with us for 2 yrs. We sent her on a 1 month paid vacation last year & we'r renewing her contract for a 3rd year before she goes on vacation next month. She's not perfect byt she's the right person for the job. She joined us when I was pregnant. DS was also suffering from colic & reflux. We didn't expect her to take responsibilities of the baby but she offered to help & she took some responsibilities like watching him when I'm busy cooking, taking a nap or a shower. DS is 18 months & she's really good with him. She doesn't babysit but she will happily do if we want her to. xx This is exactly what we are looking for. Could you PM the agency you used if you do not mind me asking? Thanks everyone we are going to stop looking for now and wait until I get there to start again. hello there, When are you coming to Dubai, if you are 100% sure you don't want a 'locally available/recommended maid by leaving sponsors' I might be able to help you emial me on saby 98 m at gmail dot com
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 15:13
why not book 5 maids at the same time. 4 sit in the kitchen waiting as you interview...if only 1 of the 5 shows up at least you have not wasted your time lol i like the idea... make THEM wait... revenge for all the other mums lol sorry to hear they waste your time like that, what IS their POINT though??? 0_o then people tell me they prefer maid available in Dubai!!!
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Latest post on 09 May 2011 - 15:07
you will know when you meet her (check body language and other signs) but even better....call the family (they have to give an NOC and transfer her visa to you, so you MUST speak to them do it once you met her better than wait til all paper work is sorted... good luck
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Latest post on 08 May 2011 - 23:13
Thankyou guys, all very good points. I am mainly looking for a housemaid and have explained to them that their main tasks would be looking after the house. But even still I would need help now and again with the kids anyway so i need someone who wouldn't shy away from nanny / housmaid work. Thanks very much IslandGirl but really looking for a maid to start within the next two weeks am slowly starting to go into meltdown mode. :) email me on saby 98 m at g mail dot com might be able to help
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Latest post on 03 May 2011 - 11:28
Not directly stress-relieving, but definitely helps to keep things ticking smoothly in Dubai... 1. Try to have a walk outside every day near some greenery. Listen to the birds tweeting. Breathe some air deep into your lungs, yup even the hot stuff. Look at the sunshine and appreciate it. 2. Always carry some pp/visa copies of yourself and your DH 3. Always carry some pp photos 4. Keep loose change for parking, always have 20/30 AED for a taxi 5. Have a paper diary for lists etc. Organised Mum has a brilliant range with pocket diaries/tear out shopping lists/meal plans etc. 6. Meal plan for the whole week. Cook at the weekend & freeze bolognese sauce etc ready to throw together a meal at short notice after work. 7. If SZR stresses you, don't drive on it. Choose Al Wasl instead, and budget for the extra time it will take. 8. Find the nearest grocery to you that delivers. Have them on speed dial at home & use them for milk/fruit/bread etc. Saves a trip to the supermarket. 9. If you don't have help at home, send your ironing (or washing + ironing) out to be done. Picked up and delivered back on hangers 2 days later. 10. Write lists of your deadlines, what HAS to be done today and what can wait until tomorrow. Relax.....:) second that... may be add... part time help at home too
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Latest post on 25 April 2011 - 18:38
Max.. in MCC.. or any branch...
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Latest post on 24 April 2011 - 23:08
not sure about the price but I saw some adult 'surfers' swimwear at carefour about 4 days ago, may be that could do as the coberage is good... the ones at Debenhams (same as those online) start at AED.380...
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 21:22
was invited on FB for this... don't know the prices but here is part of the info: Please contact Sunanda for tickets on 050-6467765 or send an email to sunanda@thinkline.ae This event is an entirely fundraising exercise for Al Noor Training Centre for Children with Special Needs. http://www.facebook.com/media/set/fbx/?set=a.489003241392.286404.230832651392&closeTheater=1#!/event.php?eid=138838222855940
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 16:35
lol... good one... will see around and try it will tell u if it works ..thanks for the 'advice' :D
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 12:51
I bought something called "Disc Repair" (in a small tube), to use on scratched discs and to clean them up. For the life of me I can't remember where, but anywhere that sells DVDs or equipment should have that or something similar. edited by Crystil on 22/04/2011 thank you Crystil... did the product work, is it for scratches or for general cleaning... I will check those CD stores (next to spineys's?)
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 12:38
sweets are my sin.... how about: mini chocolate tarts , chocolate mousse cups, a chocolate fountain or chocolate fondue with all the required fruits and mashmallow around, chocolate eclairs... OK done I'm going to have some chocolate something now!!!
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Latest post on 22 April 2011 - 10:22
I think most Westerners prefer to hire maids who are already in the country so that they can meet them first. Most do not want to pay the fees to bring someone over. However, it is probably wiser to hire a maid who has not been in the country before... So that's probably why you're having a hard time placing her, Sababy. Why don't you tell her to register with an agency in Ethiopia? edited by AnonDubai on 22/04/2011 thank you for being the voice of reason AD, especially that I am not a poster with an agenda... regarding the agencies in Ethiopia is that they charge them a lot of money there, and end up sending them to 'whatever family' even those with past bad treatment incl. those who don't pay for months :( and for much less salaries than promissed, and this is someone I was trying to assist, i just don't know anyone who needs a helper which is why I passed the info here...
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 23:27
Haha and funny as well. what's so funny!!! u seems to have nothing else to do!!
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 22:29
just to clarify, since I have been accused of being 'obsessed with the Ethiopian helper'! I was only trying to assist her find a job since so many ladies here look for good maids, hopefuly no one will be bothered any further or throw empty accusations... I have always tried to help anyone and everyone!!! Iam a SAHM who wanted to help others FOR FREE!!!
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 21:47
I take it you are not interested in the Ethiopian from EthiopiaWhere else do they come from? I mean the ones available in Dubai for direct interview
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 21:46
I am not obsessed I am just trying to help the lady, i'm just asking her as I wasn't sure about the nationality, and not having an attitude whatsoever!!!
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 21:19
I take it you are not interested in the Ethiopian from Ethiopia
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Latest post on 21 April 2011 - 21:11
why does nobody think of charity anymore? I (personally) go that path, at least we know the needy get it.. but good luck with the garage sale
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 19:20
not sure about companies... but many advertise on gulf news... otherwise just dibizzle them :) good luck
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Latest post on 18 April 2011 - 18:34
ok i do the folowing sometimes... I go on google... anywords needed plus the word dubai... it will bring you to expatwoman forum....
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Latest post on 17 April 2011 - 17:46
can i get that info please as well. thank you sent :) u can delete ur email
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Latest post on 17 April 2011 - 16:53
go to this site... it has all of them (almost) http://dubaikidz.biz/spring11.html
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Latest post on 17 April 2011 - 16:26
Ok yesterday at the police station the officer told us this weekend 4 other ethiopian maids were reported to run away. Whats up with these girls? Not sure i want Ethiopian again. Anyone know about family who are relocating and maid looking for a new family? I'm thinking why the **** was she bothered to even come back from holiday and then run ??? oh dear, i have the feeling the agency has something to do with it. it looks like a local gang getting together... shame that they are being treated well so have no reason whatsoever to do such a thing...
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Latest post on 17 April 2011 - 10:13
for some reason my thread about ''good ethiopian maidavailable but in ethiopia, any one interested' has been deleted (????) I am not the only one on the forum helping a maid find a job, so please mods help me understand the reason mine has been deleted... in the meantime please let me know if anyone is really/actually/ seriously looking for an ethiopian helper (legally) thank you
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Latest post on 14 April 2011 - 15:17
Nice brunch with close friends at the pyramids ( 2 for 1 deal ) can't wait!! :D about this offer... has anyone tried this and liked it... should I bring along my kids? 8 and 5, and 2 yrs old?
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 18:03
have it here in Dubai... I'm sure someone will give you recommendation.. Jumeirah is definitly the Dr. 90210 of the region :)
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 17:48
sending some cyber hugs call her when u have calmed down, or get her to visit u sooon
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 16:51
Thank you so much for all the deal website info - spent good few hours checking them all out last night and have already bought a few things!! DH reckons I've spent money I wouldn't have normally spent but he just doesn't understand a bargain lol We've not bought an Entertainer book yet but have some visitors arriving soon so are just considering whether is worth buying or using the vouchers on some of the sites you've quoted - so much fun for me doing my shopping around :) good deeds good deeds, i'm glad many of you are staying late, I feel less lonely.. lol DH are all sharing the same feeling ... but a bargain is a bargain... with the 2for1 and ad7antage sites you might need the entertainer less... I have one too but that's because i intend to be here in the summer with my 3 kids and some visitors now and then :) do pass the site around.. I AM :)
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 16:19
i can't understand the use of the eye scan at the airport if they can't even match that up when a case like this comes up !!??
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 22:05
there will be plenty of summer camps.. you'll be spoilt for choice... and they will make friends there... go on http://dubaikidz.biz http://dubaikidz.biz/[b'>summer-camps.html [/b'>when time comes also register for their newsletter they will update u.. we're also here til end of august then traveling to morocco hopefuly in september that entertainer book will be used and abused this summer... :D
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 22:00
I absolutely loved the cities in Morocco, specially Fez, Tetuan and Marrakech. This last one is too touristic, but if you are going with children maybe better. I also loved Sidi Ifni, which has an amazing beach just before you arrive to the town. Morocco is huge, though, so you should star to narrow down the area you are going to visit. Perhaps a resort by the beach in Essaouira is your best option. Locals can be very persistent, specially with Western ladies, so be careful if you are walking around on your own and dress modestly. edited by Nimonemo on 12/04/2011 thank you nemonemo.. i was told essouira is more for the young and funky... my kids are too young, may be a day visit will do but not to stay the whole 10 days right?... is there any water park i don't know about? i have been to morocco in the past with my parents as a teenager, to casa and drive the whole counry... now my turn to take my kids there and see the places i missed out on :) just can't tell where to go.. things changed in 20 odd years :s
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 20:32
Big bump :)
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 19:47
seen wide shoes at Evans debenhams, try calling their branches before going saves u the trip.. as for fabreez.. i know what you're talking about, there is something similar near the air freshner or softners shelves at the union cooperative and Car4 i think
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 19:42
I'm not sure of the model but I will ask him and get back to you. Its the slide phone, very similar to the old D900i but a little bulkier thank you for sharing... i started losing faith lol
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 19:41
I'm sure what u do in your own home is nobody's business.. even if the thread get deleted, ppl still excercise the way it suits them If that makes u comfortable then do it!!!
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 19:38
My DH uses the Samsung one and it is great. Basic in comparison to theblackberrys and iPhones but has everything you need :) thank u YP... would u know the name/code? is the sound good?
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 19:37
from memory the prices are the same as magic planet (same company)... it starts at 65, then 75 and 100 per child minimum 20 children... u can chose the package
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 19:35
how come no one is sharing info... no one is using a dual phone? :(
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 00:44
you're welcome i had shared them with few friends lately so they were ready for my EW friends too ;o) I do check the deals daily (or midnight) before they even send me an email ... i'm way ahead..lol.. but i watch my spending... soo tempted everyday 'sigh' Sababy, can't quite believe I stayed up to check the deals! Luckily I don't have to get up too early tomo. I'm hooked:-( Oh dear... i did the same... i do have to wake up early then can go back to sleep when kids are gone lol... there is a top secret deal from cobone only if u like them on FB.. can't open it though.. my virus scanner won't let me do chec again tomorrow... some start at 3 am lol.. not staying That late good nite :)
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Latest post on 12 April 2011 - 00:37
was it located on a corner ? i have a vague memory of the one u mention... i can meet ur friend when she's here and show her but can't remember the actual name of the shop :s ... when do u need this info?
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 20:18
send him to Dubai mall for breakfast, lunch and diner... make sure they go up the burj, visit the aquaurium and the water zoo and stay til the last fountain show....if kids are in the list then kidzania will do .... do wild wadi and visit the Atlantis :D
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 17:30
I feel ur pain, not easy with age difference (no matter how many years)... and look out for the special moments ...they will come ur way eventually... do meet up with ur DS school friends in play areas... and run after DD.. that way everyone is happy... sending u cyber hugs :o)
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 15:46
any feedback? tried and tested?
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 13:39
Hello Sababy, I have had a Samsung, too. I used it for my private card and company card, as long as I was working. This is not the case anymore and I would like to sell it, if you are interested. I used it maybe for 3 months and haven´t touched it the last 12 months. If you are interested, please let me know. I need to check wich model it is, as I can´t remember anymore. As a matter of fact i am now looking for good condition second hand one... let me know the model, the price and send me ur email
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 12:06
so no one with dual sim?
 
 
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