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Latest post on 21 September 2012 - 10:08
Anyone know if the blood unit still goes to Ibn once a month??
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 19:58
I'm O neg. Let me know how quick they need the blood. Poor little mite x <em>edited by salsB on 20/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 14:11
Hubby isn't hands on at all, never has been, but when I was I'll afew years ago, he travelled the long distance from work to look after me and the kids. He's a great cook, hasn't done a great deal since we been here, but I can't complain, he works hard and I don't anymore. Ask me this question afew years ago, working full time, two young girls, lived away from family, hubby worked away and was always have his few pints after work, and there was me struggling with life on a daily basis. So glad these days have gone. To all the mums out there, it does get better, as the kids get older. <em>edited by salsB on 20/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 14:04
Lateness drives me mad, hardly ever late. If we are having a get together I would tend to say, come between 1 and 2, for example. Friends tend to turn up around the 1pm mark. Here I think can be Abit different, so if going by taxi I tend to text ahead and say I'm on my way.
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 13:51
Yes there are some that a rude, but there also so really nice ones too. If I am only doing a 10dhs fare I tend to give an extra 10 for their time. I'm sure taxi drivers find some of their customers very rude sometimes. Swings and roundabouts, but as for the OP you should of been better treated, especially with all your shopping and the kids.
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 10:35
So, which airline miles are you both going to be collecting then... FlyDubai is the way to go.
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 10:33
Be a lot difficult for those that travel to AD.
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 10:32
It is hit and miss, I'm in an apartment and do get a lot of dropped calls.
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Latest post on 20 September 2012 - 09:31
I'm in the same boat as you SalsB, but I go next week! Am so settled here in Dubai and I'm so sad to be leaving but now it's actually happening, I'm feeling a [i'>bit[/i'> more positive about it (although I'm dreading the actual leaving part - I'm not a pretty crier so am hoping I can keep my dignity at the airport!) Once you know where you'll be living and start looking into it more, hopefully you'll be ok. I'm planning on coming back now & then for visits and shopping so thatll be something to look forward to whilst I'm settling in. If you like, we can stay in touch & I'll fill you in on how things are going and hopefully, you'll feel a bit better about it all soon X Yes it would be really good to know how your move goes. I've been searching on where to live, have two friends in Doha who have been really great in giving info and advise. Keep in touch and let me know how you get on. X <em>edited by salsB on 20/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 22:15
I just can't believe a 4 year old would know what stealing means, ofcourse the little rascals get into mischief, and by all means, pick a wallet up and take money, sure the kid wouldn't know what money is.
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 22:11
Think our budget no more than 13,000 a month. I have two persians, so really important LL allows pets, so it will be me And hubby, no kids, we are in our mid 40's, I wont be working. Have helped with Feline Friends as a fosterer, probably be looking to do the same when I move.
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 21:47
Do we know the dates for Eid. Want to book a get away as well. Tia no not yet but likely to be 25th or defo the weekend, sch half term is set for that whole week, with the eid at the end of it, the hospitals in abu dhabi are closing for that time too. What no hospitals???? Hope I don't get sick!!!! Lol
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 21:46
Just recently the Govt here was talking about incentives for families who have 6+ children to increase the numbers of Emiratis......but the question is how can you put 6 car seats in a vehicle, easily? A limo maybe!!!
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 21:40
Do we know the dates for Eid. Want to book a get away as well. Tia
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 21:36
Sent hubby's on 27th August had it back by 8th September.
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 21:33
I've done cruises before, never mingled on deck or joined any type of club. Our cruise goes to Singapore, but on previous trips, god how many stuck up idiots do you meet!!!! lol.
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 21:29
I think after afew years living in an apartment I am in need of a house. In need of outdoor space.
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 21:11
I really can't see a 5 or 8 year old going into a purse to take money?????
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 21:06
Was in Doha in April for a flying visit, never thought we would be moving there, but its happening in November, I will be coming for a nose and to check out what is available. I will come into Dubs often as my DD and Bessie is here, but feel its not gonna be the same,
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 20:46
DD was paid 4000 a month, this was 2 years ago.
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 20:43
Been here a wee while, hubby in construction, we have passed many construction sites and laughs on the shoddy rubbish that is being built. My own option, I wouldn't buy here, time you paid the mortgage, you home won't be standing. <em>edited by salsB on 17/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 20:38
My fat fingers and iPad spell check gets me into trouble all the time, lol
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 20:31
I've only been here 4 years, and the amount of accidents I heard of is shocking. If schools want to name and shame, not much Wrong in that. So many parents do hide their heads in the sand when it comes to safety, kids need to be protected, and I should be the parents duty to do this. I've seen kids in cars without any restraint!!!!!
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Latest post on 17 September 2012 - 20:26
Yes I would need to mention this, if you know for certain the money was there, and now it's gone, someone in the house has taken it.
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Latest post on 15 September 2012 - 17:12
It's on the green line. If you are coming down the red line, you'll change at Burjuman (Khalid Bin Walid) and then it's just one stop down on the green line and about a 5 minute walk from the metro station. Ask inside the metro station for the best exit to the Khaleej centre. :) Sorry, yes Fahidi St is the name of the metro station (and the street that leads from the metro down to the post office/museum etc) edited by BiscuitMuncher on 15/09/2012 Thanks BM, :)
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Latest post on 15 September 2012 - 16:21
Hi Plum2 there is a new system that works quite well :) Firstly, you need to remember to get different passport photos, they only take 2" x 2". The new processing place is in the Khaleej Centre in Bur Dubai. (By metro, Fahidi St is your closest). Get there early in the morning. I think it is under 200 AED for the visit visa. It takes about 3 days and you can pay a bit extra (I think 50 AED) to have your passport delivered back to your door. You need all the usual docs + for a tourist visa take your flight/hotel bookings. if you don't have anything booked, then book something online that you can cancel. edited by BiscuitMuncher on 15/09/2012 BM, it that the name of the metro station, is it the red or green line?? I need to go and get my visa sorted. Tia
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 18:04
I forgot to mention this, Du Customer Service said to manually find a network and not have it automatic on the phone, not sure this would work either.
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 17:36
Nicolas and Asp cover most things, also the clinic at Ibn Mall (Welcare).
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 17:07
I'm with Du and have never been able to make a call, even thou, I've asked them why, they tell me, they have no idea. I can accept calls and texts and can text back, but that's it. They also said maybe it would be a good idea to get a local sim whilst i'm abroad!!!! What????
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 15:13
Suppose a bit different, but Hubby gets 3 return flights a year, If we dont take them we loose them, no money is offered in exchange.
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 14:05
Have you have any friends that could recommend, or know of anyone who has babysat for their Lo's. I only let my DM or MIL to babysit.
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Latest post on 12 September 2012 - 14:02
I cant seen the OP original post, where has it gone???
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Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 19:19
Backin August I was in the queue for over an hour, flight landed just after midnight. Was so annoyed as my E-Gate had just expired.
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Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 19:17
Thanks so much! Love it that I have to have an NOC from my DH (Dubai Husband presumably?). How funny is that? I suppose one has to laugh or otherwise you'll end up crying. DH - Darling husband, lol
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Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 19:17
Thanks so much! Love it that I have to have an NOC from my DH (Dubai Husband presumably?). How funny is that? I suppose one has to laugh or otherwise you'll end up crying. DH - Darling husband, lol
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Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 17:39
No. Even if the kids can swim, accidents can happen, we were on holiday once and 8 year old lad, that could swim like a fish, sadly drown. Not sure any decent parent would even consider letting their kids use a pool unattended.
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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 19:09
Hubby uses them, cheaper than the dealer, he seems happy with their services.
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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 19:06
I don't spend a lot, hate shopping, bought a couple dresses today in ibn, they aren't fancy, I do go to Debenhams, have bought some nice things in there, but I've found bargains in BHS. So no I ont buy expensive clothes in general. Sunglasses, wll I lose or break them, so I don't buy designer either.
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Latest post on 09 September 2012 - 18:59
Congratulations, hope you have a long and happy life here on EW, lol
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Latest post on 07 September 2012 - 00:23
Ffs....... What is the world coming too. Some of the replies are a good read thou, lol.
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Latest post on 07 September 2012 - 00:17
If my hubby's company PRO could work on the side, he would make afew bob, he is brilliant. There are afew offices about, one in Green Community, DIP, in the mall, up the escalator, deal with allsorts. Hope that helps.
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Latest post on 07 September 2012 - 00:02
Overtime, we seem to know and trust people, especially some great ladies on EW, I have taken things back to the UK, no question, it's no big deal, yes we do want to help, I'm the first one to help, but as in this instance, who has an empty suitcase???? I just got back from home only 3 weeks and my case was 28kgs coming back ( allowance was 30 ) and I didn't need to buy much other than, bits and bobs for me and a friend. Yes I ask mates, if they need anything, and yes I bring them back what they need. Ps, my mum coming soon, so if you need anything small bringing back, let me know.
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 23:00
Going back to early this year, a real estate company in Tecom tried to scam us, I and real estate friend sorted it out, I complained to Rera, and guess what heard nothing, the thieving f@@@ is still active with his business, how are they getting away with is????
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 22:45
Sorry; Kelly got there first. I was to slow, thanks anyway, x
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 22:30
There is also another service called "Get me" have a google. Hope this helps. @op, where do you live???
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 22:22
It does amaze me that certain people run round for strangers, but never once sat and considered people who took time and effort out whilst they lived here. I would move heaven and earth for friends, no doubt, but my god, some people make me sick. <em>edited by salsB on 06/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 20:35
Yes please, my mum coming soon, x
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Latest post on 06 September 2012 - 20:28
I recall being asked to get some face powder for someone, I put myself out, it was winter back at home, got soaked through, got the darn stuff, came back, came on here to say I got what she wanted, was asked if I could bring it to Ajman, I said no, never heard from her again. Each time I go home I do ask if anyone had any post etc, I only bring back stuff for friends now. Not being rude but asking a follow EW'er if they have an empty suitcase is so funny. Lol <em>edited by salsB on 06/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 September 2012 - 19:15
but what about the daft sods that buy? Funny was talking about this today, obviously have money to waste,
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Latest post on 05 September 2012 - 19:09
Getting as bad as the cheesecake thread, robbing sods.
 
 
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