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Latest post on 23 June 2011 - 04:50
Im heading home today, so If you want me to deposit the cheque, let me know.
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Latest post on 19 June 2011 - 20:49
Hubby's PRO isnt local either and is brilliant.
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Latest post on 19 June 2011 - 20:22
Its alot more quieter up the escalators.
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Latest post on 19 June 2011 - 19:55
Catmad, I do hope the kitties get rehomed. I have a young cat ready to give birth. She was dumped in an empty villa, so sad, but its a good job that we are here to help these poor animals.
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Latest post on 19 June 2011 - 08:54
As a youngster I spent alot of time in Fife, we were let to roam freely, playing in the Den, up the Craigs, potato and strawberry picking. My uncle had 6 kids plus us four, we used to spend the 6 weeks holidays up there. Good times, such a shame we have to grow up.
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Latest post on 19 June 2011 - 08:32
Here & Now's not a happy camper :) Not everyone can be happy, cant please everyone, lol
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Latest post on 19 June 2011 - 08:29
Nothing wrong with pottering, im an expert at it!!!!!!!!!! What with a bottle vodka in one hand and a fag in the other, brilliant.
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Latest post on 18 June 2011 - 10:48
Dont seem to see joints of Pork here.
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Latest post on 18 June 2011 - 10:22
Bumping, there will be lots of lovey cats and kittens that are desparate for a new loving home.
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Latest post on 18 June 2011 - 10:01
Im heading back to Birmingham next Thursday, looking forward to cooler weather. I dont even own a coat!!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 10:22
Boomerang, Your are right actually, we shouldnt be so hard on the OP. We can get ourselves into situations, and look for help.
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 08:27
Thanks Jac.
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 08:00
Anyone know exactly where the shop is. Tia
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 23:00
Im such a sucker for cats!!!!!!!!! Downy is adorable, Ive met the lovely chappy and he would make an excellent pet. Will put out feelers to everyone of my pet loving pals in Dubai. Having 3 cats of my own, a very heavy pregnant stray in my study, and promised the neighbour I will look after her rag doll for 6 weeks, will always make space for Downy and will get him a lovely home if and when Moo Moo runs out of time. OMG I will owe DH big time, hahahaah, xxx
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 22:33
I went direct to LL. He has been in touch and mentioned he will get the agent to renew the contract. I aint paying nothing towards renewal. LL hasnt mentioned nothing yet, but im waiting.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 22:30
Does it really matter????? is it so important to be served potatoe chips. Never crosses my mind about getting any freebies. Funny old world.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 21:01
I never buy topside or silverside, a cheaper cut of meat, tender loin will be more expensive but you cant go wrong and it will be so tender and tasty. Try a rib eye joint, I but these all the time, and never bought a bad peice of meet. thanks SalsB, I knew silverside and topside wont be as nice as they are much cheaper but thought i would ask since i never tried them before. i don't remember seeing rib eye joint at the shops though, the shops seem to be full of tenderloin, silverside and topside but will defo search for a rib eye joint when I go next...thx a lot SalsB If the butcher / shop sells rib eye steaks, just ask them for a rib eye joint, It can be so difficult for them to understand sometimes, I bought a joint today, with ease, and it was lovely, I bought mine from Al Maya, but normally I use Spinneys, but their prices have gone thru the roof lately.[/quot thanks SalsB. Is the rib eye joint cheaper than tenderloin? the tenderloin I buy is around AED108 per kg. Find it very expensive hence looking for other alternatives without compromising too much on 'tenderness'. Rib eye in Al Maya was around 60dhs a kilo. Its much dearer in Spinneys, Choithrams are ok in pricing.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 20:55
I dont think there is E-Gate near JLT. Dnata or the airport I think.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 20:52
I never buy topside or silverside, a cheaper cut of meat, tender loin will be more expensive but you cant go wrong and it will be so tender and tasty. Try a rib eye joint, I but these all the time, and never bought a bad peice of meet. thanks SalsB, I knew silverside and topside wont be as nice as they are much cheaper but thought i would ask since i never tried them before. i don't remember seeing rib eye joint at the shops though, the shops seem to be full of tenderloin, silverside and topside but will defo search for a rib eye joint when I go next...thx a lot SalsB If the butcher / shop sells rib eye steaks, just ask them for a rib eye joint, It can be so difficult for them to understand sometimes, I bought a joint today, with ease, and it was lovely, I bought mine from Al Maya, but normally I use Spinneys, but their prices have gone thru the roof lately.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 20:46
Yes rum and raisin is lovely even thou I dont like rum. I also hate coffee in food / ice cream etc, errrrrrr.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 20:43
I never buy topside or silverside, a cheaper cut of meat, tender loin will be more expensive but you cant go wrong and it will be so tender and tasty. Try a rib eye joint, I but these all the time, and never bought a bad peice of meet.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 20:30
Just give your 3 months notice now and you wont have to return after the summer. I wouldnt take money that doesnt belong to me, so If you are going to lose any monies then be it. As for anothe Gulf country I would definately not risk it.
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 22:43
Ive heard some good reviews on THe Talk, Movenpick JBR, prices start from 240 I think.
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 08:02
If you hate everything about smoking then it shouldnt be that difficult to give up.
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Latest post on 12 June 2011 - 07:58
thank you all fort your comments! any information and advice is welcome!! I arrive next friday and will be visiting the marina myself. I'm currently looking at the Park Island towers? I saw some adds for it on Dubizzle and am in love with the kitchens and bathrooms... Storage space and cabinets are important to me and Park Island so far seems to have the most.Is it just me or judging from the listings I am seeing, there doesn't seem to be much storage space in apartments? Closets are small...no cabinets in washrooms? I live across from Park Island and it does look very nice.
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 22:40
I cant wait to leave the marina. The noise of the Ferrari's going up down up down up down for no reason. (which i can hear as im writing this) the lack of parking for my visitors and the way shops feel its ok to block off public parking for their customers only. The marina has become dirty and run down and because the prices have dropped, any old tom, d*ck or harry can live 10 to an apartment. More and more low quality restaurants and shops opening which really do not cater for 'Marina' style living really had enough of this dump now. In fact the whole of Dubai is going down the pan compared to when I was first here 27 years ago. I think you are walkin round with your eyes closed!!!!!!!!!! enlighten me, please, what all the marina is a dump?????? I dont think so. Maybe its need rid of trashy tenants, then it will be a much better place. lol
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 22:37
After being in Midiff for a year and The Green Community in DIP the same, we love the Marina. Traffic!!! ok depends where you are, but once the doors are closed I hear nothing. Ive always lived in sub roads back home with hardly any traffic, so hate listening to cars whizzing by. I have everything on my door step, metro, Spinneys, hotels, bars, beach, shops, I have everything I need. As for buildings:- to many to mention, but, most of The Tridient buildings, Marina Sail, Marina Terrace are all excellent buildings to go for. I have a friend in real estate, if you need a hand to pick, let me know. There was a 3 bed unfurnished in Trident Bayside for 135,000. Have a look on Dubizzle. Its a top end apartment block. Hello, sorry if don't mind me asking, how much does a three bed apt cost in marina? I am thinking of relocating there..TIA
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 22:33
Im sure a kodak outlet with be able to do this for you,
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Latest post on 11 June 2011 - 22:31
Uptown Mirdiff have a ladies only gym, near Spinneys. Not sure if this is too far out the way for you thou.
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Latest post on 10 June 2011 - 00:34
My DD worked for a a large construction company back home, and the colleague fo her's knows 2 of my friends here. Its a very small world.
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Latest post on 09 June 2011 - 21:06
Brilliant news Moo Moo. x
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 18:14
If you have children I wouldnt recommed a hamster, their lifespan is only for approx 18 months. My DD used to be heart broke. Not very pleasant, as they become terminal quick quickly.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 18:13
Ironing bed sheets, are we having a laugh!!!! lol, well too funny. If I wash and hang out ASAP no real creases.
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Latest post on 06 June 2011 - 21:43
Moo moo didnt search for these animals they have landed on her door step, she has in the past tried to home the animals. Moo Moo has opened her door and gave them temporary home rather than being left on the street to starve. At least Moo Moo has the sensible approach, unlike some people that just dumped their pets and jumped on a plane.
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Latest post on 06 June 2011 - 21:14
I will email the fosterline and helpline just to let them know the poor lad is about. Hope someone comes forward to claim him. Keep us posted about the micro chip.
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Latest post on 06 June 2011 - 21:05
Is there any chance you could get him to the local vet and check his micro chip checked. Please inform FF helpline that you have found the cat, let the vet know too. <em>edited by salsB on 06/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 06 June 2011 - 07:12
There are so great and wonderful people here, you just need to sieve thru the people that just want to know you for networking purposes. Ive met lots of people here, but only a handful are friends. Funny enough I was at a friend's surprise dinner on friday, 18 were coming, only 8 turned up!!!!!!! obviously they were probably offered something better to do!!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 10:28
I wouldnt mind testing the shampoo, let me know when you have made it.
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 02:05
Seriously Im not sure, maybe its a warning light!!
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 01:49
After being in Midiff for a year and The Green Community in DIP the same, we love the Marina. Traffic!!! ok depends where you are, but once the doors are closed I hear nothing. Ive always lived in sub roads back home with hardly any traffic, so hate listening to cars whizzing by. I have everything on my door step, metro, Spinneys, hotels, bars, beach, shops, I have everything I need. As for buildings:- to many to mention, but, most of The Tridient buildings, Marina Sail, Marina Terrace are all excellent buildings to go for. I have a friend in real estate, if you need a hand to pick, let me know.
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Latest post on 03 June 2011 - 00:01
Boddington Hotel is in JLT, I know they are furnished.
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 21:58
Its for telephone banking, you should have been sent your ATM pin number separately.
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 20:56
If you both decided to have just 2 children then you need to just have 2 children. I wouldnt accidently fall pregnant without DH knowledge, that would be so unfair. Try and get him in a good mood and try and get him wrapped round your little finger, us woman can work wonders!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 20:46
Do we get 60dhs off the normal rate as a resident!!!! it would work out cheaper using the vouchers wouldnt it.
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 15:45
NO I dont think you can, the vouchers are not to be used in conjuction with any other offers.
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 10:23
I call mine " Diddy ". <em>edited by salsB on 01/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 10:20
My DD in the UK is an agent for Nu Skin, If you need further info let me know.
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Latest post on 31 May 2011 - 15:58
I wouldnt think it being a problem, maybe order in plenty of time thou.
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Latest post on 31 May 2011 - 09:24
I feel like this sometimes, and with me just turning 45, I dont have a hope in the world. Chin up hun, How did the interview go yesterday????? Why do you want to work, crack the wine open and enjoy. xx
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Latest post on 31 May 2011 - 09:21
Its right next to the Westin. Assuming you are leaving JBR and heading towards Burj Al Arab way, it will be on your left, you have drive down and do a U Turn. ( Sorry got no Idea of road names ).