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Latest post on 09 April 2011 - 20:31
Im looking for a huge pair too, so I can throw them at WestLife this Thursday. lol ha ha ha. Ive had an email today I may be getting 2 backstage passes for Ali, so excited, hahahaha
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Latest post on 09 April 2011 - 20:17
Im looking for a huge pair too, so I can throw them at WestLife this Thursday. lol
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Latest post on 09 April 2011 - 20:07
I need to send a special gift for a 65th birthday, can you recommend any websites for me, the present is to be sent to the UK.
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Latest post on 09 April 2011 - 20:02
Try asking security in Trident Bayside, I think they may have numbers direct with the Landlords. 2bed unfurnished going for about 90-100 now. Lovely building with great finish, near Marina Metro too. Check out Dubizzle website aswell, you will find loads of apartments on there. Enjoy the UK weather it hit 38 today here, winter is over, brace yourself for the hot summer.
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Latest post on 09 April 2011 - 12:40
Urban Tails is a new pet resort near The Green Community, small dog rates are 115dhs per day, take alook at their website, the place looks lovely.
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Latest post on 09 April 2011 - 11:56
Personally I would use a courier. The postals service is isnt to good, items go missing all the time, Ive had cards sent from the UK and never received them. DH internal post here takes weeks to get to us.
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Latest post on 09 April 2011 - 11:17
A friend said a cheque can cashed upto 12 months.
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Latest post on 09 April 2011 - 11:16
I was told the most romantic restaurant in Dubai is the one at the end of the Jetty at Al Qasr.
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Latest post on 08 April 2011 - 10:36
We got off a Burjaman and then took a taxi, dont think you will be able to walk in the heat today. <em>edited by salsB on 08/04/2011</em>
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Latest post on 08 April 2011 - 08:04
Im sure there was plenty of well dressed ladies there, but OMG definately some chav's there too. funny.
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Latest post on 08 April 2011 - 07:59
A have friends that go on about this programme, I didnt have a clue, now I know. Very funny.
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Latest post on 07 April 2011 - 16:02
Brunch at one of the hotels at Madinat, not sure which one, Saturday some nice Iraqi food in Deira. Then just a chill out.
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Latest post on 07 April 2011 - 15:19
You may want to get a police check on a new maid, and 2 questions I would ask is, have you ever stolen items or husbands from a previous employer!!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 07 April 2011 - 15:17
Good luck with the surgery, please let us know how malak is doing, x
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Latest post on 06 April 2011 - 23:46
Hi all concert goers Just chatting to a friend earlier about whether we should dress up in 80's attire for the concert...anyone doing it? Also, what time are you all getting there?? Here's hoping for a great night!...have fun! edited by chizz on 06/04/2011 Chizz go for it, great idea, x
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Latest post on 06 April 2011 - 23:45
Aww what a shame that you have become terrified of the aspect of giving birth. All I can say its one of those pains that is soon fogotten when you hold your beautiful little one in your arms. I suggest you talk to your doctor and go thru your birthing plan. Im all for any mum to be to take what ever pain relief they need or want!!. Dont panic, we are all so different, some of us have a very low pain threshold and some of us dont. Childbirth is one of those subjects its hard to explain, but all so worth while. big hug to the OP.
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Latest post on 06 April 2011 - 23:36
Fretty, babies will want to get away with murder if we let them, you may need to try and put him in his crib with a music mobile and try and not hold him so much. I can understand this will be hard, but babies memory span is so short he will get used to it, honestly. He may cry for a wee while, dont fret to much, unless he really does heartly cries. Hope this helps.
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 22:41
This isnt my thing, poor little mite being pestered to dress up and be decorated!!!!
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 22:40
My DD went to vision Express at Dubai Mall and got new lenses within the hour.
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 22:03
On the radio today they have reduced the gold circle tickets to 550 I think, so obviously not sold out. 500 Dhs plus 5 drinks :) Hi Chocs, how does one get hold of them? TIA Virgin store me thinks.
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 21:54
On the radio today they have reduced the gold circle tickets to 550 I think, so obviously not sold out.
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 17:44
Im no expert but DD mentioned the lions were acting mental, pacing up and down, there was no water in the enclosure either. So very sad. Did I read a while ago they have cut the food allowance to the animals as they havent enough money. So the poor creatures are going hungry aswell.
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 17:30
Havent been to Dubai Zoo but DD has, she was appaulled. I wonder If there are any worldwide charities that would help and assist it getting the animals better treatment.
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 10:40
The average size in the UK are size 16's. So I wouldnt agree that most women are thin.
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 10:25
We have used them afew times, always had a decent driver. Does this mean I have to delete their number in my phone??? what a shame who will drive us home now????
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 10:20
I would check the drivers license, not everyone can drive large vehicles on a standard license, Hatta Fort Hotel hire their camper out and it comes with driver, mind you not sure where the driver would sleep at night!!!!!! i didnt read it that she was meaning the uae, just using a uae driving licence. Here's me assuming again!!!!! lol
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 10:15
I would check the drivers license, not everyone can drive large vehicles on a standard license, Hatta Fort Hotel hire their camper out and it comes with driver, mind you not sure where the driver would sleep at night!!!!!!
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Latest post on 05 April 2011 - 10:06
My DD has been here over a year and met only one friend, and with working and not really going out much it can be difficult to meet new people. May I suggest you try and look on FB and search for ladies meet ups in Dubai, there are a few groups out there.
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 17:34
I always want to believe when we learn to drive to stick to the rules taught us. Far to many accidents due to seeing cars reversing down roads, LL make note to self, drive properly with due care and attention for yourself and others. Do forget Dubai is such a dangerous place for driving, you risked your own safety and that of others.
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 17:25
DH was driving to AD yesterday morning, it was foggy and cars where flying past him without a care in the world. These accidents will allows happen as there are to many macho people behind the wheel. No sense at all.
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Latest post on 02 April 2011 - 13:02
Far too many people want pets for the wrong reason. The cost alone to have a cat here is expensive. My one one cat has costed me 1000dhs in vet bills last month, and with a further 600 next week for teeth cleaning. The OP needs to consider all this before taking on any cute kitten.
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 13:05
I would class pushing and shoving people out the way would be classed as rude regardless where I lived.
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 12:46
Shameless to the couple and sad that you have been done over. I would never leave any money without taking my goods. Why didnt you take the table with you when you paid them.
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Latest post on 01 April 2011 - 12:38
I have found some people can be quite rude. We are not all the same. Some may think they are better than others. But we all know they arent!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 23:41
Deff Elaine Quinn, lovely lady too.
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 23:38
Cant help with what hospital, but congratulations. I bumped into a lady the other day with triplets, awwww so cute.
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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 23:31
BBQ at a friends villa this Friday, she said everyone is welcome, lol. Its gonna be another great day/night. lol
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 23:56
Ive heard that the palms we have here are brought in specially to withstand temps over 50C. Maybe not so easy to get your hands on.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 23:52
6 months in and the sickness stopped. It was such a long hard slog for me. I remember like it was yesterday. Not everyone is the same thou.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 23:21
The amount of people I know that have losted jobs and want to work!!!!!!!!!!!! sack them all and replace with new staff that want to keep a roof over their heads.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 18:50
I havent been to Cyprus for over 11 years, but at the time I thought the beaches were lovely. Plenty of sight seeing to be had to. I stayed in protaras, Ayia Napa wasnt to far away, a bit to busy for my liking thou.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 18:14
Have you checked to see If he is dancing on the ceiling.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 18:12
So glad I dont fly with them, shame that alot of people already booked will have some misery ahead.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 01:59
salsb - We're moving to Dubai to get away from the kids, they're staying behind in UK - all grown up now, or so they would have me believe.:\: My 2 are all grown up and dont I know, its brilliant. Love it.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 01:39
My goodness salsB you are still up - I think I know what you are saying about driving - I will not have the option and will have to force myself to think positive and possibly not be an ambler on the roads but a bit more assertive. That is another reason for me to find schools first and then housing at a manageable distance from the school - although I guess I could also consider school transport if I feel it is safe and affordable. Oh decisions decisions decisions! Hope you get some sleep soon, please don't tell me you have to be up at some very early hour:) Yes cant beleive im up so late!!!!!!!!! lol, no I dont work, havent got time, haha
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 01:25
Rubberduck, If you have children at school I think you will have no choice but to drive. I dont drive here, never entered my head, do miss it thou.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 00:29
Tania, Have no advise as my LO's are all grown up, just wanted to say hope both the girls are doing ok. xx
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 00:27
Can you make a chicken wire frame???? that will stop the cheeky Bug****.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 00:26
There are ways and means to meet other expats, dont worry im sure you will.
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 00:23
I know they are charging 135 per cat ( male I think ) abit more expensive for females. Maybe ask FF or other charities, they may help???