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Latest post on 02 March 2012 - 14:39
Does anyone know if it's possible and if so, how? Also, can it be forwarded to a Du mobile? TIA.
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 20:54
You really do need to lay down the law though. If you don't want her interfering with your life you MUST tell her. If you don't, it will fester and become a huge problem. If she changes your children's clothes tell her you were happy with what they were wearing and she is not to change them without talking to you first. Tell her not to plant new plants. Next time she comments on your clothes tell her you are happy with your choice and don't need other's opinions. don't let her overstep the mark.
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 20:01
Completely normal. A maid is there to make your life easier, not take over completely. My last maid was with us for over 4 years and she never once cooked a meal for me. She cooked for DH while I was away but never for me - that wasn't what I wanted her for. She'd get the kids ready for bed and put them to bed on the odd occasion we went out but never as part of her routine. She is your employee, she is there to do what you want her to do. If there are things you would rather do yourself then do them, it's your decision, although I would say never give up the chance to have someone clean your floors and do your ironing ;) Sounds like you may have found yourself a good maid though...
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 23:46
Is this pre-paid? DD has BB Social on pre-paid which was due for renewal a few days ago. I transferred AED 50 to her account online and the transaction shows however she's had no notification that the credit was received or her subscription renewed. when I called Etisalat they could only confirm that I'd transferred the credit to her account.
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 15:38
It's a food. They wouldn't sell it if it was likely to do harm :) I always swallow my gum.
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 15:04
It can drive you to tears. I had a problem with my fridge leaking water inside. Apart from this it was in perfect condition. I got a call from Better Life one Friday afternoon saying their 'technicians' were on their way. I was out so didn't have time to empty my fridge so they did it - by lifting the shelves out still fully laden. Of course, one of them drops a jar and dents the floor of my fridge. I wasn't even surprised :(
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 15:01
[i'>"Hubby has two teenagers and they are awful. I am just grateful that they live with their mother and hubby has no custody rights. Phew."[/i'> [i'>"Hubby goes home for vacation time with his kids on his own now coz I can't stand being around them."[/i'> Maybe his side of the family senses you don't like them?
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 06:43
I really don't think NiP meant any offence to anyone and to be honest, if I was trying to employ someone to lug a vacuum up and down my stairs I'd be on the lookout for some able-bodied too. I would imagine Civil Defence would have the same criteria for their firemen as would most construction companies hiring labourers. I think you're reading too much into it, OP.
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 06:39
Waiting to catch the "big one"?
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 15:59
Although I loved both the book and the film, I thought A Thousand Splendid Suns was even better. I can't wait for the movie adaptation of that book to come out.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 15:55
Depends on the situation. Lying to my boss's wife about his whereabouts when he's showing his secretary his 'toys' is wrong to me but I wouldn't risk my job over it. On the other hand I wouldn't keep quiet if I knew my company's actions were dangerous or likely to ruin the lives of people.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 15:52
you need to be careful taking Marina type furniture overseas, especially if you're moving to a very dry climate. People have found that their wooden furniture has plit and cracked in the drier airs. I think there were some threads on here in the past about it.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 14:40
Ok, but not as good as I hoped. It's not from the website basil mentioned, I might give that one a go.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 14:40
Ok, but not as good as I hoped. It's not from the website basil mentioned, I might give that one a go.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 14:23
*titter*
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 13:26
Which article?
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 13:22
I'm eating homemade red velvet cake as I'm typing this :)
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 13:21
As far as I'm aware the "housing fee" can't be backdated so personally I would wait for them to tell me to pay.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 07:21
They could be right. There is a lot of information on the side wall of a tyre, and some of that gives the date of manufacture of the tyre. This is checked during the registration process and your car will fail if your tyres are over 4 (4?) years old.
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 19:47
Have you checked to see how much credit she has on her phone? That way you can instantly tell if it's been deducted. Dial *121# then press send. Sometimes the subscriptions take a couple of days to deduct, I've had this in the past and no notification. If it's all still working, assume it's all ok. She has AED 1.95 credit, which she says was what she had before I transferred any money. Her friends have said she's now in a 15 day grace period so I'm not sure if her account is still going as normal or she's on 'borrowed time'. Do you happen to know if there is a grace period with pre-paid?
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 19:35
Still trying to psyche myself up...
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 15:15
It makes me so cross. If someone can't figure out the bl00dy BCC function they shouldn't be allowed to email!
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 15:01
Our school does that :(
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 15:01
Not me. :D
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 15:00
Guess I need to call them again. When I tried to find that out this morning I got bounced back and forth between monile services and BB services until I got lost in the ether *sigh* :)
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 13:57
It just shows when the Wasel part is due for renewal, nothing about BB. Can you register for Pre-paid Social?
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 13:10
Not calmed down much in RAK although it's a bit brighter out there than it was earlier.
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 11:32
Me too Anouja, so I've decided to cut out the middle man and just leave the place dirty.
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 10:57
Have you checked the Maids forum? I'm thought there are agencies who provide live-in, although I'm not sure about just for one month.
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 10:55
Good for you for taking the lead. I hope you're doing ok and the right one is just around the corner ;)
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 10:49
Using a maid sponsored by another individual is illegal. Look in the MAIDS form, there's plenty of info there regarding agencies you could use.
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 06:46
Hi SD, I have a never used anti-bark collar somewhere in my tip of a store cupboard - let me know if you want it (I'm in Dubai though) Thanks, but I got hold of one in Pet Land a few weeks ago. Considering how expensive the spray collars are, you may be able to sell it on dubizzle etc.
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 20:01
If you're saying you want to use a maid sponsored by somebody else or on her "own visa" then that's illegal. Or by "office" do you mean agency (as in maid agency?) <em>edited by Sanddy_Dogg on 25/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 16:46
excuse me what happen to Zara/Alison ? http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=173442
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 12:53
Right who sent their DH to C4 this morning? 50ish year old Western Man yelling at staff, telling them if they are going to change the shop round they should really print a MAP! Ok I know it's annoying, but a map??? lol. LOL! Just got back from C4 (MOE) but didn't see him. Kids happy with their toys. Cooking is next He's got a point..... :)
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 11:04
Just back from rowing *hurts* good for you Sandy! It hurts me just watching rowing! It actually motivated me on the treadmill today when I saw some rowers go by...I had my best run ever for distance and time. :) pretty proud It was our first training session of the season, been out of the boat for 2.5 months. It reminded I need to start exercising again. I'm not looking forward to tomorrow, I'm gonna be SORE!
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 10:07
Just back from rowing *hurts*
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 06:58
Sorry Ange74, didn't see your post. I did go to the shop in al Quoz (Pet Land?). For anyone else's info they have quite a few different types of collar in stock. They are cheaper overseas but one would have to rely on regular mail I think (not sure I'd want to with the costs of them) as Shop & Ship won't carry them sue to the liquid in the spray. Thanks for the info. I will look into a more permanent method such as training :)
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Latest post on 24 February 2012 - 08:39
I always check my prescription first. If there's anything on there that I already have at home then I tell the pharmacist not to give me those items. They're fine with that.
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 12:04
While you're sure this lady has your toys you can't prove it so if you take them from her and you're wrong then you're the thief with a capital T. Not worth the risk. Also, I doubt you can get her banned on suspicion of theft. It's a lousy thing to have happened and I can't imagine why sand toys are important to steal. I think you can only follow your own advice; buy some new ones and mark them with indelible ink.
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 06:18
Ah, bless him. RIP Frank.
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 20:18
Mandy does mine and has done since we moved here in 2008 - am always really happy with the colour and cut. Wonder if any of us have sat next to each other there! Nope, never heard her refer to a Miss October :D
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 19:41
Mandy was doing my hair back in 2007. She was darned good way back then too :)
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 16:43
I've never had a problem taking my kids in, maybe he was having a bad day (or his own kids had kept him up in the night).
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 13:40
Hi, Yes I can put it on. Is there any additional info you would like to go on too? Is there a contact number/email address for anyone wanting more info? You can email me on lazylakite @ yahoo . co . uk if you like. No, I won't be able to join you as I'm already committed to something that evening. I hope it goes well though.
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 07:07
Can you ut it on here? http://groups.google.com/group/rak-expats/topics
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 19:34
I read that as a large dog BREED in really good condition. I was wondering why you were so blase about giving it away :D Maybe email them too and they may get someone to collect from you.
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 19:32
yes he can come out again after checking in although your DH has to wait for him outside (can't come inside the check in area). That's what we're after - thanks for that.
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 18:16
Or should I say Eek instead of lol?
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 18:15
Not an online check-inable airline LOL!
 
 
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