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Latest post on 01 July 2015 - 14:05
Hi, Does anyone know where I can purchases boxes for moving at a reasonable price? Thanks, HB Ikea
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Latest post on 01 July 2015 - 11:42
We've just got UK TV and cancelled our OSN subscription. It's fantastic and we have Wimbledon on all day. Highly rate it! I have the Iplayer and it works perfectly through there too :-)
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Latest post on 01 July 2015 - 11:41
My drive to work is a little quieter but there seems to be more crazies on the road Are the new cameras on SZR? ( silver ones) the tailgating cameras as I have seen a few people recently getting flashed I feel more people will leave after Ramadan
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Latest post on 01 July 2015 - 11:33
If it is the same procedure as Coolsculpt then you are going to need a lot more than two treatments It works better for people who don't have a large amount of fat to lose. The more fat, the more treatments you need I watched a program in the UK where a woman had it over the space of three months, there was a slight difference but her tummy certainly wasn't flat. Expect to experience some discomfort and bruising. The patient was expected to try and lose some weight go to the gym before she had the treatments as it works better on people with less fat. They also advised patients not to go back to unhealthy eating as the fat will return
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Latest post on 30 June 2015 - 20:02
Sarah Lou I was! I don't think she'd brought her stress into work - her stress was work related. She said she needed a holiday blah, blah, stress, hours...not something to discuss with your clients or take out on them. So far I've heard nothing back from the salon. Will send another asking them to at least confirm receipt. We all get stressed but don't rant to customers etc about it. She needs to be careful as many salons rely on word of mouth here and I certainly wouldn't go to her or recommend anyone else too
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Latest post on 30 June 2015 - 18:34
I'd be raging. She shouldn't bring her stresses into work and take them out on you. The Manager of owner should send you a grovelling apology and give you a freebie.
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Latest post on 30 June 2015 - 18:27
DR Allen Rezai at Elite in Dubai Healthcare City Wonderful surgeon and a nice chap Used to use Dr Khan but he got a bit pricey Had a full head done in May cost 1800
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Latest post on 30 June 2015 - 15:09
There was a report on Dubai Eye this morning disputing this I didn't catch it all as was parking however you may find it on their FB page
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Latest post on 30 June 2015 - 15:06
Hi Ladies, Forgive the fact that I am probably the last person to get on the freight forwarding bandwagon. I have been trying to sign up to shop and ship for quite literally days. Website keeps crashing so I don't know if my payment has been processed etc etc. No support from customer service thus far. Question is: should I take this as a sign and steer clear? Do people have any alternative suggestions. Borderlinx? MyUS? UShopWeShip? I would love to hear your recommendations and why you go for one over another. TIA I have used it twice today with no issues. I have been having problems with several websites at work and apparently DU is experiencing problems with their servers. I use SnS because they have been faultless delivering my parcels from the UK. No damages and I can track them Their delivery charges may be more than the others ( I haven't priced them) however as the UK sales are on in Oasis and DP I am saving a fortune than if I bought them in Dubai so I am happy Have you tried going through Google Chrome?
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Latest post on 30 June 2015 - 13:18
Hello, Wondering whether anyone has any experience with Dermalogica and Thalgo facial. The offer on Groupon seems very tempting: -http://www.groupon.ae/deals/dealbank_en_ae/the-stylists-salon-3/41848158 - 99 dhs for Dermalogica Facial -http://www.groupon.ae/deals/dealbank_en_ae/beauty-secret-ladies-salon-spa/50432386 - 89 dhs for Thalgo Facial. If anyone has any experience with any of the salon above, I would really appreciate if you can share. For reference, I am in my early 20s and looking for my first proper facial. Thanks. Cant help with those salons but use Dermalogica products and go to Essa at JLT No only salon has come close to how good they are for facials
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Latest post on 30 June 2015 - 13:16
http://churchill-gulf.com/ I saw the water at the end and it was disgusting. I am very clean but obviously don't deep clean enough :-)
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Latest post on 29 June 2015 - 11:57
I don't think LC was being rude, however the written word as opposed to spoken can sound rude depending on which context it is taken in . I don't think there was anything wrong with LC suggesting to the OP that she should brush up on the rules of the UAE. If OP did know them then perhaps she would know you cannot sponsor someone who you aren't married too as cohabiting although done is illegal here :biggrin:
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Latest post on 29 June 2015 - 11:35
There's a sequel coming!! Beyond exciting!!!!!!!!! http://gulfnews.com/leisure/movies/news/top-gun-2-to-feature-maverick-drone-warfare-1.1541812 [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58QOBqAWNzE'>link[/url'> Val Kilmer looks awful now!!! he was lovely in the first one. I wonder if he will be in the sequel
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Latest post on 29 June 2015 - 11:33
10am till 1pm then 4pm to late Some shops remain open all day and don't close
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Latest post on 28 June 2015 - 14:33
Can you Shop and ship toiletries Sarahlou? I thought I'd read it could be a problem.. I have shipped stuffed from Boots and MAC ( Liquids) and they got here Perhaps I was lucky :-)
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Latest post on 28 June 2015 - 13:11
There have been several threads on Liz Earle products and all posters advised that they couldn't buy it here They either stocked up when they travelled home or bought direct from the website and used Aramex Shop and Ship to ship it here
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Latest post on 28 June 2015 - 13:03
Driving in to work this morning took about 20 mins. Even the wagons etc had disappeared :biggrin: SZR was just as busy as it was last week :-( and more crazies today
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Latest post on 28 June 2015 - 13:00
KLM usually around AED2700-3000 night flight, one stop over in Amsterdam Royal Brunei ( My colleague is flying with them mid July) AED3000 they fly to Heathrow
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Latest post on 25 June 2015 - 14:57
It's not so much the cars, it's all the huge wagons and cement mixers that I'm fed up with and I don't think they'll be leaving this weekend :( Is that on Al Khail? That road scares me to death
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Latest post on 25 June 2015 - 13:12
No ramadan hours but the EOSB is much better than non freezones! Most companies including my own are working Ramadan hours. You are correct about the EOSB though :-)
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Latest post on 25 June 2015 - 13:10
Cowboy, how do I know if it's locked with Du? And if it is, then presumably I won't be able to use any Uk SIM card in it... I have a DU contract phone and can put a UK sim in. It isn't locked and neither was my Etisilat one
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Latest post on 25 June 2015 - 13:08
It happened to me once at Dubai Mall, its strange somehow the degree of emotion this simple mistake produces, quite out of relation to the actual situation. From total panic to overwhelming joy. But it seems to be the typical response in many of us. I wonder why! [url=http://www.msn.com/en-gb/video/viral/how-it-feels-when-you-lose-your-car-in-a-parking-lot/vi-AAbYtil?ocid=mailsignoutmd'>link[/url'> I take a photo of the numbers for the space now I remember several years ago losing my car in MOE and getting quite frantic until I realized I was on the wrong level :cry:
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Latest post on 23 June 2015 - 14:57
Am I the only one feeling overwhelmed by the thought of a nomadic summer spent living out of a suitcase travelling around the UK (or whatever your home country is)? All booked but don't want to go, at all. Totally stressed thinking about it all. We've done it before, that's how I know what it's like! I have to travel to family for various reasons (health/age) so have to do the obligatory tour. Hard isn't it, especially when we have to do this on our own, leaving husbands behind. Anyone else feel the same way? I have just recently come back from the UK and although I hate living out of a suitcase I was blubbering the day I flew back The weather was on the turn for the better and the thought of returning to the heat here turned me into a crying mess Fast forward 3 days and my own bed and I am slightly happier at being back. I don't know what it must be like for people who leave their Husbands here and travel home for the entire school holidays. 10 days wasn't long enough for me as I usually head back in August not June
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Latest post on 23 June 2015 - 13:27
I am really surprised at this, I'm wondering if it was in a more conservative area. Never once happened to me, I see babies and toddlers eating all the time and mine do as well. Dubai Mall is really nice this year in my opinion, it's confined to the food court. I saw a few ladies feeding in MOE last Friday. I didn't see security berating them though.
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Latest post on 23 June 2015 - 13:26
Hi Ladies, I generally have good skin and only apply a tinted moisturiser from MAC on an evening out and it gives me a good coverage although its not as long lasting due to it being a moisturising one. I am 40 years old but been told I dont look my age - touch wood. A few of my friends are getting married and I will be attending numerous events. I went for a makeover at MAC - My friend looked gorgeous after the trial - I looked like a cake; Dont get me wrong - the foundation applied gave me a natural look -it called studio fix. but, after a few hours, my facial lines started showing through and i started feeling like my makeup was cracking. It was applied very lighly. I have combination dry/dehydrated skin. Drink lots of water, put enough moisturiser and the right moisturiser and also exfoliate regularly. My skin was also prepped properly before applying it on. So what went wrong. I have been told that MAC is generally quite heavy and there are other makeup brands that are better. I am a fair asian (paksitani/indian) with yellow tones in my skin so Mac range fits my skin tone but it seems like it does not match texture wise - dont want to look matt/dry. Can anyone please advise? I dont need advise on skin care please as I already use products that work well on me. Its a foundation that I am looking for with light coverage, long lasting and should not give me a matt/cakey look. Really would appreciate your help please.[b'>[/b'> I use Mac Matchmaster SPF15 as also found the studio fix too thick for my skin I also had my makeup done by Illamasque in the UK and she used two different colours and the result was amazing. My 43 year old skin which isn't lined looked dewy and flawless !!! I do find the makeup ladies here are not the best and don't really know what is right for your skin. I had MAC ( Dubai) do my makeup once and I looked like Beetlejuice when she had finished The Makeup forever staff in Dubai mall and Bobby Brown in MOE are very good and I personally feel are better trained I would shop around as everyone is different and whilst one might suit another person it may not suit you. I had to visit so many different makeup counters before I found the right one for me. I have also started using a Primer under my makeup and applying foundation with a beauty blender not a brush or my fingers ( better result) and have been dabbling in the contouring side :-) Shop around and see which is best for you. I find some of the designers ones are far too heavy and perfumed which causes a breakout for me
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Latest post on 23 June 2015 - 12:29
Rhinoplasty - I should have said above. :) I cannot help there sorry. If you input "Rhinoplasty" into the search post box above there are many threads to read through
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Latest post on 23 June 2015 - 12:22
Hi All, I have an appointment booked with Tim Neavin at the American British Surgical & Medical Centre Dubai and I was wondering if anyone has ever had an appointment with this clinic before? I had a consultation with the Dubai Cosmetic Surgery Clinic and wasn't particularly impressed so I found this new clinic. Has anyone ever had an appointment with them before? Thanks S Sorry haven't used either I have only used Dr Jaffar Khan and Dr Allen Rezai both come highly recommended May I ask ( if you wish to disclose this) what procedure you are looking at
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Latest post on 23 June 2015 - 12:04
I havent lived in Business Bay so cannot comment, but The Greens is great. Emaar do look after the properties and the communal areas are normally well kept. I think The Greens has just been voted one of the best places to live in Dubai, it has easy access and everything you need on your doorstep. It was voted the best place to live. I have lived there for 4 years and wouldn't live anywhere else All the Ramadan decorations are lit up at night. It looks lovely
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Latest post on 23 June 2015 - 12:02
Does anyone know whether this is permanent. I live in the Marina near the mosque and what used to take me around 30 secs in car to get to JBR; exiting from Zumurud Tower and u-turn and over across the bridge now takes around 10 mins if that. Having to go all the way to JLT, u-turn there and head to Marina... Absolutely ridiculous!! Has anyone got any more info about whether this turning will reopen? I did hear on the radio that they did it due to tram safety I imagine that as the tram is there for good it will not change
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Latest post on 22 June 2015 - 13:27
How does it compare to No Offence? I'm really enjoying that, but it'll be over soon so Black Work looks like it could be a good shout. If the first episode is anything to go by I would say it is better than No Offence. I am a huge fan of Sheridan Smith and like No Offence it has some fantastic actors in that you will recognize
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Latest post on 22 June 2015 - 13:20
Thank you Amc exactly the kind of information I'm looking for. We are staying for 2 weeks and have planned the Zoo, day and night. Universal Studios, Garden by the bay, China town, Little India, hiking in the nature reserves, Orchard road for shopping, Art and Science museum, toy museum and the Botanic Garden, does that sound like we cover the most interesting parts? The children are 10 and 11 so needs to be interesting for those ages. What is resort worlds? I thought that was a hotel resort. Sentosa is the resort We got the cable cars across for the day. Universal studios is also there I loved the zoo and the shopping was amazing but much more expensive than here :-( we stayed at Royal Plaza on Scotts Longs Bar in Raffles was great with all the peanut shells on the floor Thanks Sarah, everyone keeps telling me how expensive Singapore is, so branded or designer products are even more than Dubai? We went to KL first ( shopped there cheaper than Dubai ) then on to Singapore and yes it was much more expensive than Dubai to shop
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Latest post on 22 June 2015 - 13:13
Thank you Amc exactly the kind of information I'm looking for. We are staying for 2 weeks and have planned the Zoo, day and night. Universal Studios, Garden by the bay, China town, Little India, hiking in the nature reserves, Orchard road for shopping, Art and Science museum, toy museum and the Botanic Garden, does that sound like we cover the most interesting parts? The children are 10 and 11 so needs to be interesting for those ages. What is resort worlds? I thought that was a hotel resort. Sentosa is the resort We got the cable cars across for the day. Universal studios is also there I loved the zoo and the shopping was amazing but much more expensive than here :-( we stayed at Royal Plaza on Scotts Longs Bar in Raffles was great with all the peanut shells on the floor
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Latest post on 22 June 2015 - 11:20
Daiso 6 in a pack for around AED6
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Latest post on 22 June 2015 - 11:19
I have read good reviews for dr lilliana skorski ( healthy bay) and have seen her for non-pregnancy matters but does she favour natural way of birth when it comes to pregnancy? Wasn't able to find any review for that, only about c sections done by her. Any feedback/experience would be great? Thanks An ex colleague used her and she had a natural birth. None of my friends who have given birth here have been pushed towards a C-section infact most if not all of their DR's wanted them to have a natural birth ( They all delivered at Al Zahra or City)
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Latest post on 22 June 2015 - 11:15
hi A friend's kids are coming to visit Dubai in July. His looking for a nanny/ au pair who is trustworthy and reliable to help with kids for a few days 6th -16th July. Can anyone recommend anything or anyone? TIA Agency is the only legal route. If you put maid agency in the search posts it will throw up some posts Au Pairs and qualified nannies are a rarity here and most families use maids
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Latest post on 21 June 2015 - 14:55
Living in Dubai is what you make of it. There are many comments here about not being able to save money any more as Dubai is expensive. Not everyone comes here to make money, some people relocate to experience different things and enjoy a different lifestyle. I'm not saving money but I didn't save money in my own country either so I'm happy to enjoy the sunshine while I can and do a job that I enjoy. Its not all about how much money you have in the bank, life is too short so I intend to enjoy it. I have just found out that 2 of my friends who left 18 months ago are heading back to Dubai They didn't settle in the UK and realize that her is much better for them :-)
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Latest post on 21 June 2015 - 13:42
Hi Ladies. Just wondering if any of you know how long it would take to get to Mirdif at peak traffic time, around 6pm? Heading to Uptown Mirdif from Business Bay/Downtown area. Thanks in advance! (Not during Ramadan, just normal time) During Ramadan the roads aren't too bad at 6pm Most people are finishing work between 2pm-3.30pm They tend to get busy as people head out for Iftar ( Around 6.30pm) During non Ramadan timings they flow pretty quickly. I have 2 colleagues who live in Mirdif and it takes them 20 mins from DIFC using Al Khail Road
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Latest post on 21 June 2015 - 12:10
Ramadan in 2014 was for 29 days Probably Fri/Sat for us which means no time off :-(
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Latest post on 18 June 2015 - 14:48
Hi, Ramadan Kareem I have a friend visiting around the 18th July and she would like to see the Grand Mosque, I was just wondering will it be open to the public during Eid? I can see it will not be open for visits on Fridays during Ramadan. TIA 9am-12pm
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Latest post on 18 June 2015 - 14:47
I spoke with friends at home and asked what their rent/bills ( before petrol, food, clothes, necessities etc were) They pay GBP1400 pounds a month which covers rent, gas, water, electric, council tax, sky, internet, phone line and mobile phone That equates to AED7840 a month My out goings in Dubai are AED8149 with rent/bills ( I have a one bed they have a two small bed with garden) Bear in mind I have no children, don't pay tax and petrol is cheap. I would be paying 40% tax in the UK based on my salary here therefore I am a lot better off here than in the UK I suppose if there are two of you working, or if you have children and schooling is paid for then you are laughing however my standard of living at home would be considerably less than it is here. I do agree that is has gone very expensive here however when last home I found it to be very expensive eating and drinking out. A glass of wine in my hometown is the same price as Dubai
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Latest post on 18 June 2015 - 12:35
The Starbucks across the street from us is takeaway only so I assume it is the same for all branches
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Latest post on 18 June 2015 - 12:07
I am sorry, but heard pregnant ladies getting in to trouble for eating and drinking in public, although they shouldn't. At 5 month, people might think she just is a bit fat. How can they get into trouble if they are pregnant? Who told them off? I saw many pregnant ladies eating and drinking in the malls last year and no-one batted an eyelid. I would like to think most people can tell the difference between being on the large side or pregnant :biggrin:
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Latest post on 18 June 2015 - 12:05
I would be more inclined to go for Australia, personal choice, if they were [u'>my[/u'> only 3 options, I have friends who have gone to all 3 locations you mentioned, some to open business, others for retirement etc and those who have gone to Oz seem the happiest and seem to be doing ok with their options, US ones are looking to go somewhere else and French said its difficult if you do not speak the language etc. Australia is mega expensive though and the tax is sky high! To be fair it could maybe work as an advantage having your own business, as eating out and cafés are more expensive than the US and France. My colleague is from Melbourne and cannot afford to move back there as she says the tax and day to day living expenses are far too high for them to have any decent home life
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Latest post on 17 June 2015 - 15:45
Thanks a lot, so which one should I go for Lakeland or Kenwood or are both equally good? The price isn't much of a difference it seems like. I am hoping this will reduce my time spent in the kitchen :) My Kenwood is great. As the OP said I cook a large batch and freeze Cant comment on Lakeland though. Most of my friends have the kenwood one upon recommendation from each other
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Latest post on 17 June 2015 - 14:21
I assume you are married? if so will you Husband have a job to come too or will he have to look for one? How much is the education allowance I would say a minimum of AED30,000 if it is just you working at present and slightly less if Husband is Accomodation for a 3 bed in Abu Dhabi ranges from AED170000 to AED350000 per year and bear in mind we pay in cheques of 1 or 2 a year ( four if you are lucky) plus a deposit of % and a finders fee if an agent assists you. Then you have internet and TV which costs around 400-500 per month, air con water and electricity which averages 500-1500 a month Taxis are cheap here compared to Europe however most will hire or buy a car
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Latest post on 17 June 2015 - 08:43
My sister-in-law had my nephew there, and she was really well looked after through the whole experience. And my good friend is set to give birth there this week and is happy with everything so far :) My friend had a British midwife on hand to help during and after the birth too
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Latest post on 17 June 2015 - 08:42
Just to keep you all updated. The notice served to me was short of 365 days, hence the '12 months notice' which was served to me is actually deemed invalid. I have now left the rental cheque with the Rental Dispute Centre, assuming auto-renewal ......Let's watch this space. I will keep you posted on the outcome, but so far its looking good on my side. Why would it be invalid? Did they give you the reason at the rent committee? It seems that they didn't give the OP the required 12 month notice and gave it outside that time frame rendering it invalid When I went to the RC last month I was advised that a registered email/letter wasn't valid It had to be given by the land department and stamped with the reason on. Correct. The notice was a week late and funnily enough even though every article under the sun says notice should be served via notary public OR registered mail. The legal counsel looked at the letter (which was sent via registered mail only; no notary stamp) and smirked and just dismissed it :) They told me it had to be done by notary public incase of dispute as the legal notice is written on said paper They advised that if you were taking your LL to rent court then you had to have this notarised paper as proof and no cases would be opened without it as this is your proof of eviction
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Latest post on 17 June 2015 - 08:38
Donna at Roots Ali at Slam
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Latest post on 17 June 2015 - 08:36
Hi Ladies, Have anyone heard anything about a new nursery opening soon in The Greens (Panorama building)? Its still under construction but there is a contact phone number on the advertisement panel. I couldn't figure out where the outdoor playing area is going to be... Thank you! I live in the building opposite but haven't seen anything I will keep you posted if I see anything
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Latest post on 17 June 2015 - 08:32
I have the kenwood one from Spinneys It is huge and will easily cook for 6 people It cost 200