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Latest post on 26 January 2015 - 09:17
I've had a bunion on my right foot since I was a teenager, but only recently has it become very big and extreamely painful! Has anyone experienced surgery to remove it here in Abu Dhabi? If so, can you suggest a good clinic to get it done at?
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 10:50
I didn't see the program your referring to, but people should know if they are eating halal/kosher meat. Here I know its all Halal, at home I expect it to be labelled if its Halal/Kosher as opposed to the other way around, People have a right to know and make an informed decision. Not everyone that doesn't want to eat Halal meat is an uneducated nitwit that thinks their meat has been spiked! [b'>I would prefer not to eat Halal meat but I have no choice here and I fully accept that[/b'>. At home I have a right not to. [b'>Thankfully back home I've seen my dinner raised from the field all the way to the fork[/b'>. edited by mannikat on 19/01/2015 I honestly don't see what the big deal is between the 2 for non-muslims. The animals are raised the same... just slaughterd differently.
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 10:19
We've got a number of interns with us right now. We always get the requests for interns to join us from HR, so I'm guessing they're the best people to contact.
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 10:10
[b'>MUSLIM[/b'>[/i'> MEAT , and the public outcry that halal meat should be marked as halal so people have the right NOT to pick up MUSLIM meat as that is their choice, this seems far less of a Dubai thing than people want to think. No waaay, did they really do that??? WOW! That's taking it to a whole nother level...
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 09:45
Bird is right... if you're talking about Thai food, EVERYTHING contains fish sauce, oyster sauce or both.. even their eggs! If they make it without (or omit it when asked), then it's not a real Thai restaurant or real Thai food. Sorry, I'm a Thai food fanatic/purist and don't like mixing or mellowing the cusine.
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 09:41
Are they planning on targeting pork eating persons now? Will they start bagging pork items in black bags like they do alcohol:lol:;)
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 09:35
This mornings rain storm was fabulous. I desperately wanted to go home, but for some reason my boss didn't agree...:cry:
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 09:16
Agree with Suzy. Use Gulf Talent!! Get your CV up and start applying for jobs that suit your DH... even ones that are above or below what he is expecting. This will help get his CV to the recruitment agencies who will then keep it on file once they get the information and what type of job, pay, benifits etc... he is in search of. I did it at one point to see what my title was really worth in this country and the calls just don't stop... almost to the point of being annoying.
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 09:05
Got my items finally. Seems as if they were experiencing technical difficulties and temporarily shut down their site. Haven't ordered anything from them since as it was too much of a hassle getting my first items. Hope others have had better luck than me.
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 09:03
1. You as new converted Muslim need to have original certificate from Dubai courts about embracing Islam and then subsequent certificate from any registered Islamic centers about completing a course. [b'>You are not allowed to get married within 2 weeks from the date of issue of the embracing Islam certificate. [/b'>I assume your father is not a Muslim, therefore the certificate in point 2. would be just enough. 2. Then you need your singleness certificate issued in your country and fully attested, legally translated into Arabic by translators certified by Ministry of Justice (MOJ). 1. Not sure where you recieved your information, but I took the shahada the same day (and recieved the the islam booklet [they don't issue certificates'> about an hour before heading to the marriage side of the court) I got married and recieve my marriage booklet. 2. I only had to write a paper for my Embassy here to attest stating that I haven't been married before.
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Latest post on 15 January 2015 - 10:32
What was the going rate for filing if the tax report is very straight forward with no investments/mortages etc?
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Latest post on 15 January 2015 - 10:07
I'm in the same boat as Max&Me. Never filed my own taxes, don't like doing them and would prefer to pay someone to do it for me. Have tried using TurboTax but for a first timer who has no experience doing their own taxes it's confusing and somewhat daunting to me. Still in search for some help as now FATCA has come to us in full force.
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Latest post on 15 January 2015 - 10:04
What press ? The economic situation is dire, confidence in the government is sinking like a stone, [b'>the only people getting pay rises are MP's, benefits are being slashed[/b'>, over a million people a year rely on food banks and 10 million people are on the breadline... Lol, that sounds like the Bank I work at in the UAE :P
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Latest post on 23 December 2014 - 13:06
It's a bit strange to me that the doctor is the one who asked. Has she done any check up's at a different hospital prior to this? When I was preggers and started my check up's at the Corniche hospital, they didn't even let me see the doctor until they had my ID, insurance card, marriage certificate and so on. Then they proceeded to extract copulent amounts of blood to do all the preliminary tests. This was just a standard routine process for new patients.
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Latest post on 23 December 2014 - 12:36
I'm not sure how the Dubai courts are as my marriage was in the Abu Dhabi courts, but they were very clear about getting the attestation from my embassy that I was a "virgin".. hahaha.. I mean, never married before. As an American who married an Emirati I took the shahada in court (the same day) we got officially married and that made things very easy (it was either that or get a signed document from my dad saying that he agrees to let me marry DH...). <em>edited by sharoniouz on 23/12/2014</em>
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Latest post on 22 December 2014 - 15:42
You may want to check with your embassy on this one. When I got married (in Abu Dhabi) I ran into the same issue. I had to go to my embassy (US) here with a paper stating that I have never been married before, sign it in front of them and have them attest it.
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Latest post on 11 November 2014 - 11:05
If you have not received your item and it is passed the max delivery time, I think you should contact consumer rights and file a complaint. I contacted their customer service e-mail and haven't recieved anything back. I'm feeling blonde here but what is 'consumer rights'? Can I call them or e-mail them? How do I contact?
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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 12:58
Does anyone have a contact number for Desertcart? I've placed quite a large order last month - the full amount of which was deducted from my bank account. Unfortunately I have only recieved a few items even though it is now 2 weeks past the maximum delivery date. I've sent 3 follow-up e-mail with no response. Does anyone else use this site and would you have a number I can contact urgently?
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Latest post on 30 October 2014 - 15:51
Starving your body will not help at all. You need to eat 5 small meals a day and continue with cardio/weights at the gym. I put on around a stone in weight which I couldn't shift :-( I used the new Atkins as I do like meat and managed to shift a stone in 3 weeks. It is the new version not the old one. Foods rich in protein and low carbs will help but bear in mind the first few pounds are water only. If you want to track your calories Iphone has My fitness pal which is an excellent way to track your progress. Body for life is another good one to follow. Do not rely on starvation diets as they don't work at all. Good Luck Agreed! Don't skip your meals or starve yourself. What worked for me was shrinking the amounts I ate per meal, eating more often and doing 1/3 meat (I looooove meat) and 2/3 vegetables & fruit (just try not to eat too much fruit before sleeping as they contain high amounts of sugar). But you MUST exercise, even if it is going for a brisk walk every morning for an hour. Do your best not to wait until you're hungry as you will end up overeating. Try drinking warm grean tea with lemon (no sugar) after dinner/before you sleep and drink at least one glass of water when you wake up or about 30min before you eat anything. Those were some of the things that made the lb's drop for me and I hope they work for you too.
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Latest post on 30 October 2014 - 14:40
Unfortunately there psychos all around the world, it's not only maids- employers relationship. [b'>I was just reading a story about a girl who's beaten by her husband everyday [/b'>& the fact that they live in the middle of nowhere is not helping. Why [b'>do[/b'> husbands beat wives??.. I am living, broken proof that it happens here even if you live downtown and are from a "free country"! Thank God I have mustered up the strength to get away, but not all are lucky enough to do so. Because they are bullies and cowards and wouldn't attempt to hit a man. Sarahlou, I love you for saying that! :D
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Latest post on 30 October 2014 - 13:31
Unfortunately there psychos all around the world, it's not only maids- employers relationship. [b'>I was just reading a story about a girl who's beaten by her husband everyday [/b'>& the fact that they live in the middle of nowhere is not helping. Why [b'>do[/b'> husbands beat wives??.. I am living, broken proof that it happens here even if you live downtown and are from a "free country"! Thank God I have mustered up the strength to get away, but not all are lucky enough to do so.
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Latest post on 30 October 2014 - 13:16
I've noticed the same as well. Most of us Americans work all week long so we're unable to join the morning coffee gatherings :(
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Latest post on 30 October 2014 - 09:00
Claim to fame: 1: Was the translator for Angelina Jolie for 3 days during one of her many trips to Cambodia after her 'Tomb Raider' movie hit the box office as she was there looking to buy a villa. 2: Childhood friends with a member of the 'Glee' cast. Claim to shame: 1: Had a fling with Chris Jericho - aka: Christopher Kieth Irvine (WWE wrestler) 2: Dated the Cambodian Prime Minister's nephew. Wow, translating for none other than??? That would be surreal and LOL at Chris Jericho. I dated a wrestler, too. My nephews would jump all over him like he was a living action figure. He was a saint with them :) Really hard for people to separate them from their goofy "characters" I guess Jolie's team picked me as the translator being an Khmer speaking American over the actual Cambodians. Easier for cultural diferences I'm thinking? It's actually quite funny how wrestlers look so tough on screen but are really normal (and smaller?!) in real life ;) Jericho is a party animal with an increadibly good singing voice!
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Latest post on 23 October 2014 - 12:10
Claim to fame: 1: Was the translator for Angelina Jolie for 3 days during one of her many trips to Cambodia after her 'Tomb Raider' movie hit the box office as she was there looking to buy a villa. 2: Childhood friends with a member of the 'Glee' cast. Claim to shame: 1: Had a fling with Chris Jericho - aka: Christopher Kieth Irvine (WWE wrestler) 2: Dated the Cambodian Prime Minister's nephew.
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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 15:26
It's a statistic fact that 1 in every 4 women are a victim to domestic violence/abuse.
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Latest post on 21 October 2014 - 13:25
I am a firm believer in Argan oil. I get mine from Souq.com and use it for face and hair. But I only use the pure oil, not the mixed cleansing products.
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Latest post on 20 October 2014 - 11:35
I live somewhat nearby. Let me know how you are settling in and if you have any questions.
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Latest post on 20 October 2014 - 11:30
I'm in the same boat though my current lease ends in November. I could probably get my land lord to extend my lease for about 6 more months if necessary until I find a new location.
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Latest post on 20 October 2014 - 11:27
Hi all My husband and I will be arriving in August from the USA . I am excited to meet new people and start a new life in Abu Dhabi. So much to learn and do before we relocate . What is the best cellular service and internet service? Texas chica edited by texaschica on 23/06/2014 Hi Texas Chica, How have you been settling in? It's great to have another fellow American in these parts. Let me know if you are interested in meeting up for coffee on the weekends.
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Latest post on 20 October 2014 - 11:12
Are there any coffee mornings [b'>on the weekend in Abu Dhabi[/b'>? I would love to meet you all but work all week long. Even though I'm not new to the country I don't have any friends due to a very abusive marriage and now that this is behind me, I would like to start meeting wonderful people like you.
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 15:15
Cherpie, I hope you don't mind answering the following questions: What's your nationality? What are your childrens nationality? Why you are not in custody of your own passport? (it is a UAE law that NO ONE is allowed to hold the passport of another in this country - even if they are your maid - and you can go to the police and open a case against them if they do!!!) Has there been any documented abuse in your relationship? Has there been any documented cheating? Thanks I'm sorry but as a new poster I think Cherpie should be wary of answering your questions...why do you need to know all this ? EW is simply a forum for women to seek the support and advice of others without having to divulge any personal information... Doubting Thomas: You may want to read my origional post about what I am currently going through regarding my divorce before you start saying someone should be wary of answering my questions. Obviously someone is giving her very misguided information about her desire to divorce. If she has these documented proofs against her husband she can divorce him, take the kids AND get plenty of regular compensation! This is why I asked.. If she feels like she doesn't want to answer then that is completely up to her and I cannot help her out. But I was in a very abusive marriage and in the same position as her thinking he controled EVERYTHING and there was no way out but to be left hanging high and dry or beaten and bruiesed. I am trying to tell her she can fight and fight hard! But in order to do that she needs to have some basic knowledge on how to go about it. But I am guessing you never went through anything like this and thus your above statement!
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 14:00
Don't divulge too many details about your personal life on a public forum, if you need advise from someone who has had a similar experience ask for their email ID and take it offline or ask for support groups/organizations/lawyers details. People may or may not believe you its not your problem to plead your case by divulging details you'd rather keep private. Dubai is quite inter-linked and EW has a massive non-member readership. Its your life, your problem, your prerogative how much to share, your business. Redrec: Let Cherpie be the one to decide if she wants to answer the questions. If someone is going to share a problem publicly then they should be prepared that people will ask questions to vague statments in order avoid misleading replies that may harm the person in the long run. From what I can see, Cherpie has been pumped full of wrong information at the present judging from her statments about the court, divorce etc.. and should be informed of her rights if she has them.
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 13:54
I'm talking about bathrooms where there is no toilet paper or a towel or a tissue box in sight! I know that men use their wizars to dry, but what about women? What is a wizar?? It's what many men in the region wear under their kandooras. It is a long white cloth that wraps around their waist, ideal for drying... And they walk around wearing this cloth that they have just dried their backsides with? LMFAO!!! you are crackin me up!!!
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 13:50
Cherpie, I hope you don't mind answering the following questions: What's your nationality? What are your childrens nationality? Why you are not in custody of your own passport? (it is a UAE law that NO ONE is allowed to hold the passport of another in this country - even if they are your maid - and you can go to the police and open a case against them if they do!!!) Has there been any documented abuse in your relationship? Has there been any documented cheating? Thanks
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 13:06
Ok I'll try to clarify the points... I did go to the courts while he was out of the country, and definitely my rights are not the same. From what they told me though, a Muslim woman can't even initiate divorce. . I don't know who advised you about this or how long ago it was, but that is incorrect. A woman CAN divorce a man! She will though, have to give up her divorce rights (to money etc..). However, if she can prove she is divorcing him due to something Haram that he has done, then she gets ALL her rights! If you research the laws of this country regarding divorce it will state very clearly the court rules and regulations regarding a woman requesting for divorce. Again, I'm not sure about the details for a non muslim wife so you'd have to clarify that with the courts.
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 12:53
Thanks Londiamond! I'm still going through the toughest part but 2.5 years is truely enough. Unfortunately I believe AnonDubai may have a point. You'll need to check and see if a non muslim woman can retain custoday of children born to a muslim man. Unless... you can prove that he is doing haram things like I mentioned below (aka: drinking, relations outside marriage, beating, threatening, not providing for his family etc..)
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 12:13
Cherpie, are you in his family book? Is he a local? Has he ever physically abused you? Have you ever found him cheating on you or doing something that according to Islam is haram (aka: alcohol etc.. which you would need hard evidence for)? If you have replied yes to any of the latter 2 questions then you have full rights to divorce him (even if he doesn't want to), take the children AND all your rights (Aka: the divorce money, a place to live in after the divorce and a stipen per child) Honestly you sound a bit like myself (minus the children). I am married (soon to be officially divorced) to a local who made outrageous rules for me and constant exceptions for himself. Not only that but he was constantly putting me down, cheating on me with Russian ladies behind my back, beating me when I would check his phone and find evidence to confront him. I kept giving him chance after chance after chance because I loved him and marriage meant 'till death do us part' according to my upbringing. Unfortunatly it was only after we got married that his true colors came out and I found out their interpretation of a wife in his eye. And I quote 'You are only good for 3 things: Cooking, cleaning and opening your legs and are not allowed to speak or ask questions, see nothing, hear nothing, say nothing. He made me feel like I can't make it here without him and he had full control over me in every aspect of my life. Now I have turned the tables and filed for divorce. I have informed his family of my decision and told them the reasons very clearly and am looking forward to being rid of the SOB once and for all! I hope you realize that you DON'T have to put up with any of this and there is no point in continuing a life that brings you sadness and pain. The day you are rid of it is the day you start living! I truely hope things aren't as bad as they were for me, but if they are I totally get what you're going through. PS. I am a blonde hair, green eyed American who has had enough :)
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 10:48
I am an Expat woman (American) in search of another western expat woman who has an extra room in her appartment that they may consider letting me rent from them on a long term basis. I have just recently divorced from my local husband (no children) and our appartment lease will expire in November. I will be unable to afford a 1 bedroom appartment at the rates they are now and would like to share with another likeminded person. I am a very quiet person who likes to cook and cross stitch :) I have some furniture, a bed set, a washing maching/dryer,electric stove and a TV that I can bring with me. Please let me know if there is any availability in your neck of the woods :) Thanks in advance! <em>edited by sharoniouz on 15/10/2014</em>
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 10:33
Hi Fiercekitten, I am an American expat living here and have recently recovered from an extopic pregnancy where they had to surgically remove my left falopian tube as the pregnancy was viable and we heard the babys heartbeat. Physical recovery took about 2 weeks but mental recovery took a whole lot longer. I truely hope your are doing alright and if you need advice for a good place to do IVF in Abu Dhabi, let me know and I will hook you up. You can contact me at [email protected] <em>edited by sharoniouz on 15/10/2014</em>
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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 10:12
I can't say for certain as you should probably check with the PR Department from your husbands new job, but if you are living here under your husbands visa your visa will most likely have 'housewife' status. I am on my husbands visa but work at a bank, my husband provides me with my insurance card from his place of work which makes my place of work all the more happy because they don't have to pay for any fees for legal work etc.. There is absolutely no hassle whatsoever for me. Where you work or what you do is none of anyones business because you are not in the UAE on any company visa, you are on your husbands visa and the only thing they care about is that you're not here ilegally.
 
 
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