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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 23:58
We will not bring our "kids" or else the place will empty in a rush...so we are game,text us.
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 23:51
Which Warqa do you live in, SL? Used ti in Warqa' a 4 now in 2. Seen you' re in 4. :) Was wondering if we ever met.
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 23:45
Those who did this are not humans! And we cannot call them animals either because we would offend the animals. They are scum and life will give them what they deserve for such cruelty. RIP Roxy!
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 17:22
Yes, you are right. DC, why don't you have your husband look at Warqa 1, 2, and 3? There are many more conveniences in that area and the roads are mainly done. Just looked outside the window and seen my "sandy road":) :) Main roads mainly done, sandy roads-streets are drivable. Have neighbours driving with +100 kmph on it.
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 17:20
Abby, we shall ask for bouzoukia and plates at Irish Village, Sandy deserves celebration! :D Ella koritsi mou!!
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 17:16
Al Warqa'a 4, wer her husband was, is a bit remote, true, but the others, 1,2,and 3 are not and are more established. Is 8 min drive to Festival city, 5 min to MCC and 5 min to UpTown. The plus is that villas have huge gardens (plot sizes are 10-15,000 sqf) so more than suitable for dogs. I know, we have to giant dogs and Wilma the tortoise and wouldn't imagine living anywhere else. As for access to Down Town is easy, in 15 min I'm there, Deira is same same :)
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 16:43
Thanks ladies :). The villa was just before the Bin Sougat centre in a compound in a nice leafy part but sadly the garden is just too small :(. We were hoping it might be doable with the other great features making up for it, but it's just not practical with the dogs. I did like the area, though, so it's definitely still on our list! ETA I don't care at all that it's not an 'expat' area. The other areas I'm looking at are Al Badaa, Satwa and Garhoud so I'm definitely not after a Stepford Wives place :D. edited by DubaiCat on 19/05/2013 I know what you mean a garden for 2 dogs! I think an independent villa would better suit your requirements. Why don't you try the Al Warqa' area? Here are only independent villa, arabic style with huge gardens. Price wise is more than ok. <em>edited by simoralu44 on 19/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 13:33
Why on earth are we so snappy these days!! I was snappy and I hated it :) Bot some people are OTT. DXB is a salad bowl (a local columnist said it) with a mixture of cultures and habits and odd behaviours...doesn't make it right, is just different. Snap :)
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 13:22
Furry hugs :) :) Look forward
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 10:55
I know it's annoying for you as mother to have your kids' photo taken by strangers, but I've seen it happening here often. Especially if they blonde hair-fair skin-blue eyes kids. I don't think they would have done anything to harm them and you were in your right to ask them to delete the photo,but no need to panic. I don't know the women, why on earth leave my son's photos with a total stranger? it's not the concept it become acceptable by some over here, it's the concept it self, can any of us take a photo of a total male stranger? I doubt this fine. To be fair, my children are not blond, not blue or green eyes either, my children are my children, we are not celebrity or part of a royal family... so why the strange attitude of these women? You got me wrong, I didn't say is either acceptable or fine! And you were in your right to ask them to delete the photo. I just said don't need to panic. Is just one of those things that get the "different culture" explanation. Not necessarily ok but you might consider.
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Latest post on 19 May 2013 - 10:43
I know it's annoying for you as mother to have your kids' photo taken by strangers, but I've seen it happening here often. Especially if they blonde hair-fair skin-blue eyes kids. I don't think they would have done anything to harm them and you were in your right to ask them to delete the photo,but no need to panic.
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Latest post on 18 May 2013 - 22:01
I am so privileged to live in Oman. Arrived Dubai 1976 and what a gem of a place. Now hideous in every respect. Dubai,like many other big cities in the world has ups and downs, but I wouldn"t consider it hideous. Is too harsh, in my opinion. But, hey,who am I to judge,I love Dubai.... <em>edited by simoralu44 on 18/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 17 May 2013 - 20:52
If you have irrigation with timer and grass, why do you want to replace with artificial? Not judging, just nosy :) We keep our irrigation 3 times a day,early morning-lunch-evening, 4 min on each phase. But that is the timer doing the job. DH says with the artificial grass yoy'll never be happy. Now also depends on the surface.
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Latest post on 17 May 2013 - 18:52
Check here! :) http://www.emirates247.com/news/emirates/revealed-list-of-uae-public-holidays-in-2013-2012-12-30-1.489038
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Latest post on 17 May 2013 - 17:20
I managed to get some at dragon mart for 17aed per square meter. Will try to find name. That's a very good price. Did it include installation? I'd like to get artificial grass as it makes the garden look so tidy as well as saving water. Our grass on one side is a mess due to the neighbour's damas trees. What's the best preparation of the ground? A neighbour put some down recently and they had the area cemented. Should have either a cement base or a very thick plastic foil (as we have under our graveled area_ otherwise the sand will "eat"it.
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Latest post on 17 May 2013 - 15:11
It is normal if they are polite and respect you, but if they become a nuisance then yes, cut all ties. They gave the cat away so they have no rights over.
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 22:49
You need a good night rest, the 3 of you!! Tell the young lady is time to sleep and let you sleep as well. Our furry babies are snoring happily knowing that Sandy is safe.
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 21:27
Awaiting going into labour. Less then a week to go so could be any minute :) In the mean time I will do some more cooking to fill up the freezer, hopefully meet up with a friends who is on a business trip here and on Saturday we can hopefully pick up our new car! If you are who I think&lt; promise you won"t speed with the new car! 160 on Bypass road! :) :)
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 21:24
Abby, don't make me blush! I'm not that nice. I hugged my "monsters" when we got back home and they are sending Sandy hugs and kisses and they said "Girl, now you see that the world out there is not nice!"all is well when it ends well! Nite nite
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 21:21
@simpleasabc All is well when ends well! :) I snapped at you but sometimes I theorize just like you,happens to us "old bags" :) @powerpffmum Hope never happens to you, but we're always happy to lend a hand!
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 20:57
She's just tired,but ate well. We left her with her "mommy and daddy",cuddling and we came home to hug our pooches! Sandy is happy and well!
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 20:51
Abbie and Tassos, forgive my scepticism if Sandy has really been found at her carer's home and you are going to be giving such a huge reward. Call me a cynical old bag if you will, but I'm afraid I smell something fishy :( But I am very glad if you have really found your beloved dog and all is well in your world. Really? Unnecessary assumptions! We were out, the 4 if us looking for Sandy when the carer called, happy and crying, that Sandy found her way back to her house Nobody talks or claims the reward. They are just happy they have Sandy back. Let's not spoil it with theories!! Now I'm hugging my pooches! :) :)
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 20:32
Oh, brilliant news, please do confirm if you can! Does that mean the carer (who lost her) gets the reward?! Really?? Sandy gets it! :P
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 20:10
Sandy is a tough smart cookie!!! She's well and happy!!
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 19:55
We are just leaving Mushrif Park, apparently Sandy returned to the carer's house. Omce we are there we will confirm!!! Smart girl Sandy,she decided to go back!!
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 16:13
Seen some in Daiso, very basic.
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Latest post on 16 May 2013 - 15:50
Was with them on the phone a while ago and waiting to see if they need a hand&gt; They were heading to Mushrif park area.
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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 22:00
Did I just get 9/10???
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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 21:55
If you need any help, my email is username at gmail.com.
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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 21:22
Any luck? Just got home. Give a shout if you need any help! <em>edited by simoralu44 on 15/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 21:57
Give a try to the restaurants in Festival City...plenty to choke from...ooops choose from ;)
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 18:09
No luck here either. Star if you've seen a blue Jag "suspiciously"trolling around Shorooq...that was me.
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 15:14
We're gonna do a round later along Tripoli street...bump
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 10:52
Thank you all for being so kind. We are setting off for the airport in 2 hours. Somebody said they think they saw her 2 days ago near sharooq entrance near Algeria street. She was walking towards uptown mirdiff. They think she might have turned off right to get away from the cars. Does this make sense? I am not familiar at all with the area. Is quite a walk between where she was lost and Shorooq but nothing is impossible. Will ask friends in Mirdif to pay attention.
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 10:49
Try in Nad Al Sheba, close to Meydan or close to Nad Al Sheba vets, camel farms there. Best bet is at the race track, on Al Ain road.
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 10:47
DH and I been driving around Warqa'a 3 for more than 2 hrs (took shifts) Around the running track, 55 street, around the mosque where they have the kabab stand ( she's greedy, remembered it) up to Nouakchott street...asked the street workers if they've seen her but no luck. I don't know where OP lives, might be a possibility if she lives near the carer that Sandy tries to get home!! Will try later again :(
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 09:17
I do my weigh in on Friday, on my "cheat"day as I call it. And you gasp at 65.5!!! He he he Are you on a life style change? (hate to call them diets :) )
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 09:12
@mrsg: I would really like to talk to you about tortoise care and share from your experience if you don't mind. My email is username here at gmail.com. TIA
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 00:48
Thank you so much. We live nearby. Fingers crossed we find Sandy
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 00:43
She is called sandy. We have cats too and we always get them in by shaking our keys. She might recognise that noise. She loves the noise of squeaky toys too. I'm worried about her not having any water. If anybody lives nearby can they put out a water bowl for her so she can find some water at least. She will not come voluntarily up to strangers as she is very timid. She likes sausages if you spot her. You might be able to tempt her out if she can smell food. She is very greedy. Ok, noted. We have chewy treats and sausages and keys and water. We'll try in the morning. We have 2 dogs ourselves,we know how you feel. <em>edited by simoralu44 on 14/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 00:23
Ive got a friend in Warqaa who thinks he saw your dog behind his house yesterday. He lives by the running track but he isnt 100% sure so please dont put your hopes up.. I dont want you being disappointed :( He said if he sees the dog again, he will call. Will drive by in the morning maybe we spot her. Always have treats in the car.BTW, what's her name?? Maybe she'll be less scared if called by name!
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 23:45
Pity the nail polishes don't fit in,I'm a nail polish nut :)
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 23:43
Yes, you'll take left at the big traffic light, not the one that leads into Shorooq. And you'll have Shorooq on your left on the way to the roundabout. :)
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 23:39
We had a drive tonight,again,no sighting! :(
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 23:34
Nope, you take left towards Warqa'a 4 and at the first roundabout you'll see the building site on the right hand side, take right,Nouakchott street, and you'll be in front of it. I f you go straight ahead as you said you end up in Warqa"a 1 and 2 where the apartments I told you about are. Hope this helps. :)
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 18:34
Yup, so company accommodation in Mirdif/Warqa"a area makes sense. There are apartments for rent in Warqa"a 1 and 2 at quite affordable prices. 1 B/R is about 35-40.000 AED and 2 B/R UP TO 50-60.000 AED. Supermarkets close by (Aswaaq, Mas Supermarket and in Mirdif others), bus feeders to metro and MCC (comfortable,no issues). And very close to your new work place. Is worth having a look around.
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 18:24
I don"t have kids school age anymore, but know Mirdif quite well. Check this link,hope it helps. http://www.bayut.com/uae_directory/dubai_schools_directory/mirdif_schools-1-5603-1.html
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 18:21
I don"t know where she can put posters around Al Warqa"a but we'll have a look around. DH had a drive to see if he can spot her.
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 16:56
Can't say I did, but seen make-up organizers in Daiso and you can stack them I guess. I know is not what you asked but it's an idea. :)
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 16:46
Sim, your post goes to show how everyone is soooo different. I got a Samsung galaxy as a gift nad gave up omit instantly. Not even 5 hours of use. I hate it. No way I will ever get my head around it. It is soooo busy and so not user friendly to me! All my friends, my sister and hubby have an iPhone and although I have said I don't like them and would never buy one, I must say I love them compared to the Samsung! I am very, very happy with my basic 100dh Nokia phone ;) I can text with my eyes closed. It does everything I need my phone to do, and then I have my iPad for everything else. But I have my 2 sisters and best friends abroad and they hate me cause I don't have what's app ;) just been looking at th e different options and looks like I will buy the Nokia c3 01 ;) very old school with a bit of new :) I also have a cheap Asha and I think you can have Whatsapp on some of their models. So you won"t be hated anymore. And we are all beautiful because we are sooooo different! :)
 
 
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