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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 18:10
*grabs burger recipe and runs to shop* Perfect for Game of Thrones later on!! :D
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 17:15
Hi ladies, Wondering if any of you have any good tips for paying off a card faster? I have a card back home & I'm not keen on taking a loan here to cover it then pay back in Dhs,even though the rate for Oz dollars is so high right now... It seems that as soon as I make a payment (I am paying more than minimum) then the interest and insurance comes out not long after and it's pretty much back to where it was before. I've spoken to my bank and while before they were pretty good about helping out, they just say they can't "freeze" my payments for a couple months to help me get ahead. Basically, I wanted to save three or four payments and put them all down in one hit to get it to a level where the next lot of fees won't negate the next payment. They say they can't do this. Because I'm not a resident in Aus any more, I can't get a consolidation loan (I looked anyway, it will only be a benefit if I pay it off over 5 years and I want ti gone faster than that) this month I have some extra money which I'm planning to put on the card. My question is, am I maybe better off to just keep it aside, and do the same next month with any extra, then put it on the card then, while making the min payment when due? Do you think that would help at all? I'm considering cancelling the insurance on the card but I'm worried murphy's law will kick in and something will happen if I do :/
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 17:09
I once discovered an site that showed you pics of hot to butcher & clean a chicken, the guy mentioned something about a little sac in the chicken that helps them with digestion.. he said something along the lines of if it's been ill it can put out a yellowy liquid... I wonder if this is what it was? In any case I would let them know, perhaps a batch of chickens was ill and the butcher missed it.... THis Al Rawdah, is it in most supermarkets? (Co op etc)
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 13:46
Well as it's in Dubai I couldn't say if it's a good price or not, if it's something you want to do and you can afford it then why not?
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 13:43
Try using food colouring in the mashed potato, my mum did this with me and I never turned it downafter that!! You can let them choose the colour, or try making 'faces' or 'sheep' with the pie & mash... e.g. carrot sticks for legs etc
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 13:38
What's the course actually on? 5 days seems a little short for the price, but it depends if it's general in nature or in a particular specialty
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 12:37
Kiwibabe, they couldn't have cared less when I called them. Perhaps I got the office idiot.
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 12:30
Not really- not doing something at al land doing it late are two different things... If they highlight your hair and it's not quite what you wanted, it's not really a reason to not pay. Not doing it at all or messing it up completely, then yes, reason to not pay....
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 12:21
And you know for certain that they don't dock their pay, I'm sure....
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 12:20
Has anything changed? Could she be stressed about something? We had a cat who was nervous and very 'jumpy'- he'd do this when he was upset. Turned out there was an underlying medical condition which when fixed, stopped the peeing (not only in his bed but everywhere else he went) Have you asked your vet? If s/he knows your dog well they might be able to tell if it could be a stressor.
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 12:18
Angelina, do YOU want to be the one who causes the guy to lose a (not inconsiderable amount to him) fee? I'd rather be the "poor sucker" who 'caves' then take someone else's food money!
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 12:15
What you need is something called "Urin-Off" (usually can buy from vets but not sure if anyone in Dubai stocks it. I think you can buy online) and a black light. If you don't remove it all, the smell will remain. We had a cat with nervous problems who used to wee everywhere when scared, we tried everything!!! It was amazing what the light shows up, we found places he'd "been" that we'd never even have guessed! If it's in the grouting though I'm not sure what you can do except replace. But if that's too expensive for you, might be worth trying this stuff. [url= http://urineoff.com/pet.php'>link[/url'> <em>edited by SkyKitty on 02/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 12:08
I know I've seen them recently but do you think I can remember where?! I think it was actually a Fujifilm Instax, I think it was maybe at one of those gadget kiosks on the bottom floor of Dubai Mall, but amsure you can get them elsewhere. Grand Digital stores maybe? They seem to be the "supplier" to everyone else.... Souk.com has some but I think they're a bit expensive [url=http://uae.souq.com/ae-en/fujifilm-instax-mini-7s-white-instant-film-camera-polaroid-+-one-pack-of-film-20-pics-4026209/i/'>link[/url'> <em>edited by SkyKitty on 02/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 12:05
Normally I would agree Tru Blu however I spoke to their new director who was brought in from the states to deal with all the "mess" -that was mroe than a month or two ago and so far not much improvement..... Feel sorry for the delivery guys who work for a different company. Since they never turned up on time I told their manager I didn't think it was fair to make me pay delivery when they never came on the appointed day and he threatened to dock the courier's pay! Jerks.... had no choice but to pay it, but.... grrrrr. If you can't provide the service on the dates given, be prepared to waive your fees!!! especially for someone like me who sits at home waiting for them, on my day off, and they don't turn up!!
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 18:02
Don't use the official site, it's blocked. Should be able to get it from another site...
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 18:00
I have one that you can switch, it's a paid one but you can choose UK only, US only, Europe Only or combos of all three. Am using with Etisalat though so not sure about Du. You d/l it to your comp. It doesn't work in China but has about a 90-95% sucess rate in Dxb. Try googling the short name for England, then an eye, then the three letter word for what you're asking about... hth
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 17:38
Darn... was a great site when it existed. Will see if I can find it anywhere.... maybe cached ETA: Ah, they changed the website name, http://www.skyhighairlines.com/ Turns out that it was a PR stunt by Alaska Airlines. very clever! <em>edited by SkyKitty on 31/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 17:35
Depends how muchyou want to spend first I guess? Also, size, do you want to use it for only the beach, or other stuff, pockets or not, type of handles/fabric etc etc
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 17:33
Not entirely appropriate but my nephews love "Sexy and I know It"... they love shouting "I work out!" lol
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 17:31
Haha, good one! Another goodie (not sure if it's still around, try Google) SkyHighAirlines.... worth a laugh esp the "duty free" catalogue
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 17:04
Maybe give them a call as there was a different range of sizes depending what item it was- might be worth checking ahead if they have your DD's size...?
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 14:21
If you want to access your stuff (music/pics/etc) at a later date in the future, then I would say Andriod or something Windows compatible... once it's on Apple it can be hard to convert back (doable, but a PITA)
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 14:14
I saw a few little kids' swimsuits & full-cover tops in Adventure HQ in TImes Sq last week... they seemed to have a big range of swimming stuff for all ages & for men as well as women.
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 11:00
Acting out because he's now the only rabbit? How old is he? Might just be coincidence that it's time for the ol' snipsnip :D
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 10:36
It's probably for the technicians to update settings with, if the itnernet isn't working. I got a DVD player for 50dhs from Sharaf last year that plays files from USB & SD cards.
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 10:35
I would rather they focus on the idiot driving first than worry about the noise- at least you can hear those coming!!!
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Latest post on 30 March 2012 - 11:09
Thurs night.... bored kids???
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 16:27
just told him send ure wife here lol Lol that's a new one!!!! :D
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 07:35
Wonder if that Sani service thing would work in an apartment? our a/c is linked to other apartments but our 'maintenance' just wipe the vents really... Have noticed since being in Dubai I am forever getting rid of "stuff" out of my nose. It wasn't uncommon for crew to get this on (super) long flights (plane boogers we called it, ew) but I have it every day now. Like constantly feeling there is "stuff" in my nose. And always looking like it does when you have a cold (i.e. not a nice shade) sorry TMI I know but wondering if anyone else has the same- lovely little Kermits hanging around? Only ever had that before if I was sick! So wonder, does it mean I am constantly sick? Never had asthma/hayfever/allergies before...
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 07:01
Thanks girls, will try all of these. I actually have some ncie bath crystals I haven't used, they might do the trick?
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 06:33
It depends if they are basing their figures on accidents only, or incidents as well. An airline can be perfectly safe, yet have a lot of incidents on its record. In fact, some can argue that more 'incidents' on an airline's record can mean they have a better safety management & reporting system in place- because they are acknowledging & learning from mistakes, rather than ignoring them, misreporting or covering them up. Look at Qantas- yes, we have all heard about 'incidents' where there has been technical problems or damage, but the fact remains they have not had a fatality in the jet age despite all the "bad" publicity you might hear about them. You hear far less about Garuda yet they have had many fatalities, some of which were proven due to wilful negligence. Make of it what you will. [i'>Accident- An occurrence associated with the operation of an aircraft which takes place between the time any person boards the aircraft with the intention of flight until such time as all such persons have disembarked, in which (a) a person is fatally or seriously injured as a result of: being in the aircraft; or direct contact with any part of the aircraft, including parts which have become detached from the aircraft; or direct exposure to jet blast (except when the injuries are from natural causes, self inflicted or inflicted by other persons, or when the injuries are to stowaways hiding outside the areas normally available to the passengers or crew); or (b) the aircraft sustains damage or structural failure which: adversely affects the structural strength, performance or flight characteristics of the aircraft and would normally require major repair or replacement of the affected component (except for engine failure or damage, when the damage is limited to the engine, its cowlings or accessories; or for damage limited to propellers, wing tips, antennas, tires, brakes, fairings, small dents or puncture holes in the aircraft skin); or (c) the aircraft is missing or is completely inaccessible. (ICAO Annex 13)[/i'> As you can see, "accident" is very braod and can cover a lot of things, however the common factor is always death/injury and/or major damage. An incident could be something as small as returning to the airport with an indication of a faulty engine that turns out to be a false alarm. So yes, if you looked at it that way and used incidents to compile figures, then Virgin could well appear to be "worse"...
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 13:26
Yeah that's the thing that makes me hesitant about turtles/tortoise.... can't take it with me. I know I would easily be able to find it a home with a friend or colleague though, should I have to go. I don't see that being an issue in the next 2 years though, unless I did something dumb and got fired... lol... Whereas optimistically a hermit crab owuld probably live a year (that's the longest any of mine did) sounds mean I know but better to get something little and easier to look after. I do know a guy who has reptiles and he treats them better than children; they have the best of everything and he even takes one with him to the pool to get some sun on the chair next to him!!! (neighbours don't mind, obvs)
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 13:09
I was going to say rhymes with poor but given other comments earlier thought it might be in bad taste!!! (I blame jetlag, no such thing as brain freeze for me) Um starts with D... rhymes with Eeyore?! :P <em>edited by SkyKitty on 28/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 13:06
Where's the swearing smiley!!! You're just lucky I'm due for an Oz trip soon or I might have had to reach through the internet and strange you!!!! lol
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 13:00
Normally I'd try that but it's one where the lining is part of the bag, if that makes sense (Boxy design, starts with D rhymes with door) Might just try the perfume and baking soda, see if it works...
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 12:57
Ok, spill it, where are the rainbow Paddle Pops?? Be cryptic if you like... lol I also love the Bulla mint ice cream but at 35dhs a tub it's not exactly cheap!!!
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 12:55
No, those removers are too expensive, they just have to make do with leaving remnants on there. They ask the kids in the ipad factory for tips on that. NEXT! ;)
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 12:34
I know you weren't but a lot of people generally do look down on fake bags for various reasons... the way I see it cheap product is cheap product whether fake or not and if people are going to go on about rights of workers etc regarding fake bags I always ask then "well what about your ipad" or "nike sneakers" or whatever else they get that's made with cheaper labour.... anyway, that's a bit off the subject... I'd have thought more of the girls here might have known what to do, with all the 'Karama' threads floating around :D
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 12:26
Angelina, when you say a tester you mean the paper ones where you peel off the top or the little bottle ones?
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 12:25
So no ideas on actually how to get rid of the smell? THat forum seems a bit biatchy, where people call other people tacky and say fake bags suck... lol... unless I missed something in that link? FYI I don't normally buy 'fake' stuff however I liked the look of this bag, couldn't care less if it was made after a designer brand or not... and it was for an occasion...
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 12:21
lol who'd have thought it.... a potential black market for Burger Rings & Cheezels. While we're at it, Chicos, Kool Mints and Allen's lollies.... oh and the new flavours of TIm Tams inc mint. And Mint Slices. If only there were a way to bring back rainbow Paddle Pops!
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 10:19
Silly question, but does a spayed male still, you know, "want to" (or is he even able to?) if a female is in heat? If she just wants "it"- am wondering if you have friends with a male cat (neutered of course) who can "do the business" to shut her up, without knocking her up? LOL.... pimping for cats....
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 10:04
Aroha, it's like Vegemite vs Marmite vs Kiwimite- no one's ever gonna agree! Fonzies are like, but not totally identical, to Twisties. Had some last month in Italy. Close, but no cigar. Maybe I need to start brining this stuff back & selling!! lol- side business??? (with legal paperwork of course lol)
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 03:41
Non-stops are more expensive because a) they are in demand and b) they don't involve (an often annoying) stopover to change planes Yes logically you would think a nonstop is cheaper but think about it- lots of people want them because the travelling time is shorter, on a stop airlines have to pay two sets of landing fees and handling charges, often change crew (more expense) so to make it worth their while they lower the price a bit to get more people on. Supply and demand. I don't know why people say "oh X airline is more expensive then Y"- recently I looked at fares from Oz to Europe vie ME, they all came out around the $2500AUD mark, regardless of carrier or stopovers. Perhaps when you ladies fly they are in peak travel times, which always affects the price?
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 15:37
Outthere, do you mind telling me about how much you paid? Been looking for same but no idea where to start.... do they have branches or just the one location? Ta!
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 15:31
I always bring them with me when I come back from Oz.... if they last that long! Once got excited when someone said they say Cheezels somewhere... turned out to be the Kiwi version, which, no offence, are cr@p.... friend has just gone nuts for 'Cheezels Rashers' which obviously would be impossible to get here (or in the p0rk section if they were)
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 22:10
If you forget to set things to public though, and you post a lot, they almost certainly will notice the sudden lack of posts. Also, do you want to make ANYTHING public? If not, go to your Friends settings and create a new "list", call it "Semi Visible " or "Stalkers" or something.... ;) It's a pain to do but once it's done.... go to each of your albums, then set the privacy to "custom". You can specify a list of people who you do NOT want to see that item. Choose the list you made earlier. Now, when you post something new, under the arrow with the drop down menu (it.s usually set to Friends, if that's your default setting), you can again pick "Custom: Everyone except: X" They will still see what you want them to see, but not all. You can also just restrict comments as well if you wanted to.
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 22:05
Sharaf or Plug-Ins (forget which) upstairs in DM had the bean bags with inbuilt speakers in for gaming, they came in pink & blue. I think they were 199dhs if I recall correctly... depends how big your son is I guess! I would say would work probably up til small teenager size.
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 21:59
It's illegal to record someone without their knowledge- this has been said many times in the news media here, when it's come up in cases. However, as mentioned once it's done then the police would probably listen to it anyway. I don't think there's such a thing as "won't hold up in court"- as we all know people have been done for the 'middle finger' on the say-so of someone else, not even with any video/pics. My company records calls to their HR dept, if you get abusive or use language with the staff you can get in trouble. But they tell us this when we start, it's not actually stated on the phone calls.
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Latest post on 25 March 2012 - 20:51
One I HATED as a kid "Because I'm the adult and you're the child" Grrrrrr, mum!!! Actually, she was a bit of a dictator, once when my room was so messy she threatened to throw out whatever was on the floor. Me, being 7, didn't believe her so I was devastated when she did!!! Back to the topic: "Yeah, I'm on my way right now" - said while still in bathroom doing makeup - something I would never have dreamed of saying back home....
 
 
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