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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 15:49
Not meaning to hijack, but has anyone heard of Kathak classes for adults. I learnt it as a child for a few years till we moved from India to Muscat. Would love to relearn, but maybe not with 5 years olds. :)
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 16:15
Thanks a ton!
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 12:23
For my baby shower, we did a pink and brown theme. Gave away strawberry and chocolate macaroons in heart shaped boxes from Daiso, topped off with. Pink baby sock.
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Latest post on 13 September 2012 - 16:28
I had a c section with Dr Janaki as well. In the beginning, I was quite concerned about her being very precise and non-maternal (haha I was pretty much a wimp and wanted to hug any doc I saw). But now I'm so glad I chose her. She is nothing short of brilliant. And like I've mentioned a lot of times here, the team of midwives and nurses at Welcare was a blessing after the surgery. I'm not very conscious about my scar, but I do think it's quite light. Good luck to you :)
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Latest post on 07 September 2012 - 00:51
I think there's a dairy-free creamer called Monarch available in most supermarkets, usually stocked right next to Coffeemate.
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Latest post on 07 September 2012 - 00:29
Ffs....... What is the world coming too. Some of the replies are a good read thou, lol. Ha ha, I also thought some of the comments were hilarious!
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Latest post on 07 September 2012 - 00:20
OMG.
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Latest post on 05 September 2012 - 16:35
Thanks DQ, will have a look at these stores :)
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Latest post on 05 September 2012 - 15:59
Don't mean to be a killjoy, but just wanted to mention these showed up in a list of "Kid foods to avoid" in Time Magazine.
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Latest post on 04 September 2012 - 16:01
Bruschetta and soup. And just to balance the calories, there's vanilla ice cream and chocolate sorbet for dessert. Bwahahahaha
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Latest post on 29 August 2012 - 15:51
I was so touched by the care that the midwives and nurses gave us after my daughter was born at Welcare, including a lot of emotional support for breastfeeding; but the thought of tipping them never came to mind. We bought them a huge cake saying Thank You when we went back for DD's 2 week check up.
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Latest post on 29 August 2012 - 15:20
They had me at Valrhona :)
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Latest post on 26 August 2012 - 17:05
Dr Oetkar's does it. It's available at most big supermarkets.
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Latest post on 26 August 2012 - 17:04
Thanks KB100, I saw the online option but was wondering if any of the local distributors do this?
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Latest post on 14 August 2012 - 13:51
Hi DB Do you mean baking supplies in wholesale quantities? I will have to find out for you, if you can give me some time. I'm not that great a decorator so hardly work a lot with icing gels and other decorating stuff. I've seen meringue powder in Lulu very often, but in the small Dr Oetkar tins.
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Latest post on 13 August 2012 - 02:07
Can I just say that as the day of travel draws closer, my excitement to see my family is turning into sheer nervousness + utter terror + complete distraught! Tempted to get some sleep-inducing cough syrup. Someone tell me it won't be a trip to **** and back :o
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Latest post on 13 August 2012 - 00:15
Cherry, for 2 teaspoons of PP, I'd use 1/2 teaspoon of each except fenugreek, and I'd just add 1/4 teaspoon of fenugreek. Will not make any drastic changes to the desired flavor.
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Latest post on 12 August 2012 - 01:19
Oops, sorry OP; I just noticed you know what seeds go into the mix. :D
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Latest post on 12 August 2012 - 01:18
Panch Phoron is a traditional Bengali spice, rarely used in other parts of India. That's probably why you aren't seeing it with the other regular spices. Adil does carry it, I've bought some. Geant in Ibn Batuta have an Al Adil aisle, you might find it there. It's quite easy to mix yourself since it is almost always used as whole seeds and not powdered. It's an equal mix of mustard, fennel, cumin, fenugreek and nigella seeds. You can cut the quantity of fenugreek seeds if you find it too bitter.
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Latest post on 07 August 2012 - 14:05
i need some1 to stay with me all day and part of night and then sleep outside... You want her to go somewhere else to sleep in the middle of the night?
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Latest post on 07 August 2012 - 14:03
Well SueB, sorry you felt it was harsh. I did say this was not aimed at anyone from EW. And no, it doesn't make me feel "superior" in any way. English is not my first or second language. I do not expect perfect grammar or spelling skills from everyone, but I do however expect that when I do my job right, it isn't refuted with imaginary claims from my native-English speaking client. Didn't realise ranting on EW is not something we do anymore :\:
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Latest post on 06 August 2012 - 12:42
I think EW has a coffee morning sometimes at Ibn Batuta (or is it Marina Mall)? WIll be a good place to meet mums from everywhere.
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Latest post on 05 August 2012 - 13:13
Oh God, I'm so glad I found this thread. We've been having difficulties with our toddler who is 16 months old. I understand that at times she's just plain frustated because she cannot express herself, but sometimes it just gets to us. She just suddenly bursts into a tantrum and cries till what seems like forever. Generally she is quite good, but we're starting to have one too many of these days and DH and I are beginning to question our parenting skills (or the lack of?). She's too young for a time out, because I've tried to do it with her and she just doesn't get it. She also goes to a nursery playgroup every day for three hours in the afternoon and is very happy and content there, so I don't understand this behavious with us at home? DH and I were talking the other day about how much easier are weekdays are and how much stress the weekends bring :( Edited for my delightfully frightening spellings <em>edited by stovetop on 05/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 03 August 2012 - 12:44
I got a couple of them from Debenhams and really like them.
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Latest post on 03 August 2012 - 12:39
We've flown with a lot of liquid, much more than 100ml and once they understand it's for the baby, they never seem to have a problem.
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Latest post on 02 August 2012 - 13:35
Yo Sushi in Marina Mall will deliver
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Latest post on 28 July 2012 - 01:17
Any fans of A R Rehman? Apparently he's gonna be on soon.
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Latest post on 28 July 2012 - 00:49
Lol... Mr. Bean :D
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Latest post on 28 July 2012 - 00:47
I would have never imagined that the Queen would have been up for that entry. Lol!
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Latest post on 19 July 2012 - 13:18
How's it going ladies? I have a question - do you repeat the shred after 30 days again, starting from level 1? Or do you just do level 3 a few times a week after you've completed the shred once?
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Latest post on 19 July 2012 - 13:06
A friend was at MOE yesterday and there was a similar incident in the parking lot. Apparently the Mum forgot car keys inside too, so cops and emergency services were called to help take the child out. I hope the child is okay.
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Latest post on 19 July 2012 - 12:36
Thank you ladies for all the tips. Hope it all goes well and she's not too uncomfortable.
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 16:38
Hi Sarah/Dramaqn Just wanted to know how you liked the results? I'm going to get some done soon too. :)
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 16:09
I really like the one at Almaz by Momo in MOE. The lamb, in particular, is fabulous.
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Latest post on 16 July 2012 - 15:36
Thank you so much ladies. I'm with J on the table thing too, it annoys the c**p out of me. I'm making a list of all her fave things to take along - blueberries, raisins, crayons, books. Will get some new disposable-ish toys from Daiso. Summertime, thanks for the tips on food. Will make sure I carry enough. I'm wondering about the haul between the flights though. A friend has offered to come see me with her 7 month old, but its the middle of the night so I really don't want her to take the trouble. Also, should I take DD's doll pram for her to push around in the airport? Does anyone think it to be a good idea, if I can keep her away from people's toes? :o
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Latest post on 14 July 2012 - 14:09
Thanks a ton, LMAO!
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Latest post on 14 July 2012 - 12:22
Does anyone have her new contact number at Baby Sense? Needed to share her details with a friend who's struggling with sleep issues but realised I have Cecile's old contact details. TIA
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 16:56
I agree that forgetting kids for too long is absolutely unaccepatable (anyone remembers Chaise, the Russian toddler who was forgotten by his adoptive father for 9 hours?). I mean if there is a change in routine, then please rewire your brain for the day and REMEMBER the most important bits. But then again the sort of grief-stricken guilt that these parents go through is something I cannot begin to imagine.
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 16:30
Oh emm gee, maybe she's friends with Tom Cee!!! i wish there was a like button Ditto :D
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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 23:22
Hmm , so how was it? :)
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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 16:40
Ever since I discovered Pinterest, I don't have any free time anymore :D
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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 16:38
:(
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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 16:36
Thanks Abby, they do look fab. But honestly, I like to drape the saree around and see if it suits me or not. So I don't know if online will work, but that gold saree is soooo tempting. :D Thanks Chewit, the collection at Lulu's is sometimes very traditional. I'm looking for something light. BT, thanks for the suggestion. Can you tell me where exactly in MB this is?
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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 16:29
Isn't it just plain depressing to shop here sometimes? I'd had really bad experiences here, especially at one particular store. Once I went to the counter with a dress marked Aed 35 just to check. Turns out it was 235. In the UK, they would be forced to sell it to you at AED 35 but here, this women looked at me like I'm an alien and said "Really? You really think this dress would be for 35 bucks?" ... with that sarcasm meets ridicule meets plain effing condescending look. But then everyone deserves a second chance (you know just in case they're PMSing or having a bad day otherwise), especially when they sell nice clothes. So back I went to this store during the Sales, and there was a bunch of clothes kept aside in a corner with an A4 paper saying "Window Display". So I asked this lady "Is this for sale?" That same condescending look came back and she says "No, it's regular price.You should check the tag." I was like "Yeah, I asked if it was for sale, not if it was on sale." She still didn't get it, but I just never go back to this particular store. <em>edited by stovetop on 04/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 24 June 2012 - 16:00
Congratulations Pepito, having a toddler that young fluent in 2 languages is no mean feat. :)
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Latest post on 21 June 2012 - 16:29
A lot of those freezone licences come with a 'hot desk' that they dont actually expect anyone to use.... I suppose it depends on the business, but say for example one had a freezone licence and was a floating 'home visits' hairdresser, would that work? and OP - as far as I understand you can sell your own hand made products at the Safa market too Or Arte too, I think.
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Latest post on 21 June 2012 - 16:20
I agree, RAK Hilton is amazing. We loved it when we went there a few months back. Have you looked at Cove Rotana? I hear from friends that that one is pretty good too.
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Latest post on 21 June 2012 - 16:18
Yeah, I find it so hard to explain to DH that despite there being so many brands here, I have so much trouble finding something :( I do wish there was an Urban Outfitters here, though. I love their stuff, but have failed miserably trying to Shop n Ship because I just can't get the sizes right. Edited because apparently I can't spell on Thursdays <em>edited by stovetop on 22/06/2012</em>
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Latest post on 18 June 2012 - 23:52
Dr Shuja at Welcare
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Latest post on 18 June 2012 - 16:41
Hugs to you Rabiaah. It must be a very tough time for you. I went to Dr Janaki in Welcare for my pregnancy, and if I remember correctly had overhead another patient of hers telling someone that she was in a similar situation as you and was very well guided by Dr J. It might take a while to get an appointment with her and she may seem slightly distant, but I have learnt from experience that she is an excellent doctor. Make sure you have a list of questions ready for her, she answers everything in detail.
 
 
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