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Latest post on 29 October 2014 - 23:23
my gosh, reading this thread gave me quite a chuckle. Maybe it is my age but I have not experienced what you ladies have :)…..I smile and tell them I am looking and when I need them i will find them. that is usually it…no following, no lurking. I also have researched what I might be interested in, as I do when I travel and in my home country. Not all cosmetic counter gals know all products and I would say, with top brands they have had some training. Possibly a bit more knowledge before going to the makeup counter or go to top brands. You can also ask what company gives the best training and….realize not all trained people are good at their jobs ;)…..I have not found the ladies here any better nor any worse than anywhere else. Kindness goes a long way I think.
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Latest post on 29 August 2014 - 16:22
I am going to Vancouver from Dubai to buy a condo and am looking for recommendations for an accountant who is very aware of the many questions and concerns of expats. We are Canadian citizens but non residents. The accountant can be in Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey or Langley. Many thanks! We have a CA based in Toronto. He does our non res taxes for us and is great. Deals with inter nations taxation for expats. Not cheap but certainly worth it. Are you still interested, if so I will send his information :) btw, we have never met but do everything by email/phone :) <em>edited by SueB on 29/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 07 July 2014 - 03:32
well, first of all, you are a smoker. You might want to start with a respirologist. I dont know how old you are but because you smoke I would start there. If your lungs are not comprimised then you might move on to allergies. But honestly. Give up the weed. The smokes are not helping your lungs and you cannot give any of us a good reason to continue to smoke lol......you obviously are concerned. Make a plan to quit. and it it turns out you just have an infection and say 'oh great, I do not have to quite smoking' you are totally kidding yourself. This from a gal who smoked for 45 years!!! has mild copd. Lucky for the simple reason I was athletic :)....so. girl...this might just be your 1st wake up call....please heed it. <em>edited by SueB on 07/07/2014</em>
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Latest post on 07 July 2014 - 03:24
They meaning the UAE, are getting there. you see a lot more people buckling up now than you did 1 years ago. You see a lot more safe driving now than then. You see a lot more consideration and less horn honking than you did. Things change. It takes time. You can make all sorts of excuses about why but at the end of the day, it is about education. The more people become aware, the more responsible they will (hopefully) be. The more hospitals insist that they newborns cannot go home on the mother or maids lap but insist on a car seat then the might become aware. The less the people in power cater to those who they think rule the world then, the safer the population will be. Are you a symptom of change? if so, get involved in changing the system. Check out Buckle Up.
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Latest post on 12 May 2014 - 06:15
Sounds to me like you are done. You are fried. Staying is pointless if he is a serial cheater or if you will never trust again :(. That is no way to live and it will always color your happiness. It is also terrible for your children. It will take a while for you to get over it all but you will. You will be happier and so will your children. Now if you are both in marriage therapy and both willing to take part. You being honest with him that you do not trust him and hopefully he helping all he can to make sure you can trust him? If he has had quite a few affairs then there is something not right. I probably does not have much to do with you to be honest. He could be in love with the rush of a new relationship. Who knows...might be something to bring up at the therapist. Anyway, Good luck.
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Latest post on 12 May 2014 - 06:05
You cannot uninvite her. Who knows what her life is like? maybe she is very lonely, maybe she would love to go to Italy and your wedding is her excuse? Maybe she likes you and would like to be friends. We never know do we :)...So be gracious on the day. It will not kill you nor ruin your day.
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Latest post on 26 April 2014 - 20:12
with children? I would say, remember you have a partner and make special times for him. As mums we often get so caught up being a mother, we forget we have a partner...so forget about being parents a couple of times a month :) without children.....save 10% of your salary or more if you can so you can buy a house on your own!!! and build a retirement fund first and foremost. Do not party your face off because one day you will not have that face but you will taken care of yourself and have a house and retirement fund lol
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Latest post on 26 April 2014 - 20:08
I 'think' I saw it in Choitrums by Safa park last week. Other than that Spinneys Mercato.
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Latest post on 26 April 2014 - 20:07
husband just informed me that Nutella is all over the place...guess it changed from Christmas lol...thanks for the help ladies :)
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Latest post on 26 April 2014 - 18:46
You can buy a small bottle of lavender which is very calming. Have them take a whiff every hour (and you too lol) it should help keep them relaxed and eventually sleep. you can dilute it in water and put in a little spray bottle, (1 drop to 5ml) and give their pillow a spritz. Worked every time. I still spray my pillow at night and those are the nights I sleep the best ;)
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Latest post on 26 April 2014 - 18:15
the mosque by The One?
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Latest post on 26 April 2014 - 18:13
Question for Canadians .....have you been able to bring in fresh dates (not dried or chocolate covered) and not bought at the airport, through customs in Canada. I love them so much !!!!
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Latest post on 26 April 2014 - 18:11
thanks ladies. Husband on the hunt!!!!
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 12:14
Thanks for the information. Have passed it on. It is turning out to be a good family thing lol..fingers crossed the baby makes it, if not, it certainly will not be for trying on their part.
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 11:54
thanks anyway. Anyone??
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 11:50
Thanks Geordie....they are in Lamaca, I have no idea where that is.
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Latest post on 23 April 2014 - 11:46
Hi Trish. I have a friend who is visiting her parents in Cyprus (waiting to hear exactly where) her dad found a new born kitten whose mother was killed and is wanting to take care of it. I have given them lots of info to help re warmth, temporary food etc but do you know where they might find a vet with baby milk and if you are near, could you possibly give them a hand re advice? of course as soon as I find out exactly where they are that might be better lol.....also if there is anyone else in Cyprus?
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Latest post on 20 April 2014 - 01:26
What snowflake says! You must let her in the house, the garage is not a welcome nurturing place for her. This is all new to her and she wants to be with her family, not locked up all alone in a dark cold garage!!! You need to show her where her safe place is, a spare room, a laundry room, spare bathroom, where her litter box is and where her basket is so she can go there if she is tired/afraid or wants to be alone. Litter box and basket do not have to be in the same room. Her food should be in the kitchen if there is room. You must keep her in for at least a month. Make sure she is not near a door when you leave. Make sure the yard is safe for her and that she stays in the yard. You can have an enclosure built for her to keep her safe and other cats out. When you finally let her out, be in the garden with her so she can smell her way around and become familiar with her territory. Bring her inside with you. When she finally is allowed out on her own, make sure you do not feed her if she is going out again. Her last meal of the day is when she stays inside. She will recognize the routine eventually. She will be hungary so more likely to come in then. If she gets wet and dry food during the day, make sure her wet food is at night :) You love your cat so just make sure she is safe. If she cries at night, put her in her own room if you can. She will eventually settle down to her new life :) good luck.
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Latest post on 19 April 2014 - 16:26
I do what he does when he goes away. Pack my bags and leave. He gets on with it and manages quite fine, animals alive when I get back, house still standing and he does not smell.
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Latest post on 08 April 2014 - 20:02
Gorobattie wrote: Have children water gun - the small one - fill it with water, then take your own rout as usual, then once this particular cat try to approach him squeeze the water gun toward the cat, do the same for a week, then this cat will mind it's own business after that, just seeing the water gun - no need to spray anymore - will just remind that cat to stay away from your do. HTH oh gosh Gorobattie,,,I think when we see unruly children we should use the big water gun. I sure know a few kids in my area that pass through that could benefit from a strong spurt of the water gun to make sure they stay away!!!... seriously Goro....that was not a helpful response considering the situation and the OP has gone the extra mile to find out why the cat is aggressive.....shame on you.
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Latest post on 08 April 2014 - 16:35
yup, with Ruth there :). Now you know there is a mum and babies, you could take it upon yourself to help her. Bin Kitty helps you help and will support you in having the mum spayed and giving you information on how to help the babies be homed or helped. More spayed females = less cats to attack the dogs protecting their babies :). If this cat is in an area where there a lot of strays and none have a clipped left ear, chances are they need to be 'Trapped, neutered/released'or, TNR'd. There are organizations along with Bin Kitty that also do this, ie Friends of Animals, Feline Friends etc so....give someone a ring and leave your name and phone # or contact through Facebook :)......good luck.
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Latest post on 08 April 2014 - 13:16
Good heavens, you ladies are certainly taking the thumbs personally lol... really, it is not that noteworthy and I highly doubt anyone thumbs you because they do not like you lol
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 17:46
Put the post up at Bin Kitty on FB, Lost and found cats etc. Felinefriendsdubai.com , posters in your area. call all your friends for help, surely there is someone that can hold him for a few days or even foster. Can either one of you not keep this kitten in a bathroom for a few days until someone can be found. That is what we normally do, rather than chuck him out. just to note, if he is in fact neutered and I see he does not have a clipped ear, chances are he has a chip. possibly pop him down to the vets to see if he has one. <em>edited by SueB on 06/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 17:40
the article is telling you why they are closing one runway at a time. When they are closing said runways, the dates. That you have to check with the airline before you leave to find out which airport. That there is a bus every 30 min between airports. It does not give a list of the airlines and where they are going to land, your airline should give you that information. Anyway, I put up the post because some people where posting very odd information and calling it Airport Closure which means the whole airport is closing when it is one of the runways not the whole airport. Anyway, call your airline closer to departure.
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Latest post on 03 April 2014 - 19:58
start with the color that when you wear it you feel wonderful. Work from there. Mine is Royal Blue :)
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Latest post on 30 March 2014 - 21:26
The girls have gone home with MrsAbdeen,husband and child :). Fingers crossed the girls settle quickly and they become a family :).... Thank you MrsAbdeen for giving the girls a chance :)
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Latest post on 30 March 2014 - 19:05
you do not need to bleach, just have the colour lifted. Mine was way too dark and instead of bleaching, they used a colour lifter. It worked fab!!! I had it done at Essentials across from Park and Shop on Al Wasl :)
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Latest post on 30 March 2014 - 10:25
Oh I hate it when it comes to having to say this, but my 2 foster girls are so desperate for a new home. I am going back to Canada in May and they must have a home by then. I cannot possibly leave my husband to care for 5 cats when I am away for 5 months :(. That would be cruel and unusual punishment for him lol......he is away a lot and the dog is not happy with so many felines in the house. So, if you are looking seriously, please consider these girls.. they are so much fun, once they get to know you :) http://tnydu.biz/D5f3gd
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Latest post on 29 March 2014 - 18:42
maxi dresses can be dressed up or down. They are fine anywhere, even in the desert, though, that could be a bit chilly but toss on boots lol....I just bought 2 and plan on wearing them anywhere :)
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Latest post on 27 March 2014 - 22:01
I second Argon oil...or Jojoba oil,hazelnut oil, or light olive oil or grapeseed oil. if your skin is irratated you do not want to further irritate with chemicals. Your husband does not have to go out to buy this stuff, it is or one of the oils are most likely in your cabinet. coconut oil, unrefined in the health food store.
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Latest post on 27 March 2014 - 21:53
[url=[url='>link[/url'>'>link[/url'>I think Sandy has the highest thingy? EW Supreme Expert? No, it's me. :)
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Latest post on 27 March 2014 - 20:46
and how slovenly is that for 10 years lol
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Latest post on 27 March 2014 - 20:30
I did not realize we were rated lol
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Latest post on 27 March 2014 - 13:04
snowflake send me a picture(s) of the cat and I will put it on Bin Kitty etc for you :)....susanburch50@gmail.com you could pop her over to your vet for a chip check :) <em>edited by SueB on 27/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 26 March 2014 - 17:31
this give you info :) http://www.medicinenet.com/tretinoin/article.htm
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Latest post on 26 March 2014 - 12:38
ask him for the password for his phone. If he tells you it is none of your business, ask him why? you are his wife, what if you need to use his phone because yours is dead...hello...my husband has mine, I have his. Do not call the ex colleague, she will inform your husband and he will want to know why! First of all, you will not die if he is cheating because you have 2 kids that you have to keep yourself together for....make a leaving plan and make sure you have your children s passports and yours. Right now you do not have time for all the anger and hurt, what you do have time for is preparation. Check bank accounts, credit cards. Meet him at the gym. Get a baby sitter and make plans for the weekend with him. Anyway, you get my drift here. You can drive yourself mental looking for evidence and that will take you away emotionally from your children. Pay attention to what he does, talk to him.
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Latest post on 25 March 2014 - 13:02
you might think this is very odd but...covering your butt. Why not get a nanny cam and place it in the house for a week. It would keep a record of the dog so if the person comes back complaining, this time, you have a record, dates and time.
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Latest post on 24 March 2014 - 17:57
take this possible scenario: you ask him to stay away for awhile, visit the children a lot but not you as in 'family'. You give yourself time to think. Do you have a good job. If not, go back to school while staying the marriage so you can get a good job to support you and the children later. Do you have any kind of family support on your side? If not, find someone who will support you emotionally without dumping on your husband but just listening. Do you have money of your own or FU money we say lol. If not, start today by putting money aside for you and the children in case you do leave. It is money never to be touched for any reason other than leaving. And in the event 20 yrs from now you are still together, think of all the money you will have lol. Can you trust your husband not to do this again? if not...then know he will probably do it again and you must be prepared to walk, take your FU money, get rid of him. Take your time here. Plan. take care of yourself. Inform him it will not happen again and if it does, you are gone. Get a lawyer and find out your rights because sure as shoot, when/if he knows you are going to leave him he could possibly turn into the nastiest man alive..maybe. So, girl, get your ducks in a row, prepare yourself, make yourself strong by not being a doormat...You are woman, hear me roar lol
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Latest post on 24 March 2014 - 12:28
gentle bump just in case.
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Latest post on 24 March 2014 - 12:24
do your wash then send to the laundry for ironing. That way it will be done properly and you dont have to whinge about it not getting done, or done properly. Laundry is cheap. So let not do a poll and say we did.
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Latest post on 23 March 2014 - 13:41
oops, were you referring to my comment óf course it is her fault"blah? if so, I was replying to Dollymadison says the woman who was sleeping with the husband is never to blame EVER :)...Not the wife :) ETA: why posters keep blaming the victim ? her husband cheated her, so it's her fault? you can't force anybody to have sox with you, and it takes 2 to tango in that matter, her husband defence is he was stupid or it was a mistake, or he won't do it again....where is the OPs fault ? please stop the culture of victim blaming. edited by Gorobattie on 23/03/2014
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Latest post on 23 March 2014 - 10:25
Of course she has to shoulder some of the blame if she knows he is with someone!!!! If she knows he is married yes she does. Unless of course you feel it is a free for all and all bets are off lol. And for heavens sakes you do not tell the children he is a cheater....ruin their life and have them hate their father, oh right, now that is great parenting. There are certainly a whole lot of suppositions going on here, there is also probably a lot of information you are not being given so why not pull back and support her, not get into a screaming match,, that certainly is not helpful.
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Latest post on 21 March 2014 - 13:55
I am wondering if the maids who are bringing up the children from 6 or 7 a.m. until 7 or 8 p.m. would say their job is a breeze. I would say their job is a lot harder than office workers as they are being surrogate parents and as we all know, bringing up children is not an easy task taken lightly. Thought I would interject here on the maids behalf :).....2 days off a week or at least 1.5 i believe is fair.
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Latest post on 21 March 2014 - 09:56
yes I did :) did you receive my reply? oh.. I just checked and i had written the reply but i think i forgot to hit send on the new reply lol...sorry, i just sent/resent :) <em>edited by SueB on 21/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 20 March 2014 - 20:55
walk over, rap on the door. Ask to speak to the owners. Explain the situation nicely. It is unacceptable for animals to be barking at all hours. Do not be afraid. what can they do to you? spiteful??????
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Latest post on 20 March 2014 - 18:34
I am prepared to separate these girls if necessary to find them wonderful homes :). The girls came back tonight and Ebony is very upset. Victoria called and called from the cage and my other foster cat Sally came running down to comfort her...bless these babies :(....they need their own loving families who are sure they will fit. They can be seen here, at home and we can exchange info, so, if you are interested, lease let me know :) http://tnydu.biz/D5f37R
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Latest post on 20 March 2014 - 18:23
cheaper in the U.S. probably also UK. Check out the Black Label Samsonite online to get an idea :) you would probably save $100 but do the research to make your decision :)...you can always buy online at a good price, have it shipped to your home country.
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Latest post on 20 March 2014 - 12:13
Hi Mrsabdeen, please drop me a note at susanburch50@gmail.com I would love to hear from you :) They have not been outside since they were 4 weeks old and have been living inside :)
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Latest post on 05 March 2014 - 14:40
Have cards printed. business card size. on the card you will have: 1. you have asked a very personal question. 2. it is our choice not to have any more 3. please do not ask again. 4. I still like you :) or something along those lines. No explaining, give them the card. They will say nothing lol I have the one child and it was a decsion that we both made after the birth of my son 10 years ago. before pregancy, our desire was to always have 2 children or even 3. we both came from big families. however things changed when I had my son. It started with my husband and i eventually started thinking the same way. did his decison influence me ? possibly .. am I happy with this. Yes 100%. Its something that you have to think about long and hard and once you have made that decison, your parenting style will change as well. we are happy as a small family. My son has cousins and a good circle of friends, Incidently his best friend is also an only child so I think thats why they are so tight. The most difficult part of this decison is the reaction of the family and people you meet. they cant get their head around why you would like just the one child and having to constantly explain yourself is hard work. people simply dont understand that folk might like just one child. its incredibly personal and its a tough decsion so think about it. people keep saying .. well he is not going to have any neices and nephews and his children wont have first cousins. yes true and things like this do cross my mind. edited by mushypeas on 05/03/2014
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Latest post on 27 February 2014 - 20:10
thanks ladies, just maybe they will find their family here...they have been waiting for a very long time ;)
 
 
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