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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 18:29
Now it seems to work fine - no idea what happened this morning!
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 18:19
I have a good friend that works at a different hospital and he had nothing good to say about this one... That they pay their doctors very poorly and do not attract talented staff. No first hand experience, but good to know...
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 18:13
We used Dr. lohse at American dental clinic. Not the greatest bedside manner, but follows the same sure smile technology that our orthodontist in Virginia used, so it works for us! And yes, it was quite a bit more than what we were paying in VA :-)
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 11:51
I'd like to know as well, and will they sharpen scissors too?
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 11:45
What about an eletric pencil sharpener? Any idea where to get this? TIA... Captain America, I love Dragon Mart... even if you don't get anything it's worth going and checking it out. Last time I was there I saw all sorts of items with odd labels (virginity soap, defecation tea, etc) that I am planning on getting for funny gifts for my friends when we go back next month!
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 09:57
Report him. Frankly, if my DH drove like that, I might report him myself ;-) ha ha.
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 09:56
I haven't been to Park and Shop yet - does it have things that the other stores don't? Do I need to go check it out?
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 09:44
One of my favorite online stores. They have some very cute dresses right now, I just placed an order yesterday. Also their swimsuits are excellent. I don't know about the shipping though - do they ship here? I had it sent to an address in the US.
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 13:57
Taxis are easily available from malls and hotels, no problem there. Calling them from your house on a Thursday night... that's another story... Good luck on your trip!
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 13:16
do you have timeline? the new layout? if so, one of the boxes near the top will say friends. click on that. then, hover over the person's name and you will see the "friends" box, hover over that, and unfriend them...
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 12:59
Go to their name in your news feed, hover over their name, and you will see their box appear with "friend" on the bottom - move your mouse over that and click "unfriend". Or you can do it from your friend list too.
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 11:31
About the hacking... I wonder what that is about - is it something with having a UAE card? I've had American credit cards for 25 years and never been hacked. Always a good idea to have more than one card though!
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 10:28
We got our live in maid from Explorer. I found them easy to work with and have had no problems. Happy with my maid too. I know 3 other people who have used them as well that are happy. I don't have any experience with Howdra though, as a comparison. I talked to Megan and her number is 04-358-7622. Good luck! I went in and interviewed 4 girls (ha ha interview - they replied "yes madam" to every single question) and then I just picked one. I came back and picked her up a couple of days later because I didn't have any furniture in the maids room, but she was available to take with me on the spot. <em>edited by Suzieq123 on 06/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 18:04
I just went to Hayya today. They said that in about 3 months they will have a combined membership, but right now you only have access to the 3 Hayya clubs right here and then something down by Burj Khalifa (I couldn't understand what he was saying).
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 18:02
Definitely credit cards. It is a pain to cash travellers checks, and everywhere takes credit, not like here.
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Latest post on 04 May 2012 - 13:45
Mine are at ASD but I'd love to meet up for coffee? my email is t e r m a a t. s u z a n n e at gmail
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Latest post on 04 May 2012 - 13:36
The prep is awful, but if you gotta do it, you gotta do it. I went in for one and thought it would be routine but they removed a large polyp and I am now "higher risk" for colon cancer and have to go back every 2 years. I cried at the thought of doing the prep again :-) Better a bad couple of days than to deal with colon cancer.
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Latest post on 04 May 2012 - 08:32
"however ppl are just making me afraid of US curriculum saying that it is not good There are more British than Americans here. That's why you hear this. The American school my kids go to is great, I am confident they are getting a great education and will have no issues getting into a top university when time.
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Latest post on 03 May 2012 - 09:28
Longhorn, we were in the same situation - 2 new TVs. The movers basically crated them. But if you have the original packaging they prefer that. Make sure you check the wattage? voltage? and get a transformer that handles that load and more. And from what I've heard there are power surges here during the summer so a good surge suppressor as well. And you can get the converter in the US before you leave. Everything will be easier there than tracking it down here.
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 19:48
American School of Dubai (ASD) has lots of indoor sports programs and facilites for kids and adults alike - I am sure other schools do too!
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 19:36
safestway is next to mazaya center on szr. i love their selection. they don't always have vanilla but i know they do today!
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 16:18
I am in Meadows and have a copy of you want to borrow. It's a quick read!
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 16:17
I just bought some today at SafestWay - they had vanilla and chocolate. Once or twice I've seen lemon flavored at Spinney's.
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 22:57
We brought all of our small kitchen appliances with us, and just have a transformer in the kitchen. Also you'll want to google the unlock code for your DVD player as they are different here too. Definitely download Skype and arrange for any special Internet access you may need. We just got here 2 months ago and I have learned a lot!
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 22:54
We used explorer, they have been great. There were others listed in the maid forum too.
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Latest post on 01 May 2012 - 16:42
We brought our TV, bought a transformer and an HDMI converter, and it works perfectly :-) Not sure how much they cost here as I didn't look at all. Good luck with the move!
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 14:59
Thank you all so much! I am off to surf the web now that I know what I am looking for :-)
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Latest post on 28 April 2012 - 13:49
Any revews of the club? Is it worth it to join? DH golfs, I want a good gym, teens can hang at the pool?
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Latest post on 27 April 2012 - 16:00
I figured Satwa would be cheapest, but I went for easy and headed to daiso! They had tons, thanks for the help!
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Latest post on 27 April 2012 - 12:31
I need to buy 30 bandannas for a school project... any idea where I can find them? Preferably a mix of yellow, orange, and red, but I'm pretty flexible. I could buy fabric and cut it up, just not sure where to go? I live in Meadows, someone suggested the party store at beach center in jumeirah. Any other ideas? Thank you!
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 08:51
Yum! Wish I had one :-)
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Latest post on 24 April 2012 - 08:45
We had plenty of space so I brought all of mine and then bought a transformer. They still seems to get very hot while using them, but they all work. I don't know if it will eventually shorten the life span though - that's what I've heard. But it's been very convenient to have my familiar small appliances. Good luck!
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Latest post on 22 April 2012 - 11:01
Thank you, is that the same thing as Home Centre or a different store?
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Latest post on 19 April 2012 - 22:02
My 14 year old daughter has a ton of babysitting experience from the US. We live in the Meadows.
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Latest post on 06 April 2012 - 07:50
My DD hurt her foot and I think needs an X-ray just to be safe. We live in the Meadows and do not have a dr here yet. Any recommendation on where I can take her - either today or tomorrow - that is 'convenient'? It is a bit swollen and tender but not a real emergency. Thank you!
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 11:58
I am new to Dubai and hired a maid 2 weeks ago. It is working out really well, but I think she is bored. She is a very hard worker and is done with the daily chores, laundry, etc. by early afternoon. I like to cook and do that myself while helping the kids with their homework. What are the "extra" things you have your maids do? I think she really likes to keep busy. Any tips are much appreciated.
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 22:25
I tried the nail stuff, DD didn't care. After months of different Ideas, I used duct tape and it worked! She didn't like the way her thumb tasted and felt in her mouth with tape on it.
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 08:06
I would be very interested too... I'm at the same stage as embo;) <em>edited by Suzieq123 on 24/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 08:04
I saw it yesterday, it is still in that same spot.
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 08:00
Just look in shops on Satwa road? I'm not familiar with the area but am willing to go and explore! Thanks for any guidance. I will need thick wire, clay, beads, etc. <em>edited by Suzieq123 on 24/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 07:58
We live in meadows because of work/school nearby and love it. All appliances were already here. Lots of dogs in the neighborhood too!
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Latest post on 23 March 2012 - 17:20
Where/What is craftland? my DD just told me she needs to make a model of DNA and needs all sorts of supplies and I have no idea where to go, thanks!
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Latest post on 23 March 2012 - 17:17
i have some in Meadows 1... email me at t e r m a a t . s u z a n n e at g m a i l if you'd like them
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Latest post on 17 March 2012 - 19:11
I just went today with a friend from America. We had afternoon tea at the Sahn Eddar in the lobby and spent some time looking around as well. It was AED 380 per person with a glass of bubbly and you had to reserve with credit card and show confirmation to get it. There were 8 courses - berries with ice cream, tea sandwiches (7 per person), roast beef (2 slices), lemon sorbet with cucumber jelly, scones (2 per person), petit fours (I was stuffed by this time and only had 1 though I was offered more), and then little chocolates. My friend and I thought it was worth the price and enjoyed it!
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Latest post on 17 March 2012 - 11:38
Good luck maryam_kk - our first maid ever starts tomorrow so I will be keeping my fingers crossed. And thanks to everyone on here with such great advice.
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Latest post on 17 March 2012 - 11:34
I hired a maid 2 days ago who starts tomorrow, through Explorer agency. They had quite a few available for immediate jobs. The one I hired had quite a bit of nanny experience too. I talked to Megan there, and her phone number is 04-358-7622. Good luck!
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 09:20
Her room is inside, but I was thinking small fridge since ours is not too big either. And you are right, I can get more :-)
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 07:58
I am getting first maid this week. I have bed, dresser, small tv. I will get bed linens, toiletries, towels. What else do I need? Should I get her dishes/cookware? She does not have her own kitchen and it is quite a small room. What about small refrigerator? Any advice is appreciated, thanks.
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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 13:33
I contacted Al Ahilya yesterday and they sent me some CVs to look at. Al Shamsi said to look at the maids on their websites.
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 11:24
maryam_kk I was just about to ask this same question! Anyone want to hire mine for me? :-) I have no idea what to ask so I also appreciate any advice.
 
 
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