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Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 09:27
Get someone from the SA Consulate to call them in Pretoria. They can and should help you. They are always hiding in the back offices, so demand to see/speak to them instead of being fobbed off by the (non SA) clerks at the front counters...arrghh..
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Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 09:24
It's actually allot simpler than I thought. I like jado pado. Bought my ipad from them and have had good after sales service so I decided to buy the my iphone 5 from them last week as well. I like that their products comes with facetime, my main reason for not wanting to get it from etisalat. I went to the etisalat kiosk in MOE over the weekend and they gave me a nano sim and cancelled my old one. I didnt need any documents, they just asked for my emirates ID card and the guy made a copy of it. It took less than an hour to activate. After it was activated I went back to the kiosk and he activated the data package I chose. I took the 1GB package for AED99 per month. DH recommended that as he said its more than enough if you use wifi most of the time and keep your cellular option off. Within 10 mins I got 2 text messages from etisalat confirming my data package was activated. So happy with the phone (and I am a 1st time user, have always been a BB addict) and the setup was done in less than 1 hour total.
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 20:46
Just braised onions, leeks and celery with beef cubes in a pan. When done, I put it into the SC with cut up butternut, pumpkin, carrots and one large sweet potato. The butternut and pumpkin was more than the other vegetables. Mixed 2 beef cubes in water with a packet of maggi soup mix and added salt and pepper. When it was done, I removed the beef, blended the soup in the blender and then dished the beef back into the blended soup. Yum, thick and creamy and seems to be the only way lately that I can get the kids to eat veggies, each one had 3 servings ;)
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 20:02
A bit off topic but I made the most amazing pumpkin and butternut soup in my slow cooker today. Absolutely yum and zero effort, really love my SC!
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 19:14
My 2nd one was an elective c-sec due to my 1st being an emergency c-sec and the dr knew the history etc. I was very fortunate to have the same dr. Dr Ulrich at Welcare. He was absolutely brilliant both times and I have almost no c-sec scar to show for it. I would recommend him as you will be in great hands for sure.
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 17:57
I used to like hollywood tans in beach centre, jumeirah. Havent been in ages though, hope they still there!
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Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 09:36
Where exactly is the petting zoo RT? Thanks...
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 15:00
Very helpful. Will go online now to browse those two....Thanks HCTS and Louis!
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 14:16
I think i just decided what to get my mom for christmas. You ladies are truly the best :) I do see there are quite a few different ones on Amazon though. Can you please recommend the name/model of the one everyone is describing below/you are happy with? Thanks!!
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 16:17
I would try to do as little as possible, especially if I have to return to work after the 3 months. Sleeping, reading, chilling by the pool, beach and in coffee shops, movies and I will also try to go on beach vacations. Bliss! :)
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 11:11
I dont rate it. Like previous posters have said, the stalls are far and few between and there is no real entertainment. I went 2 years ago and stayed for a while, last year tried it again and stayed for 10 mins. Wont bother this year. Shame really as they can do so much more with that space, it's a great venue.
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 11:07
Tue, it was a real SHOW. Loved the costume changes, back drops, dancers etc. Wow, their and her body.....amazing....I am back to exercising today ;)
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 11:00
So what did you ladies think of the concert? I thought it was Wow. She's great LIVE and definitely a real Entertainer.
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 12:07
Hat's a good idea! Well mine's frizzy anyway, so guess it cannot get worse :) Whatever you do, dont wear your cute shoes, they may damage. From memory, I think its grass. It's not far to walk from the different parking areas. I think I'll take that advice. Too warm for UGGs, guess it will be the eternal flip flops :) Yeah, I will pass on the UGGs too but will wear my comfy leather boots, cooler but with enough protection (in case someone decides to step on toes, ouch). May rain too...I remember being soaked at the Coldplay concert a few years ago, not nice! I only ever went to probably 3 concerts in all my time in Dubai and when I go it rains, go figure ;) That was teh best concert ever when it rained at Coldplay!! Soaken through hahaha! I was in shorts and t-shirts Not a fan so didnt appreciate the soaking, just there to support DH who is a die hard fan of coldplay! Well, at least it's my turn tonight. I know DH would rather poke needles in his eyes than see Jlo but I'm looking forward to it! :)
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 11:24
Hat's a good idea! Well mine's frizzy anyway, so guess it cannot get worse :) Whatever you do, dont wear your cute shoes, they may damage. From memory, I think its grass. It's not far to walk from the different parking areas. I think I'll take that advice. Too warm for UGGs, guess it will be the eternal flip flops :) Yeah, I will pass on the UGGs too but will wear my comfy leather boots, cooler but with enough protection (in case someone decides to step on toes, ouch). May rain too...I remember being soaked at the Coldplay concert a few years ago, not nice! I only ever went to probably 3 concerts in all my time in Dubai and when I go it rains, go figure ;)
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 11:10
Glad you asked, I was also wondering! And are we going to get rained on? Packamac and wellies lol x Here, here! Going for "cool" comfort as well...
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 11:09
Hat's a good idea! Well mine's frizzy anyway, so guess it cannot get worse :) Whatever you do, dont wear your cute shoes, they may damage. From memory, I think its grass. It's not far to walk from the different parking areas.
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 10:23
I would like to get a special tutu made for my 2 year old DD. Some months back there was someone advertising custom made tutus on dubizzle, however, they are not answering my emails. Can anyone recommend a 'tutu tailor'? TIA I bought one off Etsy for 200dhs for DD's birthday. It is adorable and sooo big and fluffy. I could never make one that just looks so fabulous, she used loads of tulle in different shades of pink and adorned it with crystals too! DD loves it.
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 10:21
Have you checked home centre? They have adorable small ones. I saw ones in different colors. Maybe they have pink too.
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 10:19
Have you tried the party shop in garhoud (opp Welcare hospital)? Thats my favorite and I always revert back to it. I recently ordered lots of things from abroad and got it via shop & ship and was pleased as punch as it was very "different" and I didnt even think to go to the party shop as I assumed you would not get it in Dubai shops. Well popped in there for one additional thing I needed, and all the same things were there for the same prices I paid online! I of course paid additional shipping charges too. My point is, they do get new stock in all the time and quite nice, different things too so although they will almost for sure have the normal CARS (lightning mcqueen etc), they may have your checkered design too.
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 10:13
Aw bless! Happy thanksgiving Beebers and everyone else celebrating! :)
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 10:11
Thanks kelly, jeans and t-shirt it is! ;) Enjoy the concert!!
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 10:10
This has happened to me more times than I care to remember. I book it now with the thought that it probably wont arrive and if it does its a bonus. Really sucks if you dont have other options as I'm a working mum too. Unfortunately common sense is not so common :(
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 10:07
Yes, I believe the JAPS one is good. Heading there tomorrow morning as well.
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 18:23
I would suggest you work out what your cost of living would be based on your personal preferences and families needs and then deduct that from what your monthly take home salary will be. You may be surprised. Dubai is expensive. My and DH's combined salary is more than that and we do save but some months we are not able to at all. There's always something. Dubai is expensive. I love it, but it's expensive.
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 18:18
What was that someone said about the Springs earlier? ;)
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 14:11
I caught our first maid washing the mop in the kitchen sink :\: I nearly died!
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 13:40
That's a thought, thanks. Worth looking into considering I dont have many options ;)
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 13:37
Thanks Meow. I have seen really nice ones but it's the personalisation that I am after. How hard can this be hey? Pretty hard it seems! Been on a trillion sites :(
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 13:27
BUMP, anyone please??
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 13:17
In all honesty, I heard this once and it's so true, it never gets easier but it does get better. There is always something...you just stop with one thing and the next thing is there HOWEVER if you want an actual line in the sand, I would say from approx 2 years old but then you have the terrible 2 stage kick in ;) I'm no help, am I? Sorry, it will get better, try not to stress too much and I know it sounds impossible but try and rest at every opportunity you can find. You will be amazed how much better things appear and your increased ability to handle it all when you are not sleep deprived. Hugs.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 13:13
As I have mentioned hubby has changed job in the last few months and we have just found out I am pregnant but that our policy doesn't cover it. Has anyone else been through this and can advise what our options are? Private packages, government hospitals etc. Thanks any help would be greatly appreciated :-) Read the fine print. Ours did not cover maternity either HOWEVER it covered it in the case of emergency. So I purchased a package for my visits and we saved for the actual birth. Well, it ended with me needing an emergency C-sec and by the time I made it back to my room after the surgery I was informed they already sent request for approvals (my doc was on the ball) and that the entire thing was covered! I saved 25,000AED.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 12:54
yes they do. Ok, good to know. Thanks so much for the directions! Looking forward to it :)
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 12:52
Drive down SZR until you get to the junction for Dubai Mall. At that junction stay in the left lane marked for Jumeirah. The road will take you over and down past French Bakery on your right. Drive straight through the first set of lights. At the second set, take the slip road right. Drive straight for about 5 minutes through all the lights until you come in to Satwa, you'll pass the bus station on your left. After the bus station and the first block of shops you'll see an entrance to a car park on your left, you can park in there to be central. You'll now see most of the shops selling UAE things, absolutely anything and everything! There is a nice atmosphere down there at the moment as all the shops literally have UAE things spilling out of them. Enjoy! ;) Perfect, thanks! One last Q...do you know if the shops close between 1-4pm like some areas?
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 12:46
I was very impressed with the ACE selection. DH said C4 in MOE has a great section as well, haven't seen it yet, but assume that will be good value too.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 12:44
SS, which direction will you be driving in from? I will be coming from Jebel Ali's side...Thanks!
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 12:41
p.s. a few years ago I got a great t-shirt from Dragon Mart. It was made of the green, red and black fabric so looked like a flag instead of having a flag print on it. Too lazy to trek all the way though...
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 12:39
Satwa has tons of everything already done & very good prices BH, can you please tell me where exactly you would park and which street to go down? Sorry, only ever drove past Satwa but never been shopping in the actual streets if you know what I mean. You make it sound so appealing I want to give it a go as I need to get things for DS and DD as well. TIA!!!
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Latest post on 19 November 2012 - 13:14
Anyone can recommend a laser hair removal place where bikini is not painful:)? Mine was not painful but I did apply loads of emla cream beforehand. I went to K-Medi spa. It was a good experience (well as good as something like that can be!) ;)
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Latest post on 12 November 2012 - 16:32
The basic salary can be decreased IF there is consent by the employee. As you say you did not sign anything, they will have to pay gratuity on the "original" basic salary amount. Some of these lawyers are quite unhelpful. We use Al Tamimi (at work) and although they are not cheap, they are always helpful and knowledgeable (in case you want to try checking with a lawyer again).
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Latest post on 12 November 2012 - 16:28
Big NO NO in this part of the world...
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Latest post on 12 November 2012 - 16:27
I haven't bought bottles in a while but have you tried the obvious ones like Mothercare and Babyshop as they both stock Avent products? Premaman in Dubai Mall is a god option too. I found Dr Brown bottles there that I could not find anywhere else.
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Latest post on 12 November 2012 - 16:18
Sabina Christensen who has now moved to Lifeworks. Absolutely brilliant lady.
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 11:40
I have these little blighters too... And they are not leaving. Sugarsweet Can you guarentee 100 percent national do actually get rid of them.... I have used them in the past and only sprayed outside as their chemicals are so harsh with the strongest smell that lingers for days I hate to think what it would be like in the villa with dogs and small children. Is the smell awful? edited by JShepherd on 08/11/2012 I have never not had a good result with them and ours does not smell...maybe depends on the type of spray they are using? It will vary depending on the type of bugs you want to get rid of. I have little ones too and we have never had a problem. The last time they even said I didnt have to clear out my kitchen cupboards but I always do. They usually spray inside and outside as well as in the drains. I cannot fault them as the ants have always disappeared immediately. I also try to get them in whenever we move into a new place so there's time to air out before we physically move in and its easier as the villa is empty.
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 11:35
I also use tip top, they are very good. The've charged me approx 300 per room with my own paint.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 14:17
If it makes you feel better, I have been one 1 week too and lost 600g! I did have a biscuit just now with my tea - my 1 indiscretion for the week. I feel ok though, not too let down as I feel like I have lost more because of the way I feel in my clothes. Am going to keep at it. Good luck with persevering!
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 14:15
Only ever used National Pest Control and they always got rid of them. Inside and outside. I *HATE* them in the kitchen, especially the small red ones! You need to describe them when booking the service and they will send the correct chemical to kill that specific type.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 13:57
Also, try Max, Shoe Express and Splash. Forever 21 almost always has the type of jewellery you are looking for.
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Latest post on 08 November 2012 - 13:47
Babyshop has them too. I bought ones previously and it was very cheap on sale. Doesn't look as pretty as the one on the link but does the same thing. Came in a blue, green and white box.
 
 
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