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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 17:07
QL you have to reveal yourself (not all of you lol) :D Did you see him when he played at Edinburgh Castle?
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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 16:57
There must be a mystery entrance! It's one of those Dubai Enigmas. You can see it but you can't get to it.
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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 16:55
I think a month for every year is nice, she's been with you a while, has she not? (Though she's broken a few irons in her time, no?) :D QL, is the end nigh :(
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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 16:46
Thanks GE :) I can never see how to get in to that car park (the sandy one by Shatha tower, right?) - how do you get into it?
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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 16:46
ohhhh the other side of SZR? no, that's too far! :-P
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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 16:40
Where to park?! I think the multi storey car park is quite a walk away? Thanks
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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 07:47
I haven't seen any since Christmas but it would be worth trying the Park & Shops.
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Latest post on 17 April 2014 - 06:15
I think there are also some other reasons EW has changed in the 10+ years it has been running. In those days, there wasn't really anywhere else to ask things. (Does anyone remember the lady that used to have a column in 7 Days where you could ask her to find things and she would write back where to get it.) Nowadays, people are generally not here for only 2 years like they were then. People stay here for longer. There's not such a high turnover of people needing information, and those that do need information would often google it, finding the information on EW or somewhere else. Or they would ask someone they have met, who has been here for longer so knows more than someone who just moved in last week. Most information is already 'out there' and is waiting to be found, rather than unknown. We still have newbies to Dubai, but their requirements in terms of information they need have been met (Look at all the info EW has gathered over the years and made part of their site). Added to that, personalities on the board can change the rhythm and tone of the board, if it is sometimes not a very nice place to be, people will stay away. I believe that is what has happened to EW over the last couple of years and it has generally become quieter.
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Latest post on 16 April 2014 - 16:50
Hi Trish Ahlan wa Sahlan to Dubai. :) Silicon Oasis would be roughly halfway, though the drive from MotorCity would be alright to Deira as you would always be going against the traffic. His biggest problem will be traffic in Deira - depending on where his office will be? He may end up spending more time navigating through Deira than getting from Motor City. :D Deira is well connected by Metro, so you may want to consider somewhere on the Metro line. He should also find out now if his office has parking.
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Latest post on 16 April 2014 - 16:38
I never turned mine off, does not anyone else do this? Just bumped up the thermostat to a higher temp during the cooler months. DH would happily live in a fridge so our bedroom one is on all year too. :( I'd be happy all winter with the door open.
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Latest post on 16 April 2014 - 16:21
I knew I should not have gone to sort out the laundry!!!
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Latest post on 16 April 2014 - 16:17
What was the mistake??!
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Latest post on 16 April 2014 - 15:33
LC which animals do you have? And how big are they?
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Latest post on 16 April 2014 - 14:45
I'm re-reading the posts and don't see where anyone was being harsh, but if my post was short I'm sorry, think I was making packed lunches at the time :D and it may have been too much to the point! But you are a long time EW'er, you should have the hide of a rhino by now!!! :-P
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 21:19
Something very odd about this, the company cashed the cheque and handed over the entire sum of cash to the agent? Hmmm. If you go to Bur Dubai police station ask to see the Duty Officer in charge and say you'd like to open a police case. Though they only cover from Sana junction to MOE so if it's not within that area then you'd have to see which police station covers you. Take as much paper/written evidence as you have.
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 21:16
Hi Deeva Contact the Well Woman clinic on 2nd December Street, their Gynaes are great and they have one of the top UAE Breast Surgeons there too (Dr Houriya Khazim) so should you need further analysis then it's the best place to be. Don't worry, you'll be fine!
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 21:14
It is not the Ravis that you are (probably) thinking of. It is one which is in Bur Dubai between Al Musalla Tower and the post office.
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 18:54
Curiouser and curiouser!
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 18:21
*opening Nachos*
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 18:03
I also had a quick look at Bur Dubai, which seems to be cheaper than most other central areas. But I got the impression that its quite crazy and loud in the streets, a more "oriental / asian style" living area, and much less western. Is that correct? Bur Dubai is a very fun place to live (I've done it 4 times) - but it is definitely noisier than other parts of Dubai. There are some very nice apartment buildings in Bur Dubai and it is well connected in terms of transport. Close for DIFC too. You will also be spoiled for choice for food deliveries. :D
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 18:01
Also look at Silicon Oasis, which is only a 15-20 minute drive from DIFC and you'll find much more within your budget. Some of the apartments have lovely desert views yet you are very close to lots of amenities.
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 17:23
Hmm - an office building I know which is highly secure takes any ID/Driving License cards, swaps them for an access pass and then returns the ID when the access pass is returned - I guess it is similar. They are definitely allowed to do this in this building.
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 17:18
I'd like to transform the kitchen into a cottage-y type kitchen with nice cupboard doors. How does the price compare between a private company and getting just the doors from Ikea with nice handles :) Also, if you get the doors from Ikea, what do you do about the sides that show as those are built in to the units - how do change them/get them to match? Thanks!
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 16:50
You might get one in Daiso, they had top-hat type things for AED 14 a while ago I think leftover from NYE
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 16:47
I am. About 5 years I think, it's testament to my utter boringness. But you are so [i'>wise[/i'>! I always nod my head furiously when reading your posts. :D <em>edited by Tattie Bogle on 15/04/2014</em>
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Latest post on 15 April 2014 - 16:41
For these kids who get chesty, some of the older Eastern traditions seem to work, I was sceptical at first but have seen first hand! First of all, it's too cold at the moment for them to swim. Secondly, keep their chests warm all the time, in the winter this means vests. no cold water/drinks. When they are actually suffering from coughing fits, have them sleep as upright as possible, this meant for us that I would sleep sitting up with LO sleeping on my chest (this keeps them warm and also keeps them upright). Broths made from bones really help, lots of meat/bone stews. Get well soon x
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 21:38
LC you are your old usual self tonight :D
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 21:37
Challenge&gt;you have 30 seconds to name as many old user names as you can. GO!
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 21:35
We should have one post where everyone lists their old names. *this may take some time*
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 21:25
who was that then?
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 21:19
Cullings. There were cullings.
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 21:00
Who gave you 3 stars??? :rolleyes:
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 20:49
Gone are the days of scandal and entertainment... It started when the maids moved into their own forum. And nobody seems to have such scandalous maids anymore where the scandals run on for days/weeks with us all on tenterhooks. It's all a bit dull really.
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 20:09
Why on earth is anyone taking all this seriously? It's cyberspace,not real life! To quote LadyBee *Clutches pearls*
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 16:55
Spongie is here (under cover) but is shortly leaving us for pastures new :(. We need to write her a leaving ode. But my heid is minced and i can't. :(
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 16:35
Haven't been in the UK for a loooong time but it's very reasonable and there's a sale on now too. :)
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 16:21
Since I saw the "person letting their dog poo in Di@Dxb's garden" being thumbed up I've lost all interest in thumbs. The whole thing is ridiculous!
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Latest post on 14 April 2014 - 16:20
There's now an F&F in Oasis Centre. :) :) :)
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 18:44
How ridiculous!
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 18:42
Sorry about your DH, LT. :(
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 18:25
People who let their dogs poop in your front garden? ie deliberately while they are walking them on a leash Sorry for interrupting thread but really?? Who has thumbed up this post?! LOL. This system is flawed!
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 18:20
I would say this is not uncommon if the person originates from the East as remembering the day someone dies seems to be quite common. Along with not attending parties/wearing black for a much longer period of time than maybe someone from the West would, after a death.
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 16:47
Creek Park has camels and ponies. They also have the cable car and the family or two seater bikes for hire to ride around the park, it's absolutely beautiful with a great view of the city/creek. Highly recommended :)
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 16:42
You can also metro right down to the Bur Dubai side - the station beside the creek/souk is Al Ghubaiba. :)
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 16:38
I just LOVE this. Bravo Dubai. When this development was planned it didn't seem like a good idea but it looks great down there now. Really nice with the restaurants overlooking the sea. LOVE the open air cinema.
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Latest post on 13 April 2014 - 16:35
Forgive me if I've missed something. Have we found out how you get stars yet? I know it's thumb related but is it up or down that leads to more stars? It's all a bit odd really.
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 15:12
I really thought that your name was Amy, that you were Australian, and that you were born in 1982... Me too! AmyAus - you've turned our worlds upside down!
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 15:05
How many times a day do you roll your eyes to yourself. LOL
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 14:53
GE, does this sound like the same person:- - can you get me the timetable of shuttle buses at Heathrow airport - they are every 3 minutes - yes, I need the time table *snort/guffaw/pick me up off the floor*
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 14:50
Mine expected me to get out of bed and either get on line to sort him another train or ring them and arrange it. Errrr you're actually in the station now, just go and ask. mwwwaaaahahahah I really think you work for someone I used to work for (note, I said used to) - it sounds SOOO familiar. LOOOL!
 
 
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