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Latest post on 05 March 2014 - 15:24
We had one perfect little girl, then moved countries twice so put things on hold for a couple of years. Then I got pregnant again but had a miscarriage and then couldn't get pregnant... She's now 5.5 and after much heartache when each month came round and I wasn't pregnant we sat down and talked and decided that actually, why were we trying? Our little "triangle" is perfect, our DD is happy, healthy and very independant and although she would love a baby, I think now, at her age, she would like it off and on but not when it interfered if you know what I mean and it would be a few years before they could play together properly and who knows if they will even get on!! Our story is similar to yours CM in that we never wanted ours to be a triangle - but sometimes life doesn't go according to plan! I particularly get frosty when someone says "do you [i'>just[/i'> have the one?" or "do you [i'>only[/i'> have one?" - I know there's not really any other way to ask but it kind of makes you feel like you've failed somehow! Or the constant relative questions - no news yet? when will you have another? Our little triangle works well, it's the way life panned out for us and the only thing that worries me is the future - when DH and I are not around any more. :(
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Latest post on 04 March 2014 - 17:50
Yes but if employer wanted to make life difficult he could say he had absconded etc. Very doubtful he has done that though. Probably stories ;)
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Latest post on 04 March 2014 - 17:45
Immigration is closed. :)
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Latest post on 04 March 2014 - 17:43
The employer can cancel his visa, they could have forged his signature, reported him as absconding, etc. But it is likely not to have happened and the person should go back to MOL and ask for advice.
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Latest post on 04 March 2014 - 17:29
We need more detail. Are you talking about an individual sponsor and their maid etc, or a company? What are the circumstances? Has the person not turned up for work, etc.
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Latest post on 04 March 2014 - 16:03
I am so bad at pancakes. [URL=http://www.sherv.net/'>[IMG'>http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/cook/flipping-food.gif[/IMG'>[/URL'> Why is pancake flipping emoticon not working <em>edited by Tattie Bogle on 04/03/2014</em>
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Latest post on 03 March 2014 - 20:03
Thank you xx And can you watch historic episodes?
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Latest post on 03 March 2014 - 19:57
Alismum do you get up to date Corrie on your thing? I was watching the youtube uploads but they stopped in November and I want to say bye to Hayley! *sob*
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Latest post on 03 March 2014 - 19:26
I'm not sure. It seems unthinkable that someone who has overcome so many challenges and been such a hero would do something like that, but there seems to be a lot of evidence against him.
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Latest post on 03 March 2014 - 17:37
i would have kept my cricket jumper from 1987 if I'd known they'd be back in!!! :D
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Latest post on 03 March 2014 - 17:30
aaaaaaaaaaaaaargh! someone hide my CC ;)
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Latest post on 03 March 2014 - 16:56
If you post where you are coming from it would be good to give you directions. It's very close to Burjuman. If Burjuman is on your left, take a right at the lights, you'll see it on your left at the next lights, take a left there, then left again, left again, and left again in to the car park. :)
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Latest post on 03 March 2014 - 16:53
Choithrams at Safa usually has a good Quorn selection. Though not for long after giving it the EW kiss of death. :D
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Latest post on 03 March 2014 - 15:44
no, she has 'bought' her visa and although she may have current, valid and correct paperwork under a sponsor, it is not you so therefore illegal for her to work in your home. She will try and convince you otherwise! ;)
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Latest post on 03 March 2014 - 15:42
If any good has come out of this thread, it is that there are some true angels in the world. Well done Mara12345
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Latest post on 01 March 2014 - 17:07
Mabrook Anon and Mr Anon!!!
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Latest post on 01 March 2014 - 14:29
i don't eat steak but the view/ambiance at Asado is amazing. It has a price tag to match though!
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Latest post on 01 March 2014 - 13:32
Have we heard from Anon since she went for her hospital appointment? Anon, hope you are ok?
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Latest post on 28 February 2014 - 09:47
Check on Dubizzle - I've seen it on there often.
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Latest post on 28 February 2014 - 09:45
Supernoodle what size are the samsun ants? are they those huge ones? my DS has an ant allergy and we carry an epipen but i always thought it was the tinier ants that were more potent?
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Latest post on 28 February 2014 - 09:43
It is legal. Agree with basil on every point, except labour card fees are closer to 2000, but may be depending on case. Anyways, that's paid by the company. My labour card costs less than AED 300. OP, networking is your best option, tell everyone and anyone that you are looking for a part time job. Remember that most jobs are for all year round, so if you are planning on escaping for 2 months over the summer your best option would be an educational institution. EW often has part time jobs on the jobs section. Good luck!
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Latest post on 27 February 2014 - 17:18
Good luck SD! & SDDS!
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Latest post on 27 February 2014 - 17:11
Underground??! :\:
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Latest post on 27 February 2014 - 16:39
Not getting out of pyjamas tomorrow. :-P Laundry and other such fun chores but at least will be hoooome, yipeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 17:29
hmm maybe monitor to see if you have a nest somewhere. We had a LOT in our garden last year. I did post asking questions about nests but can't remember what any of the answers were. :-P
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 17:25
getting out of a compound for every little **** will be an issue. And lots of supermarkets deliver! :D
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 17:16
Then considering the weather here, the child will sit indoors most of the months anyway. I wouldn't agree with that Alemania, lots of the children around us are out all year round - the ones that are here over the summer spend all their time in pools and playing outside in late afternoon.
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 15:31
Beach = free Shwarmas = max 10 aed a piece! ETA talking about the beach in front of um suqeim park <em>edited by Tattie Bogle on 26/02/2014</em>
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 15:26
the orange wasps are hornets, they have a very nasty sting, but don't seem to be too aggressive unless provoked.
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Latest post on 26 February 2014 - 15:25
Hi, It may not be that simple. You should give a passport/visa copy to a friend and ask them to check with Immigration that you will have no problems on entering the UAE.
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Latest post on 25 February 2014 - 05:52
Nice ones! Does anyone remember the lady who met her husband on a Dubai metro platform and they were going to include the metro in their wedding day?
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Latest post on 24 February 2014 - 16:51
Never known it to be so cold here. Sometimes I feel chilled to the marrow and have to keep going for hot baths to warm up. Had to buy us all furry slippers!!! *feeling slightly dramatic*
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Latest post on 24 February 2014 - 15:54
Thinking of you Anon! All the very best! x
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Latest post on 24 February 2014 - 15:53
All I'm saying is roll on summer. Squelchy shoes and all. It's been too cold for too long!
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Latest post on 24 February 2014 - 11:42
yay! great, thank you!
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Latest post on 24 February 2014 - 11:10
Burj Al Arab beach for a sunset shwarma picnic and great views!
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Latest post on 24 February 2014 - 11:09
I know this will involve a trip there but just wondering if it is even possible - if someone originally bought the sim years ago with a pp copy (who has now left the country) and you want to make it yours by providing pp details etc, is this ok?
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Latest post on 24 February 2014 - 09:40
Oh dear, that sounds very serious. :(
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Latest post on 24 February 2014 - 08:33
The government hospitals here are very pro-natural birth and will only do a C Section if absolutely necessary.
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Latest post on 22 February 2014 - 14:28
Well done Scot! Very brave of you and that's probably the most difficult thing you'll ever have to do here so you can wear your "I did it" badge proudly! :D
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Latest post on 22 February 2014 - 14:21
so many good artists lined up over the next couple of months! :)
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Latest post on 11 February 2014 - 19:32
Called the Land Dept - the very helpful chap said commercial rent laws are exactly the same!
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Latest post on 11 February 2014 - 19:31
So long as he doesn't spend the entire show moaning about how jetlagged he is, like he did last time. haha, that's right, had forgotten about that! He was SOOOO good though. Exciting!!!
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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 17:20
Is she nice? :D
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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 17:19
thanks - can you also please ask regarding notice to vacate (contract says 30 days - does that stick) and if it should be 90 days notice re rent increase; if the same % increases apply as residential; and if they have to give 1 year notice if selling etc. basically are the terms the same as residential. thanks!! :)
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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 17:14
thats what i mean. it shows a rate for the whole area - offices in our building rent for 60% more. Also, what are the laws on increasing commercial rent? Are they the same as residential?
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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 17:12
From experience also through free zone - for new visas yes, for renewals no.
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 21:12
Ooh interested to hear about the leaving an hour early have a colleague who mentioned this but we can find anything written down to support it It's part of the UAE Labour Law, though it doesn't say leaving an hour early, it just says you work an hour less (practically though most employers would let the employee leave an hour early). http://gulfnews.com/uaessentials/ask-the-law/new-mother-s-rights-at-work-1.33071
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 20:32
[i'>In a few short months. The end is nigh. It's time for L'eponge to say goodbye. :([/i'>
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 20:17
We daren't say. [i'>'Twas a hot Summer's night, in 2013 when she hit 20,000 and was crowned Queen[/i'>
 
 
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