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Latest post on 03 January 2014 - 09:01
Try and have a think about what your bills are actually covering. 4k a month is a LOT. Look at the bill, is it water or electricity bumping it up? Do you have grass? (this is likely to be the biggest cause). Do you actually need grass?! Pave it over. A one time expense but you'll save so much monthly. Do you have a Maid? Is she running ac's/lights in all the rooms when you are out? Do you have a/cs on overnight just now - do you need them, open the windows! Check your water heaters, are they all on? Do you actually need them all on? Maybe instead of all 4 or 5 on, keep 2 on and let everyone have their showers in those bathrooms. I'd also check that you don't have a leak. If you go back and look at BMAP's posts from a couple of years ago you'll find information on how to check that your tank/pipes are not leaking (possibly from damas trees in yours or next door neighbours) - you may find that your water is constantly running to fill up a tank which is leaking.
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Latest post on 02 January 2014 - 14:22
In any supermarket. Usually located near the olive oils etc.
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Latest post on 02 January 2014 - 13:37
Amazing it was, I will always remember The fireworks of the 31st of December What a sight to see Lucky hubby and me Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, then the Palm and the World - Congrats Dubai on the world record A brisk walk to Palace beach gave a perfect view Chilly air was warmed by the tune of bagpipes - it's true! We finished our celebrations today Down the Creek on an Abra, what better way To enjoy our last New Year in Dubai. Tho sad to soon be saying goodbye, Excited to welcome 2014 Happy NY EW ladies, what a pleasure it's been! MK, we'll miss you, and your poems too you'll be fondly missed by those on EW I hope your new adventure brings you much joy with fond memories behind you, three cheers, ahoy! Parting is such sweet sorrow but bon voyage and 'hello tomorrow'. Bye MK.xx Mabrook Dubai on another world record! Happy New Year to Dubai, UAE and all EWers.
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Latest post on 30 December 2013 - 17:37
Also very interested in hearing opinions! Have fun!
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Latest post on 30 December 2013 - 15:08
MsSassy invest in a slow cooker! Chuck things in in the morning and after 4 or 8 hours it's all done. Meanwhile you can be out with baby. Hope things get better soon, glad you are getting some good advice.
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Latest post on 30 December 2013 - 14:50
Random thread hijack but BellaUK it's really nice to see that you are expecting. Best wishes :)
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Latest post on 30 December 2013 - 14:10
How odd JoyceB, I don't think I have ever been on the Metro and not been offered a seat. I usually have to refuse as I like to stand at the front and get the view!! Di@DXB I hope you are ok after your fall. Good excuse for a day off :D
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Latest post on 29 December 2013 - 16:10
AR, I got some original star wars lego sets on Dubizzle, they were already built (hurrah!) but obviously were not boxed. There is definitely a market for them. Put them on and see how you go ;)
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Latest post on 29 December 2013 - 15:45
The Cove Rotana is really nice, it has really tall trees and little pathways and feels like a little village :)
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Latest post on 29 December 2013 - 15:36
Hello BL :) The Children's City party room has indoor and outdoor space :)
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Latest post on 27 December 2013 - 07:58
i'm downloading firefox now. it's all videos not just one. I've gone back to 1979 - have to see what happens, the Rovers has just had a lorry drive into it. :-P Hope you are well. Merry Christmas ;)
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Latest post on 27 December 2013 - 07:49
you could also book a Careem www.careem.com
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Latest post on 27 December 2013 - 07:37
LilyB cakes are the best! https://www.facebook.com/LilyBCakes?fref=ts
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Latest post on 26 December 2013 - 08:32
We had someone from Dragonmart take ours out, it cost AED 300. the language barrier is your biggest problem as generally the people who do these jobs at Dragonmart speak not one word of anything other than their Chinese language.
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Latest post on 23 December 2013 - 17:47
omg! I think it's time to crack open the sherry :-P bacon-gate!! :D
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Latest post on 23 December 2013 - 05:18
a brand new day, before it is light will the rain pour hard with all its might? it's too dark to tell if there are puddles galore and if we are rained in. Like days of yore what will the day bring, does anyone know? possibly Santa will organize snow. :D <em>edited by Tattie Bogle on 23/12/2013</em>
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Latest post on 22 December 2013 - 17:57
i'm shocked to the core to read this recent confession and think SD may need a therapy session though I do agree it's nice to watch from indoors and less chance of slipping on slippery floors but what could be better than a dark gloomy cloud at least once a year, it should be allowed!
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Latest post on 22 December 2013 - 17:40
to talk such a way of our favourite weather is surely means to be banned forever? can't you put on a coat or take out your brolly when the summer is here you will think of this talk as folly
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Latest post on 22 December 2013 - 17:19
It's been piddling down here. Where are you SD? she's "up yonder" where the rain falls a lot and here we sit, waiting for a spot. :(
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Latest post on 22 December 2013 - 14:32
had the windscreen wipers on passing Global Village a short time ago :D
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Latest post on 21 December 2013 - 06:50
ok, not just brollies! it's time for BOOTS as well!! Yipeeeeee exciting!! http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/weather/cold-winds-to-bring-rain-to-uae-on-sunday-or-monday-1.1269170
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Latest post on 21 December 2013 - 06:39
That would be really kind of you, thanks :) I am not sure on different kinds, anything you think would work well in stews etc. Thank you!! :)
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Latest post on 20 December 2013 - 14:00
ooh it might! http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/weather/rain-and-cold-weather-to-hit-parts-of-uae-1.1269098 Brollies on standby people!
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Latest post on 20 December 2013 - 11:31
Thank you both - Irooni it was for khoresht ghaimeh - but the recipe for Advieh that I looked up had rose petals etc in it so I thought would just be easier to buy an Advieh mix already made if that exists?
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Latest post on 20 December 2013 - 11:28
Thank you all, to anyone else looking, I found Quorn bacon rashers this morning in..........the Pork freezer at Spinneys..lol. Should have thought of that!!!
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Latest post on 20 December 2013 - 11:27
no but you could try http://wellpreserveddubai.com/
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Latest post on 20 December 2013 - 11:25
And if we're talking specific to the UAE, I think it's a sign that ladies are no longer happy just being 'ladies of leisure' and with not too many part time job opportunities available, many are setting up their own little businesses (baking/crafts etc) - it's great to see all of these unique businesses springing up instead of chain after chain. :)
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Latest post on 20 December 2013 - 11:23
office share? Two different trade licenses are not allowed to operate from the same office address unless they have separate entrance doors (I.e. not really possible).
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Latest post on 17 December 2013 - 18:24
looads of salons in karama/satwa who would charge around 50 AED. Not glam like Jumeirah though ;)
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Latest post on 17 December 2013 - 17:16
www.6ambabies.com too (Dubai based).
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Latest post on 17 December 2013 - 17:01
ahlan wa sahlan to Dubai kiwi :) Zabeel park is your closest however personally i like creek park better - beautiful views over the creek and nice hills. while you are that end of town you are also only 15mins away from mamzar beach park through the shindaga tunnel which is well worth the drive to. enjoy bur dubai - its a fun area to live in - shout if you have any more q's.
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Latest post on 12 December 2013 - 19:10
*chanting* BRING BACK THE SPONGIE!
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Latest post on 12 December 2013 - 17:27
Hope all's well DR, you are a very much respected and wise EWer!
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 15:25
Hi, there are lots of city-wide ones but also ones which specialise in areas (South side etc) so maybe if you post the area someone will have a specific recommendation
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:59
Daza is very wise.
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:35
Mashreqmillionnaire it is then :D Thanks GE.
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:31
4. TattieBoggle - for bringing poetry to the board. . haha, thank you. Work has begun on the annual Christmas ode. ;) It will be dedicated to those who fell during the 2009 Christmas Eve Culling.
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:29
They said on the phone that I did not need a UK bank account. But their website seems to be set up only for accounts with sort codes. Can't open a UK bank account as I'm not there! What a pickle.
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:25
So. I called UK Premium Bonds and they said no problem being outside the UK, no need for the tax certificate when applying from UAE etc. Except when you are filling the form out online, it asks for a 'sort code'. We don't have sort codes here. Argh. Anyone managed to do this?
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 19:15
Tara, how much did you pay? I got a quote from Cara and think they have added a zero on to the end :0:
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Latest post on 09 December 2013 - 20:06
It is supposed to be particularly beneficial for children that had a difficult birth (mine did!) even if you do the treatment years after their birth as their systems have never sorted themselves out after it sort of thing - and I remember during the session LO fell fast asleep (it's like a gentle massage) and slept through that night. here's a [url=http://www.parentdish.co.uk/baby/cranial-osteopathy-can-it-help-your-child-sleep/'>link[/url'> to just one article <em>edited by Tattie Bogle on 09/12/2013</em>
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Latest post on 09 December 2013 - 19:43
Hi WA, I really feel for you, having a child with sleep issues is very tough on Mum. Anyway - one thing that is worth a try is cranial osteopathy. I don't understand too much about it but it works ;). You will find lots of recommendations on her for Dr Lauren and Dr Russell from the osteopathy centre on Al Wasl Road. Good luck.
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Latest post on 06 December 2013 - 17:59
Thread hijack - TanyaR lovely to read your news and hope you are all doing well PS Long live Westlife ;) TB x
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Latest post on 06 December 2013 - 17:55
HI CB I haven't really had much time to look into it. Added to the fact that I'm not sure he will really come, we don't even generally go out for dinner with him at home as he finds it too much so I am not sure how he will manage a flight etc. But, I think the best place for you to start will be the Iranian Hospital followed by the Dubai Hospital (www.dohms.gov.ae) - they are likely to be the cheapest in Dubai. You could even check further afield like Ajman if the person is really on a budget. To be honest it worries me a bit having someone with this condition coming in with no insurance, if something goes drastically wrong and they are too ill to get home.....it would be a disaster. Hope you get on ok!
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Latest post on 04 December 2013 - 20:09
great! (don't like their stuff :D )
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Latest post on 04 December 2013 - 19:59
Thanks Daza, possibly the Morningstar range? Choitrams have lots of it but haven't seen the bacon, then again haven't really looked before https://www.morningstarfarms.com/products/breakfast/veggie-bacon-strips will try Lulu. Thanks!
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Latest post on 04 December 2013 - 19:49
There is some contraption you can buy that burns your tapes on to CD. that's about as much of a technical description as you'll get :-P
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Latest post on 04 December 2013 - 19:40
The teacher/craft/supply shops in Beach Centre on beach road. The Automatic restaurant is outside.
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Latest post on 04 December 2013 - 19:38
LilyB cakes are yummy (search on FB)
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Latest post on 04 December 2013 - 19:37
Marroosh I hope you are doing ok after your bumpy ride recently. xx
 
 
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