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Latest post on 18 July 2013 - 20:53
Been veggie for 20 years & I only eat free range eggs - but sourcing a free range milk is difficult in UAE. There is a "bio milk" available in Spinneys/organic cafe with a happy looking cow on the front, but not sure if it is a true reflection! Is there free range milk available anywhere? (I believe that the energy transmitted from happy hens and cows feeds through to their produce, and that negative energy from unhappy caged hens/cows does too) - sounds a bit hippy but it's not good eating something that has had a life of misery! ETA i don't buy leather either or go to zoos unless it is Al Ain as they get to walk around! <em>edited by Tattie Bogle on 18/07/2013</em>
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Latest post on 18 July 2013 - 17:53
Does anyone know if Bricks4Kidz are still operating? Or anyone else that does lego parties? Thanks
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Latest post on 18 July 2013 - 16:32
I didn't think leasehold existed any more. This article on the BetterHomes website explains the evolution of what is now the freehold system in UAE. http://www.bhomes.com/uae/dubai_freehold_property.xhtml
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Latest post on 18 July 2013 - 16:22
SummerOn what is it you are asking, which were the first properties available for expats to buy? These I guess would have been the Springs/Meadows in 2003. Swiftly followed by others including towers in the Marina, JBR, the Arabian Ranches etc. Does that help? What is it you are asking?
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Latest post on 18 July 2013 - 16:12
Good luck in your new adventures!!! Ma'a'salaam!
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Latest post on 18 July 2013 - 15:28
Last year I went during Ramadan and it didn't open until 4pm!
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Latest post on 18 July 2013 - 15:26
An early morning beach swim Flowerhead? or a late evening one with a shwarma picnic! <em>edited by Tattie Bogle on 18/07/2013</em>
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Latest post on 18 July 2013 - 15:24
I like using leftovers, particularly potatoes, to make into patties. Just mix whatever you have (fish, veggies, meat etc) with some fried onions, coriander, seasoning, bit of curry powder if you fancy, with mashed up potato and with some breadcrumbs. Form into patties, coat with breadcrumbs and rice flour and fry. Yummy!
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 18:29
Sometimes certain smells can trigger palpitations. Try not wearing certain perfumes or being in rooms with scented candles/bathroom freshener things for a few days. Also, cut out the decaf for a few days, there could be an ingredient in that that you are sensitive to. Try cutting out all these things and see if anything makes a difference (as well as seeing your Dr). Keeping a note of which room you are in/what you have eaten/drunk/smelled when you feel the palpitations may help. <em>edited by Tattie Bogle on 17/07/2013</em>
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 16:37
Clyde & Co def worth a try.
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 16:33
GreekGirl, Abby&Christina on EW is renting out her 2 bedroom in JLT directly so no agency fees. If you search you'll find her post. Maybe that would help!
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 16:23
It's here, it's here!!! Now the only problem is how to squeeze into it??! :-P BTW, it comes from Spain, I guess it depends when you order it, if it's just before the weekend in Spain I guess it gets delayed. Great value though! Hurrah!
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 16:21
Aha. the mysterious non parking button. :-P
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 15:32
Thanks Daza! :)
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 15:16
Quinnie, were you on the wrong level? One of life's greatest mysteries: Why does Level 1 in Dubai Mall's carpark, not equal Level 1 in the mall?
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Latest post on 17 July 2013 - 07:30
Level 4, Major Incident Emergency response. :\: a tad extreme, no?
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Latest post on 16 July 2013 - 18:53
you could also try checking community FB groups/forums/Dubizzle to see if anyone is renting out a spare space.
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Latest post on 16 July 2013 - 17:11
Stovetop you'll get one in the school/teachery type shops - there is one in either Town Centre or Beach Centre, can never remember which but someone else will know. They def have them in that shop.
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Latest post on 16 July 2013 - 17:10
love this!!! fab idea.
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Latest post on 15 July 2013 - 06:03
Dr Baha at City Hospital is great and takes time to explain everything.
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Latest post on 13 July 2013 - 14:51
To help my family through their lives. It really is as simple as that. Nothing else matters really. I like this, a lot.
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Latest post on 13 July 2013 - 12:48
I challenge you to find anything more stressful than dealing with a certain shop which sells uniforms during the summer before school. - hello, it seems that your shop is under refurbishment, (*thinking - who decided this would be a good time, would January not be better?*) - can you tell me where else i can go to get the uniform for X School. - yes you can come to the factory. - ok, i will, but do you have everything in stock as in previous years i've been told on the phone that all stock is there but when I get there it is not ready yet? - yes maa'm, all colours here. - when you say 'all colours', i'm looking for the actual uniform for X school so there only is one colour - yes maa'm all colours available in sizes S, M, L - right, but to clarify, there only is one colour? - yes maa'm in sizes S, M, L (*thinking, there are actually about 20 different sizes?*) - are we talking about the same thing, the school uniform for X school? - yes - we have long sleeve or short sleeve - but they only have short sleeve? - yes but we can give you long sleeve - riiight - I think i'll just leave it. I have nightmares about this place all year long!!! :D
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Latest post on 12 July 2013 - 19:10
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd4j1Ms1VYE
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Latest post on 12 July 2013 - 18:53
please can you post the recipe again, thanks
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Latest post on 12 July 2013 - 18:48
AbbynChristina on EW has a 2 bed in JLT she is trying to rent without going through agents. If you search you'll find the thread :)
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Latest post on 12 July 2013 - 14:42
Making slides out of patches of ice in the playground. weeeeeeeeeeeee...thump. :D Bet you are not allowed to do that anymore!
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 19:36
Yes you should be fine just take a letter stating you can't find it, and your usual pp/visa copy etc. Go to the Etisalat branch at Defence R/about (Al Wasl Service Centre). They will probably adjust it as your final bill rather than give you cash though - if your bill is not 2000 then you may have to wait a while for a refund..
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 19:34
I don't think anyone would lose something which cost so much money :-P or if they did, they would have replaced it PDQ. I think you'll find he has never done his title deeds......................................
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 10:38
At sports world, they can ride bikes and scooter, there is a running track, a soft play area, basketball courts and soccer fields. Its free to enter and then only some activities cost money (like the soft play) but I've never been asked to pay. Bring a couple balls and a scooter or even roller skates and you are set for the entire day. A bonus - for those moms who aren't fasting - is that Zoom is open inside Sports World - for sandwiches, pizza and basically anything else you might want. This sounds brilliant! thanks for sharing. can anyone take bikes, or is that only for kids? thanks!
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 06:59
How was the cheese Di? How does camel milk rate on the cholesterol scale, is it high because fat content is high? Also is camel milk/cheese lactose suitable for lactose intolerant people? (must google...)
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 06:55
So we can all have a holiday! :D
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 06:51
Is it wrong that I am hoping it reaches 56? :D
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Latest post on 11 July 2013 - 06:48
Another thing you could do for free if your kids get up early is drive to the road that comes off Emirates Rd (opp Al Barari) marked Falcon City, drive to the end of that road, park up with a breakfast picnic (nobody should see you/Ramadan) and watch the UAE acrobatic jets practicing their display - they are out every weekday morn at the moment between 6.30 and 7.30 and it's really amazing!! You would get a great view from there.
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 20:15
*getting hat a la Cilla Black* Marroosh - wishing you all the best on your wedding! Keep us posted. We will all be there virtually! Have you met DH2B then or will you meet for the first time there? Wow!
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 20:07
Hi, If your docs are needed in NZ, they would probably have to be notarised by a NZ Notary (unless they have also stated that a UAE Notary would be fine?) For a NZ Notary your best bet would be contacting the NZ Consulate to ask them if there are any law practices which have someone qualified to notarise..
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 19:17
Public swimming pools in Mamzar Park and Mushriff Park too for about 10 AED each
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 18:30
Well the metro station is at the back of City Hospital and Creek Park is at the bottom of that road, I know you like walking :-P but not sure if that would be too far?! If you googlemap you'll be able to see the distance between metro & park entrance.
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 18:25
Your nearest metro would be Healthcare City, it's just 5 mins from there but too far to walk!
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 18:15
There was a thread a few weeks ago on affordable ideas. http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/topic208121-summer-in-dubai-with-kids--on-a-budget.aspx
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 18:12
Have you been to Children's City in Creek Park? It's 5-10 each to get in to the park - then another 10-15 aed each to get inside - it's an interactive science centre and quite big. It could def take an afternoon. There is a planetarium with Arabic and English shows I think one each an hour. http://www.childrencity.dm.gov.ae/wps/portal/childrencity <em>edited by Tattie Bogle on 10/07/2013</em>
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 17:09
I don't think I ever remember it being reported in the paper so high before?
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 16:30
It is not as cheap as it was a few years ago but for some things (custom made blinds etc) it is ok. Ikea is probably cheaper but don't think they do the sizes.
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 16:28
does anyone know where the list of locations for the Ramadan cannons is? is it always the same? (Safa Park/Karama/Deira?)
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 16:13
my Dh would propose again if I made a good mandy rice :-P. eagerly awaiting tried & tested recipe!
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 15:58
Must check website first. :-P 11am - 12 midnight according to the website, for weekdays.
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 10:27
The one in the Meadows used to. That was a few years ago so maybe worth checking. There is one in Jumeirah too but not sure which one.
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 09:36
...you wonder why you didn't go to the park every day during the winter ...you wonder why you complained of feeling chilly in the winter ...you wonder if it really was cold in the winter??
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 07:54
Ramadan Kareem to all :)
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 07:08
...your indoor candles melt :\:
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Latest post on 10 July 2013 - 06:31
Kiwi it sounds obvious but it is REALLY cold in there (seems colder as there is no sunshine!) - so make sure you have layers on. Remember a woolly hat & warm socks as well. There is a shop outside which sells everything. Enjoy!
 
 
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