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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 22:48
My dh recommends Diva salon on Diyafah Road. Not posh at all, but clean and do a good job. All male staff ( Lebanese and Filipino's). Very reasonable prices. HTH
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 18:23
Another fan of Tefal pressure cookers here. Cook almost everything in it. Hawkins is also another brand that is trusted and available at Lulu.
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Latest post on 02 April 2012 - 18:40
Thanks ladies, in the mood for a gentle film.
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 22:39
Thanks - i watched every episode until he left, then didn't bother. Hasn't been the same since he left :( She's married to him and was asked to come back because they were shorthanded. Gil is on a research project somewhere and there was an episode with him in it, albeit for a few minutes. I think he's due for a special appearance as the last episode ended with Sara getting a bouquet from GIl..
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Latest post on 25 March 2012 - 18:29
http://www.facebook.com/iranzamindubai?ref=ts Heard very good reviews from Iranians, so the food must be authentic. Out of curiosity , why are there colored eggs, garlic and fish bowl on the table set up for Nourouz? Also is that a bowl of chocolate custard on the top left of the pic (yum!)? [url=http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=397824573579760&set=a.397824236913127.128679.183511135011106&type=3&theater'> Link[/url'> Thanks <em>edited by tkoshy on 25/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 00:32
Want to second Janesul, would recommend Garmin. DH uses the Garmin Forerunner 305 and it's excellent. No music though.However it is about 300 Dhs more. You could consider it an investment for the future? HTH
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Latest post on 23 March 2012 - 16:08
There is a framer at the Antique Museum who did a good job on framing a few pieces for us.
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Latest post on 21 March 2012 - 20:16
Absolutely agree...I loved this film. Even DH who nevers watches Bollywood movies, enjoyed this one with me. No moosic though...a Bollyvood pilm is no pilm widout a song shong nah? ;) LOL....soo true..
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Latest post on 21 March 2012 - 19:45
Lovely movie..a wonderful cast, fast paced, well shot and directed. Vidya Balan was awesome. Climax didn't leave me wowed because it was very similar to an English movie ending, but DH who has not seen the said movie, said it surprised him. Well worth the ticket prices.
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Latest post on 21 March 2012 - 19:40
Addicted to this now..
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Latest post on 21 March 2012 - 11:15
I thought it was just me..washed them thoroughly and still tongue itches and goes numb. Have resorted to peeling skin off and eating them. Have no idea why it's happening.
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Latest post on 21 March 2012 - 10:55
Don't have OSn, but hopefully a review by a popular blogger in Kuwait will help? http://248am.com/mark/interesting/osn-play-just-like-hulu/ HTH Edited because link was not working properly. edited by tkoshy on 21/03/2012 <em>edited by tkoshy on 21/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 20 March 2012 - 13:38
Anyway, as all of you do say, this is an open forum and if you are going to fly with the geese then if you dish it, you take it. We are talking about how we feel about spanking, period. Not saying Anna is not a good parent so lets not read anything into our opinions that are not there ok? So just like you, I am talking about how I feel about spanking. All I did was disagree with Summerdream based on personal experience. Nothing I said was "dishing it and taking it" either. I never said Annedxb was not a good parent. But when somebody quotes me and says that she finds it shocking, then I will reply to state my point. Am not arguing here, just said that the thread was supposed to be humorous ( now I'm confused) and now it's not.
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Latest post on 20 March 2012 - 13:05
This was supposed to be a nice thread - a mother relating something cute her child said. I found it funny. The only reason I posted what i did - from my own experience and those of my near and dear ones - is because the Op was forced to defend how she parents her child. There is a very clear difference between spanking and abuse, I cannot stress that enough( somebody posted a video on here about a teacher hitting children in school - that was not spanking, that was abuse). I was a very naughty child - my mother does the scolding, explaining, timeout methods and then as a last resort, uses spanking . I don't remember being spanked, these are her accounts of it. So like I said, just because I was spanked, doesn't mean that I grew up violent. Spanking is/was also culturally acceptable. Everyone I know has been spanked at one point in their life - and these stories are not related with horror or pain, rather amusing anecdotes about shared cultural upbringing. When Russell Peters says "Somebody gonna get a hurt real bad" and everybody in the audience laughs with him, what do you think they are laughing at? It's his tagline about being spanked!! And the audience laughs because they relate to it - and find it funny. Just because it is not acceptable to you culturally, does not make it wrong. OP, I am truly sorry for derailing your nice thread.
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Latest post on 20 March 2012 - 11:35
Sorry Annedxb, but you did post on a public forum and I couldn't help replying with this "When I was about twenty years old, I met an old pastor's wife who told me that when she was young and had her first child, she didn't believe in striking children, although spanking kids with a switch pulled from a tree was standard punishment at the time. "But one day when her son was four or five, he did something that she felt warranted a spanking--the first in his life. And she told him he w...ould have to go outside and find a switch for her to hit him with. The boy was gone a long time. And when he came back in, he was crying. "He said to her, 'Mama, I couldn't find a switch, but here's a rock you can throw at me.' All of the sudden a mother understood how the situation felt from the child's point of view: that if my mother wants to hurt me, it makes no difference what she does it with; she might as well do it with a stone. "The mother took the boy onto her lap and they both cried. Then she laid the rock on a shelf in the kitchen to remind herself forever: never violence. Because violence begins in the nursery--one can raise children into violence." ~From a peace prize acceptance speech given by Astrid Lindgren, author of Pippi Longstocking As lovely as that sounds. not every child who has been spanked associates it with violence. Coming from a background where corporal punishment was a given for being seriously naughty ( being naughty with dangerous consequences), I can say that no harm has come to my siblings or me. I can also vouch for friends and cousins. If the child understands what the spanking is for and that they are loved no matter what they do, IMO, it can be a good parenting tool. Annedxb, lol..
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Latest post on 20 March 2012 - 10:58
Nope..I don't own one but have two cousins who do , and it is hilarious. LOL. Both are in India and have very heavy accents. They've given up, it's a battle to even get a call going. Their wives are not pleased at all - the guys are fanboi's - all that money for essentially the same phone as the previous version!
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Latest post on 10 March 2012 - 14:13
Has anyone done this? what would be the cheapest option? Thanks it depends what you're sending. I sent a package to cork recently (documents only) and it cost AED55 and reached in 2 days - that was by courier and it's cheap because our company has an account. In Empost i think the cheapest is 15AED and it takes 10 days, then faster and more expensive options. HTH Thank you, it's just a couple of books and I have time. Is Empost reliable? As in will the stuff get there? Thanks again
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 17:32
Keep it simple..that way you will enjoy each others company without too much pressure. book a table at a restaurant around the fountains at Dubai mall. Great weather, so a walk/watching fountains before or after dinner, followed by a movie at the cinema or at home cuddled on the couch? I find making elaborate plans just makes it forced. Maybe you could agree to meet at the place rather than go together - like a first date? Lol
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 17:25
"Magic teapot " Ohhhh, I remember these in London's Chinatown and never thought of it here! there is a lovely unlicensed Ravi's type place in Hounslow near Heathrow where we always used to go before a flight. You either took your own, or asked on of the waiters and they'd nip into the shop nextdoor! Someone was asking yesterday what business Dubai needed and now we've found it....Ravis with beer! Ahh, dubai used to have places like these, the reason the shack on the beach - Bu Qtair that Sami mentioned, became so famous was because they used to serve booze in plastic glasses. Great fun.
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 16:17
If you like food at Ravi's, try the buffet at Barbecue Delights in JBR - around 60 - 70 AeD/person with nonalcoholic beverages. Food is great, but going to be very crowded. call ahead to reserve. http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=65954
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 00:28
Aftron - has survived problem free for 11 years and 5 relocations. No problems at all.
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 00:23
I have had a couple of purchases sent by post - the first time, there was a reminder left with my normal mail that said I had a package and that I was supposed to go collect it at the Post Office. The second time I got a call and a reminder that my package had arrived and i was supposed to pick up. Both times were at the Post office in Deira. The websites I had bought from had shipping addresses that included my phone number along with postal address.
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Latest post on 06 March 2012 - 22:50
Try Airbnb http://www.airbnb.com/ They seem to have villas listed ( have no idea if this is legal here). Have personally used the site to find a place in New York city, was very pleased.
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Latest post on 06 March 2012 - 22:21
Firefly I so love this series , have you watched the movie? My recommendations: Raising Hope Once upon a time Grimm Criminal Minds The River Big Bang Theory Terriers - only 1 season Memphis Beat Rizzoli and Isles <em>edited by tkoshy on 06/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 March 2012 - 11:00
Varkala is a beautiful beach but not all that great for swimming. It's a sleepy town with not much going on in the evenings. IMO unless you are looking for complete relaxation, Goa would be much better. Also Laurelm's suggestion of the Ghats and Spice plantations is great. The weather will be so much better. Our favourite summer vacation spot is in Munnar - http://www.theteasanctuary.com/index.htm
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 10:21
My parents are celebrating their 9th wedding anniversary today. So the day is extra special for us.:)
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 16:58
LOL...She's Al Quwatain now. errr...I don't think so. If you two are one and the same, I wouldn't have picked it either! I'd have guessed AQ was someone else altogether... My mistake then, so many similarities though. So very confused right now. Sorry OP.
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 18:14
LOL...She's Al Quwatain now.
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 14:00
For those who like Upstairs Downstairs, 1st episode of Series 2 is out.
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 13:46
Try contacting Apex Gulf. http://www.agefilms.com/architectural.html We had our car windows tinted with them and they mentioned they did architectural film also.They have an office in Sharjah, so easier for you? They use 3M products, as an alternative, you could call 3M office in Dubai Media City ( I think it's there?) and ask names of retailers. http://solutions.3mae.ae/wps/portal/3M/en_AE/Construction_Markets_Center_MEA/Construction_Markets_Center_MEA/Discover_Our_Solutions/Facilities_Management/Window_Films/ <em>edited by tkoshy on 21/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 13:24
has anyone watched inbetweeners...and liked it? there is a new series out called fresh meat, it has Simon in it, and its about uni kids living in a house Liked the series and the movie. Watched 2 episodes of Fresh Meat and didn't like it.
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 13:11
Homeland is great! Really enjoyed the whole 'is he/isn't he', right to the end! Definitely a watcher. We are also addicted to Modern Family at the minute, have three seasons queued up. edited by Kelly_C on 21/02/2012 Ditto !:)
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 13:07
House of lies Shameless (US) Season 2 is just as addictive as S01 Switched at birth The Big Bang Theory is always funny Survivor S24 Mike and Molly Bomb Girls ...is growing on me 2 Broke Girls... Hot in Cleveland Aaaaaaand Family Guy, cheesy.....I know but i just love Stewie That's the first time I've heard of somebody else, besides me, who watches Mike & Molly! Love 2 Broke Girls and Hot In Cleveland too.
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 12:43
Does anybody know if you pass your test in Dubai that you can legally drive in Qatar? as i know u can use it in all GCC country . Not necessarily correct I am afraid to say. I recently had to check for a colleague who has an Indian pasport but has a Kuwaiti licence and he will have to take another test here. True, but if you have a Dubai registered license, you can use that to drive and get a Kuwaiti driving license without going through a test there.
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 22:37
Another TV addict here.. I like the US version of Being Human - haven't watched the UK one. Saw the first episode of Alcatraz, need to see another one to know if I will like it or not. Currently catching up on Walking the Dead and Once Upon a Time (love this show). I'm also keeping up with a new series called The River - only 3 episodes out yet, but so far, it has been amazing - fast paced, edge of your seat kind. I would also recommend The American Horror Story - 1st season is over, so it's great for marathon viewing!
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 15:11
Sorry about the late reply. Thank you so much for the recommendations. We ended up having a great meal at Saladicous , as we were in the area. Will keep the other places in mind next time.
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 13:41
J. Also, can I remind you of something, In the USA employers are only legally required to give one week off per year. Esp for entry level jobs like housekeeping. I love some of these comments that are illuding to-' everybody deserves a month off' really? i wish the USA had these rules..... I'm sure that a lot of people in the UAE would trade vacation time if they were being paid US equivalent wages . Don't think people would be able to afford maids, if the US standard of minimum wage was set.
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 13:37
Too funny, guess it's not only my maid then !! Told her that my husband's company also expect's him to travel on the least expensive airline. She also had the cheek to say, but because she is going in August instead of December, the flight must be less expensive already. I really am considering ending the contract, I just cannot bear how ungrateful and cheeky she is turning out to be. I need to calm down, I am spitting fire at the moment. While I agree that she is being cheeky asking to go on Emirates, her only fault happens to be that she changed her vacation plans? Don't think you can blame her for tickets to Europe that you booked, because you needed her help while on vacation. You say she is very sweet and she must obviously be doing her job really well, or you wouldn't consider taking her with you on vacation. So you are basically getting worked up because your maid is throwing a bit of a sulk about having a cheaper airline....Right, I'll tell my husband and my friends who complain about the very same thing, that they're not allowed to have one, as after all, they should be "lucky" to have those flights.Everyone is entitled to a moan about sucky (in their opinion) work conditions, difference is your maid doesn't ever leave her workplace and God forbid, she discuss you with her peers...that would make her evil. You have the privilege of being the better person here.
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Latest post on 17 February 2012 - 00:21
Is the trip to Ajman? If so, friends of ours who went wore quick drying shorts and tshirts ( lightweight material) and crocs sandals. You wear life vests and will be moving around in waist deep water. They took towels and a change of clothes for after. HTH
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 09:33
Thank you Scotsmumofone and San.
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 10:56
Thank you very much Mushypeas, have been looking all over.
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 00:28
Don't know anything about the company mentioned, but if they do a good job, then it's a nice price. I have been going around looking at different dealers for paint protection and good exterior waxing for our cars and prices range from 950 - 600 AED. Getting swirl marks out of paint needs a good technician and if the pictures in the ad are any indication, that's a good deäl.
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Latest post on 12 February 2012 - 10:02
Is this a welcome basket or something for them when they get here and happen to be hungry? If its the latter, then add a packet of noodles? Either the cup kind or just a packet of plain noodles. Noodles for breakfast is a staple.
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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 15:30
Thank you ladies and sorry for the late reply. Have looked at all the options and have decided to go with Prodent. They are going to use Gtechniq products which seem to be gettinggreat reviews by car detailing guys. Zannie, called Robert and he said they wouldn't be starting the service for another 4 weeks. Thanks again.
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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 15:06
Thanks for the link, tkoshy. Safa Park is not that far really but I don't have a car so only go to the Choitrams there if I happen to be in the area for something . Chappan Bhog sounds worth checking out (despite poor Time Out review). edited by Jadey on 07/02/2012 Ah, didn't realise you don't have a car. I'm not recommending the restaurant, have never eaten (?) there, but their sweets and the paneer was good. I never really pay attention to Timeout reviews anymore, I've learnt the hard way that the reviewer's view is very subjective. I tend to pay more attention to the comments below - especially to the more recent ones. :)
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Latest post on 07 February 2012 - 00:34
Not really difficult, you're just not living close enough to Bur Dubai, where it is readily available http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=140937 I've tried the Chappan Bhog one, and it is nice. Now that I've thought about it, is Safa park that far away from Old Town? Then, Bur Dubai will feel like the boondocks to you. <em>edited by tkoshy on 07/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 01 February 2012 - 22:05
Is the animal one the one with the strongest suction? The spec page on the website says both have the same suction power, but the animal one has more tools bundled with the vacuum. .
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Latest post on 01 February 2012 - 18:19
Loove mine. I have this type http://www.dyson.com/store/product.asp?product=DC23-TURBINEHEAD-US We've had it for 3 years now, bought from Carrefour. Don't remember the price. It's powerful, very easily maintained and the best bit, quite hardy - I can be careless while vacuuming. It's got scuff marks but then I think, that's my fault. It can be very noisy though, I'm sure my neighbours know everytime I vacuum!
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Latest post on 01 February 2012 - 11:24
Somewhere in the Emirates my sister in law is grinding her teeth... It drives her insane that Karama sells JC, she buys all of her things original from the stores and is furious when she has spent a fortune on something then sees someone walking down the street in a knock off as though they're rocking the real deal. Don' even get me started on Ralph Lauren... Can't see the problem SIL knows hers is genuine who cares what anyone else is carrying/wearing/thinking??? edited by angela on 31/01/2012 It's the ethics of it all thou...... if you wanna support crime and child labour to save a few quid; go ahead. Lol . Out of all the coincidences in the world, on our recent trip to China, we met an Indian guy in Hong Kong airport who was in the business of counterfeiting. He used to work as a salaried professional in HK, he quit and started up a factory in Guangzhou that produces fake goods. He now has 3 factories producing all manner of fake goods, told us that there were no children working for him - he said that the authorities regularily inspected his factories- and that the business was so profitable that there was no need to employ kids. His family lives in HK and he lives in Guangzhou and he shuttles between the two cities every weekend. I'm not arguing ethics, just saying that there's quite a bit of propaganda involved with counterfeiting. This article in the Telegraph provides a different perspective: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/retailandconsumer/7969335/Fake-goods-are-fine-says-EU-study.html Edited because I couldn't get it to link properly. <em>edited by tkoshy on 01/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 01 February 2012 - 10:53
hope you are well now tkoshy, thanks for the info. Thank you , getting better now. Have asked around and in case your friend is interested, the number for the security person is 055-9450374.Give him a call and he will guide further.
 
 
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