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Latest post on 06 October 2013 - 16:42
The person could have been from a debt collection agency. Many banks "outsource" their debt collection to other companies, and, considering the general state of disorganisation in most banks (!), its very likely that the bank may not have any details about this, which why they couldn't help when you phoned them. I would try to contact the landlord and find out if the story is true. If not, then the landlord can also lodge a complaint with the police and alert his bank about someone using (ruining) his/her name. yes, I agree with rawla. call your landlord.
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Latest post on 02 October 2013 - 15:26
yes, Prime Gourmet do the best in Dubai. More expensive than the other places but worth it.
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Latest post on 02 October 2013 - 15:20
Le Meridien Al Aqah Fujairah is great with kids. We love it. Not separate rooms but the rooms are big and you can always request a baby sitter and go to one of their excellent restaurants (which are in the entertainer Fine Dining I believe)
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Latest post on 02 October 2013 - 13:15
I have watched the Australian version. very entertaining. If anyone gets a chance, check out MTV's Catfish documentary. Warning its light and a bit trashy, but so incredible entertaining and will open your mind and make you wonder what on earth is going on in the world...
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Latest post on 01 October 2013 - 19:35
Ladies would love your input :) Our budget is around 140k for 2 adults, 1 infant, 1 newborn. Plus maid. Having looked around the market at the crazy prices, the options are: 2 bed Springs - too small IMO 2 bed Ranches - bigger than Springs 2 bed + maid Marina - very busy and too much traffic 3 bed in Remraam - sooo far out 2 bed + maid in Motor City - I like this area 2 bed + maid villa in JVC - very sandy and no finished community but nice big villas Al furjan - prices are now 160k :(((( My priority is space (with 5 people in the house), and ideally somewhere finished where we can walk around. Also - not too far commute to "new Dubai". Anyone living in these areas can give me the pros and cons and what yoJu think would be most suited to our situation? TIA :) We lived in a 2 bedroom+maids in JBR when we only had two kids and I loved it. Is this an option? you would be best to focus on the shams or amwaj sectors as I believe the traffic isn't too bad. Otherwise, I would go with Arabian Ranches although I admit that I don't know Motor City <em>edited by Tru Blu on 01/10/2013</em>
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Latest post on 01 October 2013 - 13:43
don't watch The Following, its so violent and "heavy" dreadful! But so damn good. Life is violent in itself. DH insisted on finishing it, and I admit Kevin Bacon is very believable in his role, but I spent half the time looking away from the screen. You wouldn't want the wrong type of person watching something like that.
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Latest post on 30 September 2013 - 19:16
thank you Ladies, very helpful as usual!
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Latest post on 30 September 2013 - 19:12
don't watch The Following, its so violent and "heavy" dreadful!
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Latest post on 30 September 2013 - 13:17
bumping :-)
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Latest post on 27 September 2013 - 13:23
Hello Tru Blu Here are the details. http://thinkbuzan.com/training/details/thinkbuzan-licensed-instructor/ Seminar will conduct on 20th October. I was looking at this to join but very costly.. Thank you halfmoon. Oh my goodness, that is expensive! it would be so good though. I noticed there was a 30% discount for groups of 4+ people. That would make it cheaper... if we could raise the numbers <em>edited by Tru Blu on 27/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 27 September 2013 - 12:45
I was watching Studio 1 last night and they were interviewing someone (can't recall his name) but I think, if I heard correctly, he was holding some kind of workshop/course/seminar here in Dubai soon... but I cant seem to find any info any info, does anyone know anything about it? TIA
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 19:15
Thiptara is my favorite. I have been to all three and wasn't a big fan of Mango Tree.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 11:06
Baahahahahha, hilarious!
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 19:17
TDB, hope this is of some help! http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/topic118172-mission-pat-and-sush-day-1.aspx?Page=1 Thanks Tattie xx Oh my goodness!!!! this thread is 3 years old, talk about flashbacks (not good ones either!!!). I am sure that your little girls sleeping pattern/habits are nothing like my DS's. He was2 years and 9 months before he slept through the night. I tried everything, everything, apart from full blown CIO. Just not up for it.
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 12:54
I was desperate for DS2 to be sleeping through the night before my twins were born but it didn't happen. I have never been a great sleeper myself and DS2 is probably like me. We can't all be great sleepers. Anyway, when the twins arrived it became DH's sole responsibility to deal with DS2. Everything worked out in the end. In fact, for a good 6 weeks before the twins were born I slept in a room by omyself and let my hubby and our 1 year old and 3 year old sort themselves out, which to my amazement they did just fine. As for the food, definitely get that sorted. I have a friend who was so concerned about chocking that she pureed and pureed and missed the boat completely. Before she knew it her baby was 4 years old and still required pureed food!!!! <em>edited by Tru Blu on 25/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 13:53
ON a day when 59 people have been murdered in a shopping centre with more held hostage and 60 people have been murdered in an attack on a church with over 100 injured, you are worried about a song? Switch it off and worry about something important Actually suze63, some could argue that tv, music videos, music lyrics, video games, internet etc is the root of much evil and poisons young minds. I am so saddened about what has/is happening in Nairobi at the moment, but this is not trivial. Not one bit. Our youth are being exposed to such awful things in this day and age and I fear what lies ahead <em>edited by Tru Blu on 23/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 13:46
Not sure how easy it will be to find a good nursery that takes kids from 10+ months, but if your little guy is going to be in full-time you really want to do your best to get him into one of the best nurseries. I love Little Land but I think 12 months (he will be that in Jan right?) is too young there. Try these for starters: Cocoon Home Grown Children's Oasis, Umm Suqeim 2
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Latest post on 19 September 2013 - 20:18
Ladies, I am trying again tomorrow with a different OB-GYN. Let's hope that the baby keeps very still so we can see between its legs! any luck Anon?
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Latest post on 18 September 2013 - 08:50
The OP was asking about a company called *******eye. yes, correct. I am getting a bit confused now. I wish I had seen the replies to my original post.... From bitter personal experience I would advise you to avoid this company. Thank you.
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Latest post on 18 September 2013 - 07:38
The OP was asking about a company called *******eye. yes, correct. I am getting a bit confused now. I wish I had seen the replies to my original post....
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Latest post on 18 September 2013 - 07:35
12 weeks...I'm sure it was closer to 20 weeks when they know what it is. I remember with my first i was informed when i was 17weeks. I'm sure there are loads to keep us busy lol....I think I might wait until I'm 12 weeks though, save need my ingredients lol Most experienced sonographers can tell the gender at 12 weeks and 4 days+ Apparently there is a notable difference in those 4+ days... There can be some confusion between 14.5-16 weeks I have heard as little boys and little girls can look the same.
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Latest post on 17 September 2013 - 18:49
Just checked back to see if there were any responses to my question but my thread was pulled and this one in its place.... I take it the response was negative...? Thats right :-) Ok.thanks
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Latest post on 17 September 2013 - 18:18
OK I will be the guinea p!g. I have baking soda at home so will do the test and report back tonight. May start another thread where people can say what their results were and how accurate it was. I should have the real answer from the scan in about 5 weeks. FWIW I am convinced it is a boy this time. I am eating round the clock (today - 4am crackers, 7am reheated mashed potato, 9am pain au chocolat, 11am more crackers, 12pm thai lunch). Also strong MS and a pointy bump. Let's see. I have 4 kids and each pregnancy was completely different, completely (I have 3 boys and a girl). I have a friend with 5 boys and again such completely different pregnancies (cravings, size and shape of bump, appetite etc). I guessed right with all of mine but only because of the "gut" feeling. That is the strongest tool you have if you want to predict before your scan. The rest is all nonsense (although I am interested to hear about the baking soda test!! haha)
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Latest post on 17 September 2013 - 17:52
Just checked back to see if there were any responses to my question but my thread was pulled and this one in its place.... I take it the response was negative...?
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Latest post on 16 September 2013 - 13:26
I have always thought that closer to 3 is a better age to start (not knocking anyone though, we all have to do what we have to survive mentally/financially etc). If you don't feel that you need to put her in to give yourself a rest or to go back to work then maybe waiting would be better. She wont learn sharing at this age anyway, too young.
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Latest post on 16 September 2013 - 13:21
well they do say patience is a virtue ;-) good luck and I am sure you will have plenty of time to get things sorted.
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Latest post on 16 September 2013 - 13:04
I did it at Al Wasl a few years ago. It wasn't easy you are right but it was possible and by far the cheapest option. How long until your anatomy scan? I understand the want/need/desire to know.
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Latest post on 16 September 2013 - 12:42
Agree with aadams. They don't like the phrase "gender scan". are you going to Latifa? if yes, I think they can do the gender scan from 19 weeks....why don't you ring and put pressure on for an earlier appointment. Ring them twice a day for cancellations.... they will get sick of your voice and squeeze you in
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Latest post on 09 September 2013 - 13:06
Use it occasionally. If you say something he will probably be too scared to buy you anything again. Just try and guide him better whenever you have a chance to drop a hint.
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Latest post on 08 September 2013 - 18:58
Le Creuset
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Latest post on 05 September 2013 - 16:22
I love this soup - Heat olive oil, add chopped courgettes and loads of garlic cloves (I love garlic so put in about 7 cloves) sauté on a low heat for about 10 minutes. Add fresh basil and cook for a further 5 minutes. Add stock or water, simmer for 15 minutes. Blend, and serve. Delish!
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 18:55
busybee. you can purchase it from a pharmacy - such as Life on Al Wasl Rd (it was in stock 6 weeks ago so hopefully still is) then take it to a clinic and get them to administer it.
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 12:37
The best by far is Union Bank. They do a ladies account which is free free free. No minimum balance, nothing. The one at Gold and Diamond Park is really good. I did extensive research on this last year when I opened a bank account for my Maid as she needed one to get a visa to come with us to Greece. <em>edited by Tru Blu on 04/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 11:51
Little Land is very good. Teachers are amazing, so impressed. My kids love it. Probably the most expensive of all that you have mentioned though. Jebel Ali in JBR is not good - they like to turn the TV on a bit I hear!
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 07:12
The nicest baby shower I have attended is the One and Only Royal Mirage for High Tea. Fabulous!
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Latest post on 03 September 2013 - 13:30
OMG!!!! baahahahaha, how awful! it would be pretty dangerous too <em>edited by Tru Blu on 03/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 03 September 2013 - 13:29
what type of surgery?
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Latest post on 01 September 2013 - 13:39
Thank you Russian. What a shock!!!I can't believe it.
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Latest post on 29 August 2013 - 19:12
Ginee my 5 year old son has been doing this for about 6 months. Not sure what girls are like at 5, but my son is really into super heros and LOVES watching things on TV with villans and badies etc.... I really monitor his TV but admit that I let him watch a few movies here and there and most of them are a bit scary. Even things like Scooby doo can scare the wits out of them. As much as he loves being scared by things on TV, I think that this can have an impact at night time when it is pitch black. At age 5 they seem to develop more awareness of things and their minds are like wildfire, as are their imaginations. I think it is probably pretty age appropriate and like most things, is just a phase. Not good about the insomnia, you have to look at the sleeping arrangements but I personally think if kids are scared, they need to be comforted. You can't loose sleep over it though so need to look at how it can work. Good luck!
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Latest post on 28 August 2013 - 19:00
My advice is to at least get an insurance to cover premature birth, NICU, complications, etc... My friend at least got those things covered when she was pregnant without insurance, and it was really worth it. The baby was born only a few weeks premature and only spent a few days in the incubator, but that alone cost nearly 15,000 AED extra on top of everything. I'd hate to think how much she'd have to pay if the baby needed more treatment or more days in the incubator. Laura do you know which company she got this insurance through? Im in the same situation and it would be a huge weight off my mind. Thanks ADNIC will do this. They will actually insure a woman who is already pregnant - it falls under their "pre-existing conditions" category!
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Latest post on 26 August 2013 - 11:22
Hi ladies, I'm really double minded about getting DD her 1 year MMR vaccine, apparently some studies show it can cause some problems including Autism. I'm going to be putting her name down in schools this September, will they check her vaccination history and deny entry to the school if she hasn't had all her vaccinations? She has had all her vaccines to date (HipB etc), I'm just not sure about the MMR one personally I think 1 year of age is too young for this vaccine.
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 19:15
Hi, congratulations!!!! I had one of my kids at Latifa in 2010. Overall it was a good experience but I understand that it is not nearly as cheap as it use to be. They do however offer excellent care to high risk pregnancies. Another option that could be worthwhile exploring is contacting ADNIC - they will cover someone with a pre-existing condition, which happens to include pregnancy. Prices are reasonable and perhaps on par with the costs at Latifa. It could be worthwhile getting a quote and then you could go private which is nicer.
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 07:35
At the beginning of the year it was 30 days grace. I know because we utilized it. I would double check though as the rules in this place are forever changing...
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 07:33
Thanks for sharing your story. Can't believe they tried to charge you for the delivery haha!! Glad that everything worked out okay in the end
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 07:26
Hi Ladies , can some one recommend whether anodized or stainless steel is healthy and long lasting.I need to change all my nonstick pans and would like to know the suggestion.i recently checked tefel annodized and also they had in stainless steel.can some one please suggest which is good or any other brand.thank you I would go cast iron (with enamel coating) or copper. They are expensive but I don't trust the others. I think stainless steel is okay - it has been around for years and years with no documented side effects.
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 07:24
Anyone know where would be the best place to buy Le Creuset pots? I have bought some in Tavola and some in Galleries Lafayette
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Latest post on 21 August 2013 - 13:14
Hi there, my husband works in the immigration and he informed that they no longer place any family members of those on your sponsorship in a hold account and that this service has been ceased. Yes, in theory it has ceased but in practice they can still do it.
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 15:01
yes it does help. thanks Rhubarb. Thank you ladies for the replies :-)
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Latest post on 19 August 2013 - 18:19
thank you. I have tried them but keep getting different responses. Generally they say no, it is not possible, but we have heard that it is.
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Latest post on 12 August 2013 - 19:00
Mark Sinclair is the best in Dubai. My son broke his leg when he was 22 months and I investigated then. Mark Sinclair's name came up time and time again. We initially went to Emergency at City but transferred to Medcare where Sinclair operates. This was 18 months ago now so not sure if things have changed.
 
 
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