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Latest post on 14 February 2018 - 18:56

I think you can try to check classified websites since most of the people post stuff there

I'm sorry I don't understand...I thought you were looking to purchase and I was just letting you know I had posted a jigsaw for sale in Classifieds.

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Latest post on 11 February 2018 - 20:01

Ad is now up KatieW... :)

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Latest post on 09 February 2018 - 20:01

Hi there. I am selling a 1000 -piece jigsaw puzzle...I'll post it on Classifieds tomorrow and let you know once I've done so. I would love to swap but sadly the cats prevent me from doing my beloved jigsaws! :)

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Latest post on 13 April 2017 - 17:53

I highly recommend Pretty Paper Studio:http://ppsuae.com/ and they deliver for a small fee. :) There's also a shop that sells paper packs at Sunset mall:http://sunsetmall.ae/stores/toys-hobbies/alina/

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Latest post on 06 March 2017 - 11:24

Resurrecting an old thread..I seem to be having the opposite problem-post not arriving that was sent from here (to UK mostly but in one case to Abu Dhabi). I thought the issue was the UK until the post never arrived in Abu Dhabi! Has anyone else experienced this? Has anyone had any success with reporting/investigating this? SO infuriating. I always write my address info. on the back of the envelope but haven't had anything returned... :(

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Latest post on 31 October 2016 - 13:06

Feline Friends sell donated books at Oasis Center (ARTE) on the first Friday of every month. :)

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Latest post on 08 May 2016 - 17:24

I recommend Evelyne Thomas. Here is a link to her site: [url=http://evelynelthomas.com/'>link[/url'>

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Latest post on 16 April 2016 - 11:03

Hi Jazi22, I'm from Liverpool and would be happy to try and help though I haven't lived there in a long time. i still visit and keep in touch with friends there. Could you let me know how to contact you? I'll let you know when I have got your info and you can remove your details if you want. :)

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Latest post on 09 April 2016 - 17:27

We have the same issue (cats...hot hobs) but have read that the hob covers get hot and discoloured easily. We are looking for something like this:https://www.google.ae/search?q=hob+covers&espv=2&biw=1250&bih=593&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&sqi=2&ved=0ahUKEwiswaOA04HMAhUCaxQKHZGRAIUQsAQIGQ#imgrc=n7EP-Zvn_LP2HM%3A Does anyone know if it's possible to buy one separately or even to have one made. TIA. :)

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Latest post on 30 March 2016 - 07:37

ADMIN. ALERT ;)

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Latest post on 04 March 2016 - 08:10

Thanks mavisfairy :) Anyone know a good painter (furniture and possibly one or two walls)? :rainbow:

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Latest post on 03 March 2016 - 16:03

I hope you guys read the article...the position this company is taking is so very carefully thought out. http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/mar/02/uk-company-introduce-period-policy-female-staff It's not like they are taking a outdated, male chauvinist stance: "oh poor weaker *** can't handle monthlies, we should let them take a sicky and go get a pedi." Here are some actual quotes from the article: “For too long there’s been a taboo surrounding periods – I have women staff telling me they’re ashamed to admit they’re in pain. I want us to break down that shame and replace the negativity with positivity. Both men and women have been open to the ideas, especially from the younger generation." “It’s not just about taking time off if you feel unwell but about empowering people to be their optimum selves. If you work with your natural rhythms, your creativity and intelligence is more fulfilled. And that’s got to be good for business.” Doesn't sound groundbreaking or controversial at all...seems like common sense. ThirdCultureFamily you said everything i wanted to and more! Thank you. The one place I've been lucky enough to work at - one where staff were treated with respect and care, where there was flexibility and transparency, was the best job I've ever had in terms of atmosphere, sense of loyalty and productivity. The article makes very interesting reading. :rainbow:

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Latest post on 02 March 2016 - 13:37

Unfortunately the no. for Jashim doesn't seem to work any more. Does anyone else have any recommendations-we are looking for someone to do some painting, drilling work and a few odd jobs such as securing the windows etc. Probably around a day's work. :rainbow::

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Latest post on 28 February 2016 - 11:23

I might be able to help Liza but it would depend upon location. ;)

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Latest post on 26 February 2016 - 21:26

Feline friends have regular book/magazine/DVD etc sales:http://www.felinefriendsdubai.com/#!upcoming-events/woi45 :rainbow:

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Latest post on 25 February 2016 - 21:33

Hi, We have just moved and had a fantastic guy for the day, Hanging pictures, shelving, helping us lift heavy furniture etc On his card he says plumbing, electrical,painting etc Super nice guy, speaks and understands English Huge smile all day ( 10 to 7 pm , we asked him to stop and have lunch with us) His name is Jashim 0529665877 We will definitely call him again ? Hi Dollybird, I'm going to give Jashim a call over the weekend as we're moving soon and will need some help.:) Just wanted to say thanks for the rec. :rainbow:

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Latest post on 25 February 2016 - 19:44

Holland and Barrett (multiple locations). Nutrition Zone - Ibn Battuta. :rainbow:

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Latest post on 25 February 2016 - 17:47

For a year and a half I've been trying to get off Zara's SMS list. I'm in correspondence with their customer service rep. at Azadea but every time she assures me that the messages will stop, they just keep rolling in....!!!! I didn't sign up for them in the first place. Considering DH got fined 150 dhs for chewing gum on the bus (and I do appreciate clean public transport-I've seen some disgusting sights on trains and buses back home in the UK) yet there are drivers on mobile phones/applying make up and children without seatbelts in cars, I wish priorities would be sorted. Don't even get me started on the knives I saw lying around at Geant today!!! ;) End of rant...I'm turning into my mother....!!! :rainbow:

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Latest post on 11 February 2016 - 18:50

Visited the Green Community today and loved it. Anyone live there and can let me know how they find it. BUMP for this post ;) We're actually looking at Motor City too but will focus on the green Community this weekend. Our main concerns are traffic/transport and noise. Have you seen this website Tarz1548? https://flatreviews.com/ :rainbow:

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Latest post on 02 February 2016 - 19:27

Veganprincess, your welcome :) Al badrah may not be as noisy as Furjan, but there is construction noise 24x7. I believe only for x'mas there was a holiday and no work but every day they work round the clock with awfully loud noises and the sound proofing is rubbish. Made in Sheffield, you dodged a bullet here :) Agents in Al Badrah cannot be trusted as they are lying and overselling this place, when the reality is completely different. Sadly, we are at the mercy of the useless agents as most LL's are not interested in dealing with renters directly. Hopefully one day this will change, till then, all we can do is bang our head every time we have to deal with them :lol: Noise has been more of an issue in terms of the residents than anything else-in the corridors and the shared areas, pool etc-children running round screaming, playing football etc. We were willing to overlook the construction site appearance (and reality)! But for a new build to be falling apart (broken W.C.'s, crumbling walls, no A/C for 10 weeks...sigh.... We really are at the mercy of the agents as you say Artzee. Then there's the LL's and in the case of Furjan, arguments over who is responsible for maintenance-contractors...sub contractors etc. We've been here 16 years and we're saddened it has come to this...

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Latest post on 02 February 2016 - 11:40

Thanks Made in Sheffield. Good to get 'the inside scoop'! We're running round like headless chickens-agents who don't answer your calls, misinformation and the prices are utterly ridiculous. :cry:

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Latest post on 01 February 2016 - 09:53

Thanks for your reply Artzee-good to know first hand experience as time is running out and we are desperate to leave our current place (noise, poor maintenance etc). Blessings. x

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Latest post on 31 January 2016 - 20:49

Sorry to be resurrecting an old thread. We're considering looking at this area-we're currently just up the road in Furjan but need to move by the first week of March. Can anyone tell us if there are buses/feeder buses available to the nearest metro? We don't drive so transport is an issue. TIA! :rainbow:

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Latest post on 16 January 2016 - 17:58

Please contact Evelyne Thomas: evelynelthomas at gmail dot com :)

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Latest post on 18 November 2015 - 09:58

It's a pain in the b@!% when you have allergies! I'm always complaining to Carrefour + Geant about this. Then there are those products with no instructions/ingredients in English and I have to type everything into Google translate! :cry: I know, I know...first world problems... :rainbow: Geant's own brand, Casino, are terrible. I have to think back to my GCSE French from 20 odd years ago! Oh my! I've just bought some Casino boxed rice...you are right! I got home and there are no instructions in English! My GCSE French is 5 years older than yours! Although I can't blame memory/time because DH has retained so much! Confused Rainbow

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Latest post on 17 November 2015 - 19:16

It's a pain in the b@!% when you have allergies! I'm always complaining to Carrefour + Geant about this. Then there are those products with no instructions/ingredients in English and I have to type everything into Google translate! :cry: I know, I know...first world problems... :rainbow:

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Latest post on 13 November 2015 - 18:54

Thanks for the replies guys! Having a bad day and DH is away at the moment. It just seems to be escalating. Believe me I've gone down there several times and spoken to them sternly (I'm a teacher and you can hear in a pin drop in my classrooms although to be fair I do teach at high school level). They hightail it and then 5 minutes later they're back again or you get a parent who threatens to call the police, screams in your face and tells you it's not your business to complain.....Sigh....I've been down 6 times today.... The lifeguard doesn't appear to be there all day and not just the times when he might be eating of visiting the bathroom. yes, there is a notice but notices tend to get ignored. Our friends don't want to come over because of the noise. Anyway, end of rant...tomorrow is a new day. Anyone else had to deal with these issues? Many moons ago we lived in Bur Dubai. It was a lovely building at first but over time the same problems occurred and management became lax. The building ended up run down-rubbish in the corridors, food in the pool etc. We were hoping not to repeat history.

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Latest post on 13 November 2015 - 10:56

Thanks skyfall :) Yes I'm at the Municipality stage I guess. The management are saying that the security tell the children but the children don't respect them and ignore their reprimands. The management have concluded that since the owners aren't bothered, why should they fuss. The owners say it's up to them if they want to trust their kids to be there unsupervised. There is a lifeguard most of the time but I guess he's keeping an eye on the pool not the surrounding areas where they are screaming/shouting/running/playing football/on bikes etc. Naturally my main concern is the safety element-I know it can just take seconds for something awful to happen... but I have to admit the noise is driving me crazy! Really appreciate your reply...have a blessed day! :rainbow:

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Latest post on 12 November 2015 - 20:01

I think I've seen them in Daiso...

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Latest post on 10 November 2015 - 18:39

I heartily recommend EVELYNE THOMAS. She is highly experienced. Her email is evelynelthomas at gmail dot com :)

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Latest post on 09 November 2015 - 16:43

Hi syd123, Yes, I may be everybody's least favourite dinner party guest! ;) I do eat rice...mostly brown although over time, even rice has taken a back seat to quinoa and millet. I also have corn pasta occasionally. Generally I keep it really simple...since most of my meals are anything from 60% upwards vegetables (except for breakfast which is usually a huge coconut smoothie with some greens or gluten free oat porridge) then the grains don't dominate so much. My husband is a pescetarian. Although he is not vegan, since I do pretty much all of the cooking, he eats the same as I do and adds fish or cheese when he wants. A typical day of food might include: -Fresh coconut smoothie with frozen banana (or mango, or berries), dates, some greens (whatever I have to hand), avocado, lemon, some flaxseed/chia/buckwheat bran and a sprinkle of Himalayan salt -Mid morning maybe some celery with peanut butter, some nuts,/seeds or crackers with hummus. If I'm on the move then I might have something like a Meridian cashew bar... -Lunch (my main meal) could be a huge salad with roast veggies, rajma and rice, something like the burrito bowl you linked or even quinoa sushi -Dinner..today it's pumpkin and apple soup with some gluten free crackers and edamame hummus. I do cook a lot and find some amazing ideas on the net. Recently started making gluten free and vegan pumpkin bread which is delicious: http://minimalistbaker.com/1-bowl-pumpkin-bread-v-gf/ :rainbow:

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Latest post on 09 November 2015 - 10:45

Hi Annie, I've been vegan for 10 years...it has gotten easier over time to find places to eat in Dubai and some great products. I'm wheat and gluten free too so I stick to tried and tested places... Camvic and Daza already made some great suggestions...I would add that the staff at The One Deli in Jumeirah have always been super accommodating. A few other places where I've found vegan food: -Bentoya (SZR) -Many Indian restaurants (but obviously check they don't cook with ghee)...several Chinese and Thai restaurants too (we love Lemongrass) -Curry Box/Noodle Box (delivery only) -The cafe at The Change Initiative (although I haven't tried it yet) -Several salad bar type places...there's one at BoxPark for example... -Lemonade (SZR) Hope this helps! Good luck on your journey ;)

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Latest post on 21 October 2015 - 18:08

Re. sshroff You're referring to Wasl Square and not Wasl Vita right? I might know someone....What date does the apartment become available? Also, do you know if pets are allowed (cats)? TIA! :rainbow:

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Latest post on 25 August 2015 - 09:03

Also available through Pretty Paper Studio (http://ppsuae.com) ;)

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Latest post on 17 August 2015 - 21:01

Can you remove the quote please me_mishi ? TIA. :)

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Latest post on 16 August 2015 - 21:03

Not tried it yet! Butttttttt...you have inspired me to start organising my craft space...A few more youtube vids and a huge kick up the you know what and I'll get there in the end! ;)

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Latest post on 06 August 2015 - 18:18

:biggrin: This youtuber has some good tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9I6J9CqXYDI :rainbow:

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Latest post on 06 August 2015 - 18:12

Is DEWA on the bin kitty FB page? :rainbow:

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Latest post on 04 August 2015 - 18:10

I have a Silhouette Cameo and am very excited about using it but I am ashamed to say that I haven't got started yet :cry: What with moving etc, it's still in the box....1 year later (ahem). Will get there in the end! Some great tutorials on youtube. BTW, if I'm not able to get home to the UK to stock up on supplies, I've found Pretty Paper Studio (http://ppsuae.com) offers a good range and reasonable prices ;) :rainbow:

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Latest post on 06 June 2015 - 08:58

Thanks sarahlou123 . Does anyone know when the Debenhams sale finishes?:)

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Latest post on 03 June 2015 - 18:40

Do you know if the sale is at all Debenhams stores in Dubai sarahlou123?

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Latest post on 27 May 2015 - 08:36

I bought some polenta at Geant Discovery Pavilion a couple of days ago ;) They also had the Aunt Jemima cornmeal. Hope that helps! :rainbow:

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Latest post on 25 May 2015 - 10:50

Yes, there is a new (recently opened) store in Umm Suqeim 2. It is further up Wasl Road than the one opposite Wasl Square, heading in the Abu Dhabi direction.

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Latest post on 24 May 2015 - 09:48

Hi Birchy, I recommend this photographer (contact details etc are available on the site): www.juicymonkeys.com His name is David Nascimento and his work is amazing. :)

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Latest post on 21 May 2015 - 19:50

Let me know if you're still looking for someone after you've spoken to MissBex21. :rainbow:

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Latest post on 26 April 2015 - 18:14

Me too Haloshtie19 :rainbow:

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Latest post on 17 April 2015 - 21:03

Dang! Ricky has still got it! :heart: :rainbow:

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Latest post on 25 March 2015 - 17:14

Hi Shontae, Feline Friends welcome book donations for their regular sales which I believe generate much needed funds. They were kind enough to pick up some boxes from us when we moved recently. You can contact the book sales coordinator here: [email protected] :rainbow:

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Latest post on 22 March 2015 - 17:46

Hi Ruby123, We went on Saturday. It was mostly clothes. We preferred the one last week at Ibn Battuta in terms of range available but I guess it's the luck of the draw. :rainbow:

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Latest post on 21 March 2015 - 08:43

-Kardashian/s <em>edited by veganprincess on 21/03/2015</em>

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