Monthly Archives: September 2012

My Week

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Since Monday (the 2nd day of our week in this part of the world), I have had the distinct feeling that the week was not going by as quickly as usual, and definitely not as quickly as I would like!  … Continue reading →

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Battle of Wills

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Dubai Mum

So, having had a, how should I best describe it?  Oh yes, a challenging year with DS1’s homework last year, I thought I would pre-empt all future resistance by planning my strategy in advance of the new academic year.  I … Continue reading →

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Week 2 of Big School

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Sunday – tears…. Monday – no tears but reluctant to be parted from Daddy Tuesday – see Monday Wednesday – hardly looked round and had to be asked by Daddy for a goodbye hug and kiss!!!! Now we are not … Continue reading →

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School Run Envy

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Dubai Mum

On the odd occasion that I do the morning drop off at school or nursery, I would often find myself staring dreamily at those Mums dressed in their gym gear, ready to hit the gym once the bell tolled for … Continue reading →

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Chatterboxes

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Three days into the new school year and we are slowly getting into the swing of things….DS1 and DD have had no problems settling back into school….though that may change when focus and homework will be required from next week!  … Continue reading →

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Chats at our Dinner Table

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Usually, and I am embarrassed to say this, the topics of conversation at our dinner table are rather limited.  ‘Poop’, ‘farting’ and ‘burping’ are recurring themes.  Cringeworthy, I know.  However, recently the topic has turned to the boys’ favourite sport … Continue reading →

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First Day at Big School

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Dubai Mum

At 5am, I woke with a jolt; feeling like I was late for an exam or an important appointment.  But what appointment?  My mind was so sleepy blur, I couldn’t quite recall what was so important…..Just as I rolled over … Continue reading →

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The Night Before the First Day

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Tomorrow my Dubai Baby starts school.  Where has the time gone????  It was only 5 years ago that we moved to Dubai and now my Dubai Baby is starting in Reception. I think DS2 and I feel the same.  Well, … Continue reading →

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Guilt is a Trip not Worth Taking

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Dubai Mum

The wise words on a magnet I bought over the summer holidays……and suitable for my fridge door, especially as all the ‘goodies’ aren’t in the fridge!!!!

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Expat Post-Holiday Blues

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Dubai Mum

I can’t believe it’s been 2 weeks since we have been back in Dubai and one more sleep till school starts…..the summer holidays in the Emerald Isle seem soooooo long ago.  I miss my homeland.  Don’t get me wrong, I … Continue reading →

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