Monthly Archives: December 2012

Writers

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Dubai Mum

As Jules Renard (who?) once said ‘Writing is the only profession where no one considers you ridiculous if you earn no money.’ Not sure DH will go for that……

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The 2nd Day of Christmas Holidays

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Dubai Mum

for our Housekeeper, and I am wondering why I ever agreed to her taking her leave at Christmas (as opposed to the contractually stipulated summer)! DH and I work.  The 3 munchkins are still at school. Day 1 – a … Continue reading →

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The Things Kids Say

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Dubai Mum

At bedtime last night DS2 asked ‘how old was Jesus when he was deaded?’ I was quite taken aback at this question, moreso because I wasn’t even aware he was familiar with ‘Jesus’!  Well, I have mentioned him in passing, … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas Dubai

Posted on December 15, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Today I received the good news that some of my Christmas cards made it to their European destinations.  I am sooo pleased.   The cards were cute; pictures of camels with red santa hats lounging in the sand, UAE landmarks, Christmas trees … Continue reading →

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DS2’s Santa List

Posted on December 15, 2012 by Dubai Mum

When I asked DS2 what he would like from Santa, he replied ‘Arsenal Kit’.  Then I found the real list….. iPhone – errrmmm….no! iPad – eerrrmmmm – no! Car – clarification received confirmed this as a ‘real’ car.  On explaining … Continue reading →

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DS1’s List for Santa

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Dubai Mum

And in no particular order of preference…..why do I get the feeling he has yet to complete this list?????? Bouncy Castle – I fear we do not have the space.  Besides, it would melt in the desert! Rugby Kit – Only … Continue reading →

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The World’s Local Bank

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Dubai Mum

When my ATM card was declined by ATMs of 3 different banks yesterday, I hoped it was a glitch with my bank or a faulty magnetic strip.  I even wouldn’t have been too bothered if it were DH sending me … Continue reading →

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Bad Luck Comes in Threes…..

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Our weekend had gotten off to such a good start.  DS1 had his first rugby training session – all injury free (Mummy happy!).  Birthday party attendance went off a treat.  Saturday dawned, and off we went in search of the … Continue reading →

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Rugby Lesson

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Dubai Mum

I swore I would not let my sons play rugby until they were in Uni, and when they followed their interest in football, I have to say, I was their number 1 supporter.  Don’t get me wrong; I enjoy watching … Continue reading →

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Deck the Halls

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Dubai Mum

I love this time of year.   My 3 munckins love this time of year.   Number 2 on the list of ‘Eternally Repeated Questions’, coming right behind ‘are we nearly there yet?’, ‘when can we put up the Christmas tree’, finally … Continue reading →

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