Category Archives: Desert

The Cat Amongst the Pigeons

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Dubai Mum

DS2 has created divisions in the household.  He is only 5 years old, but he is like a union leader…..refusing to follow/listen/acknowldege what his more experienced elders (i.e., DH and Grandad)  have known for a very, very, very longtime – … Continue reading →

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Trick or Treat?

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Hallow’een has become like Christmas for the kids.  In the run up to the day, they talk about it non-stop and pour as much energy into the celebration as they do into writing their letters to Santa!  They drag me … Continue reading →

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Seasons

Posted on October 27, 2012 by Dubai Mum

are something that one feels Dubai is missing. When asked, people will often say that there are only three real seasons in Dubai: hot, hotter and OMG, have I died and gone to hell? And then we creep towards the … Continue reading →

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Car Chats can be Very Entertaining

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Dubai Mum

‘Mummy, what language do I speak?’ asked DS1. ‘English’ was my reply, knowing where this was going. Last week we had a letter from the school about the children’s assembly.  The class assembly will focus on the concept of ‘reduce, … Continue reading →

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School Rules

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Going back to school is always a big adjustment after the summer holidays.  Getting the kids up, dressed, fed, watered, teeth brushed, and into the car for their school run is hard enough…..and even moreso when the temperatures are still … Continue reading →

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