Category Archives: work

So Loved and Now Lost

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Dubai Mum

I know it sounds overly dramatic to speak of a lost, inanimate, threadbare, much-in-need-of-a-wash, favourite comfy toy in that way, but that’s how I feel.  I can’t even begin to imagine how DD feels. Today she went to the mall … Continue reading →

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Dinner Menu Boredom

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Dubai Mum

A hungry DH arrived through the door tonight, salivating, thinking about a scrumptious, hearty meal that he hoped awaited him. All I can say is, he was probably smelling the aroma of next door’s cooking on his way up the … Continue reading →

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Torture….

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Dubai Mum

Some days I find I endure many forms of torture….Today was one of those days. With the aim of avoiding what has become insane traffic to exit the community in which we live, I left extra early for work.  First … 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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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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