Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Aug 27th 2013, 10:25 pm
#2087
Just Joined
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
I am currently residing in Derby (UK) where I have lived all my life however soon to start my new job in Fujairah (UAE). I am married and have three children who are also looking forward to a their new life in the UAE as much as I am.
In my spare time, I enjoy motorsports and golf. Both myself and the wife have visited the UAE some years ago when my parents were living in Abu Dhabi, however I believe it's a lot different now
In my spare time, I enjoy motorsports and golf. Both myself and the wife have visited the UAE some years ago when my parents were living in Abu Dhabi, however I believe it's a lot different now
Aug 28th 2013, 6:35 am
#2088
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
I am currently residing in Derby (UK) where I have lived all my life however soon to start my new job in Fujairah (UAE). I am married and have three children who are also looking forward to a their new life in the UAE as much as I am.
In my spare time, I enjoy motorsports and golf. Both myself and the wife have visited the UAE some years ago when my parents were living in Abu Dhabi, however I believe it's a lot different now
In my spare time, I enjoy motorsports and golf. Both myself and the wife have visited the UAE some years ago when my parents were living in Abu Dhabi, however I believe it's a lot different now
Aug 28th 2013, 8:56 am
#2089
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Haven't seen or heard about a golf course of any type in FUJ, but I am not a golfer. Have you checked there are suitable schools for your children there? Few expats there although I have heard it is increasing due to new pipeline. Good luck.
Aug 30th 2013, 9:06 am
#2090
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Location: Abu Dhabi
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Hello! Have posted a few times already but thought I'd introduce myself!
Moved to AD last week. Am 26 yo female teacher! Starting to crave activites now that don't involve a trip to the mall, which is currently the only thing I seem to be doing!
Moved to AD last week. Am 26 yo female teacher! Starting to crave activites now that don't involve a trip to the mall, which is currently the only thing I seem to be doing!
Aug 31st 2013, 2:01 pm
#2091
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Location: Dubai
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Hi,
I am a 22 year old female who has just moved from the UK to work in Dubai as a Teacher. Looking forward to meeting new friends and echo the sentiment of ADteacher (looking for things to do which do not involve going to the Mall)
I am a 22 year old female who has just moved from the UK to work in Dubai as a Teacher. Looking forward to meeting new friends and echo the sentiment of ADteacher (looking for things to do which do not involve going to the Mall)
Aug 31st 2013, 2:14 pm
#2092
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
I am currently residing in Derby (UK) where I have lived all my life however soon to start my new job in Fujairah (UAE). I am married and have three children who are also looking forward to a their new life in the UAE as much as I am.
In my spare time, I enjoy motorsports and golf. Both myself and the wife have visited the UAE some years ago when my parents were living in Abu Dhabi, however I believe it's a lot different now
In my spare time, I enjoy motorsports and golf. Both myself and the wife have visited the UAE some years ago when my parents were living in Abu Dhabi, however I believe it's a lot different now
Welcome to you all!! I hope you enjoy being part of our little virtual BE community
Sep 10th 2013, 1:49 pm
#2093
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Just thought it would be nice for newbies to go introduce yourselves to folks here before diving in and asking questions, especially if you've not taken the time to check out the wiki or had a quick search for those common questions, spending a bit of time doing that goes a long way into getting help from folks without the shirty comments, it's the least you can do if you expect people to answer everything for you
So where are you from?
Got any kids?
Hobbies?
Whatever else
Oh and don't forget, different time zones and the weekend isn't Sat/Sun, so don't get shirty if you don't get a reply straight away
So where are you from?
Got any kids?
Hobbies?
Whatever else
Oh and don't forget, different time zones and the weekend isn't Sat/Sun, so don't get shirty if you don't get a reply straight away
Sep 10th 2013, 2:44 pm
#2094
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Hi everyone! Just came across this... So I am moving to Abu Dhabi from London in November. New husband in tow (no kids yet though, definitely a good few years off!) Hobbies are watching any sport (except golf) and playing quite a few of them. My husband is a massive ice hockey fan being from Colorado (don't know if anyone else on here is). Can beaches be a hobby? Oh and we're both pretty decent at pub quizzes if there is one in Abu Dhabi going on!
And welcome to BE. Do stick around.
Sep 10th 2013, 4:46 pm
#2095
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Hi everyone! Just came across this... So I am moving to Abu Dhabi from London in November. New husband in tow (no kids yet though, definitely a good few years off!) Hobbies are watching any sport (except golf) and playing quite a few of them. My husband is a massive ice hockey fan being from Colorado (don't know if anyone else on here is). Can beaches be a hobby? Oh and we're both pretty decent at pub quizzes if there is one in Abu Dhabi going on!
Oct 12th 2013, 6:56 pm
#2096
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Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Hi
New to the forums so please be kind.
In the final stages of agreeing the 'big move' to AD just waiting on the final contract. I'll then hand in my notice in the UK and three months later I'll almost be in AD.
This forum has been great so a big thank you to everyone who posts such useful information and comment.
New to the forums so please be kind.
In the final stages of agreeing the 'big move' to AD just waiting on the final contract. I'll then hand in my notice in the UK and three months later I'll almost be in AD.
This forum has been great so a big thank you to everyone who posts such useful information and comment.
Oct 14th 2013, 9:19 am
#2097
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Posts: 29,625
Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Hi
New to the forums so please be kind.
In the final stages of agreeing the 'big move' to AD just waiting on the final contract. I'll then hand in my notice in the UK and three months later I'll almost be in AD.
This forum has been great so a big thank you to everyone who posts such useful information and comment.
New to the forums so please be kind.
In the final stages of agreeing the 'big move' to AD just waiting on the final contract. I'll then hand in my notice in the UK and three months later I'll almost be in AD.
This forum has been great so a big thank you to everyone who posts such useful information and comment.
Oct 14th 2013, 2:35 pm
#2098
BE Co-Founder
Joined: Feb 2000
Location: Florida
Posts: 25,928
Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Welcome to BE!! Hope you enjoy being part of our community.
Hi
New to the forums so please be kind.
In the final stages of agreeing the 'big move' to AD just waiting on the final contract. I'll then hand in my notice in the UK and three months later I'll almost be in AD.
This forum has been great so a big thank you to everyone who posts such useful information and comment.
New to the forums so please be kind.
In the final stages of agreeing the 'big move' to AD just waiting on the final contract. I'll then hand in my notice in the UK and three months later I'll almost be in AD.
This forum has been great so a big thank you to everyone who posts such useful information and comment.
Oct 19th 2013, 12:19 pm
#2099
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Posts: 15
Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Just saying hello! My husband and I might be relocating to KSA in the coming months. He works in tv and I'm a full time mum to our 15 month old daughter. Also got another baby under construction, boy due in January. Smaller age gap than we were planning for, but these things happen I guess!
Finding lots of useful info on this site. When we first heard about the job there was no way in hell i was going to agree to move to KSA, but I think compound life might suit me quite nicely! I could afford to hire a cleaner for a start
I'm sure it won't be easy but I've read lots, good and bad, so hopefully going in with our eyes open.
Finding lots of useful info on this site. When we first heard about the job there was no way in hell i was going to agree to move to KSA, but I think compound life might suit me quite nicely! I could afford to hire a cleaner for a start
I'm sure it won't be easy but I've read lots, good and bad, so hopefully going in with our eyes open.
Last edited by beccajoh; Oct 19th 2013 at 12:22 pm.
Oct 19th 2013, 12:31 pm
#2100
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Joined: Feb 2000
Location: Florida
Posts: 25,928
Re: Newbies....Introduce yourselves to the ME crowd
Just saying hello! My husband and I might be relocating to KSA in the coming months. He works in tv and I'm a full time mum to our 15 month old daughter. Also got another baby under construction, boy due in January. Smaller age gap than we were planning for, but these things happen I guess!
Finding lots of useful info on this site. When we first heard about the job there was no way in hell i was going to agree to move to KSA, but I think compound life might suit me quite nicely! I could afford to hire a cleaner for a start I'm sure it won't be easy but I've read lots, good and bad, so hopefully going in with our eyes open.
Finding lots of useful info on this site. When we first heard about the job there was no way in hell i was going to agree to move to KSA, but I think compound life might suit me quite nicely! I could afford to hire a cleaner for a start
I'm sure it won't be easy but I've read lots, good and bad, so hopefully going in with our eyes open.