2016-03-19 18:53
I was at Mall of the Emirates running some errands last evening when I received a call. Knowing it was one that demanded concentration, I stood on the side next to a wall and away from the h… Read More
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2016-03-19 18:53
So, I wasn't sure what to write about this week. And though I do form an opinion about almost anything, I rarely speak that opinion - not after getting married at least.However, this piece g… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
Last night, the Mrs & I decided to pick up some cupcakes for the kids from the mall.It turned out that the famous NY bakery ran out of my daughter's favorite flavor, as it was about 11:4… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
Yes, ordering food by phone in Dubai can get really wrong .. order arriving late, arriving wrong or missing items, the guy doesn't have change..etc. However, over the years, I have learned… Read More
2010-06-09 07:15
Yeah, blogging is dead (or is dying anyways) and instant updates and microblogging is the big thing now. Everyone wants you to make your point in 140 characters or less.If you have somethin… Read More
2010-05-26 08:46
A blogger with multiple aliases has been plaguing UAE's blogsphere for a few years now. Counter to the true nature and spirit of this good land, his posts and his comments were full of hate… Read More
2009-12-02 20:04
Celebrations this year has been different. Most people i know noticed it. The build up to Dec 2nd has been very visible every I go. On the radio, TV.. on the streets, in malls.. People from… Read More
2009-10-26 02:49
Another example to how sad and disgusting the property market here has become... Thirty eight families will find out later on Sunday if they are to be evicted from their homes in Discovery… Read More
2009-10-07 07:01
Labeled as Amazon's iPod, Oprah loves it and when I travel to the US, every other person I meet rubs a Kindle in my face ... Today, the news is out … after a lingering wait, people… Read More
2009-10-05 04:21
Having a couple of trolleys in the building is always useful for the tenants. Especially when you come back loaded with shopping bags and no one is there to help you carry them.But not this… Read More
2009-09-28 02:52
I was asked once to give my thoughts on the UAE 'social media' scene -as someone who's been doing this for some time now- and does NOT blatantly yell over roof tops claiming to be the first… Read More
2009-09-17 05:37
With about a couple of days left for the holy month of Ramadan to end, we will all resuming a 'normal' life style - and to many, that includes getting back on the junk-food cycle.Before you… Read More
2009-09-09 11:00
History is in the making today for Dubai, UAE and the Middle East. First, we have the launch of the highly anticipated Dubai Metro. Truly a proud moment to all Emaratis in general and the… Read More
2009-09-05 05:31
Kinda same thing that happened to me with Emitac. Only difference is that in the US, these people get caught and (hopfully) will scam people no more. Whereas here, they win awards Read More
2009-09-01 04:50
I get all sorts of comments on this blog. But one thing I noticed over my 5 year stint in checking out blogs and knowing bloggers... People do leave comments that does actually reflect their… Read More
2009-08-27 09:49
Deira City CentreIts been almost 4 years since I last stepped into that mall. Heavy downtown traffic and drivers racing thru its parking lots, was always a turn off for me to spend anytime t… Read More
2009-08-26 13:21
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2009-08-22 17:33
What happened to fawanees Ramadan (lanterns)? Where is the mesahharati and the light-crescent decorations all over the place?These past few years, the only noticeable public display of Ramad… Read More
2009-08-18 14:25
If you had the chance to give, would you donate to a 'care package for Dubai's Labourers' or to a 'care package to families in Gaza'? Read More
2009-08-17 05:44
I don’t know about you, but I lost count to the number of times I felt mistreated, misdiagnosed, or simply screwed over by hospitals, medical clinics and -specially- insurance companie… Read More
2009-08-16 08:16
Read in Gulfnews the story on UAE residents refilling cooking gas in Oman: "Residents take big risk to save a few dirhams" .... Actually, they are saving a bit more than just “a few Di… Read More
2009-08-11 04:07
Me: Excuse me, but can I ask you a question?Union Coop Rep: Yes, how can I help you.Me: I was looking at the Basmati Rice promos you have here, and noticed this: Green Valley Basmati Rice 5K… Read More
2009-08-10 19:17
I read this story in the 'Letters to the Editor' section in Gulf News this morning. The headline was sizzling with words such "losing control" and "poses danger".. The report suggests a driv… Read More
2009-08-08 08:57
back from personal time off, away from everything, everyone and only surrounded by family and very close friends ... normal activity to be resumed soon Read More
2009-07-15 07:17
Lately, I received almost half a dozen emails accusing me of being too "pro-Dubai," "a brown-nose for the government", "too blind to see what is really happening here" and -my personal favor… Read More
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