Jini
@GuestPoster400
Saudi expat in the Philippines
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About me
Saudi
Speaks English
Registration: 27 February 2012
Looking for a counsellor / psychologist by UziKhan
Hi there I am trying to help a friend find an english speaking expat counsellor/psychologist who can help deal with a recent diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Would appreciate if someone can recommend one in Riyadh. Also open to online ...
I work for someone who refers people to a good psychologist. If you're serious in your search, please PM me. Thanks. :) Read More
Life in Riyadh, KSA by Mattsavage7
Hi, I'm scheduled to move to Riyadh in a month; I've given notice to work but it is revocable. It's largely because of the career opportunity, although I have lived in Istanbul for a while and enjoyed that a lot, so cultural experience is an ...
I personally know a lot of male runners here in Riyadh. A lot of them run around the public circuit right outside King Fahad Medical City but there are other places to run too. I'm not sure about unusual outdoor pursuits but I'm quite certain that ... Read More
Isn't it the best rain of the season (Riyadh)? by TheLegendLeads
And what you guys are/have been doing?
These weightloss stats are awesome! Do initiate a thread for girl EB members/lurkers providing them tips about shredding off extra fats and get in a nice form. I personally hate treadmills... :/ There are other cardio alternatives like real ... Read More
Isn't it the best rain of the season (Riyadh)? by TheLegendLeads
And what you guys are/have been doing?
@TLL Thanks. It's easier now that I'm in-between jobs. I started the weight loss journey early October. I only lost 25 lbs from October 9 to January 31. I quit my job 3rd week of January. After that (Feb 1-March 26) came the next 17 lbs loss. I'm ... Read More
Isn't it the best rain of the season (Riyadh)? by TheLegendLeads
And what you guys are/have been doing?
The wind is awesome! The rain is glorious! Everything is fine~~~~XD I've been working out and losing weight. Am down 17 lbs since Feb 1... no diets, no paid gym memberships! I'll start swimming once the scorching weather arrives. Hope everyone else ... Read More
Any female gamers? by youngthegiant
Anyone going to [url=http://www.gcon-riyadh.com/]G-Con[/url]? Wish they had it for guys as well
@TLL Lolz! Good point!:one @popolocroix senpai you seem so devastated! *rofl* Anyway, I got word from the G-Con peeps via their twitter. They don't really have a criteria for the cosplay except it shouldn't be too revealing. :blink: I'm kinda ... Read More
Any female gamers? by youngthegiant
Anyone going to [url=http://www.gcon-riyadh.com/]G-Con[/url]? Wish they had it for guys as well
OMG OMG OMG! Thanks SOOOOO MUCH for sharing this! Will try my damn hardest to go! If they have DC2 available, I am so going there to buy it. I might also cosplay if I can meet their criteria.:happy: Read More
Hiya all, newbie! by britgirly
Hi all, new to 大咖福利影院, moving to Saudi within the next two months. Any advice on things to do or how to social in Riyadh for a twenty something! :) ta x
You know what x0mi07? Whenever I see your username, only one stupid thought strikes all the time: "is it a username or a password?" :lol: A combination of numbers, small & large alphabets... How did exams went through?:offtopic: sorry @britgirly ... Read More
Hiya all, newbie! by britgirly
Hi all, new to 大咖福利影院, moving to Saudi within the next two months. Any advice on things to do or how to social in Riyadh for a twenty something! :) ta x
I reserve my energy for people who have been around for awhile (and God help those people lol).@AC I've been here a while; a LONG while.:P but I've been mostly reading stuff since I'm a lurker.:lol: Welcome though newbie!^^ Read More
What to eat for lunch in Riyadh by Moestavern
Right then people, I work in the centre ish of Riyadh just off Jarir st and normally I would eat fruit for my lunch in my office. Occaisionally we venture out to McDonalds next door but it is what it is and I don,t really enjoy it. Now then there ...
I don't think middle eastern fastfood like kabsa can be considered "healthy" all around. Maybe some ful and falafel sandwiches? Falafel aren't super healthy since they're fried but ful sandwiches are okay if you're into the dip thing. If you don't ... Read More
Dr. Sulaiman Al-Habib Medical Group : General Clerk by ekdbr
[justify]Hi! I was offered a job here in the Philippines to be deployed at the said Hospital as a General Clerk. I just don't know what branch I will be assigned since I'm still not having any job interview at the manpower agency (they just sent me ...
A lot of my friends work in Habib. It's a really well known private hospital so info should be easily available online. Goodluck! Read More
Hello Riyadh Expat Blogggers! by Firstedge
Hi all, I have just moved from London to Riyadh. I have taken an apartment in the Al Hamra compound, which is quite nice, and am working in the Kingdom Tower. If any 大咖福利影院gers amongst you would like to meet up at some stage, we can arrange to ...
Welcome to the forum and to Riyadh!^^ Read More
Still finding Club Sandwich! by Feha
Hi there, Can anyone tell me from where i can have a club sandwich..(good one:P)..em still in searching.. haven't found it yet:s
There are a lot of good deli meats and cheeses sold here, lots of fresh veggies and more than a decent variety of bread and dressings to make a decent club sandwich. They also sell Aries beef bacon here which tastes awesome and turkey bacon if you ... Read More
Seaweed??
Ooooh. I'd love me some dried seaweed to. They used to sell some in tamimi but they don't anymore.:o If you guys know where I could buy some, please share your knowledge.=3 Read More
Dance Classes by satsu
Hello Everyone I'm looking for dance classes in Riyadh. Tango to be specific. your help is much appreciated :)
Hello everyone! I would very much appreciate it if anyone knows any private HipHop instructor -preferably female- Thank you.If you find one, please message me with any info. I wanna take hiphop lessons too.^^ Read More
What to do in riyadh, can you make life a little more interestinG???? by Talm
The idea is to come up with stuff, we would have categories and listing under 1-Gym : the hot weather in riyadh makes working out a luxury, you can't run outside its either too cold or too hot. To sunny or too crowded.
Pity I don't live near you--I'd walk with you!It's the thought that counts? *hugs* Thank you though! :kiss: I would've liked that. I tried to wave at the other filipinas around my age or other women who regularly walk alone but they don't seem to be ... Read More
Where to Buy baby food by its_me
I am new to this country. I am unable to find much variety of baby food. Can anyone guide me from can I buy foods like Gerber baby food, heinz barley and oatmeal cereal. I have already visited Panda, carrfour, lulu and few pharmacies and only found ...
@Maltisent Sorry. My bad. :( I didn't mean anything by it. My mom and I prepare the food by bulk ahead of time and use sterilized glass containers for them and put them on an ice cooler when we travel. I'm really sorry. I was just trying to be ... Read More
What to do in riyadh, can you make life a little more interestinG???? by Talm
The idea is to come up with stuff, we would have categories and listing under 1-Gym : the hot weather in riyadh makes working out a luxury, you can't run outside its either too cold or too hot. To sunny or too crowded.
xomi, r u still walking or not :)Nope. I told you that I'm not allowed to walk outside anymore. My fiance spoke to my folks about it so they've dissuaded me from walking outside. Then he surprised me by popping in here for vacation from Korea. He ... Read More
Place for jogging by mykingdom
Hello everybody. Does anyone know a nice place for runner near tahlia and holaya. or any suggestions for sport activity
Some other arab nationals wear those super short shorts:blink: (I'll have to get over there one of these days lol)The basketball shorts circa 1979.:lol: It's shocking but neither the men wearing them nor the men seeing them seem unfazed.:cool: Read More
Where to Buy baby food by its_me
I am new to this country. I am unable to find much variety of baby food. Can anyone guide me from can I buy foods like Gerber baby food, heinz barley and oatmeal cereal. I have already visited Panda, carrfour, lulu and few pharmacies and only found ...
Hey ladies! Has anyone here tried making their own baby foods? Read More
What to do in riyadh, can you make life a little more interestinG???? by Talm
The idea is to come up with stuff, we would have categories and listing under 1-Gym : the hot weather in riyadh makes working out a luxury, you can't run outside its either too cold or too hot. To sunny or too crowded.
@talm I say walk around in Prince Sultan or KFMC. The weather is super awesome now. It will be sandy and windy tomorrow but not today. @TLL it takes 25 minutes to dress and bake chicken tenders. You can wrap them in your own pita bread from tamimi ... Read More
CIGARETTES by IKE F
Hello I'm due to visit my family in a couple of months {ENGLAND}, Freinds and family keep asking me to bring them cigarettes home. IS THERE A LIMIT TO WHAT I CAN TAKE THROUGH THE AIRPORT? WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF CUSTOMS SEE THAT I'M CARRING LETS SAY ...
I can't vouch for anything but I thought I'd share some experiences. My dad's a heavy smoker so we usually carry a lot of his cigarettes when traveling. When we went to the US last august my dad brought 18 cartons with him. But then again, there ... Read More
Place for jogging by mykingdom
Hello everybody. Does anyone know a nice place for runner near tahlia and holaya. or any suggestions for sport activity
I'll be moving to Riyadh (near Olaya/Tahlia) in a few weeks. Is it permissable to wear shorts when running--either outdoors or in a fitness center like FirstFitness in the Localizer Mall? An old 80s-expat told me "No." I just wanted to confirm. ... Read More
Newbie member (but I've been lurking for a while) by GuestPoster400
Hey everyone! I'm Jini and I'm here in Saudi Arabia to work as a Registered Nurse in King Fahad Medical City. I've been living in Riyadh for half of my life though. I guess even if I was born here, since I don't have the jinsea (nationality), I'm ...
X0mi)7: welcome aboard! Well now that you have introduced. stop lurking and start posting. Nursing school has been over for a bit i think.. :D Cheers!Yeah it has been over since June '09. I've been traveling. Egypt, Philippines, and other parts of ... Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
...Four rounds of KFMC walk? :o Maybe, if you say: "just 2 rounds" will really attract some of your friends/relatives? heheh....:/ i recommend getting Dance Central 2 or Just Dance 3 for kinect ;) it can really pop up some sweats in u...yeah... 4 ... Read More
An IT Professional New In Riyadh Hi 2 EveryOne by Enigmatic _ady
hi, hello , as salamu alaykum, let me introduce my self em Ali an IT PROFESSIONAL working in travel industry i am new in riyadh I hope to get to know you all :) now its your turn please introduce your self .........
Welcome! Hope you find riyadh as interesting as EB and its forums!:D Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
@x0mi07 >>> I heard a lot of ill-stuffs happening around the KFMC vicinity...for sure, not all people are out there for the same reason you are... Walking or Jogging alone is just inviting trouble - as you said - you had your fair share of stalkers ... Read More
Beats by Dr. Dre Headphones (OverEars) by TheLegendLeads
Does anyone own a Dr. Dre headphones [u][b]purchased from Saudi Arabia.[/b][/u] After that: Did someone get a chance to compare the one purchased from [u][b]Dr. Dre authorized rellers[/b][/u] somewhere abroad to the ones [i][b] purchased from ...
Thank you!=D At least I know Jarir is an authorized retailer!^^ Read More
n00b in Riyadh by Britisher
Hi everyone, I've recently moved over from England; to teach English for the Prep Year in KSU. The forum has a whole load of helpful and useful stuff that I've been reading; and I look forward to being part of this e-community and beseeching your ...
Welcome to the forum!:D Hope you have a great time in Riyadh!:) Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
A deplorable and horrible incident of course. Risk is an essential part of life;;; always go hand in glove. We have to manage it each and every day. Let me remind you of a term called ACAT. US Defense Department builds & plans circumfering the ... Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
Hi x0mi07 - The most of the Tips have already been given, but i wud like to add some and here they go... 1)Trust your instincts. If something feels wrong, something is probably wrong. 2) Be aware of your surroundings. 3) Walk close to the curb, ... Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
Upon further reading regarding shouting 'fire!' natural instinct may cause you to forget planned reactions, most people shout in response to the attack... just make sure you scream your lungs out, deafen him if you can, lol. listen, stop driving ... Read More
Newbie member (but I've been lurking for a while) by GuestPoster400
Hey everyone! I'm Jini and I'm here in Saudi Arabia to work as a Registered Nurse in King Fahad Medical City. I've been living in Riyadh for half of my life though. I guess even if I was born here, since I don't have the jinsea (nationality), I'm ...
Welcome Jini!!! (((((hugs)))) we met on other threads but just noticed your belated intro... an entire year overdue, you joker! I did my lurking for a couple weeks before joining - I think you may hold a record there!LOLZ. what can I say?^^ I ... Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
I answered your pm with a lengthy message, I need to practice summarising my points.lolYou and me both!^^ We're meant to be friends!^^ Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
hey hun, the vibes are mutual Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
Hi Xomi07, This is real sad and tragic. Hopefully the long arm of the law will catch the culprits! Since I don't live in Saudi and I have no idea what compound life is like, I can only offer general advice. 1- As Faisal said, dont venture out late ... Read More
HELLO!.... my first post/intro/Hello! by Btwn-Fear-N-Hope
Hello everyone, I hope that all is well with everyone that reads this post and please don't feel you need to reply or make a grande welcome for lil me. I read in some other posts a request to 'introduce yourself' so here is my intro: I am a 29yr ...
Hi xOmi07, Thank you for the welcome! (((((hugs)))) Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
well wt to say its really unfortunate. At least always try to walk along many people not alone. i also walk around KFMC in the same time daily but i haven't noticed something unusual , may be i m a man thats y, but i also c many ladies walking alone ... Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger? by GuestPoster400
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ...
We walked the same strip for over an year but without witnessingany such untoward incident. Honestly, if you do not see it, it did not happen unless someone really trust worthy witnessed it. Anyways, stay safe, stay healthy. To the point of ... Read More
Beats by Dr. Dre Headphones (OverEars) by TheLegendLeads
Does anyone own a Dr. Dre headphones [u][b]purchased from Saudi Arabia.[/b][/u] After that: Did someone get a chance to compare the one purchased from [u][b]Dr. Dre authorized rellers[/b][/u] somewhere abroad to the ones [i][b] purchased from ...
OMG. Thank you for this info. I was really contemplating buying a set of Studio Beats. I guess I'll have to do my research first before buying it from the retailer... since... you know... I still don't have my own credit card and therefore can't ... Read More
HELLO!.... my first post/intro/Hello! by Btwn-Fear-N-Hope
Hello everyone, I hope that all is well with everyone that reads this post and please don't feel you need to reply or make a grande welcome for lil me. I read in some other posts a request to 'introduce yourself' so here is my intro: I am a 29yr ...
I hear a lot about racial discrimination and gender bias... details please! thank you all once again in advanceFirst of all, welcome to the forum! *hugs* I'm the cheery kumbayah kinda girl too! Read More
Newbie member (but I've been lurking for a while) by GuestPoster400
Hey everyone! I'm Jini and I'm here in Saudi Arabia to work as a Registered Nurse in King Fahad Medical City. I've been living in Riyadh for half of my life though. I guess even if I was born here, since I don't have the jinsea (nationality), I'm ...
Welcome on Board and open the Pandora Box of your Experience !!!Thank you!^^ Hopefully I'll stay a long long long long time.=D Read More
King Fahad MC Hospital any employees out there? by Patsystone
Hi there, Anyone working at KFMC? Please do get in contact as I'd like to touch base with you. T
I'm not really an employee yet but I live in KFMC and I sent you a message.=) Read More
Newbie member (but I've been lurking for a while) by GuestPoster400
Hey everyone! I'm Jini and I'm here in Saudi Arabia to work as a Registered Nurse in King Fahad Medical City. I've been living in Riyadh for half of my life though. I guess even if I was born here, since I don't have the jinsea (nationality), I'm ...
Nice meeting you too x0mi07. Glad you are a contributor now; rather than a mere observer. Keep it up please. A few days back, I was in communication with someone out of KSA and she was looking for someone from KFMC to get some questions answered. ... Read More
Girl Talk: How Can Single Women Avoid Stranger Danger?
Because I live within the compound, I've been walking around King Fahad Medical City every evening for a few months now and I've experienced my fair share of creepers and stalkers. Avoidance or really loud direct confrontation usually does the trick ... Read More
Newbie member (but I've been lurking for a while)
Hey everyone! I'm Jini and I'm here in Saudi Arabia to work as a Registered Nurse in King Fahad Medical City. I've been living in Riyadh for half of my life though. I guess even if I was born here, since I don't have the jinsea (nationality), I'm ... Read More