umm jacoub
Singaporean expat in Jordan
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Registration: 14 April 2012
What do you like the most in Jordan? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Jordan? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Jordan and the reason why you enjoy your ...
9 years in Amman... I can say.. I like the weather.... :D Read More
Chinese in Amman by jjblack
Does Amman have a Chinatown? Any Chinese expats on the forum? I would like to keep up my Chinese language while I am here even though I have come to study Arabic.
Chinese food served in restaurants in Amman is no where near the original Chinese cuisine. Mainly the sauces here have a different taste and those you find at Carrefour are mostly imported from Thailand or the Phillipines. Read More
Teaching jobs for native English speakers by umsulieman
Salaams, There is a new school located in Jubeiha,Amman, called American Digital schools. They are looking for native English speakers, preferably American, to teach grades KG1-6th grade. E-mail me if you're interested or have questions
Salamu aleikum sister, Hope all things well with you. Just wondering if you're still teaching @ American Digital Schools. Read More
One page of your Jordanian logbook by Primadonna
This topic is dedicated to all expects who live here for a short or long stay in Jordan. People who are preparing their move to Jordan can find lots of information on the net but its hard to find personal experiences of a normal daily life. ...
Hello Prmadonna.. I am now back to teaching in school...Alhamdulillah.. and just to let you know...I now have a baby girl...6 months old. Nice that you are visiting Holland. :) Read More
Jordanian Passport by ced1983
Hello all, In another thread I read from Primadonna that there's a possibility to request Jordanian passport. I've heard mixed answers on this where some people say it's possible some say I can never get it. 1. What are the pre-requisites to ...
In addition to this, my sister in law , who is a Jordanian is married to an Egyptian but is unable to apply Jordanian citizenship / passports for her 2 boys. Read More
Jordanian Passport by ced1983
Hello all, In another thread I read from Primadonna that there's a possibility to request Jordanian passport. I've heard mixed answers on this where some people say it's possible some say I can never get it. 1. What are the pre-requisites to ...
you mean to say you can live out of Jordan and then apply for Jordanian passport? As far as I know... I renew my iqamah every year and after the 5th year I am eligible to apply for Jordanian passport. As for my grandfather's name I didn't have them ... Read More
Jordanian Passport by ced1983
Hello all, In another thread I read from Primadonna that there's a possibility to request Jordanian passport. I've heard mixed answers on this where some people say it's possible some say I can never get it. 1. What are the pre-requisites to ...
You need to stay In Jordan for at least 5 years. But I am not sure if you'll get one simply because most of the time...the husband gives the nationality to the wife not the other way round. As for the names of the kids... they follow the father's. I ... Read More
To Filipino Expats... my heartfelt condolences.
It is unfortunately to hear the devastating news of the recent typhoon Haiyan.Hopefully the situation is better contained at this juncture. I hope that the families of the Filipino community in Jordan are not affected by the calamity. Our prayers ... Read More
Sea Food Night out by Kate29
Been thinking to have Sea Food Night out with other expats,sometime soon. My meeting with Rachel & Paul,and Mark Katanani is really inspired me to have another get together,they reeaaaallly Lovely peoples in real life,we had so much fun on our ...
ohh Kate..how I envy you!!! Nasi Lemak...was planning to make it this week. Wallahi I miss food back home! Hey, when you visit Singapore do let me know.. Read More
Sea Food Night out by Kate29
Been thinking to have Sea Food Night out with other expats,sometime soon. My meeting with Rachel & Paul,and Mark Katanani is really inspired me to have another get together,they reeaaaallly Lovely peoples in real life,we had so much fun on our ...
Missing my Singapore's ikan bakar, butter prawns and of course satay ..huhuhu Anyway Kate..any idea where I can find fishballs here. A Japanese neighbour onced told me that she usually buy them at a Friday Chinese market somewhere @ Sportscity... Read More
New to shmeisani... by Britishf
Hi, I'm new to Amman. Staying near the 3rd circle, shmeisani. Was wondering if there was anybody nearby as I'm clueless about the area, if there is a gym, supermarket, stuff like that. Also, just looking for friends!
I think you are near Wadi saqra :D I live in ElWeibdeh...not so far from where you are. There is Cozmo @ Wadi Saqra. Where you can find a lot of international products compared to cCrrefour / Spinneys. Read More
For those cupcake lovers, an easy recipe to share... by umm jacoub
My kids simply love eating the cakes that I bake...some of their favourites are Fudgy Brownies, Cherry Swirl Chiffon...Orange glazed cupcakes.. Red Velvet and of course my super moist Chocolate cake.. But this cupcake recipe is simple and you need ...
Masha Allah sister. May Allah swt reward you and me as well..for your good deeds. Ameen. Read More
For those cupcake lovers, an easy recipe to share...
My kids simply love eating the cakes that I bake...some of their favourites are Fudgy Brownies, Cherry Swirl Chiffon...Orange glazed cupcakes.. Red Velvet and of course my super moist Chocolate cake.. But this cupcake recipe is simple and you need ... Read More
looking for job in Amman Jordan by safsofa
I'm looking job in Amman Jordan.. And I'm looking some information for kindergarten school for international student...
Salam. Ahlan wa sahlan from Amman. I am originally from Singapore and living in Amman for 7 years now. I am a qualified teacher and I can safely say that international schools here usually hire teachers who are native English speakers or those with ... Read More
u must be in Jordan by k-al
You know you've lived as an expat in Jordan when: 1) You cried twice: when you got there and when you left 2)(for girls) You got used to be stared at by guys from 5 to 90 years old 3)Taxis honk at anything 4)Taxis always listen to the same old ...
U must be in Jordan(or Amman per say)when i) the pavements are planted with trees.. :) (good workout mothers like me pushing strollers..ups and downs.. not to mention that the pavements are never of the same level) ii)car garages are turned into ... Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
Really? So how is it you loved an American lady, but then thought about it and retreated to your own kind, instead of doing the right thing and marrying the American lady? So much for "marry whom you love".He contradicts himself :) Read More
Extended holiday to Jordan
Salam and ahlan wa sahlan... I stay in Jabal Weibdeh and here there is a markaz Al Quran somewhere near the Ammon theatre. The markaz is next to the Police Station which is opposite the Abdali Bus station. My sister in law who lives in Hurghada ... Read More
may somebody recommend me with a Gynecologists in Amman by Samahit
Hello, I just found out that im pregnant :) Im still new here and I know nothing about good Gynecologists in Amman, can somebody recommend me with a good one and give me the details of the clinic address and phone number. HELP would be appreciated :)
Hi..first of all congrats to you!! Anyway, my husband's sister just gave birth not too long ago...and she went to Farah Hospital... and her GYN/OBS is a family member.. Dr Zeid Kilani. Read More
Journey to Palestine
Salam... If I am not mistaken, to charter a taxi from Amman to Husein bridge may cost about 20 to 30JD. But you can also arrange for the taxi to be with you whilst you are in Jerusalem and bring you back to Amman but it is best to arrange this with ... Read More
Journey to Palestine
A friend of mine is in Jerusalem now. She left yesterday.As a Singaporean , she doesn't need to apply visa beforehand to enter Palestine. You can hire a taxi to send you to the border , Husein bridge and from there you may catch a taxi from the ... Read More
Starting a small business in Amman by Sweilem
Hello everyone I'm back to Jordan after being away for sone years and I'm trying to find out what business I can think of in Amman Can you suggest ideas ?
I can really relate to that. I was conned by my sister-in-law's husband's nephew 2 years' ago. Supposedly, we were in a venture to bring in foreign maids. Alas, I lost my money and made a police report, got a lawyer. There were 11 of us whom he ... Read More
Question for expats who want to live in Amman ? by abman4444
I'm trying to find out what are the important features that any apartment should have in the eyes of single or a couple planning to rent and stay for 6-12 months here in Amman/Jordan ? is it the location, the furnishing, appliances, or the ...
hehehe..tell me about Elweibdeh.. been staying here for 7 years..and I love it !!! Read More
"Be careful of what you say ..." what's your take on this?
hahaha... sure kate ..all comments are meaningful .. :) Read More
"Be careful of what you say ..." what's your take on this?
Just would like to share someone's FB status: "Be careful of what you say, though it may be forgiven, it may not be forgotten." Kindly share your views. I would dearly appreciate if married women / mothers out there share their input on this issue Read More
Amman Weather by Adam j
Hello, hope all of you is fine with this stormy weather. what is your plan to spend the coming three days in such a weather?
Not only the kids, even me get the feeling to eat every hour or so... and can't get out of bed in the morning. What kind of cookies did you already bake? I want also bake but my kitchen is so cold....:nothappy:Yalla drop by my place and I'll bake ... Read More
Amman Weather by Adam j
Hello, hope all of you is fine with this stormy weather. what is your plan to spend the coming three days in such a weather?
Winter time, my kids get hungry all the time... so it's baking and cooking time for me. This winter I have at least baked 11 cakes... hehehe.. Read More
Newborn laundry detergent
Hello, I wanted to know where can I find newborn/ baby laundry detergent here? I looked at Safeway n c town n haven't any luck. Any ideas?Perhaps you may want to check up Robins since they specialised in baby / kids products or the baby/kids ... Read More
R.O WATER SYSTEM by livekrish
hi there!, Happy new year 2013. I would like to know any R.O water purification system here in jordan? small one for house purpose. if yes, 1. May i know the address and phone number? 2. Approximate/indicative price for the ...
Krish... the company's name is Dweik... it is located along Abdali on the way to Balad. Read More
R.O WATER SYSTEM by livekrish
hi there!, Happy new year 2013. I would like to know any R.O water purification system here in jordan? small one for house purpose. if yes, 1. May i know the address and phone number? 2. Approximate/indicative price for the ...
where in Abdali ( this equipment available)?? every week i m going there to meet my friends...!..i will go and try!ahh..it is near the Abdali Friday souq I think...I will ask my husband again... by the way, I stay near the Church across the Abdali ... Read More
R.O WATER SYSTEM by livekrish
hi there!, Happy new year 2013. I would like to know any R.O water purification system here in jordan? small one for house purpose. if yes, 1. May i know the address and phone number? 2. Approximate/indicative price for the ...
thanks UMM for the piece of info...i also checked local markets... nothing is found!.. I think i have to be happy with the mineral water locally available...!My husband told me that you can find the Reverse Osmosis thingie at Downtown..but they are ... Read More
R.O WATER SYSTEM by livekrish
hi there!, Happy new year 2013. I would like to know any R.O water purification system here in jordan? small one for house purpose. if yes, 1. May i know the address and phone number? 2. Approximate/indicative price for the ...
Asked my husband, told me there are many places selling this. Range from 100 JDs upwards. But he won't recommend this, saying that it wastes a lot of water as it only gives back 60 % after the osmosis process. Read More
Meet people in Jordan by moe.me
where can i find thai people in jordan ?
Sawa dee ka?? koon sa bai di mai?? hehehe PHUKET is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Read More
Rules for divorce and spouse wanting to move to another country by angeleyefaery
I desperately need help on an issue about divorce. I was living in India with my Indian boyfriend for 6 months from April 2012 to September 2012. We got married 11th of May 2012 by the Foreign Marriage Act. I spent 35000 danish crones (around ...
I desperately need help on an issue about divorce. I was living in India with my Indian boyfriend for 6 months from April 2012 to September 2012. We got married 11th of May 2012 by the Foreign Marriage Act. I spent 35000 danish crones (around ... Read More
NEW YEAR EVE PARTY 2012 / 2013 by Nadzyg
Hello, Let me introduce my self, i am Nadi 30 years old, from Croatia, living and working in Jordan for last 6 years. I am married living with my wife and 3 beautiful children. So now when i finished my introduce i would like to introduce my idea. ...
Join Us :) https://www.facebook.com/events/377725675653163/Thought that it is an "Expats Only" party... I browse on Fbook but I realised most of those keen to attend are mainly Jordanians. Read More
If you are very very rich by Primadonna
what will you do with al your money or property?
If I am rich, I will start big projects so that the unemployed skilled people can have fair chances. I wonder if being rich means more (fake) friends as well.Believe me... many are like that irregardless of their nationalities... but if you are ... Read More
NEW YEAR EVE PARTY 2012 / 2013 by Nadzyg
Hello, Let me introduce my self, i am Nadi 30 years old, from Croatia, living and working in Jordan for last 6 years. I am married living with my wife and 3 beautiful children. So now when i finished my introduce i would like to introduce my idea. ...
Still i negotiating with two different hotels i would like to arrange best price so everyone can come, but tomorrow i will provide all needed information regarding the place, price and program details. Don't worry, be happy New year is coming :)New ... Read More
If you are very very rich by Primadonna
what will you do with al your money or property?
Nothing is more noble than taking care and supporting the orphans. Don't have to be rich to do this.Unfortionally you are wrong. One of my goals when I came to Jordan was to open several small orphanages, where they can live as a big family with "a ... Read More
If you are very very rich by Primadonna
what will you do with al your money or property?
Nothing is more noble than taking care and supporting the orphans. Don't have to be rich to do this. Read More
If you are very very rich by Primadonna
what will you do with al your money or property?
Why all the seriousness??.. chill.. @Imaduno... if you want 4 wives... so be it .. would be good though if you marry those Syrian widows whose husbands died in the crisis.. at least you'll be doing good deeds raising their children. Read More
Phone contract for foreigner
Tks, problem solved :). However, the cost for info exchange is really expensive here - over 100JD per month - 51.5jd for mobil 11.5 jd for international service 29jd for internet 26jd for blackberry service 10jd for fix line tel and maybe I need ... Read More
If you are very very rich by Primadonna
what will you do with al your money or property?
Oh gawd!!! Both acting like kids... hehehe... wake up... you're not very rich yet!! Read More
Tourist visa needed by Asif rehman
hi am Asif rehman from Pakistan 22years old am looking for sponsor there in Jordan. anyone can please help me i really need help please even for tourist visa am college level in Arts with 8 month experience as servise advisor on motor bike ...
Hello Asif... it is hard for even Jordanians to find jobs... what more a foreigner with limited qualifications and experience. Not many Pakistanis here, you'll be homesick after one month. Even if life is hard in the gulf, you have your countrymen ... Read More
Does my spouse need to first get a job? by umm jacoub
I applied for the position of Classroom teacher in several schools in Qatar. I just received a call from a school principal. Later, the principal told me that in order for me to work in Qatar , is that, my husband need to first get a job in Qatar . ...
Yeah...I am sure it was just an excuse on his part. Wish me better luck next time. Read More
Does my spouse need to first get a job? by umm jacoub
I applied for the position of Classroom teacher in several schools in Qatar. I just received a call from a school principal. Later, the principal told me that in order for me to work in Qatar , is that, my husband need to first get a job in Qatar . ...
In Qatar a wife can easily sponsor her husband and kids.:)Does that mean I can get a job and bring my husband & kids with me? Why on earth did the principal tell me the other way round then? Read More
Does my spouse need to first get a job?
I applied for the position of Classroom teacher in several schools in Qatar. I just received a call from a school principal. Later, the principal told me that in order for me to work in Qatar , is that, my husband need to first get a job in Qatar . ... Read More
Life in Amman by slaura
Hi!I want to move to Amman in August of 2012.I want to know how much money do you need to live in Amman comfortably?(4 persons in family:husband,wife,12 year old daughter and a baby girl).
am spending around 500$ here everymonth ...is that enough ...how much it wil cost if family ?If you move to KL Malaysia... 500 US$ = slightly more than RM 1500 and that for a single man is definitely enough. Don't worry about nightlife in KL, there ... Read More
Life in Amman by slaura
Hi!I want to move to Amman in August of 2012.I want to know how much money do you need to live in Amman comfortably?(4 persons in family:husband,wife,12 year old daughter and a baby girl).
wat all things umm ? anything special tell me ? sometimes i can bring that .... any secret ingrediance .....mostly vegetables.. spices..no fresh coconut here... no banana leaves here... hard to find shallots... seafood... too darn expensive and not ... Read More
Life in Amman by slaura
Hi!I want to move to Amman in August of 2012.I want to know how much money do you need to live in Amman comfortably?(4 persons in family:husband,wife,12 year old daughter and a baby girl).
i think umm is a great cook ...are u working ther ?as wat ?hows ur experience about amman ....?I have been to Dubai... it is similar to Singapore in many ways... Amman is safe but if your enjoy nightlife... KL Malaysia is better. I like to cook and ... Read More
Life in Amman by slaura
Hi!I want to move to Amman in August of 2012.I want to know how much money do you need to live in Amman comfortably?(4 persons in family:husband,wife,12 year old daughter and a baby girl).
no thinking !!!!!!!!!! move to malasya!!!!!!!!..... too interested in PUB/DJ and dance, AMMAN will offer better choice than malasya. but, if you are out of amman, then malasya is better ! :rolleyes: again night clubs will not be as simple/easy and ... Read More
Life in Amman by slaura
Hi!I want to move to Amman in August of 2012.I want to know how much money do you need to live in Amman comfortably?(4 persons in family:husband,wife,12 year old daughter and a baby girl).
Plannign to move to jordan by end of next month ... i wann to know about the country ..culture ..life ...expenses ...Rite now am in dubai ....i am coming there for 12 months for official porpose ...looking for good friends thereif you cook on your ... Read More
about to marry a jordanian man... by zooish
hi, i am american, and i would love to hear womans opinion on weather or not it is a good idea to move from america to amman jordan. ive heard many diffrent things, good and bad. but if any one else is in this situation, please email me, would love ...
hi..i am filipina married a jordenian palestinian guy.sense a come on this country my life become very lonely coz of the coulture or my husbnd we meet in gulf.we hve now 3children one girl 7yrs old nw and a twin boy one yrs old now.we always hving ... Read More
New in Singapore, looking for friends
Merhaba. I am sure you will like Singapore. Just that you are going to miss the nice weather in Turkey. Read More
Singapore experts please by farah_salim
Hi Husband is going to work in Shell Singapore (District 9), trying to gather info about accomidation locations (I'll be alone when he is in work so need a safe place. Rent fees (SGD 3000 to 4600) Give me names of roads, districts, or any idea ...
Ahlan wa sahlan Farah... I am sure you'll like staying in Singapore. I am now in Amman and I can't wait to be back in Singapore. Read More
Seeking teaching opportunities in Qatar
Thanks KiwiRee for the input. I have British qualifications and I think you know that in Singapore the school education system is all in English. I will post my CV. I hope this time round, someone will respond. Read More
playing chess by livekrish
hi any one interested to play chess or any chess club in Jordan?? not only in amman/ may be zarqa,IRBID ?? regards, krish
yeah.. expat community in Kuwait or other gulf countries are larger than in Jordan. Read More
playing chess by livekrish
hi any one interested to play chess or any chess club in Jordan?? not only in amman/ may be zarqa,IRBID ?? regards, krish
hahaha... don't forget to bring along banana leaves.. and coconuts too...my friends in Kuwait need not suffer as much as I do here in Amman. They can still find food items and cook dishes just like they do back home. I cooked Briyani many times here ... Read More
playing chess by livekrish
hi any one interested to play chess or any chess club in Jordan?? not only in amman/ may be zarqa,IRBID ?? regards, krish
Hehehe.. I better start writing something good/ positive here else I'll be banned. I am from Singapore... We are a multi-racial, multi-cultural, multi-religion society. I grew up with friends from different races and mother- tongue languages. I ... Read More
playing chess by livekrish
hi any one interested to play chess or any chess club in Jordan?? not only in amman/ may be zarqa,IRBID ?? regards, krish
My husband told me of a chess club near the Sporstcity... madinah riadiyat. By the way, Happy Deepavali... if you a Hindu.இனிய தீபாவளி ... Read More
ANYONE?? looking for friends in Amman by dmgp
im moving to amman in december. my mom's taking me with her so i have no choice. im really hoping to make friends or else i dont think ill last (after reading some of the negative posts here that is) anyway, let me know? im 21 btw so yeah. :)
I commented simply because I want to give a true picture of what it is like in Jordan per say. Take it with a pinch of salt. Many would expect grass to be greener on the other side but most of the time that's not true. On top of that, we are ... Read More
ANYONE?? looking for friends in Amman by dmgp
im moving to amman in december. my mom's taking me with her so i have no choice. im really hoping to make friends or else i dont think ill last (after reading some of the negative posts here that is) anyway, let me know? im 21 btw so yeah. :)
@ Baniaz... please point out where did I make a generalization towards Filipinos / Asians. It frustrates me when people categorises me as one of those women simply because I am Asian. Never in my life, I've been made aware of the colour of my ... Read More
playing chess by livekrish
hi any one interested to play chess or any chess club in Jordan?? not only in amman/ may be zarqa,IRBID ?? regards, krish
Yeah, you are right to say that one wrong move spoils and that's it! he plays chess on Facebook almost every day. Will let you know of any Chess clubs in Jordan. Read More
playing chess by livekrish
hi any one interested to play chess or any chess club in Jordan?? not only in amman/ may be zarqa,IRBID ?? regards, krish
Hello Krish, My husband loves playing chess and he sometimes enters chess tournaments as an individual and as a team (though I doubt he's that good). But if ever you visit Amman.. maybe I can fix a game or two .. you and my husband. Read More
ANYONE?? looking for friends in Amman by dmgp
im moving to amman in december. my mom's taking me with her so i have no choice. im really hoping to make friends or else i dont think ill last (after reading some of the negative posts here that is) anyway, let me know? im 21 btw so yeah. :)
@ Maxmillean, Not trying to scare.. but it's a fact...If you read Kate29 post"Alienated"... then you can understand why she posted it in the first place. I've been in Amman for 6 years now... and through observation..the negative perception towards ... Read More
Seeking teaching opportunities in Qatar
Hi umm jacoub ! Have you tried posting an advert in the Doha jobs section. It might help ;) Regards Armandnot yet because I am rather skeptical that potential employers actually view them. Read More
Seeking teaching opportunities in Qatar
Hi. I am currently living in Amman but originally from Singapore. I am a qualified teacher with more than 12 years of teaching experience. May I know if it is difficult to find a job in Qatar? I have sent several CVs to schools in Doha but have yet ... Read More
ANYONE?? looking for friends in Amman by dmgp
im moving to amman in december. my mom's taking me with her so i have no choice. im really hoping to make friends or else i dont think ill last (after reading some of the negative posts here that is) anyway, let me know? im 21 btw so yeah. :)
Ahlan wa sahlan... I don't wish to terrify you.. but being Asian and a Filipino... hmmm.. you'll soon find out.. Read More
Do you know... by Primadonna
... that IKEA is coming to town??? The latest information that I have is that it will open his doors at the end of this year. The location is nearby the airport road, on the way to Madaba. I'am so happy but at the same time I realize that the ...
Yayyyy... finally IKEA in Amman... brought a lot of bedsheets / bedcovers when I was back home visiting families... just love the quality of their bedsheets.. Me can't wait... Let's shop once it is open ,Primadonna :) Read More
New girl next door by Nim0
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ahh.. the Museum and the King Abdullah Mosque are just a stone a way from my place... :P Read More
Allienated :D by Kate29
Hi Guys.... I am a person who likes to hang out with everyone, meet people from different parts of the world is my dream and has become part of my life and know different customs and different traditions, but it seems it was just a dream of mine ...
I think having a picnic under the trees of Ajloun is much better :) Even the sports city is a nice place to walk around, but at present iam a bit busy.That is an nice suggestion that I like :DAhhh... Expat.com family day :P Read More
Allienated :D by Kate29
Hi Guys.... I am a person who likes to hang out with everyone, meet people from different parts of the world is my dream and has become part of my life and know different customs and different traditions, but it seems it was just a dream of mine ...
To Kate, I can truly relate to what you are going through. Here, in Jordan yes when they see an Asian woman the first thing that crossed their minds would be she must be a Filipino or Indonesian maid... without realising that Asia isn't made up of ... Read More
Is it true? by MsKali79
Hi guys, I just heard from my husbands sister that it's forbidden for a husband to be with his wife during childbirth? I am expecting and don't speak Arabic and completely relying on my husband on my bedside. Since day one I have not been ...
Primadonna, Inti Superwoman... wallah... heheheh Read More
Is it true? by MsKali79
Hi guys, I just heard from my husbands sister that it's forbidden for a husband to be with his wife during childbirth? I am expecting and don't speak Arabic and completely relying on my husband on my bedside. Since day one I have not been ...
Pls do not talk about labour pains... the moment you deliver, you'll soon forget about the pains... so you can understand why many mothers do not stop at one unless you are in China..hehheehe. I didn't go to the hospital till the contractions were ... Read More
Is it true? by MsKali79
Hi guys, I just heard from my husbands sister that it's forbidden for a husband to be with his wife during childbirth? I am expecting and don't speak Arabic and completely relying on my husband on my bedside. Since day one I have not been ...
Congratulations to you... I am a mother of three boys..and I delivered them all in Amman... and as far as I know my husband was allowed to be with me during delivery... it was just him that couldn't bear the sight of blood and all.. instead my ... Read More
photography
I love photography.. I own a Canon D500... though it can be considered an old model still I like it..the problem is I can't upload the pics I've taken simply because it requires a driver... or something of that sort. These days I had to put my ... Read More
Imagine yourself by Primadonna
when you go back to your home country what do miss from Jordan? Definitely for me it will be the weather and the hospitality. And of course some delicious food.
The wonderful weather I must agree!! Read More
5 good reasons for living in Jordan by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Jordan, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
1. the wonderful Jordanian people 2. the food 3. my great apartment 4. the views in Amman 5. sunshine every day for 9 monthshmmm... view of Amman?? what kind of view? hilltop view?... to me it's all dull brown from my balcony..then you need to ... Read More
5 good reasons for living in Jordan by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Jordan, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
1. the wonderful Jordanian people 2. the food 3. my great apartment 4. the views in Amman 5. sunshine every day for 9 monthshmmm... view of Amman?? what kind of view? hilltop view?... to me it's all dull brown from my balcony.. Read More
Knitting Yarn by Maryamah
Does anyone know where i can find yarn for knitting & crocheting or is this hard to find like everything else?
@ Umm Jacoub, I guess I know where it is. Thanks! Next time when I go there I stop by this shop Istanbulli. Barakat in Gardens I don't know and to far away from me.If you know where Jabri restaurant at Gardens street then it's just a few steps ... Read More
Knitting Yarn by Maryamah
Does anyone know where i can find yarn for knitting & crocheting or is this hard to find like everything else?
Hello there, I get my yarn from the Downtown from a shop ISTANBULI or from Barakat in Gardens Street. Actually there is a small shop by the corner of a street opposite the Hussein mosque at Downtown(balad) they have quite a good variety. Let me ... Read More
What dish(es) do you enjoy most? by JO/EU
Yummy, where to begin... How well do you prepare arabic dishes? What's your favourite? Sweet or Salty?
@ Ummjacob: he is 100% Jordanian and 200% from Salt or vice versaOhh ..ok I got it wrong. Because musakhan is a Palestinian national dish.. that's why i thought your husband is of Palestinian parentage. Read More
Cookclub by Primadonna
A couple of years ago I started a cookclub with 5 women. But the women didn't stay long because they moved on or they went back to their homecountries. So, now its more dead than alive and I want to make a fresh start. Who like to celebrate life ...
Great idea!! Would love to share some Asian dishes :) Read More
What dish(es) do you enjoy most? by JO/EU
Yummy, where to begin... How well do you prepare arabic dishes? What's your favourite? Sweet or Salty?
Well, lets see: I like mushachan, kepse, sanbusak, biriyani and ofcourse kubbeh. And in time of Ramadan I like qataif. Yammie, yammie, yammie:lol::lol::lol:Yayyyyy... musakhan.. kubbeh... Primadonna.. your husband must be of Palestinian origin ... Read More
An affordable Islamic school for my kids in Jordan/ KSA... by flowerinjannah
Salam Alaikum, I am looking to move in a years time to Jordan.. For the kids, I am after an affordable Islamic school where they can learn Arabic from start. The kids are aged 15, 11, 9 and 6. Son aged 15 wants to study engineering in ...
For me the Hasaad is not an options because of this and they are really expensive. Read on a news paper article recently... many private schools raise their fees this year. Seems like only the elites and affluent can send their kids to private ... Read More
An affordable Islamic school for my kids in Jordan/ KSA... by flowerinjannah
Salam Alaikum, I am looking to move in a years time to Jordan.. For the kids, I am after an affordable Islamic school where they can learn Arabic from start. The kids are aged 15, 11, 9 and 6. Son aged 15 wants to study engineering in ...
but the real teaching staff isn't thorough enough to differentiate and deliver a cross -curricular approach to curriculum, neither are they able to provide an expertise...that is why m considering a move to KSA/JO. I have yet to come across ... Read More
An affordable Islamic school for my kids in Jordan/ KSA... by flowerinjannah
Salam Alaikum, I am looking to move in a years time to Jordan.. For the kids, I am after an affordable Islamic school where they can learn Arabic from start. The kids are aged 15, 11, 9 and 6. Son aged 15 wants to study engineering in ...
Salam Alikom Rehana where u will live ? i suggest u Alhassad school http://www.hts.jo/final/index-ar.php or new good school Al Burj Jordanian Turkish Education ... Read More
Singaporean heading to NZ
Hi all, I am planning to visit NZ on working holiday visa early next year. Am excited about it and hoping to get more info about NZ and get to know new friends too.I would like to move to NZ... I am from Singapore too but my kids and husband are ... Read More
Great Iftar recipes - let's share! by Tamour
If my family is anything like yours we are always searching for new recipes. And now it is Ramadan so I Thought it would be fun to share our tried and true dishes! My first recipe is Green Pepper Soup. It's a big hit. I found it on ...
Just DEW it smoothie Ingredients: 1 cup Honeydew chunks 1 medium orange 1/2 medium peach, pitted 1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks, core can be included 1 cup ice cubes Preparation: Start blender at low and increase slowly to ... Read More
An affordable Islamic school for my kids in Jordan/ KSA... by flowerinjannah
Salam Alaikum, I am looking to move in a years time to Jordan.. For the kids, I am after an affordable Islamic school where they can learn Arabic from start. The kids are aged 15, 11, 9 and 6. Son aged 15 wants to study engineering in ...
I suggest you the school i graduated from It's called "Islamic scientefic college". tution is reasonable i think 2000 dinars per year or less. and it's a strong education system school!I don't think its 2000 JD... my son is going to be in KG1 and ... Read More
u must be in Jordan by k-al
You know you've lived as an expat in Jordan when: 1) You cried twice: when you got there and when you left 2)(for girls) You got used to be stared at by guys from 5 to 90 years old 3)Taxis honk at anything 4)Taxis always listen to the same old ...
You know you've lived as an expat in Jordan when: 1) You cried twice: when you got there and when you left 2)(for girls) You got used to be stared at by guys from 5 to 90 years old 3)Taxis honk at anything 4)Taxis always listen to the same old ... Read More
Moving to Amman this month by ajd
Hi there, My partner and I will be moving from Wales to Amman on the 29th of June. She has signed a contract to work with a company and will be working from an office in City Mall. First of all, will we have lots of choice in terms of renting an ...
Hi ajd. I imagine that by now you will have arrived in Jordan so welcome, i'm British and so far have had no luck in finding a job here in Amman. As for the roads well even I wouldn't attempt to drive on them lol people just push their way in with ... Read More
online TEFL or CELTA/TESOL for landing an amman teaching job?
Hi, there are many places you can apply for jobs in not only Amideast, Modern language center, and you can just put in the news paper that you are a native english speaker, many will ask for private tutionsI studied Arabic as foreign language at ... Read More
online TEFL or CELTA/TESOL for landing an amman teaching job?
Ahlan wa sahlan, First of all..many Westerners came to Jordan or in particular Amman hoping to seek jobs in teaching English..I hope you are not being too idealistic..thinking that it might be easy since you're from the USA. I suppose you should ... Read More
Travelling to Aaman-Jordan by abhi135
Hi All, I am in a software field and company is sending me to aaman for a year , i am a merried man with a kid ,Please i need advice weather to take family there or not ? Please let me know how about life in aaman for indian ? Abhay
Hi, Just would like to add, if the company you're working with is paying for the accomodation then that is good news. As mentioned, good private schools are EXPENSIVE here. If the company is paying you well then there shouldn't be a problem.. in ... Read More
Availability of Indian food in Jordan by GuestPoster343
Hi all, Just joined this website! My parents are currently living in India, and they are moving to Jordan soon. By end-December. They had one question which pertains to the availability of whole wheat in Amman. Is it easily available at ...
Hi Anujpoonam, Welcome aboard, are you Singaporean? Anyway, just would like to add that you should bring your favourite spices from back home when you come here. Not that you can't find some of the basic spices but they might not taste the same or ... Read More
just a few question about Jordan by piminch
Hey there, i'm new here and I'm planning to travel in Jordan for max 3 weeks. I would want to know what's the best month to visit? and I'm an asian would wanna know if i can get a visa at the airport? Thank you Pim
sawadee ka.. hope you'll have a pleasant stay in Amman :) Read More
Would appreciate any feedback pls.
Hi, I think it's better to get the breast pumps and baby's clothing back in the US. You can find those baby needs here no doubt if you are willing to fork out more :) Read More