do you think we will survive????

ashahhat
By ashahhat

for how long do u think that we can afford the living here??!!!
everything is getting more expensive everything is getting harder
does Qatar want to expel all the expats. or what ?!!!!
how does the investments will flourish in this country!!!!!!!!!!
if u r optimistic pleas help me to be like u...........

By qatarisun• 2 Jan 2008 22:04
qatarisun

I thought you are collecting them...adding one to another..

***********************

Whatever Makes You Happy...

By DaRuDe• 2 Jan 2008 22:03
DaRuDe

1,2,3,4 got away run away brides so looking for 5th now.

[img_assist|nid=21285|title=.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=|height=0]

By qatarisun• 2 Jan 2008 21:18
Rating: 2/5
qatarisun

and may i ask you who will be your wives #1,2,3, and 4, since Gypsy is going to be the fifth one? Or you have them already?

BTW , ashahhat , it's a good solution for your to marry a rich man...lol...

***********************

Whatever Makes You Happy...

By beccakinn• 2 Jan 2008 20:59
beccakinn

..........about the only thing that's cheaper than QA!!

At least our rent will be covered in Doha. Here, we pay 8,000 QR but we pay it ourselves.........

Geez, I am a good swimmer, but I don't think I'd make it to India. Is that necessary when I move there? Is there a swimming test for wives.....??

XXX

By Mom_me• 2 Jan 2008 19:27
Mom_me

Sorry, forgot to add House Rent - major chunk of salary goes there.

By beccakinn• 2 Jan 2008 16:58
Rating: 4/5
beccakinn

My answer to you is.....come visit us in bloody Norway!

We've just been offered jobs in QA and we'll be getting paid just about the same as we are here. This is what we pay

1. one month's groceries for a family of 4 (two 4 year olds not even teenagers!) US$ 1400

2. One litre of gas US$2.20

3. One half litre of crappy beer US$10

4. Pair of women's trousers US$55-80

5. Kilo of apples US$5.50

6. Budget for electricity for one month US$350

7. Cost of a yearly service for our car US$1200

Shall I go on? Our 1600cc, normal family saloon with 78,000 km on the clock, 1998, cost US$13,000 in 2004!!

8. Women's haircut with root tint US$220

Man, we are so used to lean living, Qatar will seem like the last word in opulence. I get my hair cut once a year in the US or the UK (and boy, the UK's expensive since I left too!) and although I can afford it, I just will not pay $200 to get a haircut.

Live simple! Can't wait to get there in August - hot weather?? BRING IT ON! I have had 4 years of snow, rain and 6 hours of daylight so as far as I'm concerned a day in the sun is worth a thousand dollars!!

Peace XXXXXXX

By Mom_me• 2 Jan 2008 12:07
Mom_me

Damn you Darude. I'll go home if you promise to take good care of my husband. I can swim for an hour at one stretch. Thereafter.....

By ashahhat• 2 Jan 2008 12:07
ashahhat

that question to me??

who said i'm indian

By anonymous• 2 Jan 2008 12:06
anonymous

my dear put out the fishing line for me, but he should be a little independant with at least a driver a maid and a nanny for himself. The rest I can manage.

By DaRuDe• 2 Jan 2008 12:02
Rating: 2/5
DaRuDe

you want to go home.

ok who stopped you no one right

go. i think you have to swim from corniche to india. can you swim that long :D

[img_assist|nid=21285|title=.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=|height=0]

By Mom_me• 2 Jan 2008 12:01
Mom_me

:-(. I have just prepared a detailed budget and if it interests you, you may fill in the blanks :-

HOME EXPENSES :

a) Home Cleaning b)Gas c)Electricity and Water d)Telephone e)Home repair.

AUTOMOBILE :

a)Fuel b)Maintenance c)Loan d)Insurance

HEALTH :

a) Medical b)Non Prescription drugs c)Excercise/Diet expenses

CLOTHING :

a) Husband b) Wife c)Kid/Kids d) Drycleaning/Ironing

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT :

a)Groceries b)Dining out c)Vacation d)Mag/Newspaper e)Cable TV

PERSONAL (Include grooming):

a)Husband b)Wife c)Kid

GIFTS:

a) Religious b)Charity c) Others

SCHOOL:

a)Fees b)Transport c)Uniform d)Books

OTHER:

a)Emergency Fund b)Banking c)Various Insurance d)Savings

By ashahhat• 2 Jan 2008 11:20
ashahhat

1st of all i'm the depressed one and u r planning for ur marriage !!!!

what about me.......lol

2nd all what u say about bright future does not convince me cuz as u see with every extra single QR come to the country they charging us 2 QRs

why?

By ICU• 2 Jan 2008 11:07
ICU

Yes I can see that. Since I arrived here I really like it. The driver drove me around the Corniche the first night. It was great. It reminded me of my holiday in Los Angeles for some reason.

I could see there are a lot of construction going on. I can't wait to apply for my visa so I can look for job.

By skdkak closed 1708224867• 2 Jan 2008 11:05
skdkak closed 1708224867

& give us the D day date and venue.

[img_assist|nid=60386|title=.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=|height=0]

By DaRuDe• 2 Jan 2008 10:56
DaRuDe

no you dont need to see me u will have nightmares.

You need to see the growing Qatar the Booming Economy and their bright future.

[img_assist|nid=21285|title=.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=|height=0]

By ICU• 2 Jan 2008 10:54
ICU

Hey I see you Darude

No I am not planning to leave this country. Apart from my dilemma last NY Eve I am enjoying it here.

By Gypsy• 2 Jan 2008 10:51
Gypsy

Well, if inflation gets to be too much I guess we all just leave. Not much of a point in staying here if the money isn't any good.

"How come I can pick my ears but not my nose? Who made up that rule anyway? How come you say that's the way it is, that's just the way it goes, maybe you should decide for yourself what you can do and what you can say." Ani Difranco

By DaRuDe• 2 Jan 2008 10:46
Rating: 3/5
DaRuDe

well do you think we will survive this way in Doha.

yea sure will marry :D

icu do ucme

and ashahhat believe me if you leave this country you will miss alot later on. and there is much more coming. including salary rise.

[img_assist|nid=21285|title=.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=|height=0]

By ICU• 2 Jan 2008 10:42
ICU

Hey how long? my bank is dropping very fast.....

By Gypsy• 2 Jan 2008 10:41
Gypsy

Hmmm Darude, I'm starting to get the impression that you don't want to marry me. :P

"How come I can pick my ears but not my nose? Who made up that rule anyway? How come you say that's the way it is, that's just the way it goes, maybe you should decide for yourself what you can do and what you can say." Ani Difranco

By DaRuDe• 2 Jan 2008 10:40
DaRuDe

hmm red will do coz i will invite some bulls they are very much impressed and attracted to thet colour :D make sure you do get joggers too

[img_assist|nid=21285|title=.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=|height=0]

By Gypsy• 2 Jan 2008 10:38
Gypsy

Actually it's snot green. :P

"How come I can pick my ears but not my nose? Who made up that rule anyway? How come you say that's the way it is, that's just the way it goes, maybe you should decide for yourself what you can do and what you can say." Ani Difranco

By DaRuDe• 2 Jan 2008 10:37
DaRuDe

but i dont like white i like hmmm no red hmmm yea light/sky blue will do :D

[img_assist|nid=21285|title=.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=|height=0]

By Gypsy• 2 Jan 2008 10:34
Gypsy

Ha! I'll track you down! I've already got my wedding dress picked out. :P

"How come I can pick my ears but not my nose? Who made up that rule anyway? How come you say that's the way it is, that's just the way it goes, maybe you should decide for yourself what you can do and what you can say." Ani Difranco

By DaRuDe• 2 Jan 2008 10:30
DaRuDe

but i am not even on the road i am worse then that :D

[img_assist|nid=21285|title=.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=|height=0]

By Gypsy• 2 Jan 2008 10:28
Gypsy

Don't forget you asked me to be your 5th wife yesterday Darude. :P

"How come I can pick my ears but not my nose? Who made up that rule anyway? How come you say that's the way it is, that's just the way it goes, maybe you should decide for yourself what you can do and what you can say." Ani Difranco

By DaRuDe• 2 Jan 2008 10:26
DaRuDe

yea marry the rich and the poor soul will be on road with in few months :D

[img_assist|nid=21285|title=.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=|height=0]

By Gypsy• 2 Jan 2008 10:22
Gypsy

I'm going to marry rich.

"How come I can pick my ears but not my nose? Who made up that rule anyway? How come you say that's the way it is, that's just the way it goes, maybe you should decide for yourself what you can do and what you can say." Ani Difranco

By Oryx• 2 Jan 2008 10:19
Oryx

by not taking about massive loans to buy a car to impress your friends.

by saving as much money as you can to help feather your next nest.

by having a plan B.

Log in or register to post comments

More from Qatar Living

Qatar’s top beaches for water sports thrills

Qatar’s top beaches for water sports thrills

Let's dive into the best beaches in Qatar, where you can have a blast with water activities, sports and all around fun times.
Most Useful Apps In Qatar - Part Two

Most Useful Apps In Qatar - Part Two

This guide brings you the top apps that will simplify the use of government services in Qatar.
Most Useful Apps In Qatar - Part One

Most Useful Apps In Qatar - Part One

this guide presents the top must-have Qatar-based apps to help you navigate, dine, explore, access government services, and more in the country.
Winter is coming – Qatar’s seasonal adventures await!

Winter is coming – Qatar’s seasonal adventures await!

Qatar's winter months are brimming with unmissable experiences, from the AFC Asian Cup 2023 to the World Aquatics Championships Doha 2024 and a variety of outdoor adventures and cultural delights.
7 Days of Fun: One-Week Activity Plan for Kids

7 Days of Fun: One-Week Activity Plan for Kids

Stuck with a week-long holiday and bored kids? We've got a one week activity plan for fun, learning, and lasting memories.
Wallet-friendly Mango Sticky Rice restaurants that are delightful on a budget

Wallet-friendly Mango Sticky Rice restaurants that are delightful on a budget

Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a sweet escape into the world of budget-friendly Mango Sticky Rice that's sure to satisfy both your cravings and your budget!
Places to enjoy Mango Sticky Rice in  high-end elegance

Places to enjoy Mango Sticky Rice in high-end elegance

Delve into a world of culinary luxury as we explore the upmarket hotels and fine dining restaurants serving exquisite Mango Sticky Rice.
Where to celebrate World Vegan Day in Qatar

Where to celebrate World Vegan Day in Qatar

Celebrate World Vegan Day with our list of vegan food outlets offering an array of delectable options, spanning from colorful salads to savory shawarma and indulgent desserts.