Word from across the waters in AUH is all is well.
Those who moved across are having fun and not having to deal with the Inshallah mentality of the pink palace.
Some people not up to scratch and are only there on a "who knows someone" basis but life continues and the pay is good - although housing is very expensive.
EY is still a toddler so expect a few tantrums, falls, etc etc.
Perhaps the mother (GF) having cut the apron strings can begin a new life as an empty nester ?