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OUR UAE STORY

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The video likely resonated with viewers due to its relatable narrative of overcoming adversity, achieving milestones, and building a life, coupled with an inspirational message of hope and perseverance. The chronological progression and focus on significant life events create an engaging and emotionally resonant story.

Summary

This video chronicles a family's journey from moving to the UAE in 2017 due to a crisis, through job hunting, purchasing their first car, starting a family, and eventually moving into larger homes and acquiring more cars. It highlights their perseverance and growth over several years, culminating in a message of encouragement to other families with dreams.

Structure

1Moving to UAE and initial struggles
2First car purchase and starting a family
3Relocation and career development
4Acquiring more assets and larger living spaces
5Final message of hope and encouragement

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OUR UAE STORY 2017, we moved to UAE after a Crisis broke in our home country Cameroon. We lived in a 1 bedroom apartment in Sharjah for 1 year Back then he will apply for 50+ jobs a day Until he got his first job October 2017 he got our first car which was also our first brand new car ever and the biggest car we'd bought 2018 we moved to Abu Dhabi 2019 we got pregnant and our lives were about to change forever 2020 I traveled to the the US to have our boys while he stayed back to work Came back to Abu Dhabi and my MIL was waiting for us with so much joy! We all continued living in our 1 bedroom apartment September 2020, he got our second car Which was my push gift. It was an even bigger car Suitable for our growing family 2021, I started doing a few courses So I could find a job and support my husband He will apply daily for jobs for me Team work 2021 we moved into a 2 bedroom apartment in Abu Dhabi and lived there for 4 years 2024 we moved into our first villa. It wasn't just a home, it was the beginning of the life we had been dreaming about. 2026 we got our 3rd brand new car And now we just moved into an even bigger villa To every family dreaming in a small room Don't ever think that you can't You can and you will

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It looks glamorous now, but it was and is still a journey. It takes effort, intentionality, teamwork, support and above everything God! To every family dreaming in a small room, I see you and you got this. Save this for the days you forget how much can change when you keep showing up. #uaejourney #africansinuae #uaelife #ourjourney #buildingabeautifullife