Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
Canada	Wearing shoes in the house?	For sure I take them off!! However, when I go to a house, and the floors don't look "clean" well, then I'll leave them on. I have also left them on in my house, but only cause I knew I was in quick, and out the door again. I can't stand wearing shoes all day!! I really like going barefoot. And yes, shoes on in a house is a little more Americanized. I work at Curves for women and a couple years ago, we had a gal from California come up for the summer as she and her husband were camping nearby. I just loved her. She was so funny!! The subject of shoes came up, and she said "I can see why you need to take them off!! You all have so much more DIRT up here!!" She told me she never had to sweep out her camper as much as when she was here! Oh, how I loved that! I'm not going to be too upset when I have company in my new home and shoes are still on the feet. After all, I'm in their territory. Who am I to try and change what everyone is used to. Who knows? Maybe my example will catch on? ... Edited by TimandJoyce, 20 June 2009 - 08:52 AM.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-20 08:52:00
Canada	JulyBride Good Luck on your fiances POE!!!!!	I hope everything goes smoothly in your travels and POE. Of course they will!!! And how exciting to be finally done this part of the journey!! Keep us informed!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-22 06:13:00
Canada	Approved!!!	Congratulations!!!! If you're talking about originals and such for the interview part, I had the original death certificate, and my long form birth certificate, and they just made certified copies at the consulate and gave me back the originals. This was Vancouver, however, and I'm k-1 so I'm really not sure if that's different or not... just trying to save you a step or two. Best wishes for a speedy and painless end to your journey!! 3 months is quick! Ours was 3.5 and a couple months till the interview. 6 months. I can handle that...	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-25 23:44:00
Canada	I know you guy's see this alot..but would like some I-129F help!	QUOTE (RYCK @ Jun 26 2009, 04:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Always do things on the safe side ... sign everything ... they sent our whole application back to us because they thought one of the G-325A pages was a photo copy. I'm darn sure it wasnt but when we help up our copy and the one we sent we couldn't tell which one was copied or not.... so we redid it all in blue ink ... Tip #2 Keep your patience in check .... the waiting is the hardest part and can wear on some people. and th wait for the K-1 for my wife and I was the hardest part we went thru so far ..the rest after was a breeze so far Isn't that the truth!? I did tell Tim right away, before we filed, that this will cause us to have emotional times. It's very stressful, and can put your relationship to the test!! People can act and say things under stress that usually are not like them at all. So it's real important to remember that. He and I get along so well, but in the couple weeks leading up to the interview, (longest weeks of my life if you ask me!) there were a couple times that our conversations weren't exactly, "smooth". We've never had a disagreement or fight yet, but wow, sure came close to losing it then. Course, then the interview went so well, I felt bad for doubting!! (big part of the cause of things..lol) Just to remind you, all four copies of the forms are needed. Any snail mail will help to, but really a lot of that is secondary evidence. If you don't have everything they suggest, don't worry. Best wishes for you journey.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-26 07:17:00
Canada	Canada Day Across the US	QUOTE (Sprailenes @ Jun 12 2009, 08:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> http://canadadayacro...m4KJM/-IU8SWEHs Cool link!! If I remember I'll have to look it up next year!! Either that..or just celebrate with friends there... Or maybe fly home...I should have AP or GC by then!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-14 17:30:00
Canada	In the USA, no EAD, what to do?	QUOTE (charles! @ Jun 26 2009, 03:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> it's summer time, the yard always needs to be mowed I suppose that would work if you had to mow it everyday! But what about gardening? Even if it's small, or in containers? Do you have room to do that? Where you are now, is that were you'll be for a while? If so, how about rearranging things around, or add some colour here or there. Make it yours too. What do you like to do. Sew? Scrapbook? You said you were going to school. What can you learn online, for free? What do you live close by? Parks, etc? How about going down and being your friendly self, meet people. You'll be in a nice safe area. You don't have a car, but what about transit? It's not always the best, but you can learn the routes. And let your finance know how you feel, he just may have some suggestions. And yes, it was mentioned, enjoy the break. I know that's one of the things I'm so looking forward to! Sorry you're going through this transition, but once you feel like your home, you'll enjoy it.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-26 17:47:00
Canada	INTERVIEW SCHEDULED!!!	That's great! Best wishes for a quick interview!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-26 20:52:00
Canada	Where are you from in Canada?	Born and raised on Vancouver Island, B.C. Spent 5 years in Victoria during the 80's. I LOVE Victoria. So pretty. Other than my family here, I'm really going to miss the surrounding mountains and of course the ocean. Tim lives 100 miles inland so the coast is a couple hours away. Here, all I have to do is look walk 20 min, or look out the windows at work to see water!! I love the island....it's like leaving my best friend... But I'll have a good and new life in SC....	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-05-19 16:19:00
Canada	Another successful interview completed	QUOTE (carslo @ Jun 22 2009, 01:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> As someone at the Consulate said today, now that this monkey is off of my back; I can get on with living!! Janet Oh my goodness...did I say congratulations yet??? I think I may have said something in another post, but just in case... CONGRATULATIONS..... And yes! I agree. The monkey off the back!! Tim and I are so excited. He's able to go out and put deposits on everything now, and work in the invitations....etc...etc...etc.!! OH!!! And I never knew this!! I ordered a new credit card in US dollar amount! That way I can book my flight on Monday and not worry about the exchange part! Also be able to use it once I move! *I have a smart banker*	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-28 10:39:00
Canada	A little Video for all you...	Love it!! My heart will always belong to this country.....	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-30 16:51:00
Canada	personal Rant - how long do I have to wait for Canada revenue?	QUOTE (Misty1979 @ Jun 29 2009, 07:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Udella&Wiz @ Jun 29 2009, 07:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Buggers - I have been waiting since April for CRA to tell me I am officially considered a non resident for tax purposes so I can file my final return. I only moved back in Nov of '07 for pete's sake OK - rant done...now I can go for sleepy nite nites (but I still hate CRA) I find if you cash GST refunds that you are no longer entitled to, they tend to inform you that you're not a resident in a VERY timely manner. yep...bet they have no problem catching you then... I haven't even thought of Revenue Canada yet. Oh my...so much to learn. I know I will be entitled to my GST for July, as I'm not moving until August. And it's direct deposit. So I guess I'd better call them?	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-30 07:09:00
Canada	Flying out of Vancouver	QUOTE (carslo @ Jul 1 2009, 10:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I came on a CR-I visa and there is not I-94. It is an immigration visa as we were already married. Oh btw my suitcase I paid $20.00 for didnt make the connection in Dencer so they had to sent it to out house in Hawthorne. It isn't very far from the airport. Janet Right. I think I realized that after I posted that you wouldn't get one. I'm pretty sure I will when I cross. Now I'm just in the figuring out stage of how and when to send down my belongings since I can't without a copy of the I-94. I really don't feel I warrant a moving company, ie: the relocubes, as I don't have much at all, just a few boxes. Kinda hoping I can give money to my sister, and a letter of authorization, and have her send them down after. Good news though...I accepted an offer on my house!! So glad I have that as an asset! The CO was satisfied with that as Tim falls short of the 125% he needed. We got the visa on assets alone and no co sponsor! Glad you got your suitcase!! I'm going with two this time, as I want as many clothes with me when I move. Edited by TimandJoyce, 02 July 2009 - 09:39 AM.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-02 09:39:00
Canada	Flying out of Vancouver	*sigh* Thanks for the ideas. I think though that I'll just pay for my luggage. My anxiety and adrenalin will be up that day. The flight leaves at at a good time from Vancouver, although it gets in a little late on the other side. But at least I'll get there the same day! And I'm only doing this once. I told Tim, maybe I just won't fly American again after this. With all the other airlines allowing first bag free, you'd think they'd jump on the same boat!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-30 07:21:00
Canada	Flying out of Vancouver	Rats!! Southwest doesn't fly out of Vancouver!! Oh well. Looks like I can only find American Airlines, and they charge for checked luggage!! 1st bag, $15, 2nd, $25. I know I want to bring two, because I can't ship my things down before moving...*makes me a wee upset too*.. Wow...they sure like to take your money!!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-29 15:19:00
Canada	Flying out of Vancouver	QUOTE (Krikit @ Jun 29 2009, 04:53 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (TimandJoyce @ Jun 29 2009, 12:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Wow!! I was thinking of a carry on and laptop too...I was going to put my laptop in a bag I sometimes use as a purse to carry my camera, wallet, magazines, etc. and a carry on. I might have to do some quick re-thinking!! ( or just bring $20 extra cash... ) Check with your air carrier. Different airlines have different allowances. Southwest will allow for a laptop and bag, plus an extra carry-on. They also let you have two pieces of checked luggage up to 50 lbs. I Southwest. Welcome home, Carlso. wow! Thanks for the tip! The flight that I had found so far that fits my budget is American Airlines, plus I like the time that it leaves. (noonish). I'll have a flight from the Island to Vancouver as well, but I'll probably take the 7:00 am one, and it's only 1/2 hour. So I kinda have two flights to check!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-29 09:39:00
Canada	Flying out of Vancouver	QUOTE (carslo @ Jun 28 2009, 07:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Here is my POE experience this morning. - Arrived at YVR at 0510 for my 0823 flight - HUGE line up at United Airlines - they told me I couldn't take my laptop and a carry on suitcase Paid $20.00 to check my carry on suitcase - 0545 arrived at first customs officer "I am here to have my visa proceeded" - he seemed confused on what to do with all my stuff. He asked where I worked I explained that I had worked for the Vancouver School Board and that Friday was my last day of work. He wanted to know if I owned a house in Cali. Eventually he asked me to proceed through the double doors - 0555 nice young officer takes my work hands back the xray and asks me to take a seat and I will get you out of here as soon as possible. A couple of minutes later he takes me into another room and asks me to sign a paper in a small rectangle with a Sharpie and then takes 2 fingerprints. He get me some cleaner up i had wiped it away already. Then he takes me to the counter and explains about the visa and welcomes me to the USA. 15 minutes tops!! Easy peasy!! Janet Wow!! I was thinking of a carry on and laptop too...I was going to put my laptop in a bag I sometimes use as a purse to carry my camera, wallet, magazines, etc. and a carry on. I might have to do some quick re-thinking!! ( or just bring $20 extra cash...) Good to hear the cross over wasn't that bad!! I hope I'm just as fortunate! Do you get your 1-94 at the crossing? Or do you even get one for the kind of visa your on?	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-28 23:46:00
Canada	Flying out of Vancouver	QUOTE (carslo @ Jun 27 2009, 03:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thanks, I am waiting for them to come and take my car away to the car cemetary. She lived a good life for an 88 Honda Accord with almost 400,000 kilometers on her weary body. I thanked her for all she did for us and took off the plates. Bye bye car! Janet My car too! She's an 88 ford taurus, but with less than 200,000 kms to her. But she's weary..time to send her on her way. I am going to put a for sale sign in the window, because even if I get $200 for her, that's still more in my pocket!! Just trying to sell the house now.... Happy travels!!! So glad everything went smooth for you!!! ( and me!!!)...	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-27 18:04:00
Canada	Flying out of Vancouver	Ahhh ok...Thanks!! I'm just one of those..."trying to get all the ducks in a row" kinda gal!! LOL LOL Just trying to keep things organized so there's no surprises!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-26 19:50:00
Canada	Flying out of Vancouver	Sorry everyone, I'm sure there is a thread relating to this, but I haven't found it yet! So I'm just wondering if anyone flew out of Vancouver, BC and where the POE is? At the airport? I seem to recall when I went to Hawaii, and flew out of there, I went through either Canada immigration or US Customs, but I hadn't boarded the plane yet! And I'm almost positive when I arrived in Seattle, I didn't need to go through anything, just get on the next plane to Hawaii. I'm really not that familiar with flying out of Canada, but I'm sure this is the way I'll go when I move. Guess I just want to make sure that envelope gets into the right hands. Thanks!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-26 18:52:00
Canada	Welcome to Canada video	That's so funny!! My heart lurched in my throat a couple times during those near misses. I love the voice over... Guess I won't see too many beavers in SC. I don't even see a lot of bald eagles there!! But, I might get the chance to see dolphins and manta rays and hammerhead sharks!! *note to self...stay out of the water*....	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-02 22:17:00
Canada	Happy Canada Day! Happy Independence Day!	QUOTE (ashenflowers @ Jul 1 2009, 03:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Hugglebuggles @ Jul 1 2009, 04:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Free stuff rocks! A girl I went to highschool with posted that Mandarin is giving away free food today?! Dannnng. They sure are!!! I went! The line was huuuuuuuuuge..... thankfully I have some keener friends who showed up early (I also showed up early, but they beat me)... we waited a little over 2 hours, but were amongst the first group to get in. It was GREAT. SO worth it. This was my fortune: OBVIOUSLY they mean my NOA2 LOL Happy Canada Day everyone!! I also realized this will be my last Canada Day in Canada for a while, but I'm actually really looking forward to the 4th of July next year... apparently Santa Barbara has a BIG fireworks display ON THE BEACH... omg. I hope it's your NOA2 as well!! For me where I live, not a lot of celebration for Canada Day. There's a parade down main street, and meeting in the park. I went last year, because I hadn't done that for a long time. Realized, I wasn't missing much! However, we do the fireworks for BC day, and I always like to go see them. They're set off at the marina, so as long as the evening is good, makes for pretty colours on the water. I know that Myrtle Beach in SC is the same way. Tim has gone a couple times or so, and says that even after an hour and he starts to leave, there is more and more going off! So at least I'll be with him next year. I'm looking forward to it.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-02 11:38:00
Canada	Happy Canada Day! Happy Independence Day!	QUOTE (Kathryn41 @ Jul 1 2009, 06:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Sent to me from my Dad - Happy Canada Day On the sixth day God turned to the Archangel Gabriel and said: "Today I am going to create a land called Canada It will be a land of outstanding natural beauty. It shall have tall majestic mountains full of mountain goats, and eagles, beautiful sparkling lakes bountiful with bass and trout, forests full of elk and moose, high cliffs over-looking sandy beaches with an abundance of sea life, and rivers stocked with salmon." God continued, "I shall make the land rich in resources so as to make the inhabitants prosper, I shall call these inhabitants Canadians, and they shall be known as the most friendly people on the earth." "But Lord," asked Gabriel "don't you think you are being too generous to these Canadians?" "Not really," replied God "just wait and see the winters I am going to give them." That's great!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-02 09:09:00
Canada	Happy Canada Day! Happy Independence Day!	QUOTE (Emancipation @ Jun 30 2009, 03:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (TimandJoyce @ Jun 30 2009, 05:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> July 4th also marks the anniversary of my husbands death. So next year will be so much better go through it with Tim.... Awe... hugs to you Joyce.. Thanks!! I'm going up to the grave to say my goodbyes again to him. Thought it would be appropriate to do it on the 4th. It's been 5 years now.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-30 23:16:00
Canada	Happy Canada Day! Happy Independence Day!	QUOTE (Marilyn. @ Jun 30 2009, 03:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I doubt even hubby remembers that tomorrow is Canada day... Tim has always surprised me by sending me an email to say Happy Canada day! I suppose it just might fade though once we're married...	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-30 23:14:00
Canada	Happy Canada Day! Happy Independence Day!	A wonderful Happy Canada day!!!! And although I'm missing it yet again this year.......Happy Independence Day!!! I can celebrate in next year with Tim. July 4th also marks the anniversary of my husbands death. So next year will be so much better go through it with Tim....	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-30 16:57:00
Canada	Missing My Canadian Forum Friends...	QUOTE (July09Bride @ Jul 4 2009, 07:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Good morning... and unfortunately, this isn't such a happy "check in". My dog, Kassie, a black Lab was limping around last week. Anyway, the vet determined she might be seriously ill. To be honest, I cried and cried last night. Anyway, I woke up early this morning and came up with an idea. I thought about blogging our way through this icky stuff. I'm trying to find the light side of all of this. If I can help someone else learn more about what Kassie might have, then this will all be worth it. If you're interested, check out Kassie's Tale. This isn't fun, but humor can go a longggggg wayyyyyy when things are tough. Right?? ((((((((hugs)))))))) sorry to hear about Kassie. I hope everything is coming together for you. Just a few more days!! Bet that's hard to believe.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-04 10:03:00
Canada	Missing My Canadian Forum Friends...	Glad everything is going well for you! And we SHOULDN'T be hearing from you lots...my my, but you're a busy girl!! Lots to do...and spending time with your man is one of them!! Looking forward to seeing the pictures. Right now, every picture or video I see about a wedding just gets tears in my eyes. Mine is coming up soon, but it still seems so very far away.... Enjoy your time together!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-02 22:13:00
Canada	Finally in Seattle	Thanks for posting your experience. I'm glad everything went well for you, and it sounds like you'll be enjoying many days to come, especially with family near by.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-06-22 13:14:00
Canada	So Excited to FINALLY be getting married in 3 days!!!!	I'm so excited for you!!! Both you and July!! Makes me wish I was getting married soon... But it was my choice. Timing of the petition and all, and wanting time to sell my house say good bye to my family, etc. Mine is coming up soon!! I'll have to pinch myself when I'm on the plane to SC! Love the sounds of a beach wedding!! ( I actually wanted one too, but Tim felt getting married in a church was more appropriate. That's ok, it's his first, (and he promises ONLY) wedding so I'm letting him call quite a few shots here) He did see one on the 4th at Myrtle Beach though. He took some pic's to show me Can't wait to see yours!! . I'm sure the weather will be perfect!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-05 09:29:00
Canada	Leaving Canada/Who to Notify	QUOTE (MellySuzanne @ Jul 6 2009, 03:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I just called and spoke with a lovely customer service rep from Canada Revenue Agency (I called 1-800-959-1953). For residents of BC (I can't speak for the other provinces) she advised me that I should fax a letter on/around the day I leave to (604) 584-5164 with my name, old address, new address, telephone number, social insurance number and the date I will be leaving Canada. She also advised me that I will likely still receive a GST cheque in the mail in October and that I can mail it back with a letter telling them I am no longer eligible, along with a copy of the fax I originally sent. In addition, BC residents can let MSP know you're leaving by filling out an online form here https://www.health.g...s/msp/7063.html Thanks MellySuzanne! I bookmarked that. I'll be contacting CRA soon. My GST is direct deposit, so I hope I can get them to stop that. I may see if it can be switched to cheques, then I could just send it back.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-06 22:28:00
Canada	Leaving Canada/Who to Notify	QUOTE (MellySuzanne @ Jul 5 2009, 04:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi everyone - I'm hoping for a little guidance. Hopefully these aren't silly questions! :-) When leaving Canada on a K1 Visa and moving to the US, who should I notify? Do I need to file a change of address with the Canadian government somewhere? Do I cancel my MSP? Should I have all of my current statements (i.e. student loans) sent to my new home in the US or can I continue to have them sent to my previous address in Canada (my parents' home). Thanks for any help you can offer! - Melissa Thanks, as I was thinking about this too, but since I'm not leaving for 6 weeks, I knew I'd have a wee bit of time. Being a resident of Canada this month, I'm assuming the GST is mine, but I know I won't qualify for the one in Oct., so I thought I'd call closer to the end of the month. I also receive survivor's benefit, and will contact them once I have a US account. (thankfully they will deposit into one) I'm keeping my CIBC account open, and still going to deposit into RRSP's as they're not up for maturity until 2011. I've already set up a phone/fax agreement so that my bank can act on my behalf if I need them to do anything. You may want to check into your bank for something like that too. Also, I ordered a US dollar visa, so that I can use it in the States, and not worry about extra fees, etc. The downside to that is not being able to add it to my online banking accounts. I have to either go to branch or send a cheque, (in US dollars) to pay my statements. I'm hoping the phone/fax agreement will help with that. Hmmmmm not sure of anything else we need to do..If you're banking online, you should be able to change your address through there too. Best wishes for everything! Edited by TimandJoyce, 05 July 2009 - 09:04 PM.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-05 21:01:00
Canada	SSN Woes	QUOTE (SapphireDreams @ Jul 3 2009, 10:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Just wanted to update and let everyone know that I got my SSN today. So it only took about 9 business days! So perhaps manual processing isn't so bad afterall! That's great Sapphire!! I too will be bringing with me the page that shows K-1's can apply for SSN for the purpose of registering the marriage license. I hope I don't have too many problems, however it just seems like Tim knows everyone in that town, and I'm sure he's told me he knows the probate judge we have to register with. ( or something like that...this is so new to me). I'm sure I'll be alright, just hope it comes in time!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-03 15:33:00
Canada	Final report on using ABF U-Pack - relo cube for moving to the USA	QUOTE (Marilyn. @ Jul 7 2009, 05:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> nope, just a description of what was in the box.. she mailed it a few months after I moved here... Oh how wonderful!! *clapping hands and jumping with glee* I'm so glad I can do this!! Sorry for hijacking your thread Carslo!!! I hope everything is going well in your new life there!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-07 19:55:00
Canada	Final report on using ABF U-Pack - relo cube for moving to the USA	QUOTE (Marilyn. @ Jul 7 2009, 04:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> when I cam over I just brought my clothes and a few other things.. the rest I left with my mom in 2 rubbermaid totes.. the plan being that she would mail me the totes when she had the time and money etc.. instead my darling mother went through the totes and shipped me stuff in separate boxes, the result being that I think some of my stuff didn't make it here, I know I am missing a few things, the most notable being part of this custom candle holder thing a friend made for me.... grrr... the last tote I picked up when we drove up to Canada about a year later... anyways my point was is you could just have someone mail it to you after you move... Great!! That's what I was hoping for! Did you have anything attached? ie. copy of the visa, or I-94? I know they'll have to list what's in the box, and it will be personal/household items and such. I'll take a box to the P.O. to see how much it would cost *approx* and leave some money with my sister!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-07 19:10:00
Canada	Final report on using ABF U-Pack - relo cube for moving to the USA	QUOTE (SapphireDreams @ Jul 7 2009, 03:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Are you flying? I just paid for an extra suitcase for $80 (air Canada online) and brought my extra things that way. I have a few more boxes to bring back next time and I plan to just take extra suitcases back and forth. Paying $85 for an extra bag was cheaper than shipping. I just got a cheap duffle bag in Chinatown and packed everything in there. Yes I am...shhhh don't tell Krikit, she keeps trying to get me to fly Southwest!* But I'm flying out of Vancouver on the 18th of August...booked my flight today!!! One way!! I'm committed!! I'm bringing two large suitcases already, filled mainly with clothes and what ever else I can get into them! plus I'll have a carry on. AA charges for the checked luggage already.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-07 19:07:00
Canada	Final report on using ABF U-Pack - relo cube for moving to the USA	Glad you items arrived safely! It will make you feel more at home. I seriously don't know what I'll do. I have at the most 5 medium boxes. Mainly pictures, and scrapbook goodies. I have books, but only a couple that mean anything to me, and I just may pack them in my suitcases, along with a couple other things. (two very nice lead crystal champagne glasses come to mind). I've had suggestions just to mail them, via the post office, and even someone that works there said people do it all the time. As long as the visa and I-94 copies are on them, I'm hoping that will work. I really do not have enough things for a moving company.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-07 16:38:00
Canada	Lots of interviews tomorrow!	Best wishes!! You'll all be fine. Be prepared and be confident!!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-07 16:40:00
Canada	NOA2 received... now what?	I would say the same thing, to wait until you get the packet to be sure you are seeing the right doctor. If you're coming from Montreal, I believe you have a wee bit longer time to wait than from Vancouver. I was in SC when we got the approval for the petition, (Apr. 16th) and didn't get back home here, (BC) until about May 2nd. My Packet 3 was waiting. I think it arrived Monday or Tues. before I came home. ( A nice gift) I quickly got the police records done, that took two weeks to get, and had already gotten my long form BC a while back. With Vancouver's Consulate, I went to a website to fill in and print off the forms that I needed, but I think that Montreal is a little different. Congratulations on the approval!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-08 08:48:00
Canada	What is your and your SO's song'?	hmmmmm well, we don't officially have a song, however, for the ceremony, I'm hoping to walk down to "I wonder what God was thinking" What a song!! Actually, I'm hoping that Tim and I will sing it to each other as I come down the aisle!	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-08 17:57:00
Canada	Canadians for US Naturalization/Citizenship....	QUOTE (neiks @ Jul 9 2009, 01:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> People in general aready assume you become an American automatically when you marry a USC. Isn't that the truth? I've stopped explaining to people that I really can't become a US citizen for about 4 years from now! Edited by TimandJoyce, 09 July 2009 - 03:33 PM.	TimandJoyce	Female	Canada	2009-07-09 15:33:00