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Mexico, Latin & South AmericaYardies, at home and a farrin' (Part 4)

So..Jonesie and Rhonda are preggos.....HUH???? :whistle: :whistle: What is the due date for these new yardie babies??? I am sitting over here waiting for Mrs. Monthly to come so pleazzzzz send me goood vibes because I do not think I am ready to join your new "club"... not just yet....maybe next year!!!! :blush: :blush:


Hey Rhonda...we might be in Ochi the same time in August.....I will keep you posted.........

......where is Mindy???????

Me and Jonesie are BOTH due at the same time :lol: :no: December 15/16 - I think her's is 15, mine is 16. You can join our "club" any time you want :luv: :devil:

Let me know when you'll be in Ochi. That would be awesome if we could meet up :yes: I've only met 1 person from Vj so far and that was 3 years ago now!! And we're still good friends - we see each other every couple of months.

Mindy left the board :crying: :angry: She was tired of all the B.S. that was going on here for awhile with everyone bashing one another :bonk: and being mean. Hopefully we've put a stop to that now - maybe I can lure her back ;)
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-25 02:18:00
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Where has everyone been today? And I really miss Mindy come back please your missed. :yes: :luv:

Me too :yes: :luv:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-25 02:12:00
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Well, we've made up our minds - almost. We're going to Jamaica in August instead of November. I really don't want to go into labor in JA :no: I'm going from Aug. 18-25 and Tony will either go at the same time as me or 1 week before that. He wants to spend more time with his family and friends and I can't get any more vacation time. It will all depend on how much money he can save up for the trip (1 week vs. 2 weeks)

Didn' a couple of you other Yardie's mention that you may be in JA in August? What part of JA? I will be in Ochi as usual. B)

Lucky you have MORNING sickness, mine lasted ALL day :crying:

I really envy people who say they loved being pregnant, I can't think of ONE thing I like about being pregnant :(

I haven't really had it too much yet. I was just saying I'm scared of it :unsure: I have had a few bouts of nausea, but no puking yet. Who knows what even qualifies as "morning" for me? :wacko: I work from 11pm to 7:30am so I don't wake up til around 5 pm!! I don't know when my morning is!!!
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-24 05:42:00
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Hello Ladies,

Still hard to believe I'm really preggo :wacko: Am I supposed to feel different? I don't feel anything!

Count your blessings, I got pregnant around Xmas, and by EARLY Jan I was throwing up, less than 2 WEEKS later....Only JUST stopped :(
Then the heartburn started :(

Yeah, I spoke too soon :wacko: I am sooooo moody, emotional, and short tempered - it's like I have PMS all the time :crying: My face is breaking out. My boobs hurt. I'm really tired. I'm scared to death of morning sickness :unsure: :help:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-24 02:53:00
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So...we received the "Welcome to America" e-mail notice today so we are expecting the Green card any day now.

That's great Kim :thumbs: It's good to see you again!
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-24 02:50:00
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Hey you wonderful people. It hurts too much to repeat, but here is a little about what has been happening to me. Click on the link below on the main Forum for K-1

Be blessed & keep me in your prayers. Please, please pray for me to have strength.

What a freaking a**h*le :ranting: :angry: :bonk: I am so sorry you had to go through all this. Unfortunately you just never know. Hang in there - you got some good advice already about contacting INS and such to cover your own butt - I would definately do that. After 90 days, he will be here ILLEGALLY and since you reported it, it is not your responsibility.
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-24 02:46:00
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Tee hee hee, finally got my new pregnancy ticker to work :devil:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-23 02:45:00
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I'll be back tomorrow - going to a friend's house and she's cooking enchiladas and tamales for me and I am just too excited to have authentic Mexican food :lol: this has been one of the few cravings I've had

Have a good night everyone! Rhonda, hang in there at work :yes:

Thanks!! Mexican food sounds good right now!! :innocent:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-23 02:25:00
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Hello all. The stranger is back. First thing VISA APPROVED :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: Thursday April 19th.

:thumbs: Congrats!!! It's been a long time coming!!!
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-23 02:20:00
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I might seem a little impatient, but is is normal that my file has not been touched since the 5th of April which was coincidentally the same day I received my NOA1.

I'm just a little worried that it has not been touched, I look at other timelines at Vermont and it seem like they issue NAO2's or RFE's within 2 weeks of the NOA1. I'm just wondering whether or not they lost my package or something. At one point should I consider calling?

Thanks for your help.

Yes, you're waaaaay too impatient :lol: Your NOA1 is ONLY 2 weeks old!!! I had to wait approx. 90 days from my NOA1 til the NOA2. Count yourself lucky that you're going thru Vermont.


HEY RHONDAPAYTER I WASN'T SURE IF YOU WERE EPLYING TO ME...WHAT DO U MEAN MY NOA IS ONLY 2 WKS ? IM NOT EVEN SURE WHAT HALF OF THESE ACRONYMS ARE

THANKS

The NOA is Notice of Approval. You get an NOA1 when you first send in your Visa petition. Then, after it is approved, you will get an NOA2. The majority of us had to wait 2 to 4 months from the time we sent in our petition until we received an NOA2. That's why I said you're being impatient :P You just got your NOA1 on April 5 right? That was just a few weeks ago!!!
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-23 01:46:00
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I just noticed I got another heart :dance:


I just noticed that I did too! :dance: Only another 1000 posts to go :blink:

You ladies chat too much :yes: I'm never gonna get my 2nd (L)
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-21 03:54:00
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Thanks again...I am so grateful for all the support :wub:

Jamie, I LOVE your Jamaican butterfly!!! Where did you get that? I want one :yes:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-21 03:48:00
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I've been thinking, the Yardie compund is a really cool idea. But until we can settle on a location hows about we HOUSE SWAP! Kinda like that show Wife Swap, except were not exchanging husbands and wives, were swapping homes for a weekend.

:lol: I think it would be even better if we did do a "wife swap"!!! :lol: Wouldn't that be funny to see how everyone else's Jamaican husband REALLY was??!!!
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-21 03:43:00
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I have shared my complete story with a couple of people and some have encouraged me to share on the Yardie thread…I haven’t had the courage to do so before now but I can see that it might be helpful and felt that now is the right time. Also I have been getting a lot of questions via PM about my life and the move and just wanted to answer them all at one time...So this is my story and even if it is useful to ONE person than it is worth it.

Jamie, thank you SOOOOOOO much for sharing your story. I've been really worried about you and wondering how things were going. You are doing the RIGHT thing. If you need anything at all, e-mail me, PM me or call me.

We (L) You

Edited by rhondapayter, 21 April 2007 - 03:33 AM.

rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-21 03:32:00
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I might seem a little impatient, but is is normal that my file has not been touched since the 5th of April which was coincidentally the same day I received my NOA1.

I'm just a little worried that it has not been touched, I look at other timelines at Vermont and it seem like they issue NAO2's or RFE's within 2 weeks of the NOA1. I'm just wondering whether or not they lost my package or something. At one point should I consider calling?

Thanks for your help.

Yes, you're waaaaay too impatient :lol: Your NOA1 is ONLY 2 weeks old!!! I had to wait approx. 90 days from my NOA1 til the NOA2. Count yourself lucky that you're going thru Vermont.
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-21 03:20:00
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Rhonda have a great night at work :yes:. Did you watch that show I think it is called "Notes from the underbelly"? I thought it was funny last night. A good show to tape and watch if your prego. So are you going to find out what it is before hand or have the baby be a suprise?

To all the preg ladies will you choose to breast feed your child?

Everyone have a fantastic night and TGIF soon thank goodness.

I LOVE that show :yes: I watched the very first one which was an hour long and it was soooooo funny! Then I watched the 1/2 hour one yesterday. I'm sure it will be my 2nd favorite show (after Grey's Anatomy of course!)

Yes, we want to find out the sex. And yes, I'm going to try to breast feed. At least for the first few months while I'm on maternity leave. After I have to return to work, I'll have to see how it works out.
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-20 02:18:00
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Questions: :help:

Interview???

2) Do we need to dress nice we are a T-shirt and jeans couple and don't really like dressing up and I hate to wear make up in JA cause it just melts off.

My opinion is YES :yes: It always looks more professional and like you actually made an effort. We didn't dress up too formal - I wore a sundress and sandals and Tony wore dress pants and a polo shirt. "Dress for Success" ;)

Questions: :help:

5) The most important question of all where is the best place to celebrate and get dinner after he is approved?


5. In the bedroom! :devil: :lol:

:lol: Maybe Jax will be the next one to end up Preggo :devil:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-20 02:14:00
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Congrats on all the moves!

Nobody has replied to my last post yet :unsure:

Well, I sent an email to the Kingston Embassy and they told me I only need to submit the I-134, my W2's from 2006, my filed taxes for 2006, and an employer letter.

That seems too easy!

Input?

You will also need the DS-230, DS-156, DS-156k, and DS -157. You'll also need a few weeks worth of check stubs from your job. And of course, the police certificate, medical completed, his long form birth certificate, and non-impediment to marriage form.

I hope this answers your question :unsure:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-20 02:09:00
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No not yet....it's still really soon. You may start feeling tired and if you are "oh so lucky" to have morning aka all day sickness...you will "feel" pregnant...trust me! From then on it really gets rolling. Just relax, get as much rest as possible and enjoy your pregnancy! I enjoyed every minute of each of mine!

Thanks Myisha :blush: So far I'm just really moody and emotional :crying: And I have to make frequent trips to the bathroom :yes: And sore mammaries. Ok, yeah I guess I do have some symptoms :lol:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-20 01:59:00
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Hello Ladies,

Wow, was it quiet in here today :unsure: Where is everyone? I'm just at work as usual. Same s***, different day :whistle:

Still hard to believe I'm really preggo :wacko: Am I supposed to feel different? I don't feel anything!
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-19 03:20:00
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JG...just for curiosity sake how much can you get tix for? I think we can get tix from about 75 each way out of the local airport...is that a good deal? I have always wanted to go but the hotel prices are the killer

That sounds like a really good deal Jamie :thumbs: It's a lot more from Detroit. I've never been to Vegas either. It's on our list of places to go.
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-18 05:05:00
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Don't forget thndrdancr (Jill) from June 2005

Her name didn't show because Lake is from Guyana...but still a beloved member of the yardie family :thumbs:

Oh and what about Rita...I don't remember her screen name :blush:

Yeah, speaking of Jill, where has she been? Rita's screen name was/is neveryours2keep.
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-18 04:12:00
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..I've been reading the past couple of days and things have been interesting I see....for good and bad. Not that I'm an expert but I do feel like a a veteran of some sort ( is anyone over 4 years married yet?)...if nothing else I know I've got the most kids by my Jamaican love!!!!

Yes, you are a long-time VETERAN :dance: Me and Tony will be married THREE years this coming December :wub:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-18 04:08:00
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I see someone else has a husband named Ricardo! That's cool

We don't hear from you for months and that is all you say :no: I don't think so :protest: :lol:

Girl how are you doing? How is the mister and those sweet boys? How is your baby girl doing?

We have missed you so much! :luv:

Yeah woman!!! Where you been??? You never come around any more!! Guess what? I'm pregnant!! :goofy: I hope I don't have twins! I don't know how you do it!!!
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-18 04:05:00
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Boooo Hoooo, where has my sweetie disappeared to? Will the original Man please stand up? This transition is taking its toll, just one week today. Brighter side, he has painted 4 paintings for the house, lovely.

That's what we try to warn everyone about. It really does happen. Hang in there. It WILL get better :thumbs:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-18 04:02:00
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Just because something you say is “negative” doesn’t mean it has to be said b!tchy, condesending, mean, cruel, judgemental, hurtful, offensive, demeaning, degrading, rude, mean-spirited, aggressive, destructive, detrimental,distressing, harmful, malicious, spiteful, hateful, unkind, upsetting, wounding, antagonistic, bad-natured, petty, vengeful, venomous, vicious, insulting, insinuating, wicked or evil.

Plenty of things can be said that are “negative” in a much nicer, helpful, friendly, affirming, life giving way.

Back in the day we all sure as hell didn’t agree on everything and we all didn’t see eye to eye but we were family and best of friends. We had each others back through EVERYTHING. We were out to be helpful and supportive. Lets get back to that.

Very well said Jamie :blush:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-18 03:59:00
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[Ladies, LISTEN UP! We need to turn this thread back around!! The Yardies are droppin off like flies :help: We want everyone to be comfortable saying whatever they want to say - share, vent, cry, brag, ask questions, WHATEVER! NO MORE NEGATIVE COMMENTS :bonk: Do you guys agree?

You do realize that these are two contradictory statements? :innocent: :whistle:

I didn't mean we couldn't say anything negative. I meant to stop bashing one another :bonk: If you don't like what someone writes, just ignore it and move on. You don't have to tell that person what YOU think of her, or her ideas, or her views, or her decisions. If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all :blush:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-18 03:54:00
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Savanphil
missjones
UKAlienGirl (sp?)
Rhonda - Dec. 15
Jonesie - Dec. 15

WOW...2007 has been great so far :jest:

Savanphil, I didn't realize you were pregnant also? Ladies, what are all of your due dates???
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-17 03:21:00
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Updated Baby List:

Rhonda AND Jonesie :luv:
Jax
Squitto
Lurissa (Mydestinyawaits)
Sarah (FutureMrs)
Anna
Shemanya
Shauna (Nanny)
Mindy
Dee


Who else wants to be on the list???
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-17 03:19:00
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Unfortunately, I think that this forum has outlived it's phase of positiveness and helpfulness (as far as I am concerned) and is now doing more harm than good. While I won't be coming back, I will definitely update my timeline as applicable so as to help those who follow after us.

I'm sorry you're leaving :crying:

Ladies, LISTEN UP! We need to turn this thread back around!! The Yardies are droppin off like flies :help: We want everyone to be comfortable saying whatever they want to say - share, vent, cry, brag, ask questions, WHATEVER! NO MORE NEGATIVE COMMENTS :bonk: Do you guys agree?
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-17 03:13:00
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I was thinking the same thing! I wonder if we're both having the same gender baby...

My parents and Tony all say it's a BOY :lol: :luv: Who knows? I won't know for about 4 more months!!
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-17 03:06:00
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Go during your maternity leave. We're planning to go going around the middle of Feb (I know baby needs 6 weeks shots and clearance from doc, and a damn passport :angry:) and probably staying until end of March.

That's a really good idea ;) I know Tony is dying to go back. I wonder if he would be willing to wait that long? This August will be a year since we've been there. Plus he wanted to take the kids some new clothes and buy them their back to school things before school starts up. hmmmm..... I'll have to think about that one.
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-17 03:02:00
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Based on first date of LMP (Mar. 10), I believe due date is Dec. 15. Calling the docs office every day to get a sooner appt. than May 12 :(
CONGRATS MY GIRL :dance: :dance: :dance:

Oh my gosh!!! We have the same due date :o :dance: :luv: :no:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-17 02:59:00
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Yippee :dance: I got my baby ticker to work!! I can't believe I have 243 days to go :o Wow.
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-16 03:14:00
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Ok ladies, so here's my dilemma: I already booked part of our next trip to Jamaica. The bad part is that it is for Nov. 3-10 and I will be about 8 months pregnant at that time :o I do NOT think we should be travelling to a foreign country that far along in my pregnancy :no: With my luck I would go into labor on the airplane :bonk:

What sucks is that I'm not sure when we're gonna go now. We didn't really want to go in the summer because it's actually nice and warm here and it's Tony's busiest time at work. And then Sept. and Oct. are the worst months for hurricane season. :help: We don't want to wait until next year, because Tony wants to see his family and friends. Any suggestions???
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-16 02:38:00
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Guess who's #1 on the list...(well at least I think, if Rhonda hasn't beat me to it)

ME!!!!

Took two tests and both are positive, and still no cycle. Made doc appt for next month. I might buy another brand just to be sure but I've been told that there are usually false negatives instead of false positives :yes:
We are so excited :lol:

OH MY GOSH we're gonna be PREGGO together :dance: :D CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! What was the day of your last period? I can help you determine your due date!!!! (I'm a fast learner!!)

After 24 days of waiting :whistle: .... We finally got our Visa :dance: :dance:

Yippee :dance: Congrats!! You definatley waited your turn - and then some!!
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-16 02:30:00
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well well well ms. rhonda....and you WOULD disappear after posting this and leave the rest of us speculating wouldn't you? well if all of our assumptions are correct...then i'm soooo happy for you! some good news is just what we need to lighten things up around here.

:whistle: :innocent: I had to give you guys some time to think about it a bit!! :devil: I wasn't quite ready to put it out there in black and white yet. It STILL seems sorta unreal to me!

Glad I could come up with something interesting to change the subject :luv:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-16 02:26:00
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Rhonda :devil: :whistle: :innocent:
Jax
Jonesie
Elizabeth
Lurissa
Sarah
Mindy
Shemanya
Squitto
Shauna
Anna
Dee

So what is the news you put yourself on the top and before you never wanted to be at the top so I am guessing you have a little bun in the oven. Congrats Rhonda. When did you find out? Do you know your due date?

All the best Rhonda!!!

Yes, and baby makes three! I'm pregnant :dance: :o :D :wub: :bonk: :blush: :goofy: :luv: :dancing:

I found out on Wednesday - I took 3 at home pregnancy tests!! They all came back positive! Then I went to the doctor on Friday and he confirmed it. I still can't quite believe it myself!! My estimated due date is December 15. I am happy, scared, excited, nervous, etc..etc.. I'm gonna need all the help, support, encouragement, I can get :blush:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-16 02:20:00
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Baby List:

Rhonda :devil: :whistle: :innocent:
Jax
Jonesie
Elizabeth
Lurissa
Sarah
Mindy
Shemanya
Squitto
Shauna
Anna
Dee
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-14 05:15:00
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No second-guessing. Life's too short. Live it, learn from it and keep moving.

:thumbs: :yes: :dance:
rhondapayterFemaleJamaica2007-04-14 05:00:00