ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusWelcome new members!
Amralite SPR 10 $3k hard to get here in kaily .It was the only one on the table . Also sold 2 semi loads of ammo in one day it was nuts. The lady speaker want to increase taxes on them and then ban um .
G&RMalePhilippines2009-07-23 04:30:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusWelcome new members!
Agreed with ya Slim. I picked up new AR 10 at gun show in S.F. few months ago (Sweet unit ) Even The LIbs here buying guns . It's like they know they need to have back up plan if things dont go there way. My buddy told me they sell 125k worth of blk guns on sat. sold out sunday. He has been selling for over 10 years in S.F. . He know what your typical lib looks like here . Tells me he sees the fear in their eyes . Prepair for the worst hope for the best.
G&RMalePhilippines2009-07-23 02:44:00
PhilippinesVaccination records
any idea on cost for vac, @ st Lukes. Thanx for info. type of and # of shots if any one could list or link would be greatful.
G&RMalePhilippines2009-08-04 03:36:00
PhilippinesVaccination records
I was thinking the same thing .. can you get shots at medical exam for interveiw? thanx
G&RMalePhilippines2009-08-03 23:05:00
PhilippinesThe September 2nd, 7am ordeal has officially begun...
Alright great bestwishes Rock kicking.gif kicking.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-02 00:19:00
PhilippinesMay filers who already got NOA2 hard copy?
Yes im doing Lawyer thing too. But I set up interveiw today to help lawyer little bit ,haha!
Sep, 28th. I will call Lawyer tomorrow to let Him know. to get his butt in gear .HEHE
kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-03 23:41:00
PhilippinesMay filers who already got NOA2 hard copy?
Recieved noa 1 May 8th
noa2 Aug 14
nvc letter dated Aug 24
called nvc they said sent out 25th
Question? When do you think I should call USEM for interview date?
I have a lawyer but say we have to wait for letter 1st.
I see on some post not to wait ./???? blink.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-02 21:40:00
PhilippinesNews about Storm Onday
One report says 80% Metro Manila had some Flooding.
Talk to my Lady in Commonwealth at 2 am 28th ,She tell with me . Roof leak bad but Family OK.
She live up the hill so they did not get flooded .
She is Not going to Interview today.
We are Hopeing for some kind of report about condition of Embassy.
I plan to get new report from her about 11;00am monday 28th.
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 15:33:00
PhilippinesHow deep was the water At U.S.E.M.?
UPDATE
Used my last call to re-schedule just now.
Will have interview Oct 1st. kicking.gif

Man on phone said 3 ft of water at USEM.
We are thankfull to get re-sched so soon,
I think Embassy busy on the 1st.
GOOD LUCK TO ALL.
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 19:40:00
PhilippinesHow deep was the water At U.S.E.M.?
Thanx for listing all info. Haole.

G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 16:39:00
PhilippinesHow deep was the water At U.S.E.M.?
QUOTE (Haole @ Sep 27 2009, 02:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (marriedtomrg @ Sep 27 2009, 11:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The advisory/bulletin said that the US Embassy will directly call everyone who had an appointment for September 28 and will re-schedule them based on priority.

Assuming you have not changed phone numbers within the past few months, you will receive a call from them.

QUOTE (G&R @ Sep 28 2009, 05:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Haole @ Sep 27 2009, 02:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (G&R @ Sep 27 2009, 10:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes we know closed thanks. I am trying to find out how high was the water at USE.?
So could get some idea when might re-open. Tomorrow? week?
Does Re-schedule mean month? week?
I just hope to Get as much Info here as i can.
Please If anyone Close to Embassy could see with their own eyes and report on conditions AT USEM.
Maybe SO should try and go tomorrow. Just Not sure. Would Like some ADVICE from VJers

4' 2"!!!! headbonk.gif
CALL them!!

What # to call Can not Get thur Said out of service?
7 am there now. Any Idea?


5:30 AM


Consular Section Consular Section
U.S. Embassy
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines 1000
American Citizens Service Tel. No. : (632) 301-2000 extension 2555, 2246
Fax : (632) 301-2017
Non-Immigrant Visa
Via PLDT or SMART (with NDD or IDD access): Tel. No. 1-909-101-7878 1-909-101-7878
The number will be available for GLOBE subscribers shortly.
Seafarer Call Center: Tel. No. 1-909-101-7878 1-909-101-7878
Callers in the USA can also contact the Call Center at 1-888-877-9888 1-888-877-9888. There is a fee assessed to callers by the call center for its services.
Immigrant Visa Calls within the Philippines, via PLDT: Tel. No. 1-909-101-7878 1-909-101-7878
Callers in the USA can also contact the Call Center at 1-888-877-9888 1-888-877-9888. There is a fee assessed to callers by the call center for its services.
Economic Section U.S. Embassy
Economic Affairs Section
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines 1000
Tel. No. 301-2000 extension 2201

Foreign Commercial Service Foreign Commercial Service
25/F Ayala Life/FGU Center
6811 Ayala Avenue
Makati City
Tel: (63-2) 888-6080, 888-4088 extension 5834
Fax: 888-6606

Foreign Agricultural Services Foreign Agricultural Services
25/F Ayala Life/FGU Center
6811 Ayala Avenue
Makati City
Tel. No. 63-2-887-1137/53
Fax. 63-2-887-1268
Joint US Military Assistance Group JUSMAG
U.S. Embassy
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines 1000
Tel. No. 301-2000 extension 6337
Fax No. 63-2-301-2429

Political Section Political Section
U.S. Embassy
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines 1000
Tel. No. 301-2000 extension 2263
Fax No. 63-2-301-2473

Public Affairs Section Public Affairs Section
U.S. Embassy
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines 1000
Tel. No. 301-2000 extension 2363, 2230
Fax : 301-2462, 301-2453

Social Security Administration Social Security Administration
U.S. Embassy
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines 1000
Tel. No. 301-2000 extension 2545
Fax : 522-1514

USAID/Philippines USAID
8th FL., PNB Financial Center
Roxas Blvd. Pasay
Tel No: (632) 552-9900, (632) 552-9800
Fax: (632) 5519297, 5529999 and 5529899
Veterans Affairs Department of Veterans Affairs
Regional Office – Manila
U.S. Embassy
1131 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines 0930
Tel. No. 1-800-1-5252 (toll free for callers outside M. Manila)
Tel. No. (632) 528-2500

Thomas Jefferson Information Center Thomas Jefferson Information Center
U.S. Embassy
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines 1000

Tel No: (632) 301-2470
Fax: (632) 301-2469

Ok 530 your right.
Just guess we will have to wait to see.
still i would sure like to know how deep the water at USE?
I have been their. I know that if water was over three feet high might be close for over a week?
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 16:36:00
PhilippinesHow deep was the water At U.S.E.M.?
QUOTE (Haole @ Sep 27 2009, 02:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (G&R @ Sep 27 2009, 10:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes we know closed thanks. I am trying to find out how high was the water at USE.?
So could get some idea when might re-open. Tomorrow? week?
Does Re-schedule mean month? week?
I just hope to Get as much Info here as i can.
Please If anyone Close to Embassy could see with their own eyes and report on conditions AT USEM.
Maybe SO should try and go tomorrow. Just Not sure. Would Like some ADVICE from VJers

4' 2"!!!! headbonk.gif
CALL them!!

What # to call Can not Get thur Said out of service?
7 am there now. Any Idea?
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 16:20:00
PhilippinesHow deep was the water At U.S.E.M.?
Thanx A&S
Was thinking of her going to USE 1st day open and try to get fit in .
Maybe others not able to show up Cuz of condtions there.?
depends on how bad Building flooded I think.
I have cleaned up a few floods in my day,
Few Inches Lot Differant Than few Feet.
Yes i check USE site and will conitue.
I believe vj site Faster than news here to get info.
Remember everyday USE closed Efects more TIMELINES.
Lets Keep Updates comeing Thanks
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 15:45:00
PhilippinesHow deep was the water At U.S.E.M.?
Yes we know closed thanks. I am trying to find out how high was the water at USE.?
So could get some idea when might re-open. Tomorrow? week?
Does Re-schedule mean month? week?
I just hope to Get as much Info here as i can.
Please If anyone Close to Embassy could see with their own eyes and report on conditions AT USEM.
Maybe SO should try and go tomorrow. Just Not sure. Would Like some ADVICE from VJers
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 15:16:00
PhilippinesHow deep was the water At U.S.E.M.?
Trying to get idea of when we will be rescheduled ?
When do we Think Embassy open ?
Any info would be helpfull?

We are Hopeing and praying for all there. Must be major health RISK now .
Thanks
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 14:56:00
PhilippinesUS Embassy Manila is Closed Monday 09-28-09.
Just called .
Told me USEM open for Interviews Oct 1st
They have some clean up cuz of 3ft of water on Sat.
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 19:51:00
PhilippinesMed Exam Passed
Congrat;s to pass medical. good.gif kicking.gif
What was the condition of USE,?
we were to have interview today 28th.
Looking for info ,
how bad USE flooded?
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 19:14:00
PhilippinesInterview postponed
Good luck Hoot.
we were to have interview same day today.
we are set for oct 1st now.
wishing You both the best!
please update asap if you can THANX

Good luck Hoot.
we were to have interview same day today.
we are set for oct 1st now.
wishing You both the best!
please update asap if you can THANX
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 22:19:00
PhilippinesVery worried about fiance
I know how you were feeling. Happy to hear you talked to her and she ok. Hope things get better soon their
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 23:10:00
PhilippinesPress release USEM
http://manila.usemba...ov/wwwur024.doc
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-28 09:10:00
PhilippinesManila still UNDER WATER,Will St Lukes Ext.Clinic resumes with the medical exams inspite of it ?
QUOTE (DaleandPat @ Sep 27 2009, 08:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (rbresse21 @ Sep 27 2009, 09:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just spoke to my fiance and St. Lukes is open for business. Anyone out there who's fiance is getting TB treatment? Let me know..


My fiancee is getting her TB sputum test starting Tuesday. She is in a hotel near there.

Dale

Good luck with med test.
What about interview ? Was to be 28th right?
Would like more info If you can thanx.
We go thur oct 1st,
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 23:05:00
PhilippinesManila still UNDER WATER,Will St Lukes Ext.Clinic resumes with the medical exams inspite of it ?
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 27 2009, 10:23 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (DaleandPat @ Sep 27 2009, 12:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 27 2009, 12:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns . blink.gif


I heard from Pat this Sunday morning at 8:20 am CST. They had a total blackout for two days, some ares were still flooded. The hotel where she is was on low ground. I am sure the embassy will understand if people do not show for the interviews. I tried getting Pat on her phone, but so far it rings. That is more than it has since Friday night. Pat need s to do into the SLEC on Tuesday for the sputum test. I will post anything more I here. I will try to call Pat tonight after 6:00pm CST.

Dale


Oh my..well, at any rate,i'll be going down to Manila for my medical exam tomorrow.I had my xray and physical exam done in an hospital here in Baguio, and result is negative .Im hoping and praying same reading SLEC will have for me.Scar on lungs? does she have a health history or been coughing for a while which caused that?


Hi Dale. Your S.O. have interview at U.S.E. today 28th and she staying close to U.S E. at Hotel. 1st ? . Is she going today?
My Girl have Interview too today 7am. I need to inform her ASAP? What you Think ?
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 13:34:00
PhilippinesManila is underwater right now!
QUOTE (dhc @ Sep 27 2009, 08:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (G&R @ Sep 26 2009, 09:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My Lady has Interview tomorrow at USE. She will travel from Commonwealth By taxi . Just talked to her she say it will be ok cuz sunny now . Big day i sure Hope and pray she can get there on time . I know she will do great once at USE...



Good luck! Let us know the results and hopefully things are running smoothly at the Embassy, I read a CNN quote from Ambassador Lenney mentioned the embassy was flooded. Hope it's just a couple of inches of water.

I'm also hoping that the FILIPINO people wake up from this mess and realize they MUST discipline themselves to try and avoid this kind of mess in the future.


Is anyone 100% sure that U.S.E. closed today 28th? Need to know ASAP
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 12:53:00
PhilippinesManila is underwater right now!
My Lady has Interview tomorrow at USE. She will travel from Commonwealth By taxi . Just talked to her she say it will be ok cuz sunny now . Big day i sure Hope and pray she can get there on time . I know she will do great once at USE...
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-26 23:18:00
Philippinesinterview tomorrow @ 7am
Did good Got the hot pink slip
Thanx to Help from Our VJ Family. So GRAETFUL For all you do here !
Thanx For Being here 24/7. good.gif good.gif good.gif good.gif good.gif
Ready to start next steps CFO , POE, ECT. kicking.gif kicking.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-30 23:18:00
Philippinesinterview tomorrow @ 7am
My lady's interview today too.
I called her 5 am Manlia time . She said no rain And she is Ready.
I know she will do just fine.
Bring on the PINK SLIPS TODAY.
Good luck to Us all.
Just waiting for the call.
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-30 18:23:00
PhilippinesThis flood shows the differences between poor filipinos and poor americans
QUOTE (itzallgood @ Sep 27 2009, 06:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You are right. The US is to be ashamed, and just plain sucks. High crime, corruption, and selfishness abound here.

So why do so many people want to come here, that is the question.


Yes still the best!
But sliding lower and lower everyday.
Wonder how far and fast we slide down.
Also depends were you live i think.
places flood bad in many places in USA. but we still have to here about Katrina.
Cuz why?
Many floods just as bad . But most talk about N.O.
WHY?
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 20:17:00
PhilippinesThis flood shows the differences between poor filipinos and poor americans
QUOTE (Economist @ Sep 27 2009, 09:22 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
One of the reasons I would like to move to the philippines one day with my wife is the attitude of the poor filipinos and how they deal with circumstances. Look at these two photos and see how big the differences are.

In philippines 24 hours after the flood, a woman is already starting to clean up her home.




In the united states after hurricane katrina...about 24 hours after the flood (you can see the waters have still not subsided) people are looting like crazy.



I read a post on here of someone saying that louisiana is still recovering from the flood. I would bet anything that within a few months people in the philippines will already have recovered from their flood.

This is also what scares me about my country (the US) That when bad things happen here, we take forever to bounce back from it. With what is happening with the economy today I think its going to get so much worse in the US over the next year or so and I just dont think the people here can handle it and things will get so much worse than the great depression.

Perhaps the reason the filipinos recover so fast is that they all pray when disaster happens and God helps them recover quickly. In the US, many people do not believe in God anymore and do not pray when bad things happen which is why i believe we take so long to recover from disasters.

yep . good.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-27 13:22:00
PhilippinesShe Get Pink (usem) K1, Oct. 1st
QUOTE (JANETandLYLE @ Oct 1 2009, 06:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Good Job! Did you guys submit original copies, or just have originals as back up, and submit copies?

Yes orig. as back up in hand. Seemed he liked the pics the most she tell with me, and gave back pics to her after little while.

Thank's to all and good luck to those who are up next.
Love AC/DC Thanx TCO. PS when we BQ at your new pad? ah ha. Nice ENJOY IT.
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-01 13:43:00
PhilippinesShe Get Pink (usem) K1, Oct. 1st
Got it ! PINK In Manila.
She said it was easy interview.
Man was nice too.
Review to come later after I get full report from G.
We will be together soon, By Holloween.
Maybe spend holloween In S.F. ( just little culture SHOCK ) hehehe. kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-09-30 23:09:00
PhilippinesInterview Passed
Congrats.
Already have CFO stamp?
Don't forget vac certs, I think I read thats is needed at poe .
Enjoy The trip & good luck with rest of Journey.
Save things needed for aso.
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-02 14:50:00
PhilippinesRecent Flooding
USEM & STLUKES OPEN.
OCT 5th
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-04 16:26:00
PhilippinesFlipping the clock is DIFFICULT!
QUOTE (john & jean @ Oct 3 2009, 07:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
leave the energy shots alone until you get the clock adjusted. stay up without sleep for twenty four hours, then go to bed at the normal bed time. I guarantee you will sleep through the night. this will help you get started....

Thats what I do. Still takes over a week. Just have to deal with it . The price we pay to enjoy the nice things in life! star_smile.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-04 16:34:00
PhilippinesDiscounts w/airlines 4 1st time Immigrants? Any info.Is this true
Booked w/PAL. for 690.00 one way MNL TO SFO direct.
Best i could find 1way .
Thanx
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-12 01:16:00
PhilippinesDiscounts w/airlines 4 1st time Immigrants? Any info.Is this true
Hope full plan? Would like to leave Oct.21,22 or 23 if possible.
I guess I feel RIPPED OFF paying same Price for 1 way as round trip.
She & I have flown together few times Befor in PI. Short flyt.
MNL to SFO 12 1/2 Hours with strong wind at your back.Long flyt
If I am only save about 100$ . But my Lady have to sit on plain for another 4 or 5 hours and have to transfer not worth it.
300 ?
Pal about 1000 direct to sfo 12 hours 55min.
My choice's maybe be too limited, Cuz want POE at SFO.
So might change POE to Gaum or Hawaii Maybe,
I will check out Your Info too.
Any other suggestions welcome:~)
Thanx loz
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-02 17:57:00
PhilippinesDiscounts w/airlines 4 1st time Immigrants? Any info.Is this true
Looking to book airline,One way . Not cheep! Same as roundtrip almost.
Please would like to get soon Before Hoildays.Cuz $$ go up.
Need some options to choose from Thanx VJER'S
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-02 14:58:00
PhilippinesIf the Visa Interview is the first week of December?
Best of luck to ya :~)
I think you will find a way to keep her warm.
We have plans to get warm cloths first day here too .
To save time I think she could go to CFO now and return for sticker when have visa in hand,Not possitive But might save some time so you can be together before X- mas.
We will be on look out for update.
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-12 02:13:00
PhilippinesHurray!!! 3-minute interview...PINK SLIP!!
Happy for ya. ConGrats kicking.gif kicking.gif good.gif good.gif
ENJOY! star_smile.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-12 02:38:00
PhilippinesWe've got THE PINK :D
CONGRATS!!! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif
Get cfo sticker.Best of luck & ENJOY. good.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-12 02:30:00
PhilippinesHave you ever wondered, Just how lucky we really are?
Timeing is every thing! good.gif star_smile.gif
G&RMalePhilippines2009-10-14 13:14:00