ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
Philippinesenjoying the cold weather at Springfield, Missouri! grrrr!!!
Welcome to Missouri!

Hang in there, Spring is just around the corner. Then, you can prepare to dodge tornadoes like the rest of us!!!! Kidding. Just kidding.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-02-18 11:34:00
Philippinespaying back taxes in installment basis
I did not think back taxes effected anything either. I would think that was especially so if he was working with them to pay the total down.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-02-23 15:27:00
Philippinesage difference
If the relationship is bonafide and you have enough proof, then, no, age cannot be used as a factor for denial.

However, if your particular situation gives the embassy pause and you dont' have enough proof to satisfy them, it certainly could be a problem.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-02-29 09:28:00
PhilippinesA sorted past
Well, I never believe in fudging anything that can be substantiated later. So, if there is a chance of anyone ever finding out, tell the truth from the beginning.

However, if not relevant, what they don't know won't hurt them!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-02-10 00:53:00
PhilippinesWho among you have tried eating BALUT?
All I wanted to say was I watched Bizarre Foods/Andrew Zimmerman the other night and Balut completely grossed me out.

Does it really taste good?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-03-07 12:07:00
PhilippinesWho among you have tried eating BALUT?
Ok.....I know I haven't eaten it; but help me out here cause I am nosy.....WHAT IS IT?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2007-10-01 13:10:00
PhilippinesI'm denied :((
I just wanted to say I'm so sorry.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-02-05 09:12:00
PhilippinesDrug Use
QUOTE (xps @ Mar 25 2008, 04:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mc2000ch @ Mar 25 2008, 03:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You will be fine, don't worry a lot good.gif


Using drugs is BAN for life. Thats what Atty Gurfinkel said on Citizen Pinoy. I'm sorry to say this. unsure.gif



Wow......harsh. I have known some people in the JA threads who have only been banned for 3 years. They have then moved on to recieve visas.

Edited by Jomo's girl, 27 March 2008 - 08:58 AM.

*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-03-27 08:58:00
PhilippinesPLANNING TO GET MARRIED IN CATHOLIC CHURCH
Not all Catholic Churches are like that. I worked in a Catholic Church for 7 years and I've seen lots of couples skate through easier then you are describing.

If the divorced person was married in the Catholic Church there are some rules which are hard to get around. If both were Catholic. If they had pre-marital counseling. A few others.....then annullment may be difficult. If they were not married in the Catholic church, yet had the marriage blessed by a Catholic Priest, same thing. If they were not married in the Catholic Church, did not have it blessed or even consult a priest, it is pretty easy to get an annullment in just weeks.

Meeting with the Priest......I've seen it plenty of times where just one spouse has met with the priest or not at all when unavailable. And, in a pinch, no pre-marital counseling or testing is done. Our's was one class to take a test and one to discuss the results. There was nothing of the 6 month sort at all.

It is best if the USC personally knows the priest or knows someone who can get them in easily with the Priest.

Please ask around and/or call around a lot before completely dissing this idea, if it is what you want to do. There are ways around everything. You just have to be persistant.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-04-03 14:59:00
PhilippinesHaving a hard time with new fee increases
QUOTE (martinbr @ Apr 7 2008, 08:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Joe&Ghe @ Apr 7 2008, 06:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Can't you ask any of your family to help you out financially(to pay for fees etc.) to bring your wife to the US?

As for affidavit of support, 35k is above the poverty limit, so you don't need to worry. No need to divulge your personal business & how you use the money in your affidavit, all they want to see is whether you can prove to them (consul officer) that you made enough for the year.


How about if I have to file a chapter 7 bankruptcy? At this point I might not have any other option because of the money that is being taken out of my check by the ex. Would this affect my chances of getting my new wife over here?



Bankruptcy will not effect the support issues in any way. Still have to pay those.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-04-08 08:28:00
PhilippinesWhat are the chances of getting the visa if I am gonna come alone?
Lots of people go all by themselves.

You will be just fine. Good luck!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-04-15 13:42:00
PhilippinesWhat are you Obsessed about and cant Live without
Oberweis chocolate milk
Crocs
St. Louis Cardinals baseball
Lush products
my iPod
scrapbooking & card making
my son
my daughter
my dog
my husband
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-04-17 10:06:00
PhilippinesWIfe is really feeling welcome in U.S.
I suppose it is better to be overly welcomed then the alternative.

Hang tough. It all takes a little time.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-04-21 11:48:00
PhilippinesInterview April 29... Gosh I'm so nervous now...
Deep breaths........Remember why you are going there and how long you've fought for this.

You will be fine.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-04-27 17:03:00
PhilippinesFinally on Her way to US.
Wonderful news!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-04-24 10:42:00
PhilippinesHow many were asked for Baptismal Certificate?
Is this common in the Phillipines?

Hasn't been done to anyone I know of through Jamaican embassy.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-05 13:44:00
PhilippinesTax Transcripts versus Tax Returns
Tax transcripts are just a printout from the IRS of what you sent them. You have to call them to get these.

The only difference between the transcripts and the returns, is that with the returns, you need to send along the W-2's or 1099's.

You are fine with what you have.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-16 08:19:00
PhilippinesWife's family demanding money
QUOTE (k32005 @ Mar 6 2008, 05:20 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Wow, I'm sure glad I found this post, so that I can vent a little...

Well here goes...

When I met my wife, I knew her family just made enough to get by on their bills and daily expenses (Just like I did). Her dad worked, but her mom didn't work. After my wife arrived here in the US, she asked me if she can send some money to help out her family for that month. I said "ask them how much they need and help them out." She sent them money for that month. The following month, she sent some money again. This continued to be a monthly thing. Since I keep track of our finances, I later noticed that the amount she is sending has been increasing. I didn't say anything because for the most part, the money she sends increased after she started working. However, she was sending almost 100% of her paycheck.

My income barely pays for our house and our daily expenses. My only gripe is that the money that she is sending to her family could be used for savings. My idea of helping is to set aside some money for us first and then help those in need. As the saying goes "charity begins at home." However, my wife sends money first, and if we're short in cash for the month, then I have to work overtime.

Ever since we got married, my wife's family's living conditions have elevated so much. Her father does not work anymore, her neice now goes to school, and they just hang out everyday. Her family does not have any more financial worries. It is as if they won the lottery. Meanwhile, back here in the U.S., we are living paycheck to paycheck and working overtime to make ends meet.

We got into an argument one day because of money. I sold one of our cars because it was going to cost a lot of money to repair. I was gonna use the money to buy things we need for the house, and those things that we've been wanting to get the whole year, but couldn't afford to. I found out later that she has sent some of that cash to her family. I told her "didn't you already send money this month?" She replied, "I sent it for my neice because she called and she needs to attend a christmas party for school." We then got into a big argument.

Because of that argument, she is now very cautious (as far as amount) in sending money to her family, although she still sends money monthly. Unfortunately, my wife has quit her job, but still sends the same amount of money. We sure could use that money for a new car.



If we did not argue about this from time to time, I would be in the same boat as you. Thank God my husband did finally see how much things cost, how much we made, that I don't work 2 jobs for my health, that he was killing himself with overtime, and that we were living paycheck to paycheck with dreams of a better future.

You have to learn to figure out what is best for the two of you, discuss it, work out a system and go with it. Perhaps sending money every single month is not what works best for you. I believe I married my husband, not his entire family. And, I firmly believe every single able bodied person in that family should be working to pay for their needs. If that is happening, then I have a kinder gentler heart in these matters. If they are taking advantage of my kindness by not even attempting to help themselves, I find myself very easily able to deny any sort of request whatsoever. Until that tree in my back yard starts sprouting some money, they are SOL.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-04-08 10:18:00
PhilippinesWife's family demanding money
I'm so sorry for you. Been there.....am there.....done that.

What I have learned through our ordeal is that you have to learn to say no, to not feel bad about it, to pick and choose your battles, and that when you do send some, it will only make they want more.

It's a very stressful thing to deal with.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-01-07 09:18:00
PhilippinesMarrying in Phil after having visa in hand ?
You waited all this time and now that the end is in sight, you want to commit visa fraud? Please don't do that.

Someone else on here just said they other day they were denied the visa because someone at the embassy saw some pictures of just what you are proposing. How would you feel if you were turned away at the airport?

You can always go back and do it for Phil. family.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-04-14 12:43:00
PhilippinesAmerican Airlines to charge $15 for first checked bag, $25 for 2nd checked Bag
I've read about more and more little charges being added to flight charges. I think this is just the beginning.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-25 14:18:00
PhilippinesOMG! WHAT A SMALL WORLD! I MET HER THROUGH VJ
I'm always amazed at how many people I know from all over the world, who happen to know each other. Crazy stuff.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-06 07:53:00
PhilippinesCHANGE OF MIND
You do have to leave before the I-94 expires or it will effect any future visa endevours.

I'm so sorry.

I wish you the best in whatever direction your life takes you from here.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-06-06 14:54:00
PhilippinesAPPLYING RELATIVES FOR TOURIST VISA TO ATTEND YOUR WEDDING
QUOTE (Haole @ Jul 7 2008, 01:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Actually there are LOTS of people in the Philippines that are living decent lives there and care less about moving to the US to make a buck or go TNT.
These are the ones that are granted tourist visas.
Example!
GMA was just in the US and didn't go TNT!!!!!!! whistling.gif
I wonder if she had a tourist visa????

Sad USCIS can't distinguish from families [even super poor] that love their country and just want to be with their familes in the US for a short time for special occasions or visits and the ones that just want to run!
We'd love to bring mama over for a short time but there's no chance even if I put up a huge bond. She's 78 and out of the possible TNT or terrorist picture totally!



You can blame the USCIS reaction on everyone who has gone before us and abused the system.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-07 09:53:00
Philippinessuggestion to ladies flying to US soon...
It's funny you all say this cause my husband is from Jamaica and he is always amazed at how reasonable clothes and shoes are here compared to what he used to have to pay in Jamaica.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-05-13 15:48:00
PhilippinesHand carry stuff
We carried on all his important documents. I didn't want them out of my sight. The x-ray, we threw in the checked lugguage. You really don't need it anymore, although he did take it to his first doctor's visit in the US for the heck of it.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-19 22:07:00
Philippinesletting go of Fairy Tale
Very nice sentiment.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-25 10:32:00
PhilippinesThe Meaning of Marriage
You are a wealth of interesting articles today. Where are you getting all these?
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-29 10:39:00
PhilippinesCross Cultural Marriage and Relationships
Interesting article.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-29 10:25:00
PhilippinesArguements
QUOTE (Welshcookie @ Jul 31 2008, 07:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The trouble with IM's and texting is that things can very easily be taken out of context, or it is very easy to type something in anger and switch off a machine/phone.



I agree.

Everyone argues. It is good for a healthy relationship.

Hang in there.

QUOTE (rosal548 @ Aug 1 2008, 02:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well as far am my arguements are, we are going thru a major one right now as we speak and there are times that I do think that she will pull the plug but have not done so so far. Its the small things such as when I am chattting with her on Yahoo IM, her replies would be forever and come to find out that she is chatting with her friends at the same time, it really annoys me since I would prefer she would give all her attention to me while we are chatting. Another time is when she was not able to go online for a week and come to find out that she let her best friend borrow her laptop that i bought her. My friends here tell me that this is due to her age and inexperience in having a relationship since I am her first and will be her only man.

I guess its the long game of patience with her.



Tell her you have to go and she can call you when she has time to talk to just you. My hubby used to do that to me from Jamaica only he would talk to people all around us while we were on the phone. After a few times of telling him to call me when he could give me his undivided attention and then hanging up on him, he learned.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-08-01 14:27:00
PhilippinesThank God!!! Im done!
Congrats!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-30 10:15:00
PhilippinesPROUD TO BE MRS. WILSON
QUOTE (sugarplum @ Aug 1 2008, 08:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hello everyone,

I am happy to announced that I am proud to be MRS. WILSON. I was married last Monday , July 28, 2008.

To view my wedding pictures go to the website: chapelatthepark.com then click wedding photography then click view photos online and the password is suson072808.


then here's the another website to view some pics in my wedding reception:

http://kb-photograph...-reception.html


enjoy watching!!


Thank you soooo much LORD!! smile.gif



Best day ever.....my birthday. I will never forget your anniversary.

Beautiful wedding. I wish you a lifetime of love and happiness. Be good to each other.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-08-01 22:11:00
PhilippinesMrs. Taylor!!!
I love a happy love story. Congrats. I wish you years of happiness!
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-25 23:17:00
PhilippinesDS-156 Questions
I agree with all of the above. I would imagine those are the standard answers they get from all on the K-1.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-29 10:53:00
PhilippinesNeed Some Advice For My Fiancee and I She is 17
File it and see what happens. I hope you are both emotionally prepared for how long and difficult this journey can be and then the grueling adjustment process that follows. At 18, I was no where close to being ready for something like this.

I wish you luck.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-07-29 11:52:00
Philippinesa bump in our journey
Oh, how horrible. I've never heard of so much troubles from a birthmark.

I wish you luck in working it all out exactly how you wish it to be. Hang in there.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-08-06 10:36:00
Philippinesi was rape
QUOTE (TamaraLovesAdam @ Aug 13 2008, 11:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (darkshadow837 @ Aug 14 2008, 12:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (darkshadow837 @ Aug 14 2008, 12:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i made a new vj account to post what happened to me 3 days ago.Please help me what to think and what to do.Right now im very, very confused.I was raped 3 days ago.I dont know if posting here will do any good to me but im very desperate.Im so scared.Our neighibor whom very close friend to my fiance raped me while my fiance at work.My fiance and him treats themselves as brother.I dont know what to do now.My fiance dont know his friend raped me.

im very depsrerate to have someone to talk to here about my situation im shy to call the police or anypne as of now.i dont know what to do.i dont want to tell my family yet but god help me please im so desperate of what is should im going to do.



2 things to do... you have to tell your fiance and you have to tell the police!

I agree. #3, I would say, get some counseling or talk to some crisis center immediately.

*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-08-14 08:48:00
Philippinesbuying plane tickets in expedia.com
QUOTE (jas_noel @ Aug 19 2008, 02:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
has anybody tried to buy tickets from expedia.com? i was browsing their sites and i found that their prices are cheaper than PAL itself. i haven't been interviewed but I want to have idea on where to buy cheap plane tickets and how much it normally costs.



I have a few times and it's been fine. I could not purchase a one way for my SO to come to the US though. Had to call the airline directly in that case to make sure we sat together.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-08-19 12:42:00
PhilippinesMy K1 interview checklist
Good luck.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-08-19 09:44:00
PhilippinesNeed HELP for ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS
QUOTE (richo @ Aug 26 2008, 03:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Jomo @ Aug 26 2008, 01:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
All they need to file is $1010 for AOS/EAD/AP



OH ok I got yah! Sorry i thought they will apply for I-130 too. I missed it when she said that she's based on K-1 visa so she just need the AOS/EAD/AP FOR $1010. Sorry my bad tongue.gif Hi aime you wont need to file I-130 because you're based on K-1 fiancee visa. GOod luck again sleep.gif



It's alright. That's why we are all on here....to keep each other in check. You did a GREAT job on the rest of it.
*JG*FemaleJamaica2008-08-26 15:21:00