Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
Canada	1133 days later	OH man... Thank GOD -- finally, eh? Good to hear the good news. Best of luck to you! LGG	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-26 12:06:00
Canada	A Foot In Coldwater	Great... NOw I have "Just Between You and Me"... Stuck in my head.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 09:25:00
Canada	Immunization Help	Oh, I didn't see the other thread! Rhiann beat me to the punch as well, Peach! Edited by lgg, 29 October 2009 - 01:15 PM.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 13:15:00
Canada	Immunization Help	Hi there... here is the list for someone between 18-64 List of Canadian Immunizations that should tell you all you need to know... QUOTE (surfndan @ Oct 29 2009, 02:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> This is kind of an emergency. My canadian fiance is trying to her immunizations done today but we are unsure of which ones she needs. Can someone list exactly what she will need to get done? Please advise, thanks!	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 13:05:00
Canada	IRS tax returns vs. transcripts	Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha! Brail computer....	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 15:53:00
Canada	Things you do with your spouse / S.O. while apart	I was wondering how that turned out for you! If I may, did you get a super great last minute deal???? I find my plane ticket to BWI from Air Canada has SKY rocketed lately. I hate those mangy bxstards at Air Canada. Anyway, glad you guys worked something out, it's horrible having the weather and canceled flights have an impact on your visiting with your spouse. Good luck< Wyatt and have a super fun time. as if you won't!!! ~nudge, nudge~ QUOTE (Wyatt's Torch @ Oct 29 2009, 09:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yeah, Anna and I haven't been apart for more than five weeks since we got married...and we won't be. I'm flying down to Washington D.C. tomorrow (totally last minute...she was coming here, but her flight through Denver got nixed), then to spend Thanksgiving with her and her parents in Buffalo. Then she's got a flight booked to come up here for Christmas...but if some sort of progress happens with our immigration case (i.e.: I get an interview) then things will change, of course. But despite the fact that we're both very independent people, we can't stand to be apart. I mean, we tolerate it since we have to...but it does eat at us. I'm sure the same is true for pretty much everyone here though or else...well...they wouldn't be here!	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 20:42:00
Canada	Things you do with your spouse / S.O. while apart	Ditto in the comfortable in my own skin thing -- there are just those days that creep up on you and slap you right in the heart... QUOTE (Wyatt's Torch @ Oct 29 2009, 03:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (lgg @ Oct 29 2009, 12:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> God, I am having some sort of emotional surge today, folks... I'll go back to being bad*ss soon enough. Hey, it's fine. Honestly. I have my days where I feel all lonely and clingy etc. and I miss her horribly. And vice versa. But usually we can just steel ourselves to the process and take what we can get. Nothing beats being together though. I've always been comfortable in my own skin, but never in the same way as I feel when I'm with her.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 14:46:00
Canada	Things you do with your spouse / S.O. while apart	You said it! I remember when we were getting married -- He and I both were stressed like CRAZY! I thought i was going to blow a gasket but as soon as he pulled up at my house in the rental car and we saw each other it was like, Oh ####### yah, this ALL so worth it... I feel like that every single time I see him. Mush-mush-mushedy-mush... God, I am having some sort of emotional surge today, folks... I'll go back to being bad*ss soon enough.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 14:03:00
Canada	Things you do with your spouse / S.O. while apart	YOu guys want to hear something odd? I am not a phone person at all -- in fact I hate it! I used to call him a lot more often but since we're both not very into the telephone, we rarely make calls. I will once in awhile but yeah, anyone else find that? I find the phone has always made me feel a little awkward!	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 13:40:00
Canada	Things you do with your spouse / S.O. while apart	We are in contact pretty much all the time, every day and I keep him posted as to where I am and what I'll be doing just in case something happens to me. Exchange funny things we've read or seen that day, we used to play Cribbage on line but haven't for awhile. But just basically chat all through out the day and such. I'm much more chatty than he is though! I think that's pretty much it. It's funny hearing/reading all this but it just goes to show that if two people are compatible and have the gumption for it, you can make it work. But, I will also reiterate that living in fairly close proximity makes it easier to deal too -- I'm not sure if I could go months and months or even a year without seeing him -- I always find that when we see each other again, it's such feeling of relief. you know?	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 13:35:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	That's a really nice thing to say huggles -- I don't begrudge anyone anything but it changes a bit once you're married and I agree, why wouldn't they hasten the process just a bit for those of us who already are and especially since, there is never that many of us compared to Fiance visas. Not to say give priority or anything because things should be fair. But, if they can process close to 20 K1 (only off this site) should they not be able to process a similar number of CR1s? That's all. It's all I'm saying. QUOTE (Hugglebuggles @ Oct 30 2009, 11:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Ya know, as a K-1 I feel like I can say this, and no offense intended against my fellow K-1 visa holders out there... But I don't understand why a fiance(e) would be given a priority interview date over a husband/wife. Sure, the waiting is difficult no matter what the nature of your relationship is, but I can only imagine how difficult it would be to live the first year of your marriage (sometimes longer) away from your spouse. You'd think that they would offer CR-1/IR-1 interviews at a little faster pace. I understand there were a lot of K-1's who waited an awful long time to be granted an interview, and they deserved the date, absolutely, but seeing K-1's who sent their packets back this past month having dates while there are still Cr-1 people waiting from August/September even makes me a little ticked off. I didn't really care or understand the distintion when I was going through the process, but now as a married woman I couldn't even imagine living thousands of miles away from my husband. Life as a newly wed is great, missing out on that would be so crappy. Sorry you're having a hard time with this Lgg. I can only imagine what you're feeling. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you! Hopefully you get a December date, you deserve it!	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-30 11:03:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	My webbed toes are crossed for you!!!	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-30 10:24:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Aww, that's lovely Wyatt! I am just having the worst week EVER... It's so, so weird but my husband and I just finalized plans for his visit up her to see me in a few weeks and I always find that when the plan is set and we have great, fun, rollicking conversations about what's to come with us, it makes me miss him and our little family even more!!! It's crazy! I'm such a heaving weirdo! BTW, you and your wife are adorable. I peeked at your picture. I am thrilled when I hear people being able to see and visit each other -- that is one the one great thing about it, we're not THAT far away, a visit is always possible. have a good time, Wyatt! LGG QUOTE (Wyatt's Torch @ Oct 30 2009, 10:08 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I don't think I've ever wanted to give someone a platonic hug more, Lgg. Honestly. I'm so fortunate that I have the ability to visit my wife today, even if the circumstances for that ability aren't the greatest. I just hate that you've been waiting so damn long for further progress.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-30 09:45:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	I am extremely flattered at this notion and would be take kindly to it! I too will be without my little group of girlfriends. I think it's a great idea! QUOTE (Peachey @ Oct 30 2009, 10:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I have this feeling, that when LGG and I move, we will be havings coffee together I'm gonna need some friends after I move, and that's something to look forward too	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-30 09:42:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Hi ron/sharon.. I feel like a hell lamenting my own situation knowing full well what yours was like. But I do suppose that this journey makes us more auto-focused than we'd normally care to be. I do shed many a tear (at work sitting at my desk unfortunately). I keep myself focused though and move ahead and I wish us all like despite our short or long timelines. thank you very much for your kind/generous words. I am also very happy to know that your journey is almost complete. This journey is much easier with kind people who understand the process and what it can do to you. Best, LGG QUOTE (Ron/Sharon @ Oct 30 2009, 09:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> The waiting is not good for the mind or body and having a child wanting your presence and asks for you is down right depressing and makes everything worse. I know that you shed many tears, I have many times but held on and everything is back on track and hopefully you will be very soon writting (got it today, moving next week see you in AOS) You are always in our prayers. Ron and Sharon A strong heart and determination will get you what you want	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-30 09:03:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Check your PMs, cherie... pas de fromage necessaire! Hope you're having fun in Boston, la souris... do you eat a lot of beans there? Just kidding... We'll get home to the US at some point, right? And yes, get the room and fireplace ready, honey -- I'd appreciate that. Maybe a couple of good bottles of red? Have fun.... Talk soon. QUOTE (La Souris @ Oct 29 2009, 10:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Oh zut! I missed the pic Un fromage pour une photo, un fromage pour une photo! I hear you... I'm in Boston for the week, but I get sad not knowing when I'll be able to move and move on... Going back to Montreal Sunday, I'll get the room and fireplace ready for your winter visit LGG ~ soon soon	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-30 06:28:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Well, you waited a hell of a long time yourselves! And I agree, it is like emotional abuse, eh? That's what I keep telling myself but, as I'm sure you know, some days are harder than others.... Thanks for your support and good luck with your up and coming interview -- tell them LGG says hello! QUOTE (CanAmerican @ Oct 29 2009, 02:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I really hope you hear something soon. It's just not right. IT's like emotional abuse and no one really understands it unless they go through it. I've had alot of ppl ask me "so your STILL waiting for your visa??" That makes me want to scream "No, Im staying away from my husband b/c its a blast ". Ppl just dont get it. Anyways, thats why we are all here so we can vent and share similar experiences. Just try to tell yourself that it will happen...eventually. The waiting process is a pain, but really what can you do.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 13:59:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Yeah, you know it's cold when your own breath condenses in your nose hairs and eyelashes forming thick, white frost You know it's cold when you *stupidly* go out in the a.m. with wet hair and it freezes solid. I have hair down to my butt -- this is significant.... True Stories all...	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 12:01:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Hey honey, that's for HIM not me -- I is a true Canadian -- plus I have me blubs to keep me warm... I know *Len*, it's the suck but I am desperately trying to muddle my way through and I am an optimistic/happy hearted person and for something to tear me up like this, you gotta know it aint' right. QUOTE (*Len* @ Oct 29 2009, 12:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> oh chica and on the sexy winter Canadian lingerie Edited by lgg, 29 October 2009 - 11:11 AM.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 11:10:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	*Makes note* Get husband butt-flap longjongs since husband will be crapping himself with how cold it is... QUOTE (Peachey @ Oct 29 2009, 11:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (lgg @ Oct 29 2009, 11:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Oh Hai, Steve's wife... Oh I know, I am an ex-native of Montreal. I know full well what the winter is like there. My husband is going to ####### himself!!!! Good thing I got him a pair of those Vancouver 2010 Red mittens! he can put those on over his full-on wool bodysuit longjohns. Kinda chilly is the understatement of the year.... Make sure it has a butt flap! Edited by lgg, 29 October 2009 - 10:52 AM.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 10:52:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Oh Hai, Steve's wife... Oh I know, I am an ex-native of Montreal. I know full well what the winter is like there. My husband is going to ####### himself!!!! Good thing I got him a pair of those Vancouver 2010 Red mittens! he can put those on over his full-on wool bodysuit longjohns. Kinda chilly is the understatement of the year.... QUOTE (Steve Treible @ Oct 29 2009, 11:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Steve's wife here: Hang in there! The CR-1/IR-1 interviews for November were actually scheduled before the K1s by the looks of it. Hopefully you'll get in for a December interview, but if not I'm sure it will be January (if it is - wrap up really, really, really warm for the wait at the door; it's kind of chilly there).	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 10:49:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Aw... I'm sorry for the false inspiration -- I just happen to know for a fact that my husband would be like, "I know that most of the people there are your buddies and you can trust them, but what about the nutters, baby??? Don't post pics of us on the INTERNET!" For that, I respect him so.... You can assume I am frog that plays the banjo though, there are much worse things. QUOTE (Wyatt's Torch @ Oct 29 2009, 11:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Psh. You inspired me to actually put up a profile picture of my wife and I. I'm NOT a fan of photographs though, so I totally understand your reluctance! Superstitious natives had it right when they thought a camera could steal spirits... Of course now I have to assume that you just look like a frog and play the banjo.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 10:41:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	I know... I took it down already... I feel extremely shy about posting photos of us on an online forum... Limited time offer... Paranoid? I suppose but I am nothing if not a cautious cat.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 10:35:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Ha! I know, right??? That made me laugh... He's more the Raven's fan than I am -- like I said, I'm all about the Eddie Allen Poe... QUOTE (Peachey @ Oct 29 2009, 11:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (lgg @ Oct 29 2009, 11:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> PS... . I changed my photo in my profile... I'm generally a little shy about posting pics so... this is about as close as I'll get. That's me and my family. Pfft, you look like a Ravens fan Hehe, nice pic	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 10:11:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	PS... . I changed my photo in my profile... I'm generally a little shy about posting pics so... this is about as close as I'll get. That's me and my family.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 10:02:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	You guys are the best. I hope you're all right -- sometimes I get so angry and frustrated with Montreal but as you know, there's nothing I can do. I can't read any other thread where people complete at NVC and get an interview assigned like a week or so later. But all in due time I suppose. And thanks for all your kind support, it actually means quite a lot.... I'd tell you all I loved you but that would just be SO weird... So i'm sending you all cyber-Timbits instead, okay?	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 09:54:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	Yeah. That's actually what makes me the saddest -- like I said, my husband and I? We're golden but that little girl waiting for me? I cannot explain how it wrecks me inside. I don't have my own children and she may be the closest I'll get. I feel like I'm letting her down by not being with her because though smart, she's still young enough that she doesn't understand why I'm not there yet. Biggest heartache ever, that. And again, I thank you all for letting me vent - I know I come across sometimes as a whiny baby -- and I hope not so much so but t his is the only place where I can say these things where I'll be understood, save for the conversations with my guy.... Thanks everyone -- I appreciate it.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 09:42:00
Canada	Did Montreal Forget About us...	So, was talking to my husband today and he was saying that his daughter, (whom i love like no other person) was asking why can't LGG just come and live with us? Why do we have to wait so long? When is she going to get here... I have to tell you? It freaking broke my heart into a million pieces. I mean, it's crappy enough when my husband is like, "gaaaaaah, we didn't get an interview AGAIN?" but he and I, we deal with it. It's depressing and hard but we're fine. But thinking about my little sunshine girl saying stuff like that and not getting was totally heartbreaking to me. I'm only going on about it here because I know you guys can relate. I know you all understand what it feels like. It also feels like to me that it's going to be one of those months that NVC doesn't schedule any CR1 interviews and such. Most months when they do, they've started already by now and well... it feels like we've been forgotten about again. I'd even be happy if I saw some of my other Canadian CR1s who finished before get an interview. With the influx of people on here lately talking about how they are A.O.Sing, whether they are legitimate or not, I don't care anymore, sometimes makes me so envious that I almost can't read the posts without feeling sorry for myself. There. I said it. Anyway. Its' getting really hard, this waiting. But I just wanted to say something -- you guys get it. I know that no one can tell me anything to make me feel better but sometimes it just feel good saying it to people who understand. Thanks for listening. LGG Edited by lgg, 29 October 2009 - 09:36 AM.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 09:33:00
Canada	New cameras for Biometrics?	Oh lovely... Here's to hoping I get a nice, big, fat zit that day too, right?	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-30 11:11:00
Canada	Interview today - Approved!!!	Your mad theories (MAST) and silly jokes better linger on, buster or I will KICK your *ss! j/k. Okay, I'm not... now you have to keep the rest of us sane, k? Good. QUOTE (mikey78 @ Oct 30 2009, 12:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thank you thank you thank you everyone! Thank you for all the good wishes and kind words. I got home to TO really tired and sleep was what I needed most I guess Not sure it really registered with me that I was approved yesterday...until maybe my first coffee today In a sense the long wait and all the stress of unknown dates and outcomes builds up like a plot in Greek theater and few minutes of an interview and brief congratulations from the consul just doesn't cut it for good catharis Let me comment on some of your congratulations Lgg, the moment you get your interview I will be jumping up and down with you! Drinks in Lil Italy included! Trailmix, not getting married for all these 7 years wasn't that difficult and definitely saved me from going though a few divorces Steve Treible, I guess we did have the same CO at the interview. One way or another, I still do not understand why he said you would need advance parol to return to the US if you leave before your plastic green card arrives...doesn't make sense. Btw, did you get your passport back? Darkchilde794, as soon as I get my envelope back with passport I will let you know if NEXT AM is worth the money paid for it CanAmerican, it seems like everyone was really nice at the consulate, starting from the guards on CO finishing...I guess if you come early enough they will not be pissed off yet by all the disorganized applicants Truth be told, it is so obvious who was from VJ in the consulate...we had our docs in order to be presented, we knew what will follow so no need to be extra anxious, etc. IR5FORMUMSIE, that's pure luck I didn't have to wait longer Watching Visa Bulletin each month is like looking into a crystal ball You never know what you gonna get...or was that a box of chocolates and life...I am so confused from all that long wait LOL Ant+D+A, yeah family-based aren't as straight forward as it seems and neither are the issues of citizenship...It's just a mess and that's why they need a reform! One way or another I ended as the only one in my family who was without the US passport...with all the changes at the border we were made acutely aware that it might have serious consequences for our family if this situation continues...one day some border dude might just say that I can't come back home to NY and that's that... Hugglebuggles, and this links to your question of whether it was worth it...I guess I will be able to tell you in a few years At this point it just felt that it needs to be taken care of as soon as possible...coming back to NY from a visit to Europe always was a painful memory...my whole family swiftly going through the immigration for the US citizens, and me lining up somewhere else to be admitted to the US as a tourist...not to mention that at the border you are always an intending immigrant, so if traveling to the US to visit your SO is difficult while waiting for your interview and visa, this is even worse coz it's taking so damn long. Luckily throughout all these years there was only one time when I had an incident at the border (driving to Boston-Peace Bridge), and not because I didn't have the right paperwork, I actually had too much Milimelo, it's true but there are other cases when kids born to US citizens (meaning being US citizen at the time of a child's birth) aren't US citizens...I never thought of myself as an immigrant, my great grandma was an immigrant when she left Europe for the US...but actually going through this whole immigration process bureaucratically boxed my identity into 'an intending immigrant' category LOL Again, thank you all for all the best wishes...and don't ya hope I'd be leaving VJ any time soon My mad theories (like almost forgotten MAST) and the bad jokes will linger on	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-30 11:19:00
Canada	Interview today - Approved!!!	Awwwww, MIkey!!!! Yay, for you buddy! Of course you passed! That is awesome, now get the hell out of here (Canada that is, not this board)! I kid, I kid.... Congratulations and good luck to you! I'm glad to hear that it all went well... Best, LGG Edited by lgg, 29 October 2009 - 11:06 AM.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 11:05:00
Canada	What to wear.....	My converse hurt my feeties if I wear them for too long.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-11-01 12:23:00
Canada	What to wear.....	ANswer me this then.... What in hell is up with their eyebrows? Do they wax the hell out of them? and why? And why do they spray themselves orange? it confuses me?	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 15:34:00
Canada	What to wear.....	Let's pick Sean out of the crowd! I have to ask you all. What IS with that Gino/douchebag phenomenon? I live in TO and I have never seen on in real life. I hear they're all over Jersey though!!!! *Runs* Attached Files  gino1.jpg   26.99KB   0 downloads	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 15:25:00
Canada	What to wear.....	Two words for you. Douche Bag.... S'not you, it's mah brothah!! QUOTE (LeprechaunSean @ Oct 29 2009, 04:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Here's what I'm going to wear....this is a pic of me from 9 years ago at a party-try and tell me that shirt isn't a collectable. Ok I'm not actually going to wear the shirt. Actually I can't believe I ever did wear it. IT WAS A PHASE OK. I'm pretty sure this would raise a few questions in the consul's mind though....	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 15:19:00
Canada	What to wear.....	Well, Arabella, I have big poofy hair that's always clipped up so I'm going to wear my lucky turtle neck, some nice wool pants and my knee high boots. My hair will suck though! It's all about balance!	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 15:13:00
Canada	What to wear.....	Great, Sprails, rub it in about your mind-numbing beauty! Some of us have to rely on fashion! and by fashion I mean what can get away with at work that passes for BC and is on the fairly clean side. QUOTE (Sprailenes @ Oct 29 2009, 04:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I did not dress up at all. I think I just wore capris and a regular old shirt. There were people dressed up, but I didn't bother going all out. Really about the booth, eh? I guess I'd thought it was going to be cop show styled interview rooms with two-way mirrors and a camera and stuff. How anti-climactic! :|	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 15:08:00
Canada	What to wear.....	Hey Sean, I think you should wear this outfit Jill mentioned! casual, a little dressy and little flirty, ya know? I think you could pull it off. Seriously though? I plan on wearing business casual -- why not, right? Comfortable but yet respectable with no team/political affiliations that could potentially set your interviewer off... QUOTE (JillA @ Oct 29 2009, 03:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> My interview was in July, so I wore a pair of brown capris, wedge sandals, and a nice sleeveless top Fairly casual, but still a bit dressy	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 15:03:00
Canada	What to wear.....		lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-10-29 14:55:00
Canada	The most brilliant student	You're just in good spirits because you had a conjugal visit! QUOTE (Wyatt's Torch @ Nov 3 2009, 12:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Haha. I love it. Naughty and hilarious...the best combo.	lgg	Not Telling	Canada	2009-11-03 12:09:00