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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (Maire @ Jun 23 2009, 08:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (lee b @ Jun 23 2009, 08:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I have to admit yesterday was a bit disheartening since there were no approvals. I am trying to bounce back today and I feel pretty good about it.

I dont think they do $hit on MOndays...honestly...


Maire, you are correct. They don't do $hit on Mondays. Or Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun...

There have been 29 approvals in June and only 98 since the start of May. It is absolute B$.
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-23 08:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (vespa rossa @ Jun 22 2009, 02:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Here's a question for you. For those of you planning on doing more traditional church weddings (man, I'd love to do the boat thing!!), are any of you getting married in the Catholic church?

Am trying to navigate that now, but apparently most churches don't seem to want to bend their "must be a member for 6 months - year" rule for immigrant fiances that have to get married within 90 days. Also partly my fault as when I moved to NYC a few years ago I didn't formally register with a church. Just curious about everyone else's experiences.


Hmm...having to "formally register with a church"....jeeze, what bureaucracy! What is next? Will we have to get the church to process our P-129F to approve us to pray?

Seriously sorry that you are getting caught in religious red tape...that is my problem with "organized religion" - you get an "organization" with rules to self-perpetuate the "organization" (not the religion)...
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-22 14:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
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QUOTE (lee b @ Jun 22 2009, 09:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Maire- is she an identical twin or a fraternal twin?

identical...


Thats a terrifying thought. Do you two have the same basic personality?

nope at all....we are the opposite

See I told you.... 'split' personality rofl.gif rofl.gif rofl.gif rofl.gif rofl.gif

not really..but I do suffer from ODD blush.gif

ODD? EWA maybe OCD?

I did try to find one for hands on hips... couldnt find one! smile.gif

rofl.gif no silly...ODD..google it and thats me...


Yup, Maire is not just odd...she is really ODD!

whistling.gif
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-22 09:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (lee b @ Jun 22 2009, 09:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Rich and Bey @ Jun 22 2009, 09:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
everyone my interview is set for july 28th. i am so excited.



Thats awesome my friend.


Lee, where is your NOA2!! I really want to see your post here about that! That means mine is getting close (one week behind you, otherwise known as 2 months USCIS laziness time)...

I hope it is in the mail when you get home today!
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-22 09:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (Roman&Marina @ Jun 22 2009, 08:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Packet 3 received!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Awesome! I have given up the idea of a NOA2 and interview before I head to see Jenny (probably Aug 29 - Sept 7). It looks like I will have to make a second trip to accompany her back here (probably a straight flight to Manila, followed the next day or two by a flight back here sad.gif ).

At this rate, I am guessing it will be October before the USCIS gets ####### done and an interview scheduled...

Have I mentioned how much I hate the USCIS?

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QUOTE (lee b @ Jun 21 2009, 08:48 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Where did you go Maire?

I went to my sister's house in Cape Coral...GOod morning sunshinessss

QUOTE (Richard-Joanna @ Jun 22 2009, 05:42 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Rich and Bey @ Jun 22 2009, 02:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Good Morning Everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mornin' Rich... et-al

14 hours and counting!!!!!!!


ur so lucky!!!

Mornin' Sweet Maire... yes, personally, I think I am the luckiest guy on earth! smile.gif

Did you have a good time with your Sister? Is she cute and single?? tongue.gif

MARRIED WITH KIDS SHE IS lmao.....
im glad ur gonna see her...iam going to Cuba August 28th *sighs*

Do you have any more sisters? *giggle*

my twin sis...but she wouldnt like u "giggle"


Mornin' Liz....

EVERYONE likes me! Why wouldn't she? *hands on hips*


Richard, I am SHOCKED! you couldn't find an icon for that??
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-22 09:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (Richard-Joanna @ Jun 22 2009, 08:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (lee b @ Jun 22 2009, 07:59 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Good morning everyone.

Richard you are such a lucky guy. I am attempting to hide my jealousy. I hope you have a great time though. Do lots of things that I would do. Although you may want to check your state laws some of those things could be illegal in Georgia! devil.gif

LOL, many of the things I have planned are illegal in most of the continuous 48! smile.gif One of the reasons to go to sea... International law does NOT outlaw these things innocent.gif

Lee, I do so hope this is your week!!!


Richard, I am VERY envious of you! But I am very happy for you too!

Here in Virginia, there is not much you CAN legally do... outdated, puritanical, laws and all. Of course, they have been essentially made moot due to not having been enforced for many decades....

Davae
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-22 09:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (Richard-Joanna @ Jun 19 2009, 12:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (LiLMermaid @ Jun 19 2009, 12:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (D_n_M @ Jun 19 2009, 09:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yeah... women... rolling around.... the possibility of surprise clothes removal and pop outs... among other things and it all happens in slow motion in a mans mind... and music starts playing from out of no where... its a spiritual moment for men.



rofl.gif

This is technically referred to as a wardrobe malfunction! wink.gif

<--- church mouse


Not a malfunction! Just a hidden "feature" of the clothing. We need more hidden features like that! good.gif devil.gif
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-19 17:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (Richard-Joanna @ Jun 19 2009, 09:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (D_n_M @ Jun 19 2009, 09:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
MEEEOOOWWW!!! CAT FIGHT!!! WOOHOO!!!


<-- Picks a good spot and pulls up a comfy chair to watch eb0dfafc.gif

QUOTE (jawi876 @ Jun 19 2009, 09:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (D_n_M @ Jun 19 2009, 09:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
MEEEOOOWWW!!! CAT FIGHT!!! WOOHOO!!!


I knew it! I was waiting on one of the Richards to say it...LOL What is it with men and watching women brawl? Nevermind...don't answer this is a G-rated board. LOL

G-Rated? since when? G-Spot rated more like it!


Ya thats it! All the girls here rate your G-Spot! devil.gif
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-19 17:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (lizandpat @ Jun 19 2009, 08:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ok...now tell me...who WOULDN'T want to get up close and personal with these guys???



In order from left to right is: David (American), Sebastien (Frenchie), Urs (Swiss) and Carols (Spainard)

**sigh**


I'm with Richard on this one - I do NOT want to get "up close and personal" with those guys...
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-19 17:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (D_n_M @ Jun 18 2009, 07:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
They say its random... Who knows... At least its not at USCIS anymore


Don't panic, it could easily be on its way before you know it. And it could be worse, you could be stuck at USCIS when they seem to have gone back to not working. 3 whole approvals in the last week... and there is still the possibility that if they ever actually look at ours and approve it, that we could *still* end up in AP at the NVC...

USCIS really sucks.
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-18 18:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (jawi876 @ Jun 18 2009, 02:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
HE GOT APPROVED!!!!!!! YES!!!! Thank you JESUS!!!!!


Congrats Jawi! Great news!
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-18 14:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (Richard-Joanna @ Jun 18 2009, 12:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
JAWI! stop keeping us in suspense!!!!


Seriously Jawi, we want to hear the GOOD news!
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-18 12:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
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QUOTE (Dave & Jenny @ Jun 18 2009, 03:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (JeremySusan @ Jun 18 2009, 09:42 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hey guys,

after reading in a thread yesterday that NVC had some applications even though NOA2's had not been sent out, i got very VERY excited thinking ours may be one of them. i rang and wishful thinking, we were told to contact USCIS, they ahd not received our file yet. ah well, now i know there is someone on the other end of the phone in NVC i am going to plague them with calls until i hear those delightful words, "yes ma'am your application is here".

hope everyone has a good day



PLEASE DON'T plague them with calls!! From your NOA1 date, you are perhaps weeks ahead of where the USCIS processing is (the latest NOA1 date that has been approved is still 2 weeks ahead of your date). The NVC is a helpful organization helping us out when we call, even though it is NOT their responsibility or something they have *ANY* visibility or control! If they get to many calls from us about what the USCIS is doing, they will just turn this *OFF*.


my bad, advice taken on board. i guess it was one way of finding out some information, not knowing is the killer. blush.gif


Trust me, we know how that feels! It is annoying that they seem to be going back to H1B processing or something...I wish they would work on our applications...
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-18 11:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (JeremySusan @ Jun 18 2009, 09:42 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hey guys,

after reading in a thread yesterday that NVC had some applications even though NOA2's had not been sent out, i got very VERY excited thinking ours may be one of them. i rang and wishful thinking, we were told to contact USCIS, they ahd not received our file yet. ah well, now i know there is someone on the other end of the phone in NVC i am going to plague them with calls until i hear those delightful words, "yes ma'am your application is here".

hope everyone has a good day



PLEASE DON'T plague them with calls!! From your NOA1 date, you are perhaps weeks ahead of where the USCIS processing is (the latest NOA1 date that has been approved is still 2 weeks ahead of your date). The NVC is a helpful organization helping us out when we call, even though it is NOT their responsibility or something they have *ANY* visibility or control! If they get to many calls from us about what the USCIS is doing, they will just turn this *OFF*.


Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-18 09:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (jawi876 @ Jun 17 2009, 12:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Maire @ Jun 16 2009, 05:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
gosh if I knew this was going to happen....I wouldve told VSC not to send NOA2s for at least 5 more months LOL whistling.gif


You are not a good liar. I think you would have one patch of hair remaining at the top of your head if you had to wait 5 more months. LOL


Hey fam! I see you guys are all busy little beavers preparing for the next step. My interview is tomorrow...so I'm praying all goes well with my honey.


Jawi, good luck with your interview! let us know tomorrow about your visa approval smile.gif
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-17 20:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
For those of you following my efforts, I wanted to let you all know how the Tour de Cure event went.

In short, it was a great success! The weather was perfect, the ride not too bad, and most importantly with help from 67 of you, I managed to raise just over $3500 which when added to that of about 1200 other riders came to over $500K for the fight against Diabetes. To all who donated, my sincere thanks (and to those who still want to, you can still donate)!

In more detail, the event started (all to early) with a 7:40 check-in, a quick breakfast and a start at around 8:10 am. The weather was sunny and the temp was in the upper 60s. The original plan was to have an initial stop where my friends Matt and Gay Lynne were volunteering, but I rode right by them (they were at the Ashburn rest stop, but I had thought they were going to be at Cochran Mill!). So as a result, my first stop was 1/3 of the way finished at the Leesburg rest stop. Here I grabbed a half banana, almonds, and a snack bar, plus some water, called Matt & Gay Lynne (and found out where they were), and after about 10 minutes was back on the trail.

The next break was at the end of the W&OD trail in Purcellville (the halfway point) where I grabbed a sandwich, more water, and a snickers protein bar (with 40carbs!). This stop was pretty busy, with riders from the 63 and 100 mile rides (and a long line for the bathroom!). After about 25 minutes, I hit the road again.

The next leg took me through about 4 or 5 miles of country roads in a loop around Purcellville and then back to the W&OD trail. From there it was mostly downhill back to Leesburg, then after a quick supplemental drink of water, on to Ashburn to stop for a quick rest, bio-break and to visit with Matt & Gay Lynne. After 15 minutes of rest, it was back on the bike for the last 10 miles where Matt & Gay Lynne met me at the finish line (just barely beating me there).

In the end, the ride took 5 hours 11 minutes (including the stops) for 63 miles. Very tiring, but after having had trained for it a couple previous rides of 60+ miles, I actually felt fine - good enough to go at least a few more miles smile.gif

After the ride, I enjoyed a slice of pizza (it is nice to be able to splurge after burning 4000 calories!), then we hung out in the Reston Town Center joined by my brother Brian and his family. We caught a little music and the "awards" ceremony. At the ceremony, there were two Youth Ambassadors who shared their stories of courage and encouragement in managing their Type 1 Diabetes. Their stories were vivid reminders that this disease affects people of all ages and types, and reminding us how important it is to work to find a cure.

After the event, it was back home for a long shower followed by a celebratory cheeseburger with sweet potato fries and a few really good beers (and lots more water).

And please do not forget to get your fasting blood sugar checked at your next doctor's appointment!

Dave
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-06-16 21:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (D_n_M @ Aug 6 2009, 09:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Maria just called and went WooHoo!!! Which is funny because she thinks it's silly when I do it and she has always refused. However, she said the interview was perfect and she will go pick up her passport with the visa tomorrow morning at 10 am. AHHH She will fly here next thursday!!!!

Yippy!!!!!

Maire I'm updating my timeline now darling!



WOOHOO!!! Great news Congrats! kicking.gif kicking.gif
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-06 21:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
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QUOTE (lee b @ Aug 5 2009, 11:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So Need and Derek both have their interviews tomorrow right? It's happening fast for everyone. Who is the next person to have their interview after them? They need to hurry up and approve Richard already. He has waited long enough.


Jenny is finishing her medical Friday (she had to wait to finish because of her monthly visitor). If all goes well, her interview is scheduled for 7am Monday.



Sweet man. Except for the monthly visitor part. How soon after her interview is Jenny coming to you?


Current plans are for me to fly there on Sept 5/6 and then for her to fly out with her from Manila on Sept 13 to Hawaii for a week. I have a timeshare exchanged for a week on Kauai, and I figure Honolulu is a friendlier place for a POE than Washington, DC. Then it is back here on Sept 20. I'm a bit sad to miss her birthday (Aug 31), but she wants to stay until mid-September and it works with Labor Day... As she told me, we will have plenty more here...

I can't wait!
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 21:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (Rich and Bey @ Aug 5 2009, 03:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Finally Visa in Hand. After numerous calls and driving them crazy they finally delivered the visa today at 4:30 her time.. we were so nervous.



WOOHOO!!! kicking.gif good.gif Great news!
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 21:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (JeremySusan @ Aug 5 2009, 12:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks guys...They sent out a quick date, I only replied last week. At least they are on the ball with Interviews.



Great news!! We are keeping our timelines real close!
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 20:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
QUOTE (lee b @ Aug 5 2009, 11:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So Need and Derek both have their interviews tomorrow right? It's happening fast for everyone. Who is the next person to have their interview after them? They need to hurry up and approve Richard already. He has waited long enough.


Jenny is finishing her medical Friday (she had to wait to finish because of her monthly visitor). If all goes well, her interview is scheduled for 7am Monday.
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 20:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 09 - VSC
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QUOTE (biggestchallenge @ Aug 4 2009, 08:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL *** The last processing action taken on your case Receipt Number: EACXXXXXXXXApplication Type: I129F , PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) Current Status: Approval notice sent. On August 4, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service. If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision from USCIS within the current processing time listed*, please contact USCIS Customer Service at (800) 375-5283. *Current processing times can be found on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov under Case Status and Processing Dates.*** Please do not respond to this e-mail message. Sincerely, The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS HOLY MOLY I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


WOOHOO!!! kicking.gif good.gif

Congrats Biggestchallenge! I am keeping my fingers crossed that they mail it to the NVC promptly (vs the almost 2 weeks it took them to mail mine) and it flies through to the embassy!

Dave...can I ask u a question?

QUOTE (NEED4SPEED @ Aug 5 2009, 10:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
AMERICAN AIRLINES 05AUG NEW YORK NY MIAMI FL 545P 900P
AA 2011 Wednesday LA GUARDIA MIAMI INTL
TERMINAL M
AIRCRAFT: BOEING 757-200/300

ok im lost..why did u mention ft lauderdale?


Maire, of course you can ask me a question! Now I won't promise to answer, but in all likelihood I will answer...

actually I forgot what was i gonna ask u...but I know it had something to do with the tights ur wearing on ur pics LOL


QUOTE (NEED4SPEED @ Aug 5 2009, 10:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Cubanita - you ^&$&$ lol I WILL TAKE THE RIGHT ONE, sorry but first time i'll be in miami int'l... you didnt answer my question, whats around there?
Richard - i called the U.S embassy in Lima and they just said 2008 tax return.

around MIA there are a lot of things..depends what ur looking for....


You mean the bike shorts? They are padded to keep my bum from getting too sore when riding for 64 miles! I hate wearing them in public, but they help...

Well I forgot what I was gonna ask u..but they are surely sexy tights LMAO...u should wear them more often whistling.gif


Not a chance! I am not so "manpretty" as Lee. I will only wear them 2 or 3 times a week while riding...
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 10:16:00
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QUOTE (biggestchallenge @ Aug 4 2009, 08:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL *** The last processing action taken on your case Receipt Number: EACXXXXXXXXApplication Type: I129F , PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) Current Status: Approval notice sent. On August 4, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service. If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision from USCIS within the current processing time listed*, please contact USCIS Customer Service at (800) 375-5283. *Current processing times can be found on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov under Case Status and Processing Dates.*** Please do not respond to this e-mail message. Sincerely, The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS HOLY MOLY I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


WOOHOO!!! kicking.gif good.gif

Congrats Biggestchallenge! I am keeping my fingers crossed that they mail it to the NVC promptly (vs the almost 2 weeks it took them to mail mine) and it flies through to the embassy!

Dave...can I ask u a question?

QUOTE (NEED4SPEED @ Aug 5 2009, 10:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
AMERICAN AIRLINES 05AUG NEW YORK NY MIAMI FL 545P 900P
AA 2011 Wednesday LA GUARDIA MIAMI INTL
TERMINAL M
AIRCRAFT: BOEING 757-200/300

ok im lost..why did u mention ft lauderdale?


Maire, of course you can ask me a question! Now I won't promise to answer, but in all likelihood I will answer...

actually I forgot what was i gonna ask u...but I know it had something to do with the tights ur wearing on ur pics LOL


QUOTE (NEED4SPEED @ Aug 5 2009, 10:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Cubanita - you ^&$&$ lol I WILL TAKE THE RIGHT ONE, sorry but first time i'll be in miami int'l... you didnt answer my question, whats around there?
Richard - i called the U.S embassy in Lima and they just said 2008 tax return.

around MIA there are a lot of things..depends what ur looking for....


You mean the bike shorts? They are padded to keep my bum from getting too sore when riding for 64 miles! I hate wearing them in public, but they help...

Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 09:53:00
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QUOTE (Maire @ Aug 5 2009, 10:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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QUOTE (biggestchallenge @ Aug 4 2009, 08:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL *** The last processing action taken on your case Receipt Number: EACXXXXXXXXApplication Type: I129F , PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) Current Status: Approval notice sent. On August 4, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service. If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision from USCIS within the current processing time listed*, please contact USCIS Customer Service at (800) 375-5283. *Current processing times can be found on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov under Case Status and Processing Dates.*** Please do not respond to this e-mail message. Sincerely, The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS HOLY MOLY I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


WOOHOO!!! kicking.gif good.gif

Congrats Biggestchallenge! I am keeping my fingers crossed that they mail it to the NVC promptly (vs the almost 2 weeks it took them to mail mine) and it flies through to the embassy!

Dave...can I ask u a question?

QUOTE (NEED4SPEED @ Aug 5 2009, 10:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
AMERICAN AIRLINES 05AUG NEW YORK NY MIAMI FL 545P 900P
AA 2011 Wednesday LA GUARDIA MIAMI INTL
TERMINAL M
AIRCRAFT: BOEING 757-200/300

ok im lost..why did u mention ft lauderdale?


Maire, of course you can ask me a question! Now I won't promise to answer, but in all likelihood I will answer...

Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 09:30:00
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QUOTE (Richard-Joanna @ Aug 4 2009, 09:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (lee b @ Aug 4 2009, 09:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Now we just have to get Richard his approval. I had a feeling this was going to be a good week. It is nice to have a few less people stressed out. Richard I know that you are not worried, but I want you to get your approval sooner than later.

Thanks Lee... It will happen, VSC seems to be on one of their "ROLLS"... and the CSC seems to be the laggard again... strange how this happens. Nevertheless for the sake of all my new friends and family I am glad that the sleeping giant, Vermont, has woke up!!! Four more approvals today so far and more than likely a few more will get updated tomorrow... yeeeeeehaaaaaaaaaa... Two more of my wonderful February family is out of the HELL known as the USCIS and VERMONT.


QUOTE (Lupy @ Aug 4 2009, 09:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I really was starting to worry that something was wrong, or that after all this waiting I would get some sort of unexplained RFE which would delay everything even longer. Thank the gods that this part at least is finally over. I've been waiting so long that the waiting itself started to become some sort of habit. I've got to get ahold of myself or else I'm going to go nuts with happiness!

I'm absolutely going to make the trip there to go to the interview. She already has everything mostly in order to come to the states, so as soon as she has the visa in hand we're going to travel back together. I can't wait!

I'm going to pour myself another sangria! Thank you everyone for the cheerful support!

Sangria? I didnt know you were Spanish... smile.gif

I really am soooooooooo happy for you and the LUPY one... and after all the torment... go nuts dude... you deserve it!


You know, sometimes I wonder if they have not shipped some boxes to CSC (based on the divergence of service center processing times between CSC and VSC and the late evening email times) and it is actually the CSC taking up the slack. I don't really care though as long as you guys all get your approvals smile.gif

Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 09:15:00
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QUOTE (Lupy @ Aug 4 2009, 09:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ok. I'm through feeling sad and despondent. I got my approval TODAY! Email at 7:15pm! Totally strange time to send me this email but oh well! Woot! I really really REALLY had the worst feeling that my file was going to be stuck somewhere. Anyone still waiting please hang on. The waiting almost made me completely lose my mind. But now the sweet sweet relief...

kicking.gif kicking.gif



YIPEE!!! Awesome news Lupy! On to the next step! Congratulations!
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 09:12:00
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QUOTE (biggestchallenge @ Aug 4 2009, 08:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL *** The last processing action taken on your case Receipt Number: EACXXXXXXXXApplication Type: I129F , PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) Current Status: Approval notice sent. On August 4, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service. If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision from USCIS within the current processing time listed*, please contact USCIS Customer Service at (800) 375-5283. *Current processing times can be found on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov under Case Status and Processing Dates.*** Please do not respond to this e-mail message. Sincerely, The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS HOLY MOLY I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


WOOHOO!!! kicking.gif good.gif

Congrats Biggestchallenge! I am keeping my fingers crossed that they mail it to the NVC promptly (vs the almost 2 weeks it took them to mail mine) and it flies through to the embassy!
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 09:10:00
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QUOTE (Richard-Joanna @ Aug 4 2009, 10:59 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Wow someone in my march family got a denial email from the USCIS. I feel soooo bad for them after being touched like 4 days in a row



Did they gave a reason for the denial. I feel awful for those people.

Not in the email apparently.. but surely they do in the snail mail. I have to say my confidence was shaken by this news. I had always believed that an approval was a given as long as the petitioner was a US Citizen, had proof of meeting in last 2 years etc... hmmmm, now I donno.


Richard, don't let your confidence be shaken. I bet if you get more context, there will be a real reason for it. Something like an existing marriage, criminal record, or something else. Outright denials are pretty unusual and 98% of those have a real reason. Not that there isn't the truly odd one that is some officer who did not get morning coffee and donuts and had a fight with the wife that morning, but those are really unlikely.

Unless your case is unusual, you will likely have smooth sailing, or worst case an RFE.

I am hoping you get your approval any day now!


Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-05 08:51:00
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QUOTE (Rich and Bey @ Aug 2 2009, 11:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Richaed you had sex? Shame on you!!!!


Yes, he had cybersex and needed a nap afterwards....typing is a lot of exertion for us old guys...
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-02 11:10:00
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QUOTE (NEED4SPEED @ Jul 31 2009, 11:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey guys how are you! i been busy moving and getting things ready. My interview is next week and i'm going there with her! but for now im really stressed with the move. BTW...do i have to fill out a DS - 230 for the interview, whats the intent for this and it has to be filled out by her correct? Thank you all and congrats for the approvals and everyone who has been waiting! smile.gif we're all making it happen!



Unfortunately, the answer is maybe - some embassies require the DS-230, some do NOT. In the Philippines they do NOT. Check with the embassy or on the embassy website.

Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-01 04:08:00
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QUOTE (IgorK @ Jul 31 2009, 10:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Sneaking out of work to catch wireless on the second floor...

*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL ***

The last processing action taken on your case

Receipt Number: EAC0910350592

Application Type: I129F , PETITION FOR FIANCE(E)

Current Status: Approval notice sent.

On July 31, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service.

If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision from USCIS within the current processing time listed*, please contact USCIS Customer Service at (800) 375-5283.

*Current processing times can be found on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov under Case Status and Processing Dates.
*** Please do not respond to this e-mail message.


Sincerely,


The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

You won't see me sober tonight! Thanks for all of your support family, I would've made it without you!!!


AWESOME!!! it is about time they got this to you!

Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-08-01 04:06:00
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QUOTE (Richard-Joanna @ Jul 31 2009, 06:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
DAVE!!!

OMG a 3.5? She is tiny... You sure she is old enough tongue.gif


Yup....turns 25 in a month....I've seen her birth cert and ID. In fact I didn't believe she was old enough to be serving me beer when I met her! I asked her if she was really old enough to be doing that (she was 22).
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-07-31 06:28:00
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QUOTE (IgorK @ Jul 30 2009, 05:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Sort of related: if I am going to be with her for the interview time, can I bring my papers over instead of sending them?

Thanks.


Igor, I'm sorry they don't have it yet....but they are working through Feb still...there isn't much you can do but wait...I hope tomorrow is your day, but if not, it should be soon. You can also head to your congressmen's site and start getting ready to ask for their help (at 6 months). Hopefully you just get your approval SOON!

Also you should be able to bring the papers. But if your fiancee needs to send them in to the embassy prior to the interview, it might be better to just get them to her early....

Dave
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-07-30 20:36:00
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QUOTE (IgorK @ Jul 30 2009, 10:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I have a really hard time with rings. I really want to get my SO a beautiful ring, but I want to bang my head against the wall. There is nothing available besides "rock placed on a ring" type of design (if you can call it design at all). I want something beautiful and unique. Might have to end up looking for one when I am in Moscow. Same goes for rings... I've looked through hundreds of pages - nothing that would make me want them.

Unfortunately they do not design rings from the man's point of view, but the American Woman's point of view smile.gif a rock on a ring... and the bigger the rock the better.... smile.gif


That's exactly why I am against engagement rings.


Have you checked out Etsy? There are tons of creative people making unique jewelry.

And this guy here makes really beautiful rings, too, and you can also order them long-distance: http://www.surprisegold.com/ Not cheap, but more economical than a big rock, and MUCH more unique... I personally am in love with his work.

Much less expensive, and also very unique are the rings from this site: http://www.turtlelovecommittee.com/

There's many options besides the "classic" American engagement ring!



I love the second link. I just forwarded it to Oksana. That is what I am looking for. I despise wearing jewelery in general so I said I wanted to pick something that is low key and looks comfortable. Thank you for the links. I have been driving myself crazy for something like that.


I'm glad you like them! We couldn't order from them because they don't seem to make my size (I have VERY small fingers, less than 4.5 -- although I didn't check if they do custom sizes as well). But I do think the Turtle Love Committee rings rock!



I have no earthly idea what Oksana's size is. She is little, but not extremely so we should be ok. Pending her approval of course. It's just not that big of a deal to me. If you know of any other sites like that I wouldn't hate you for posting them here.


Well, for me, I got her a nice "pre-engagement" ring....to be honest, I don't want to put an expensive ring on her finger when she is in the Philippines...I worry about her safety...

So I plan on getting her one when she gets here - because I want it for her, she is more practical and would not care if I spent $1 or $10k, but I want something nice on that represents how much I love her. I also want to take her shopping to gauge what she wants - I like simple - she is so small (ring size 3.5! or so) that something too fancy will look awful, but want to see some things on her finger...

As for being a emotionally retarded, that is definitely me....does that mean I am "manpretty" too?


Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-07-30 20:31:00
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QUOTE (dcrespo314 @ Jul 30 2009, 01:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Application Type: I129F, PETITION FOR FIANCE(E)

Current Status: Approval notice sent.

On July 30, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service.


You can choose to receive automatic case status updates, which will be sent via email. Please click here to create an account online.






YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!




Richard, I could not have said it better (or put it in such a pretty "font")

Congrats dcrespo! good.gif kicking.gif
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-07-30 20:24:00
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QUOTE (Maire @ Jul 29 2009, 09:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
someone tell a joke plz..i need a good laugh blink.gif

Two men walk into a bar... the second one ducks tongue.gif


This doesn't make sense to me...I think it would be more accurate to say:

Two men walk into a bar....the third one ducks

Thanks for coming to my rescue..even tho urs doesnt make sense to me either blink.gif


Maybe you have symptoms of a head injury...

(perhaps you walked into a bar)
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-07-29 12:15:00
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Hi Igor,

Did you try calling the NVC to see if maybe they have received your case? It is worth a shot (maybe once a week or so) - after all, sometimes neither the USCIS nor the NVC reliably/promptly notify everyone....just ask Derek...
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-07-29 12:11:00
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QUOTE (Maire @ Jul 29 2009, 09:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
someone tell a joke plz..i need a good laugh blink.gif

Two men walk into a bar... the second one ducks tongue.gif


This doesn't make sense to me...I think it would be more accurate to say:

Two men walk into a bar....the third one ducks
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-07-29 12:01:00
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QUOTE (lizandpat @ Jul 29 2009, 08:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey Roman...all packed?


Hi Liz. I am almost done with the packing. I am still not looking forward to Saturday. But hey, it must be done.



That's good...the packing and unpacking are what I hate most. Are you moving very far?


Thankfully no. Literally 5 minutes if driving by car. At least that is on my side.


Oh, that's good then. Are you renting a truck or have friends to help?


Renting a truck is a waist of money. I am going to have my friends come in about 5 or 6 cars (most of them SUV's) helping me move.


Ya, why rent a truck in Texas when there are SO many and they even have gun racks wink.gif
Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-07-29 11:57:00
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QUOTE (IgorK @ Jul 28 2009, 08:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Did anybody get NOA2 in the last 2 days?

2 march filers that actually sent it late February are the only 2 I know of


Why, oh why is it always me who is among the suffering?!?!?!

Igor not that it will make you or anyone feel better, but there are still 40 couples from February and God knows many even before that who are still waiting.. Plus all the people that have never found VJ..... What I am trying to say... is... it isnt like you are being singled out and all of us are more or less in the same boat with many of the same issues and problems my friend... and we are ALL in this together... Your day will come... truly, it will!


Thanks my VJ family! Some days it just gets me really bad, the frustration of opening an empty mailbox at the end of the day puts a big toll on me sad.gif . I realize I am not the only one and there are dozens of couples like us, but it is so crying.gif


Igor, take solace that they are processing more apps. They do (roughly) process in order, so being a Feb filer, it should be soon... I know they suck for not doing better, but it is their red tape, you are just one of many caught in it...


Dave & JennyMalePhilippines2009-07-28 21:53:00