ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
United KingdomThis is the waiting for packet 4 thread.

I am still waiting!
:unsure:



:crying:


I know! I look at the London timelines all the time, hoping to see someone new with a P4. It will probably come pretty soon for you guys. Be sure to let us know when it does!

Your stateside half can call the State Dept to see if you've been assigned an interview date yet. From DOS website:

For inquiries about visa cases and the application process call: 202-663-1225.

I called the other day, it's pretty painless. Five minutes of menus, maybe, then a couple minutes of holding to get a live person who is helpful. Of course we don't have our interview yet, but once we've waited more I think it will be more useful to call that number. Just be sure to listen to all the menus, because at the end of one of them they say how to get an operator. It's not automatic. Oh, and there's only live people during regular business hours.


*grin* the state side half is me!! So I will call! Thanks :) Can you tell me what kind of information you need when you call that number!? Please!! You are awesome!


All they wanted from me was LND case number and UK fiance's name.

What she said about my fiance's status was that London has the electronic file but not the physical one, and once they receive the physical file they will assign him an interview date. I assume that means they haven't entered his P3 stuff yet, but who really knows? I think it will be a lot more helpful once they do assign him a date, even if they're slow about mailing the P4. Other people have reported getting their interview date by calling State. Since you guys have been waiting a lot longer than we have, I think it might be more useful for you to call!


You are awesome! Thank you! If not today then first thing on Monday! :)
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-01-12 12:57:00
United KingdomThis is the waiting for packet 4 thread.

I am still waiting!
:unsure:



:crying:


I know! I look at the London timelines all the time, hoping to see someone new with a P4. It will probably come pretty soon for you guys. Be sure to let us know when it does!

Your stateside half can call the State Dept to see if you've been assigned an interview date yet. From DOS website:

For inquiries about visa cases and the application process call: 202-663-1225.

I called the other day, it's pretty painless. Five minutes of menus, maybe, then a couple minutes of holding to get a live person who is helpful. Of course we don't have our interview yet, but once we've waited more I think it will be more useful to call that number. Just be sure to listen to all the menus, because at the end of one of them they say how to get an operator. It's not automatic. Oh, and there's only live people during regular business hours.


*grin* the state side half is me!! So I will call! Thanks :) Can you tell me what kind of information you need when you call that number!? Please!! You are awesome!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-01-12 10:07:00
United KingdomThis is the waiting for packet 4 thread.
I am still waiting!
:unsure:










:crying:
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-01-11 21:41:00
United KingdomThis is the waiting for packet 4 thread.

I submitted packet 3 on 8th Dec and still nothing back.


waiting right along with ya!!
Pain isn't it!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-01-08 15:28:00
United KingdomThis is the waiting for packet 4 thread.

tick tock tick tock!

In other news....I ordered 6 (let me repeat) 6 pairs of (possible) wedding shoes today from Zappos today! Love that you can send them back!!

What other money should I spend???


Haha! YAY!! I got some wedding shoes which I have subsequently decided I don't like. Most of my spending is going for loose gemstones and silver settings on ebay so I can make my own necklace. That's an excellent way to pad your credit card bills.


My sister beads her own jewelry! She loves it. I actually have someone who is going to hand bead my shoes if I pick the right ones!


I found a place that can hand make some handkerchiefs as well. Might sound like a silly gift. But I've been to several funerals this past year. My mom, sister and I always would grab my dads bandana type red and blue huge kerchiefs. They would look horrible (but useful) so I think I am going to buy a few of those and give them to my mom and sister. I COULD buy those today! I wonder if this need to spend money comes from the annoying cramps I have!? :blink:
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-01-08 12:27:00
United KingdomThis is the waiting for packet 4 thread.
tick tock tick tock!

In other news....I ordered 6 (let me repeat) 6 pairs of (possible) wedding shoes today from Zappos today! Love that you can send them back!!

What other money should I spend???
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-01-08 11:43:00
United KingdomThis is the waiting for packet 4 thread.

*grin* no sympathy from me darling! They've had ours for 2 weeks! :blush:


OH MAN!! That's like FOREVER!! /freakout


it will come! It will come for all of us! THEN we will find something else to freak out about!!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-01-07 22:57:00
United KingdomThis is the waiting for packet 4 thread.
*grin* no sympathy from me darling! They've had ours for 2 weeks! :blush:
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-01-07 16:29:00
United KingdomTransferring funds to the U.S

anyone transfer through paypal??


Neal has sent me money through Paypal before, and they have twice randomly tacked on a rather large fee, so I'm not sure I trust them anymore. :blink:


good to know.

We are looking at fairly large amounts to transfer.
Thanks for the opinions!

Actually what FeatherB mentioned was interesting. I think we will take a few minutes to look at that.


Look at several of those commercial brokers. Some charge a fee others a lower exchange rate. Depending on the amount you are transferring it can be much better to pay a fee and get a better rate of exchange, or a mixture of both.

I booked an transfer today with MoneyCorp at $1.99.



thanks! :)
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-07 07:06:00
United KingdomTransferring funds to the U.S

anyone transfer through paypal??


Except for small amounts why would you accept their poor rate of exchange.


well we have just started to look into transfering some money over...last time Chris looked it was 1.959%
HSBC was around 1.94. Plus their fee was insane. So in the brief look...Paypal seemed the better choice. Just curious if anyone has used this method. Months ago in OT someone did!

Actually what FeatherB mentioned was interesting. I think we will take a few minutes to look at that.
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-06 16:56:00
United KingdomTransferring funds to the U.S
anyone transfer through paypal??
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-06 15:40:00
United Kingdommarried
ahhh Rehobeth Beach!! We have a beach house near there!!

Congrats you two!! Continued success!
Went to a wedding ourselves on 7-7-07!
They had Kuzoos humm them down the isle. It was damn cute!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-08 21:20:00
United KingdomTim's Big Day At The Embassy
Smooth sailing from here!! Congrats guys!!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-07 14:37:00
United KingdomSome rather late good lucks to cindi, justbee&robbie and ValWesUKUS!
hope everything will go or has gone well!!!
Continued luck!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-11 09:15:00
United KingdomX -RAYS

Thank you one and all! - i think i will put the xrays in my case - and keep them in case of further need ( medical perhaps as AOS) ...I think the poe thing is down to luck ...lol...

Thanks guys and gals - your all stars !


Hey, I just wanted to say good luck! I know you are excited!!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-13 15:30:00
United KingdomThose with a visa, please step forward
just reading this now...I am really sorry that you are having to go through this. What a pain in the butt!!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-11 09:22:00
United KingdomAtlanta

Yes, a large outside patio, thats the one!!
They are showing Chelsea vs Man U on the th of August and Arsenal on the 11th..

May take my daughter to the Gunners game, as Im an Atlanta Falcons widow!!
Cant quite get my head round the rules of US footy yet, but Im working on it..

mmmmmm sausage and mash.....
x


well perhaps that is a good place to meet sometime!! All about it!
Enjoy your bangers!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-16 13:38:00
United KingdomAtlanta

http://www.brewhousecafe.com/

..yum

x

Brewhouse Cafe

will this work?



Links aren't working but I am pretty sure I've been there!! Only once though and it has been a few years. Does it have an outside patio?




I wouldn't say that the immigration officers in Atlanta have been the friendliest, however we've never had a "negative" entry from there pursay. The longest I've ever had to wait for Chris was when he arrived on his K-1 in May. But that was to be expected. :)

We'd be up for an Atlanta area meet up. We are in Atlanta at least once a month!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-16 06:28:00
United KingdomAtlanta

I feel so...cheated :lol:


:lol:
I only feel half cheated.

Perhaps they are updating.

The second time I flew delta...none of the movies worked at all....that freaking sucked. It was the longest flight in the world. I read a lot but it just wasn't using my time the way I thought it would!

I've never had any problems in Atlanta..perhaps I am jinxing myself now!

So there are several brits close or in Atlanta...Any good pubs Kaiser?
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-11 09:14:00
United KingdomAtlanta

direct flight from Manchester


That's how I flew :thumbs: unfortunatly you get the older planes on that flight. If you fly directly from Gatwick (I think that's what I did first time) it's a little cheaper and they had the individual screens on the back of the chairs, just in case you're picky about those things :lol: Some time ago, so it might have changed now.


Ya know it is about half and half when I get the older planes with no screens in the seats. This last time with all of my inlaws they had a new plane. I do prefer the newer ones...I really watch the movies...I break it down by how many movies I can watch in the flight time since I don't sleep!?

Where abouts are you from if I haven't asked before?
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-10 15:07:00
United KingdomAtlanta
We always use Atlanta at our POE...bar a few times through Charlotte.
Never had any hassel whatsoever.
When Chris arrived in May on his K-1 everything went smoothly except for a very crowded airport but what can you expect!

14 of Chris' family came through Atlanta a month ago as well. Wonderful really...direct flight from Manchester!
We don't live in Atlanta though. Actually 2 hours away in North Carolina. We are in Atlanta often though!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-10 09:32:00
United KingdomTickets purchased, the countdown begins...
have a blast!!
and good luck with the interview! All will be well! :thumbs:
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-16 06:29:00
United KingdomSlingbox
am I correct? Prices are only around $250-$300 bucks??
Not really all that bad in price if you truly use it!

Edited by ajames79, 16 July 2007 - 06:38 AM.

ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-16 06:37:00
United KingdomSlingbox
I saw those on Rachel Ray when I was home sick last week!!
I promptly forgot the name of them...thanks!

I want to show it to Chris, neither of us are big TV watchers but it simply is just neat!!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-16 06:34:00
United KingdomWohoo! + Doh = Monday
:lol: :hehe:
But I am glad you have the visa in hand!!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-16 13:37:00
United KingdomHP "Steak Sauce"

So you have somewhere near you that sells this stuff:
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as opposed to this:
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I'm officially envious. I actually buy it when I'm in the UK and bring it back to the USA because I've not found anywhere selling it for about 5 years.


I have both.
2 bottles of the top and a bottle of the bottom. I buy them at Bi-Lo's...BUT yesterday when I went they had NONE. (which is why I always buy it when they do. Just to stock up)
but what I do buy in england and bring them over in Quanity is the rice pancake paper to male basil rolls or spring rolls!
I can find them here...just not any where close to me. They are flat easy to pack and so I just bring them along.
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-04-22 07:21:00
United KingdomHP "Steak Sauce"

mmm some chips....with some thai sweet chili...yummo.

Better than that is chips and Maggi Chilli Sauce, not the sweet Thai one they sell in supermarkets here, but the one from Malaysia which seems to be rare in the USA. Best Chilli Sauce in the world!


I have three bottles of it in my house! Maggi Taste of Asia. I buy it in mass quantities cause I am afraid I won't find it again! Although I can get it at our regular super market! I agree...I love it. Addicted to it.


mmm some chips....with some thai sweet chili...yummo.


Have you seen the new limited edition Pringles? Thai Sweet Chili flavour. Absolutely delicious!


I haven't seen those here!! Gonna have to look!
I am trying EVER so hard not to buy crisps....I am trying to be a good little monkey. (it's not really working)
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-04-21 21:46:00
United KingdomHP "Steak Sauce"
mmm some chips....with some thai sweet chili...yummo.
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-04-21 15:39:00
United KingdomHP "Steak Sauce"

My friend said she saw HP Steak Sauce in the store the other day and we were just wondering if it is actually brown sauce just with a different name? The bottle looks about the same. Anyone know?


no real idea here but I am going to guess it is....or at least pretty close!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-04-21 06:50:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!

Beautiful photos and Happy Anniversary for yesterday!!!
Ours is today, so I guess it's a 7 layer burrito for us tonight, as a treat!!!
oh..and also to celebrate getting the Aos/Ead stuff in the post, its been driving me nuts worrying about the fee increase.
Im sure to receive a RFE but as long as we are together, we aren't too bothered.

x


I am the same way about the AOS. I feel like we have missed something!
We got ours in so we could avoid the fee. Just waiting for the checks to be cashed!
Congrats to you guys as well.


essjay: thanks so much!! I am freaked out about the name change.Tis weird! Very~
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-24 14:25:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!

Hey Robinlake...we leave for Colorado on August 30th....going to a very remote place in Villa Grove...tis a small hotsprings where my parents actually met. Gonna relive some of there steps. Then do some touristy stuff.


sounds great! Nothing like a trip Out West. Colorado is one area me and hubs have not really done and would very much like to - though I once swung through to Boulder when my brother was living there. I think you will be near the Great Sand Dunes NP - I would very much like to see that!



Plan is to go to the Great Sand Dunes! I have a picture of my dad there in like 1975. Can't wait! Will be like nothing i've ever seen!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-24 10:39:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!
Thanks guys!! Today was our one month umm anniversary!! Ha!
Didn't even think of it until we were out for dinner! Yummy sushi.


Like I said that is just the tip of the ice burg with pictures but I won't go crazy. I am trying so hard to sort through them to make my book up and to give some away.


Now we are just doing the whole waiting for the AOS game. But atleast we are together....

karen..you are right. It is lovely to wake up nex to him. I'd never change it. Now if his drum kit will ever get here he will be one happy camper!

Hey Robinlake...we leave for Colorado on August 30th....going to a very remote place in Villa Grove...tis a small hotsprings where my parents actually met. Gonna relive some of there steps. Then do some touristy stuff.

Tracy..not long now right..or did he get here?

Thanks again guys...Always a boost to get well wishers and compliments!
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-23 21:05:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!
again...

Amanda and Chris


the fan that my BFF *grin* made for all of our guests!! They needed them too, it was HOT!


Amanda and my daddy!!

Attached Files


ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-22 20:37:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!
well I guess the other 3 didn't upload....hummm! trying again
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-22 20:33:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!
Just resizing a few...
for those who have asked.
I have some more I'd like to show but I've got to sort through the 1033 that I just got! So if you'd like a few more be patient!:)

Attached Files


ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-22 20:28:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!
testing

these are from a gift session someone gave us as an engagement present....they went in the paper for an announcement!
They turned out really well considering neither of us thought they would. Lets see if they work
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-03 20:56:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!
*thanks guys!!!! :blush:

I promise pictures...right now they are on Chris' harddrive. Which currently is in 1000 peices..Soon!




Wanna know what is good for me?? Cooking dinner together....
I ate alone for so many years. I love to cook. But cooking for two is so much better!! :blush:
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-03 20:42:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!

I see - September will be a better time to go - cooler and with fewer tourists at the National Parks!


I just did another Southwestern Loop with a friend from Australia - LA-Vegas-North Rim of the Grand Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs-Bryce-Cedar Breaks-Zion-Vegas-LA. All in 5 days! Very scenic.



That kicks butt!! I need to travel with you!! How far really was Vegas from the Grand Canyon???
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-03 13:03:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!

Congratulations on the wedding!


Have you gone on your road trip yet?


Nope, we are going in Sept. Needed to keep the inlaws entertained so we postponed a honeymoon for a few months!
Trust me now I wish we had gone. I am exhausted!

But I can't wait to go!!!! :)




I am sure everyone heard about all the flooding in Yorkshire. All of Chris' family live in Rotherham...there were here while everyone in Yorkshire was swimming. Fourtunatly their houses are all fine. The town isn't but they are all good!!

Edited by ajames79, 03 July 2007 - 12:48 PM.

ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-03 12:46:00
United KingdomJust popping in!!
Hey guys, Just wanted to pop in and say hi. I am so sorry I haven't been in touch but I appreciate all the congrats and well wishes by PM's and emails.

Chris and I got married on June 23rd. The whole weekend was amazing and our 150+ guests enjoyed themselves as well!
Chris' family came from England for 1 week before the wedding and for a week after. I have a millions of pictures and I will share them once we get them on my computer.

Things are amazing! But we are both extreamly tired! Just starting to slow down now!

Thanks again for all your help...and continued thanks for the help you'll give in the future!!!



P.S. I have about 800 tetley tea bags that Chris' fam left us their visit and a brand new tea kettle!! Chris is happy! :)
ajames79FemaleUnited Kingdom2007-07-03 12:30:00