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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsJuly '08 filers
Booo!!! so of course the people at the SSA office are rude and incompetent. Jeremy went this morning to get a ssn and he was told that he needed an EAD to get a ssn. He told her that he didn't and showed proof of that but she refused to give him a ssn. After arguing with her for awhile he said forget it and said that he'd go to another office. So that's where he is now. I told him to ask to speak with a supervisor if he gets the same BS again. grrrr. maybe i'll have to take a half day next week to yell at people tongue.gif awesomeness!

any advice on what we should do if he is refused again today?

Edited by Koakland, 02 June 2009 - 03:55 PM.

KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-06-02 15:53:00
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QUOTE (Rob&Dawn @ May 31 2009, 04:48 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Koakland @ May 31 2009, 04:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I do have one question about AP. When you apply for AP is it good for only one exit/entry? do you have to specify a trip? does it make the EAD/AOS process slower? I thought that you could get a "standing AP" - good for use at any time. And I didn't think that it had any bearing on the AOS process but Jeremy thinks differently. Can you guys shed some light??


You can request a multi entry on the AP, and no you do not have to give dates/trips. When you send it in you will also need a covering letter stating the reason why you would like to have AP and that you have no specific travel plans at this time. I have a copy of the letter i sent if it would help?

AP is dealt with by a different office as is EAD to AOS so it has no bearing on any of them, it definately doesn't slow it down.

Dawn, that'd be great. Will you please send me the cover letter? I'll pm you my email address. Danke!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-06-02 08:24:00
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I do have one question about AP. When you apply for AP is it good for only one exit/entry? do you have to specify a trip? does it make the EAD/AOS process slower? I thought that you could get a "standing AP" - good for use at any time. And I didn't think that it had any bearing on the AOS process but Jeremy thinks differently. Can you guys shed some light??
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-31 10:29:00
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hello all,

thanks for all the well wishes. the wedding ceremony, pictures, lunch etc was so great, almost perfect. i dont think that i could've asked for a better wedding day. it was so amazing. i started crying while saying my vows. that was unexpected! smile.gif everything was amazing. i only have a few pics that a friend took. ill put them on facebook this weekend and post the link here. thanks again for all the well wishes. we are so happy but we keep joking around we dont feel any different. i guess that's good since we had a really great relationship before getting married. anyhoos! THANKS!! we'll start AOS later this week!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-31 10:25:00
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QUOTE (Aubrey @ May 26 2009, 04:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats Juliette! biggrin.gif

Enjoy your snuggle time, Corinthians.

Hope you get it sorted out, PBJ.

I've been applying for jobs, editing my work, and trying to get an overhaul of my website up before the weekend. I think Andy and I are both losing our minds with the distance right now. I think the long hours at a job he doesn't like and living in a strange place has just made it that much more difficult for him. And for me, it's frustrating to finally have a little time on my hands and not be able to spend it with him.

How are our newlywed couples doing here? Still in post-marital bliss, or are the realities of living in a new country showing yet?

I was just thinking about you Aubrey. Andy will be here this summer right?
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-26 18:27:00
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QUOTE (PB&JAM @ May 22 2009, 07:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Richard-Joanna @ May 22 2009, 04:23 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (PB&JAM @ May 22 2009, 06:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Bad news guys.
"your visa has been denied under section 212(a)(2)(a)(1) of the immigration act A waiver of the applicable is available."

I dont know what this means, he has old convictions, which we were worried about, but i think 212 is lack of proof of relationship? my fiance told me: "I dont qualify for automatic approval its up to homeland security to approve me a waiver, only this time we both have to write letters explaining why a denial would cause extreme hardship, more forms to fill, $538 to pay, at least 15 weeks more to wait, "

We are eligible for a waiver but have to prove extreme hardship.

I am utterly heartbroken and crushed. He cannot even visit me til we get approved or denied. I am gutted! I dont know what to do! I cant be with the man i love! I have to go cry now!
thank u all for your well wishes!

Jenny

after Goggling 212(a)(2)(a)(1) it looks like it is a criminal thing. Still sucks... 15 more weeks... grumble


thank you! yes, he has a couple convictions from 12 yrs ago, we were worried about that. you think we still have chance? odds dont sound good about trying to prove extreme hardship since we dont have kids or anything, but I cant live without him! cray5ol.gif cray5ol.gif cray5ol.gif i dont know wat to do...

601 waiver
601 instructions

I am not an attorney or play one on TV smile.gif but if it were me, I would hire one.... this looks a little on the serious side and personally I would not want to screw it up... just my opinion.

Jenny I am really sorry to hear the bad news. I agree with Richard-Joanna, a lawyer seems like the best bet. I really hope that it all works out. Please keep us posted.
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-22 10:57:00
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Juliette - That's really interesting about the EAD stuff. I'll pass it along to Jeremy although I think that he is looking forward to doing nothing for the summer. I'm a lil jealous myself!!!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-21 10:50:00
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QUOTE (Aubrey @ May 16 2009, 03:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (JulietteDumont @ May 16 2009, 10:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am so happy to read all these positive and happy posts ! I love you guys and I wish you all the best with your loverssss.
We got through all this crazy process together, we helped and support each other during good and bad moments and I will never forget that. The K1 was a pain in the A$$ but because we were together it was easier to live. We should begin a "July K1 filers for AOS" topic now, cuz' unfortunatly it is not done yet !


Some of us aren't that far yet...

but I graduated today. whistling.gif

Congrats Aubrey. You've worked so hard for this!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-17 08:54:00
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CONGRATS everyone! Congrats Mohammedwalks! Next week you'll feel the way that I am feeling. Jeremy is unpacking right now so I have nothing to do. hehehe ITS SO AWESOME!!!! HE'S HERE!!!!! ok back to my man smile.gif

oh yeah no probs at POE but he said that someone in front of him had a one-entry visa, not sure if it was K1, but they left the country without AP and were turned away. The guy couldn't believe it. Kept talking about his job here and his life in the US. But the CO told him there was nothing he could do. When Jeremy talked to the CO, the CO kept reminding him that the visa is only good for one-entry. over and over again. So make sure you have your AP before leaving the country!!!

ok back to my man smile.gif I LOVE HIM SO MUCH!!!!!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-16 10:15:00
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Chelle - It's good to hear from you. I'm glad that you're doing well. All the best!

Jokalu - Congrats!!!

It's nice to hear that AOS is going so fast for everyone. I'll be there next month.

Jeremy just went through POE in Charlotte. He said he didn't have any problems smile.gif Was in and out of immigration in 40 minutes. He'll be in San Francisco tonight!!!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-15 15:15:00
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QUOTE (dillon @ May 12 2009, 12:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Koakland @ May 12 2009, 01:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm a little late. Things have been crazy over here but CONGRATS MOHAMMED!!! almost there!



I bet things have been crazy. Friday will be here before you know it and you will be with your man! So excited for you that he will finally be here. kicking.gif

biggrin.gif hehehehe we're both really excited. i'm running around crazy over here getting things done. he's wrapping up his life in France. we are both soooo happy!

oh - HAPPY BELATED MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL THE MOTHERS ON THIS THREAD!!

I was busy with Mother's Day stuff over the weekend too. Annnd with IKEA. Booo IKEA. They put me through so much this weekend. For those of you on thefacebook, the entire mess of a story is on my fb page.


KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-12 15:36:00
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I'm a little late. Things have been crazy over here but CONGRATS MOHAMMED!!! almost there!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-12 13:30:00
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QUOTE (subguy812 @ May 4 2009, 09:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I wanted to share a few photos from our wedding album... let me know if you have problems accessing the site. I hope you enjoy! It was a double wedding her aunt and husband renewed their vows.

Thanks all for your continued love and support.

http://www.cig.usa.c.../a?i=IDNZzCKp9q

wow - everyone's pictures look so beautiful! congrats!

Edited by Koakland, 04 May 2009 - 12:22 PM.

KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-04 12:21:00
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QUOTE (JulietteDumont @ Apr 30 2009, 10:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey guys ! It has been a long time but I'm very busy with my work, my maybe futur other work and life in general.
I hope that everything is doing well.
Congrats Cham, you guys look so happy !
Aubrey, don't worry everything will be ok.
Shan and Nick, I will vote for your little one.
Kiristen, when Jeremy will be in the states, soon no ?
mohammadwalks, give us some good news please !

TTYS Mwah

2 weeks smile.gif May 15th. The wedding is on May 29th.
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-05-01 08:22:00
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Hey Aubrey,

I'd also like to say that I think you are making a responsible decision regarding your finances. I know that it's been super tough on you and Andy to be apart but I think in the long run youre making a wise move. Jeremy and I also decided to put his move off for a little bit which gave us time to save some money. Now that I've started to pay wedding vendors, pay out apartment expenses (deposits and rents) etc etc, I'm glad that I had a few months to save up some money. The money is flying out the window so fast. You're under so much stress with school and work and everything that I think you're making a good decision. Keep your head up!

Edited by Koakland, 29 April 2009 - 12:23 PM.

KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-29 12:20:00
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QUOTE (Rob&Dawn @ Apr 23 2009, 07:00 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Cham @ Apr 23 2009, 07:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I know!! he has already called 911 on me for SEXUAL HARRESSMENT!! Oh WAIT till the honeymoon..I STOLE THE HANDCUFFS!


Be careful you don't wear it out/break it before the honeymoon! blush.gif

lol, you guys are so bad.
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-23 10:34:00
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QUOTE (Cham @ Apr 21 2009, 02:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
well HI all he is HOME!!
His flight from La to boise was delayed so they REROUTED him to seattle THEN spokane...we were told the flight would NOT be in till almost 1 am...so I was a bit upset but no worries...Then I saw a flight come in about 1158 and I look up and I see him....I rqan BACK inside from having a drag off a smoke and I ran I mean RAN to him...omg we hugged sooooooo hard!!

My friend did take a pic on her phone so as soon as we get it I will post it!!

So happy to have him home FINALLY ...2 years is way to long to get to touch and kiss him

OKAY BACK TO SEX!! j/k off to get marriage lic SS card and dmv..OH JOY!!

love you guys!

very awesome. i am happy for you. only 20-something days away from my reunion. enjoy yourself wink.gif
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-21 17:14:00
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QUOTE (Shannon ? Nick @ Apr 20 2009, 04:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
but hey, nick was back posting in that timeframe.... whistling.gif I failed in my wifely duties I think! laughing.gif

either that or he's just a VJ addict!!! laughing.gif

hahahahaha
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-20 18:17:00
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QUOTE (JulietteDumont @ Apr 16 2009, 09:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello VJs friends ! How are you guys ? I'm working a lot so I'm not around so much...
Nothing new on my side, waiting for Vegas to send me a certified copy of my marriage certificate so I can send my AOS. I will go to the doctor for the document also, I wanted to wait but I have a shot to get anyway so I will do both.

Hello my French friend smile.gif That's good that you're busy working. I'm concerned about Jeremy's job prospects once he comes here. I'm hoping that he can work the "French angle" somehow... Right now I'm setting my apartment up. Working on ways to "French it up" as you say smile.gif

Here are a few things:

http://www.target.co...e...ower&page=1

http://www.target.co...h...tain&page=1
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-17 10:43:00
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QUOTE (cdneh @ Apr 15 2009, 05:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (cdneh @ Apr 16 2009, 01:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Shannon ? Nick @ Apr 12 2009, 01:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
CDNEH.... 3 days since your wedding! Details? Pics? smile.gif smile.gif


We survived laughing.gif Road trip from hell, but the rest went perfectly. I will try and get a pic up.




His father did the ceremony, that's him sitting, and his mother is standing next to him.



Having a yak at the after match function smile.gif

CONGRATS smile.gif
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-15 22:13:00
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QUOTE (Aubrey @ Apr 14 2009, 04:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Shannon ? Nick @ Apr 14 2009, 01:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mohammedwalks @ Apr 14 2009, 03:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I FEEL SORRY FOR THIS PERSON


Me too... did you guys read the thread? Some people are being a little harsh. It's precious to look at all those a little less "weathered" than we (the july filers) are - but some ppl on there are just rude.


Well they definitely go too far on that thread (as usual around VJ). But I don't find the thread precious either. The people that obviously don't look around a few minutes before posting comments and questions ... well, I just don't make time for those people. One click on timelines gives you the estimate, showing you that one month isn't reality. One click on K-1 Progress Reports shows people waiting over a year. I won't rub it in their face, but I don't pity them either.

Anyhow, how's everyone doing?

Great question. How is everyone doing?

Things are great over here. Tomorrow I'm going to sign the lease on my new apt. This weekend I'll do a bit of moving. I'm wrapping up wedding planning. Buying stuff for the new place. Jeremy is wrapping up his business in France.

Question - How did you guys/are you guys handling health insurance between the time you leave your country until the time you're covered under your spouse's medical care. Jeremy found this website: http://www.americanv...rinsurance.com/
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-14 19:04:00
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I am so sad right now. I can't believe it.
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-10 15:23:00
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Congrats Meri!!!

(I missed y'all. VJ didn't send me any email updates. I thought everyone had fallen off. Glad to see that I am wrong.)
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-07 22:08:00
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super awesome! Thanks!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-04-01 12:47:00
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QUOTE (Shannon ? Nick @ Mar 30 2009, 02:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ours was good good.gif Low key, Nick's fighting off a killer cold. I'm just waiting to catch it... ick! How's everyone else? Any fun-ness besides getting ready for more immigration stuff?

I've started apartment hunting which has been fun but also a little disappointing. I want to sign a lease this week if I can. Next week at the latest...that's all for me.

how's the baby?
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-30 16:26:00
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QUOTE (Corinthians @ Mar 28 2009, 05:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Shannon ? Nick @ Mar 28 2009, 06:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well what's the averages for anything going wrong at the AOS stage? Or do I just have a false sense of security?

Doesn't seem like too much goes wrong if you stay on top of it.

seems like it just kinda breezes through without an interview for most people???
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-28 20:17:00
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QUOTE (Terri and Seb @ Mar 27 2009, 03:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Oh don't worry- we're not going anywhere! I like the idea of doing AOS in here too.

I think we'll have the doctor fill out the I693 even though there's conflicting information. It's better to have too much than too little and it's only going to cost an extra $110 ($80 for the forms and $30 for the TB test). We'd consider mailing it to Dr. Arnold but we'd rather just pay a little more and get it over with so we can file ASAP.

If anyone wants to do the facebook thing, I'll send a PM as well!

PM me smile.gif
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-27 17:46:00
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QUOTE (Aubrey @ Mar 27 2009, 09:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Aubrey @ Mar 27 2009, 09:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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QUOTE (Aubrey @ Mar 26 2009, 08:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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For those of you who had your DS vaccination form transferred to the I693 (how pointless is that, seriously?), did anyone try to tell you your vaccinations were incomplete? I know all of us London embassy people went to the same place and likely have the same form.

Sebastian and I went into the civil surgeon's yesterday and even though it says "Series completed" next to his tetanus shots (as well as all other relevant shots), they tried to tell him he had to repeat the whole tetanus series. The receptionist was beyond nasty to us and although I'm usually an overly polite customer, she was being so demeaning that I interrupted her in mid-sentence, told her we'd take our business elsewhere, and slammed the door. This delays AOS yet another week while we wait for an appointment at the one other civil surgeon around here. Don't get me wrong, we're exceptionally grateful that we're finally together and married- but with the economy being so horrible it would be nice if he could start looking for serious work.

If this is better suited in an AOS thread, I'll move it but I know a few of you were talking about vaccination stuff last week.


You'd better not disappear on us! I think you posted in just the right place. Sorry to hear you're having issues with this, although I've definitely seen similar issues with vaccination transfers. Just one more bit of stupidity in this process.


QUOTE (Corinthians @ Mar 26 2009, 06:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Aubrey @ Mar 24 2009, 07:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Only snag was they need my father's birth certificate or passport faxed to them to prove he's a citizen for the co-sponsor affidavit.

So how's it looking Aubrey?


My dad called me to tell me he'd faxed it over today. So it's taken care of, thankfully (and much to my surprise, tbh).

In other news, Andy had a job interview yesterday. I hope third time's the charm... this waiting and being poor ####### is so old it's growing mold. Next month I'm taking a second trip to Seattle to have a bunch of professionals look at my portfolio. I've been told some folks get job offers or leads at this event, but regardless it's at least a chance to see how hire-able I'm going to look. I'm so nervous trying to get my ####### together! If you want to look at my unfinished portfolio: aubreymiller.net (shameless self-promotion whistling.gif ).


I agree with Aubrey. Let' stick together smile.gif It's helpful for me to see your AOS questions. I won't start that until late June but I still like to see your comments and questions.

Aubrey, I looked at your website and your work looks very similar to what the designers at my job produce. We don't have any openings now but if I hear something I'll let you know. Our designers are always swamped with work. I'm not sure if you're ok with relocating for a job but we have offices all over the country. Have you tried looking at really big companies with internal graphics departments? The designers here are always crazy busy but I think they enjoy what they do and they have opportunities to work with really well-known companies. I'm pretty sure that they are fairly compensated. I'll keep you posted.


Cool, you are awesome! And yeah, I already know I have to move for work. As long as I don't end up back in Texas, I'll pretty much move where ever for the right job. I've moved cross-country once, I can do it again. Poor Andy will probably be moving twice in one year. tongue.gif



Uh sorry for the double post, but it won't give me permission to edit for some reason.

Is it too personal to ask what company you work for? I'm not sure you ever mentioned what you do for a living. Are you on Facebook? Or anyone else want to swap Facebook?

I'll PM you.
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-27 14:30:00
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QUOTE (Aubrey @ Mar 26 2009, 08:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Terri and Seb @ Mar 26 2009, 06:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
For those of you who had your DS vaccination form transferred to the I693 (how pointless is that, seriously?), did anyone try to tell you your vaccinations were incomplete? I know all of us London embassy people went to the same place and likely have the same form.

Sebastian and I went into the civil surgeon's yesterday and even though it says "Series completed" next to his tetanus shots (as well as all other relevant shots), they tried to tell him he had to repeat the whole tetanus series. The receptionist was beyond nasty to us and although I'm usually an overly polite customer, she was being so demeaning that I interrupted her in mid-sentence, told her we'd take our business elsewhere, and slammed the door. This delays AOS yet another week while we wait for an appointment at the one other civil surgeon around here. Don't get me wrong, we're exceptionally grateful that we're finally together and married- but with the economy being so horrible it would be nice if he could start looking for serious work.

If this is better suited in an AOS thread, I'll move it but I know a few of you were talking about vaccination stuff last week.


You'd better not disappear on us! I think you posted in just the right place. Sorry to hear you're having issues with this, although I've definitely seen similar issues with vaccination transfers. Just one more bit of stupidity in this process.


QUOTE (Corinthians @ Mar 26 2009, 06:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Aubrey @ Mar 24 2009, 07:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Only snag was they need my father's birth certificate or passport faxed to them to prove he's a citizen for the co-sponsor affidavit.

So how's it looking Aubrey?


My dad called me to tell me he'd faxed it over today. So it's taken care of, thankfully (and much to my surprise, tbh).

In other news, Andy had a job interview yesterday. I hope third time's the charm... this waiting and being poor ####### is so old it's growing mold. Next month I'm taking a second trip to Seattle to have a bunch of professionals look at my portfolio. I've been told some folks get job offers or leads at this event, but regardless it's at least a chance to see how hire-able I'm going to look. I'm so nervous trying to get my ####### together! If you want to look at my unfinished portfolio: aubreymiller.net (shameless self-promotion whistling.gif ).


I agree with Aubrey. Let' stick together smile.gif It's helpful for me to see your AOS questions. I won't start that until late June but I still like to see your comments and questions.

Aubrey, I looked at your website and your work looks very similar to what the designers at my job produce. We don't have any openings now but if I hear something I'll let you know. Our designers are always swamped with work. I'm not sure if you're ok with relocating for a job but we have offices all over the country. Have you tried looking at really big companies with internal graphics departments? The designers here are always crazy busy but I think they enjoy what they do and they have opportunities to work with really well-known companies. I'm pretty sure that they are fairly compensated. I'll keep you posted.

KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-27 10:29:00
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QUOTE (Aubrey @ Mar 25 2009, 09:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Shannon ? Nick @ Mar 25 2009, 05:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Jenn and Nick @ Mar 25 2009, 08:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Shannon ? Nick @ Mar 25 2009, 05:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (JulietteDumont @ Mar 25 2009, 05:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey Nick, can you give me your facebook page link ? The one on VJ doesn't work. I think this is mine : http://www.facebook........27&ref=name


We had some probs so had to make our page private to only the friends we already had... When I was adding the photos at the bottom of the page there was a "public link" I could send people... try: http://www.facebook....mp;l=8cfde958e6

let me know if that doesn't work (I've sent it out a bit and other have had luck so I hope you do as well!)

~Shannon


Nick and Shannon,

Your wedding photos are beautiful! It must've been so nice to finally have the day come! I can't wait for Nick and my day! We're planning to marry in Tampa as well as that is where I grew up and my parents are still down there smile.gif

Shannon,

Did you end up making that cake? I saw in a post on the wedding forum that you were thinking about making it... if so, all I can say is wow! Absolutely beautiful!


Thank you sooo much!! It was a day loong awaited and it far exceeded my expectations!!
No, I didn't make it - wow I wish I could have though! We got it from Publix at the last min. Nick's parents got it for us as Nick told them I really wanted a cake smile.gif it was really really nice of them! And it was delicious! White with a strawberry glaze through the middle! Highly recommend them! smile.gif


I agree, the pics are beautiful!

Congrats to dillon for approval.

I agree with everyone. The pics are beautiful. The cake looked great as well!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-25 23:57:00
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QUOTE (ErinMeetsJohny @ Mar 23 2009, 10:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Can I just say...

Phewwwwwww sigh of relief

We are approved and the is getting his visa/passport on April 1st, booking a flight for April 3rd, and getting hitched on April 15th! The next chapter of our lives can now begin.

Oh yay! All went well. Congrats to you too!

QUOTE (Aubrey @ Mar 23 2009, 11:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ErinMeetsJohny @ Mar 23 2009, 10:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Can I just say...

Phewwwwwww sigh of relief

We are approved and the is getting his visa/passport on April 1st, booking a flight for April 3rd, and getting hitched on April 15th! The next chapter of our lives can now begin.


Congrats star_smile.gif It'll all be done in the blink of an eye.

Andy's on his way to Frankfurt as I write. Interview in the morning. I'll let you know when I hear something after it's done.

Good luck to you and Andy. smile.gif
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-23 13:31:00
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I'm so jelly of all you married/SSN/AOS stage people wink.gif I have 50ish days before Jeremy gets here. I'm really counting down to April 1st so I can start apartment hunting. Apartment owners won't take me and my May 1st move-in date seriously. Stupid San Francisco rental market tongue.gif I hope that everyone is enjoying their weekend!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-21 10:33:00
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Cham and anyone else with a honey in AUS or NZ. Air Qantas is having a sale right now. One way flights from $299. Hope that info is helpful.

GOOD LUCK DILLON!!

Edited by Koakland, 19 March 2009 - 10:45 AM.

KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-19 10:45:00
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QUOTE (Cham @ Mar 15 2009, 10:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif
He got an interview date for April 7th at 8:00 am

Nice! Yay! Almost there.
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-16 11:10:00
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QUOTE (JulietteDumont @ Mar 11 2009, 06:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey guys !

Thanks for the congratulations ! The Vegas trip and the wedding was awesome, tons of fun !
I give you this link and I think that you just have to click on "digital pictures" to see our day !
http://plan.littlech...anID=452030#top

Love
Juliette and Jamie

Congrats Juliette! You and Jamie look so great. I like the black dress too.
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-12 10:21:00
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Congrats Terri & Seb!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-09 13:51:00
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Correct me if I'm wrong but I think that we've all made it with the NOA2s?? Jokalu was approved so is that it?

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QUOTE (JulietteDumont @ Mar 3 2009, 07:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey guys ! I have a question. what is your first name ? I don't like to have friendships with ppl that I only know the surname.
I am Juliette nice to meet you smile.gif

You know my name, what I look like, what i did yesterday, my favorite tv shows, where i last went on vacation - go facebook smile.gif - Kiristen. You can also get people's names by clicking on the timeline.
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-03 13:07:00
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QUOTE (cdneh @ Mar 1 2009, 10:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I fly out tomorrow....already! ohmy.gif kicking.gif

smile.gif Congrats!!! You've been a little MIA recently. I guess you were hard at work preparing for the move. Welcome to the US!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-03-01 14:08:00
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QUOTE (TeeKol @ Feb 27 2009, 08:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (JulietteDumont @ Feb 27 2009, 04:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Oh WOW ! Congratulations Corinthians ! hahahaha AWESOME !

So, I am in the USA !!!!!
I traveled yesterday, it was long...
I passed the immigration in JFK, everything went perfect, I gave my envelope to the officer, no question, just "You are here to get married" and it is so weird to smile and reply "yes" to this question at a POE !
He looked at my folder, and said that Jamie was a really lucky guy. Then I went to another room where a guy played with my folder and his computer for a couple minutes then I left ! Fingers in the nose !

Love you guys !



So glad to hear you got home safely and that the POE was painless. Now you can relax and continue your journey together - fantastic

YAY Juliette!!!!!!
KoaklandFemaleFrance2009-02-27 11:52:00