Moving time.....

[sandozwalker 0]

Well, yesterday was the day of the BIG MOVE south. We got to the border and of course surrendered our passports (in Detroit). They of course told us to pull up to the border crossing office & go inside. We did, he told us to leave our keys & phones inside the car (weird).

Went up to the officer and surrendered our paperwork (sealed packet & his visa). The man started filling things out, and making sure Steve understood the conditions of his visa (can't leave, only have 90 days to marry, ect) Then, another border agent wanted to process the visa because he's training someone. LOL. So, we had an EASY time. I don't know if they made a MISTAKE, or not, but they STAMPED HIM AS EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZED......and said to his trainee that 'this guy could work today if he wanted to'......so, I guess he could work now? We're gonna ask the lawyer about that one. Anyone know about this!?!?!

Drove 1200 miles & now I'm home. Yesterday morning I was cleaning my apt in Kitchener, ON, tonight I'm in Biloxi, MS....its weird. What is REALLY weird is being home WITH Steve....and somehow not believing that he lives here now, too. I'm rooming with my grandmother for the next 40 days (until the wedding) and Steve gets to sleep on my very very missed comfy princess in the pea bed all by himself....in MY room...I'm so jealous.

Its weird having him LIVE HERE with me in my home.....So far he's loving being here...we have 40 days to plan our 150+people wedding...and do everything else.

Still waiting for the U-Pack shipment of our goods.

Did anyone else get a stamp that said 'Employment Authorized' on their I-94?????

[Flames9_RN 358]

Congrats!!! And I believe thats the EAD stamp that some (but not most) still hand out

[Carlawarla 1]

Count yourself lucky to get that stamp! Glad you guys are finally together. Sounds like it was a good border crossing. Best wishes for all your wedding planning!

[melusine 5]

where did you cross exactly ?

[Autumnchik 6]

Congrats on a successful trip home!

[sandozwalker 0]

where did you cross exactly ?

Crossed at Detroit. I guess this means that Steve can work now?!

[melusine 5]

yes for 3 months... but do the EAD ASAP because if he doesnt receive it after the 3 month he will have to quit... sucky eh !

still that's sooo exciting ! congrats !!!!!!!

[kimmbo 0]

Congrats on such an easy crossing!

We will be going through Detroit on Thursday... can I ask what time of day did you cross? and how bad was the construction around the bridge?

[Kathryn41 3,205]

yes for 3 months... but do the EAD ASAP because if he doesnt receive it after the 3 month he will have to quit... sucky eh !

still that's sooo exciting ! congrats !!!!!!!

Just a quick clarification - don't apply for the EAD until you are applying for the AOS - it would just be a waste of money, especially as he has the employment stamp. Any EAD you apply for before the wedding would be based on the K-1, would expire on the same date as the I-94, and cannot be renewed. In fact, it may even be expired by the time you get it! The EAD based on the AOS will be good for a full year and can be renewed. You can only file the AOS application, however, after you are married.

Did you cross at the Bridge or at the Tunnel in Windsor/Detroit - just to help others know which to take to get the EAD stamp?

And congratulations on a safe crossing and arrival home. I bet Steve is loving the weather change! I know I did when I moved from Chatham, Ontario to Atlanta, Georgia about the same time of year. Good luck!

[Chica Yeyé 41]

Congrats on the easy cross and on the EAD stamp!!! you are so lucky. Like Kathryn said, apply for AOS and EAD at the same time!!!

[sandozwalker 0]

yes for 3 months... but do the EAD ASAP because if he doesnt receive it after the 3 month he will have to quit... sucky eh !

still that's sooo exciting ! congrats !!!!!!!

Just a quick clarification - don't apply for the EAD until you are applying for the AOS - it would just be a waste of money, especially as he has the employment stamp. Any EAD you apply for before the wedding would be based on the K-1, would expire on the same date as the I-94, and cannot be renewed. In fact, it may even be expired by the time you get it! The EAD based on the AOS will be good for a full year and can be renewed. You can only file the AOS application, however, after you are married.

Did you cross at the Bridge or at the Tunnel in Windsor/Detroit - just to help others know which to take to get the EAD stamp?

And congratulations on a safe crossing and arrival home. I bet Steve is loving the weather change! I know I did when I moved from Chatham, Ontario to Atlanta, Georgia about the same time of year. Good luck!

Crossed at the Ambassador Bridge in Detroit. Thanks for all the information! Steve is loving the weather...though we're having a cold snap-will be down to freezing tonight! We're running the heater believe it or not!! EEK lol. We'll be swimming by the weekend

Congrats on such an easy crossing!

We will be going through Detroit on Thursday... can I ask what time of day did you cross? and how bad was the construction around the bridge?

Went through around 2-3pm...line was long at the bridge, waited maybe about an hour or so. GOOD LUCK!!

[ThaiStyleUSA 1]

Congrats on crossing over.

[sandozwalker 0]

Went to apply for his SS Number today and SURE ENOUGH...he's employment authorized. I can't BELIEVE IT! Plus, his stuff was already in the system....which apparently is rare according to them. I can't believe everything is going so smoothly...........we're blessed.

[IR5FORMUMSIE 850]

Went to apply for his SS Number today and SURE ENOUGH...he's employment authorized. I can't BELIEVE IT! Plus, his stuff was already in the system....which apparently is rare according to them. I can't believe everything is going so smoothly...........we're blessed.

Better call Ripley's. Sure sounds like providence is your companion, that's fantastic news.

[trailmix 77]

I meant to comment on this earlier and commend your stamina in driving the whole way in 1 shot!