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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
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.Hi! I know everyone here are busy with their visa journey but I just need your advise or suggestions about something but has nothing to do with visa application. I wanted to give my fiancé a gift, there's actually no occasion to celebrate but I just feel giving him a special one. He had been so loving, nice, generous, caring and loyal to me for being almost a year apart. He's more than I could ever dreamed of. And he means the whole world to me now. So what s a best gift for someone who's quite have everything materially? I've tried my own made cards already, a video clip of his photos, got him his favorite coffee what else? You guys think will swipe your feet of if someone does or give you? I know I may sound cheesy but I know those who are in love will understand me. ;) I'm not also a cheesy person before but I'm happy to see what love can do for me! Thanks and wish good luck and love to everyone.. Love this site!

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Hi there, I know exactly how you feel. But let's put it this way, whatever you gave to him I'm sure he will appreciate it. Try a scrapbook of your photos together. This is a history of your love. With this you have a thing that both can look back to. Or a simple thank you/love card. A nice watch or a Philippine shirt/jacket/cap. How about his hobby? Know what he likes to do for fun. Is he collecting action toy figure or video games or loves to read books? Also gym accessories or liquor. What's his favorite filipino delicacies? Dried mangoes, Pili Nut etc. Know what size of his feet and give him a nice pair of sneakers. Have a personalized tshirt/mug/mouse pad/pillow/keychain with your pictures together.

There's a lot of things to give to your loved ones. Expensive or not if it's from you, no doubt. It's the thought that counts. And the most important here is not only the material things, it's about how you show your love to him. Say I love you is the sweetest. Try to cook for him or give a whole body massage. He deserves a treat!

Hope that helps. Have a good day! :)

Filed: AOS (apr) Country: Philippines
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.Hi! I know everyone here are busy with their visa journey but I just need your advise or suggestions about something but has nothing to do with visa application. I wanted to give my fiancé a gift, there's actually no occasion to celebrate but I just feel giving him a special one. He had been so loving, nice, generous, caring and loyal to me for being almost a year apart. He's more than I could ever dreamed of. And he means the whole world to me now. So what s a best gift for someone who's quite have everything materially? I've tried my own made cards already, a video clip of his photos, got him his favorite coffee what else? You guys think will swipe your feet of if someone does or give you? I know I may sound cheesy but I know those who are in love will understand me. ;) I'm not also a cheesy person before but I'm happy to see what love can do for me! Thanks and wish good luck and love to everyone.. Love this site!

If it has nothing to do with the visa process then by definition it should not be posted in one of the visa forums..

moving to PI regional

YMMV

Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
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.Hi! I know everyone here are busy with their visa journey but I just need your advise or suggestions about something but has nothing to do with visa application. I wanted to give my fiancé a gift, there's actually no occasion to celebrate but I just feel giving him a special one. He had been so loving, nice, generous, caring and loyal to me for being almost a year apart. He's more than I could ever dreamed of. And he means the whole world to me now. So what s a best gift for someone who's quite have everything materially? I've tried my own made cards already, a video clip of his photos, got him his favorite coffee what else? You guys think will swipe your feet of if someone does or give you? I know I may sound cheesy but I know those who are in love will understand me. ;) I'm not also a cheesy person before but I'm happy to see what love can do for me! Thanks and wish good luck and love to everyone.. Love this site!

I think the best thing you could give him would be some new photos of you that he hasn't seen or a video of you talking to him and telling him how much he means to you. I was in your situation for nearly 2 years and I know that is what I liked best from my baby. I was always most happy to receive emailed pics of her that I had not seen before because it helped to feel close when we were still far apart. If your fiance is like me, then he too will appreciate it. Material things are not what is important... especially when you are missing the person you love.

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I suppose I'm the mushy type, I appreciate much my wife's cards she sends. Even if it's just a quick note about nothing in particular. Just a touch of perfume is nice also. I keep them all by the monitor when I'm skyping. Like to occasionally re read them......there's my two bits!

Bob

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Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Philippines
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Just send him a letter thanking him for everything that he has done. Simple but touching right! Or you could make a video like mine below lol :)kicking.gif

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AUG 24 2011 > K1 Visa POE San Francisco CA (Finally
OCT 06 2011 > Got Married in Redwood City CA (Ehem!)

NOV 14 2011 > SUBMITTED I-1485, I-765 & I-131 Application via USPS to Chicago Lockbox
NOV 18 2011 > Received text and email (I-797 Notice of action was sent via mail)
NOV 26 2011 > Received Biometrics Appointment Letter for DECEMBER 13...
DEC 13 2011 > BIOMETRICS DONE
JAN 07 2011 > Received INTERVIEW Notice for FEB 1st!
JAN 14 2012 > EAD RECEIVED
FEB 01 2012 > INTERVIEW DONE we got APPROVED for conditional GREENCARD yESSSS!!!

I-751 Removal of Condition Journey
DEC 27 2013 > Sent I-751 packet Laguna Niguel Office, CSC
JAN 2 2014 > Packet sent back because of wrong filing fee (wrote $585 instead of $590)
JAN 2 2014 > Re-sent I-751 packet with the correct filing fee this time
JAN 6 2014 > They have received my packet

JAN 9 2014 > Check enchashed

JAN 12 2014> Received Biometrics Appointment

JAN 31 2014> Biometrics done!

April 30 2014> GC Approved

May 4 2014> Letter received Card in production

May 7 2014> Received 10 yr GC! WEEEEEE!!! THANK GOD!

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
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.Hi! I know everyone here are busy with their visa journey but I just need your advise or suggestions about something but has nothing to do with visa application. I wanted to give my fiancé a gift, there's actually no occasion to celebrate but I just feel giving him a special one. He had been so loving, nice, generous, caring and loyal to me for being almost a year apart. He's more than I could ever dreamed of. And he means the whole world to me now. So what s a best gift for someone who's quite have everything materially? I've tried my own made cards already, a video clip of his photos, got him his favorite coffee what else? You guys think will swipe your feet of if someone does or give you? I know I may sound cheesy but I know those who are in love will understand me. ;) I'm not also a cheesy person before but I'm happy to see what love can do for me! Thanks and wish good luck and love to everyone.. Love this site!

Finally someone posted this topic here! :thumbs:

I bought my fiance a silver watch, I prepared a greeting card with our photos engraved on it, and I ordered a necklace locket with our photos engraved on it. I will give these next month during his next visit to me. Plus I will prepare a fish salad for him when he come cos that is his favorite dish! Awwww! Ssssshhhhhhhh......... dont tell him I am planning this! :lol::P

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Nov. 2010: CRBA and US passport application sent(via Air21)

Dec. 08, 2010: Interview(DNA was recommended)

April 04, 2011: CRBA and US passport on hand

April 2011: SSN Application sent (mailed original docs thru 2GO)

April 29, 2011: SSN card on hand

My K1 Visa Journey

March 05, 2011: I-129F packet sent

March 14, 2011: NOA1

May 20, 2011: NOA2(approved in 67 days from NOA1, with no RFEs)

June 24, 2011: NVC received approved petition from USCIS

June 29, 2011: Approved original petition left NVC to US Embassy-Manila

July 15, 2011: Eligibility letter received from US Embassy-Manila(dated July 11, 2011)

October 26 - June 5, 2012: SLEC trap!!! (DOT tx to vaccine administration)

June 7, 2012: Interview (APPROVED!) :)

June 18, 2012: Visa picked up at the embassy

June 20, 2012: POE in Detroit

proud of my family

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
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I have something to say about a special gifts. I wish my fiancee could read this now for her to comment.

She knows about surprises. :rofl:

What she did for my birthday? She is NUT but in the most sweetest way. For my birthday, she sent me ice cream chocolate cake from Dubai to my office in USA.

I mean, I was so busy that day and I forgot about my birthday and all that. When I saw that, I felt like if I swallowed a humming bird. Could not hide my singing( :whistle: ) smile.

She is very unique with gifts!

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"The perfection/respect/credibility of a man decreases by the number of marriages he has had and by the number of kids he has outside his current marriage. ", Quote by Bite YourDust
  • Met on yahoo chat through a friend.
  • April 2010 - Decided to meet in person
  • 06.01.2010 - She flew from Dubai to Philippines for vacationing
  • 06.21.2010 - We met in Philippines
  • 06.24.2010 - Engaged
  • 06.28.2010 - Came back to USA
  • 07.05.2010 - She flew back to Dubai (work)
  • 08.02.2010 - Mailed I129F to VSC
  • 08.03.2010 - Delivered to VSC. Signed by D RENAUD.
  • 08.09.2010 - Check cashed
  • 08.14.2010 - NOA1 (Dated 08/06/2010)!!!!!!!!
  • 08.19.2010 - Touched!
  • 08.27.2010 - Received snail mail that typographical error was fixed.
  • 10.03.2010 - Touched!
  • 11.21.2010 - Visited her for a week in Dubai!
  • 02.14.2011 - NOA2 Approved on St. Valentine day!!!!!!!
  • 02.17.2011 - Packet left from NVC to ABU DHABI (Dubai)
  • 02.19.2011 - NOA2 hard copy received
  • 02.22.2011 - Packet reached ABU DHABI's consulate
  • 03.02.2011 - packet 3 & 4 received by email
  • 03.02.2011 - Confirmation of Interview on 04.14.2011 -
  • 03.07.2011 - Fiancee passed medical exam.
  • 04.14.2011 - K1-Visa Approved!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • 04.21.2011 - Picked up Visa !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
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That's a tough one to answer. I do have pretty much all the material things I could want, cars, motorcycles, toys, lol..I think I sound like a material guy :) I have designer watches, wallets, belts, clothes, and jewelry..etc.. :) Lol..I'm not as bad as it sounds. But really since I have all that I could want, I wouldn't expect my Cynthia to give me anything of material value. I would just want to have and keep her love. And it's the little things that require thoughtfulness and caring that mean a lot to me. So a simple card, a simple note, means a lot because of the thought.

May 2010 Visited Cynthia in the Philippines
08/10/2010 I-129F mailed to Lewisville, TX address (used Express Mail via USPS)
08/12/2010 Arrived at Dallas location and signed by B McBride
08/14/2010 NOA1 (via txt message & email)
08/17/2010 Touched (check clears)
08/18/2010 Receive NOA1 hardcopy
Nov 2010 Visited Cynthia in the Philippines...Hoping my next visit will be to bring her back with me...
01/26/2011 On January 26, 2011, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). (NOA2
02/03/2011 Received NOA2 hard copy in mail
03/28/2011 Interview Date scheduled
03/17/2011 Interview Cancelled by SLEC due to "possible" findings on x-ray
03/25/2011 Skin test negative, smear test negative for TB, BUT still mandatory sputum test delay 8 Weeks
05/17/2011 Sputum results NEGATIVE Whoohoo...but I think the x-ray results need some work or some better way of detecting it
06/01/2011 Interview and VISA APPROVED!!!!
06/08/2011 Visa Received!!!
06/13/2011 USA Bound!!!
06/14/2011 Reunited smile.png
07/23/2011 Married

10/12/2012 I-485 and EAD

12/10/2012 Biometrics/Fingerprints

12/24/2012 EAD card arrives

06/26/2013 filed Service Request

08/21/2013 AOS approved

08/29/2013 10 YEAR Green Cards Delivered!

Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
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Posted

Op,

We like to hear your decision? what did you get as a surprise gift? Go with your heart and get something that you think it is cute.

We can not wait to hear what you got ! I think it is a cute idea to get him something if that is what your heart desires. :thumbs:

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"The perfection/respect/credibility of a man decreases by the number of marriages he has had and by the number of kids he has outside his current marriage. ", Quote by Bite YourDust
  • Met on yahoo chat through a friend.
  • April 2010 - Decided to meet in person
  • 06.01.2010 - She flew from Dubai to Philippines for vacationing
  • 06.21.2010 - We met in Philippines
  • 06.24.2010 - Engaged
  • 06.28.2010 - Came back to USA
  • 07.05.2010 - She flew back to Dubai (work)
  • 08.02.2010 - Mailed I129F to VSC
  • 08.03.2010 - Delivered to VSC. Signed by D RENAUD.
  • 08.09.2010 - Check cashed
  • 08.14.2010 - NOA1 (Dated 08/06/2010)!!!!!!!!
  • 08.19.2010 - Touched!
  • 08.27.2010 - Received snail mail that typographical error was fixed.
  • 10.03.2010 - Touched!
  • 11.21.2010 - Visited her for a week in Dubai!
  • 02.14.2011 - NOA2 Approved on St. Valentine day!!!!!!!
  • 02.17.2011 - Packet left from NVC to ABU DHABI (Dubai)
  • 02.19.2011 - NOA2 hard copy received
  • 02.22.2011 - Packet reached ABU DHABI's consulate
  • 03.02.2011 - packet 3 & 4 received by email
  • 03.02.2011 - Confirmation of Interview on 04.14.2011 -
  • 03.07.2011 - Fiancee passed medical exam.
  • 04.14.2011 - K1-Visa Approved!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • 04.21.2011 - Picked up Visa !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
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Posted

Pick out some really skimpy nighties and naughty undies. Don't show him until he's already in bed. Make up a little routine and practice it so you have it down perfect. Most guys are going to be OK with that.

:devil::wow::rofl::lol::o;):whistle:

Sam's CRBA, US Passport, and SSN Journey

Nov. 2010: CRBA and US passport application sent(via Air21)

Dec. 08, 2010: Interview(DNA was recommended)

April 04, 2011: CRBA and US passport on hand

April 2011: SSN Application sent (mailed original docs thru 2GO)

April 29, 2011: SSN card on hand

My K1 Visa Journey

March 05, 2011: I-129F packet sent

March 14, 2011: NOA1

May 20, 2011: NOA2(approved in 67 days from NOA1, with no RFEs)

June 24, 2011: NVC received approved petition from USCIS

June 29, 2011: Approved original petition left NVC to US Embassy-Manila

July 15, 2011: Eligibility letter received from US Embassy-Manila(dated July 11, 2011)

October 26 - June 5, 2012: SLEC trap!!! (DOT tx to vaccine administration)

June 7, 2012: Interview (APPROVED!) :)

June 18, 2012: Visa picked up at the embassy

June 20, 2012: POE in Detroit

proud of my family

:)

Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
Timeline
Posted (edited)

Pick out some really skimpy nighties and naughty undies. Don't show him until he's already in bed. Make up a little routine and practice it so you have it down perfect. Most guys are going to be OK with that.

I wouldn't promote that. There are more romantic gifts that the OP can offer.

Op,

Get a nice decent sweet gift. :thumbs:

Edited by jrmejia

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"The perfection/respect/credibility of a man decreases by the number of marriages he has had and by the number of kids he has outside his current marriage. ", Quote by Bite YourDust
  • Met on yahoo chat through a friend.
  • April 2010 - Decided to meet in person
  • 06.01.2010 - She flew from Dubai to Philippines for vacationing
  • 06.21.2010 - We met in Philippines
  • 06.24.2010 - Engaged
  • 06.28.2010 - Came back to USA
  • 07.05.2010 - She flew back to Dubai (work)
  • 08.02.2010 - Mailed I129F to VSC
  • 08.03.2010 - Delivered to VSC. Signed by D RENAUD.
  • 08.09.2010 - Check cashed
  • 08.14.2010 - NOA1 (Dated 08/06/2010)!!!!!!!!
  • 08.19.2010 - Touched!
  • 08.27.2010 - Received snail mail that typographical error was fixed.
  • 10.03.2010 - Touched!
  • 11.21.2010 - Visited her for a week in Dubai!
  • 02.14.2011 - NOA2 Approved on St. Valentine day!!!!!!!
  • 02.17.2011 - Packet left from NVC to ABU DHABI (Dubai)
  • 02.19.2011 - NOA2 hard copy received
  • 02.22.2011 - Packet reached ABU DHABI's consulate
  • 03.02.2011 - packet 3 & 4 received by email
  • 03.02.2011 - Confirmation of Interview on 04.14.2011 -
  • 03.07.2011 - Fiancee passed medical exam.
  • 04.14.2011 - K1-Visa Approved!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • 04.21.2011 - Picked up Visa !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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