EM_Vandaveer

Nevertheless, it sounds like they denied the expedite request.

Nevertheless, it sounds like they denied the expedite request.

All they do is either approve or deny expedite requests.  They don't have to give a reason for the denial.  I agree with the other responses, they clearly denied your request to expedite based on the evidence you submitted.

Per your post, USCIS didn't find a reason for an expedite (ie no evidence of a valid expedite request), so they denied it. The evidence you uploaded didn't prove you need/qualify for an expedite. 

That’s what the language suggested to me as well. I’m not seeing how the language suggests that they haven’t seen the evidence. 

Nevertheless, it sounds like they denied the expedite request.

Nevertheless, it sounds like they denied the expedite request.

Nevertheless, it sounds like they denied the expedite request.

Nevertheless, it sounds like they denied the expedite request.

It depends how we define "overly cautious," and what risk you wish to take.
 
Just because multiple (presumably anecdotal) stories of others suggest that they traveled successfully doesn't mean that (1) your situation is identical to theirs or that (2) what they chose to do was advisable.  These people may have all dodged the metaphorical bullets.
 
From your description, your lawyer sounds alert, engaged, and concerned about your welfare.  If true, then you're highly fortunate to have associated with him.  I suggest that you follow his recommendations precisely, given the potential risk that you face.

Why risk it?

I'd file N-600 to solve this once and for all. So the kids won't face same questions 30 years later (or whenever it may come up again)

I strongly suggest you skip Debate with The EX and book your flight …for 2 weeks at least.  Give Ex adequate notice for the time period you won’t be available for children’s care. 
 
This long distance relationship and immigration may take a couple of years…and you should consider you may want to go spend time with your fiancée , at least once a year.
 
When you return, if EX gives you a hard time about time with the children , look up your local courthouse website for Voluntary Declaration of Paternity and draft a Parenting Plan. Legal aide clinics are also available and you can DIY this ..if $$ is tight.

Having a new woman in your life means a new woman in the children’s life….you need a court order put in place for the sake of your children and their future stepmother….so your lives are not  disrupted every time EX oversteps boundaries. 
 
Besides, you may love your new lady___but EX may be more critical or vice versa.
 
And , forget the waiver, they deny everyone 


 

Very much doubt it.  Waivers for the K-1 meeting requirement are HARDLY EVER granted.  You will need to find a way to meet in person if you want to petition someone.

I am very rarely this specific when we are dealing with what is a judgement call.
 
I do in this case feel comfortable in saying NOT A CHANCE

So go to courts and don’t be afraid, they will not take away your visitation rights if you’re an involved parent. They will not take it too kindly to her threatening you to cut you off from your kids because you basically want to live your life and have a partner. I wish you luck, don’t let your ex bully you like that.

No, there isn’t. It won’t be approved. The bar is too high for that and your situation doesn’t meet that bar.
 
Not immigration related but you need to go to courts and establish clear custody arrangements. Sounds like your ex is spiteful and jealous and is holding kids over your head because you want to go on vacation with your partner.

The wording of your post makes it sound like your ex has primary custody of the children, so it would not seem like a hardship to miss a couple of weeks of visitation if that is the case.  And no, she cannot legally prevent you from seeing your own children or take you to court for going on a vacation.  The custody/visitation rights should be clearly defined in the divorce paperwork.

9 years and 6 months the earliest 😃

In 10 years you get to renew your GC, LOL. Until then, give USCIS a rest! Congrats to you!

In 10 years you get to renew your GC, LOL. Until then, give USCIS a rest! Congrats to you!

Picky and picky, it makes absolute sense that they need to see some kind of proof that it IS actually a reason for an expedite. Otherwise everyone could use it as an excuse to get an expedite without actually having anything wrong with them, no proof needed. 

With that said, go get yourself tested. The sooner the better, even if it means doing it alone. Waiting will only make it worse if it is indeed something bad. 

Please do not wait. Yes it's absolutely terrifying, however knowing is always better than not knowing. There's a good chance it's not cancer, and then you would be relieved. If it is cancer, the sooner you know the better. My mom has had 2 breast cancers 10 years apart, and she's still there living her best life! The reason why: when she found a lump she went straight to her doctor and started diagnostic exams right away. There is nothing positive that can come from waiting to have a mammogram, the longer you wait the longer you are scared.
 
Tell your doctor about your fears, they could prescribe medication to take the night before and day of the mammogram for anxiety (you wouldn't be able to drive, plan on getting a taxi or Uber/Lyft). Can you go with a friend? If not, like @Lemonslice said, there are many breast cancer support groups that may offer to have a volunteer accompany you. 

Most lumps are not cancerous, you still should have the mammogram promptly. 
 
If your spouse is able to visit on the VWP, then please have him do and be there for support; your life is worth more than the price of the flight.  You asked for an expedite because you know time is of the essence.  
 
Otherwise, please call the hospital/breast imaging center and explain your situation; many offer to have you meet with a volunteer who can be there for support.   If they do not, reach out to the American Cancer Society for support/company during your exam.

You are on the right path, you can do this.  I will be sending positive thoughts your way.

get the mammogram  /the lump not go away just by ignoring it /  please get the mammogram /there is peace in knowing and there are treatments and it may not be cancer