wayne and christine

Gary and Fely you both have gone through so much to be together....Good luck to you both in California.

Embassy Interview June 28th.

Arrived at 5:10 am, there was short line. Instructed to sit in waiting area, we were in third row. At 6:00 they started letting 6:30 appointments in, we got inside at about 6:30. At 7:00 the pre-interviews started. Our number appeared at 7:30. The Filipino pre-interviewer was a woman, maybe in her 40's. She was not unpleasant but strictly business, collecting our papers and asking these questions of Fely: What is your name? Who is your petitioner? How did you come to know him? When did he visit you? Who is Merlita (joint sponsor)? How many kids do you have? Were you married before? She asked for a baptismal certificate because of Fely's late registered birth certificate, which we had. She also asked for a newer NBI clearance, which we did not have. We gave her 3 letters from me, money transfers, cell phone load records, about 18 pictures of us traveling around the Phils and Hong Kong. After that Fely had her fingerprints taken, and we sat and waited 2 hours for our number again. The CO in room 30 was a blonde in her mid 30's. She asked the same questions, and also asked me what happened with my first marriage (just wanted me to say we divorced.

The interview was quick, after the questions she quickly scanned the documents. I saw a piece of paper which was titled "Administrative Review", which she wrote on and place to the side. Then she stamped "Approved" on the packet of papers, and said we should go be seated and wait for our number to pay the visa delivery fee. I asked her if there was to be a review period, she said "no its finished." I asked if we were approved, she said "Yes".

We paid P415 for visa delivery and were out by 10:10. We then went to the Mall of Asia to celebrate.

I had expected to be questioned about the birth certificate and the marriage certificate, which both had errors. They were both non-issues.

Good Afternoon.....

I will be flying to Manila for my fiance's interview, but she will attend to the medical exam alone. Is there anyone that can advise how and/or where they booked a room for their fiance in Manila. I have looked at a number of websites that have decent deals, but they all require that in order to use my credit card to pay for the room, I must be present and staying at the hotel. My Fiance doesn't have a credit card so I can't book the room in her name. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Scott (and Mirasol)

HERE is the weblink: http://directrooms.com/philippines/hotels/...manila-3809.htm And here is the map showing how close it is.....

Good Afternoon.....

I will be flying to Manila for my fiance's interview, but she will attend to the medical exam alone. Is there anyone that can advise how and/or where they booked a room for their fiance in Manila. I have looked at a number of websites that have decent deals, but they all require that in order to use my credit card to pay for the room, I must be present and staying at the hotel. My Fiance doesn't have a credit card so I can't book the room in her name. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Scott (and Mirasol)

Scott - what I did was go online and booked with my credit card a room in the Executive Plaza hotel and then I called the hotel and asked for the manager. Once on line, I asked for the name and faxed a document from kinko's which gave my fiance permission to use my credit number for food and drinks and to satisfy the bill upon leaving. The reason you ask for the manager, is so you know what they want in the letter that you fax giving your fiance permission to use your credit number for the room........anyway, that's how I did it.

Hi all,

Well...Jasmin and Gracey arrived at 4:15pm in Newark (poe) yesterday. The flight was good and immigration was a breeze, Jasmin said it was about ten minutes. My 13 year old and 6 year old sons were with me at the airport to greet them. It was a wonderful home coming, everyone so excited!!! My youngest (tristan) and Gracey are the same age. Gracey was quiet for the longest time...not sure of all the new things and this strange little boy who kept talking to her, offering her foods and conversation (my son is a real talker)...but after about an hour the two of them were laughing and tickling and playing like they were long lost siblings...it was wonderful to watch...they played all night long. Gracey saw her new room when we arrived home...I had renovated a room in the house and painted the trim pink, pink carpet and ceiling fan, new toys, bike ect.....she was in awe...it was so special to see her expressions and the hugs and kisses of appreciation and love were well worth the time and effort spent on the renovation.

We are now less than 24 hours into our new life and it feels like it always was....such a long wait...but worth it.

To everyone out there who is experience trouble, set backs, frustration with the process, or just impatience....I can only say to you to hang in there...there is always a light at the end of the tunnel, however dim it may seem at the time, its always there...and eventually...with perseverence, patience and effort...the light will brighten and you WILL emerge from the dark visa tunnel......we went from a denied K-1 to approved cr-1 it just takes time and love...

Jazzy

Congrats Todd and Jasmin, I remember when Chris and I met with on that day in CEBU and it was a long time ago. Chris and I were so excited for you yesterday and she is going to email Jasmin after you both have a few days to get use to your new world. Amen to the Love and patience - Enjoy the moments.

Wayne

Hi all,

A little update on our visas.....I called the embassy and spoke with Sandy...i never seem to get loraine when i call anymore. She told me the pictures and passports finally made it out of the mail room and to a case workers desk feb 21 ( which ironicly is exactly 2 years ago Jasmin and I met). I asked when would be a good date to call back to check for update and she told me 2 weeks!!!!! I know I wont wait 2 weeks to call....i'll be calling by wed next week!! For gods sake all they need to do is look at the pics and process the visas already!!! I know...patience.

Congrats to all those who have thier visas and those on the way.....i don't wish this AR on anyone.

Jazzy

Hang in There Todd and Jasmin - I know you both have been through VJ HELL. But, it seems like it is just a few more steps and its all over.....You both will be laughing and smiling together very soon.

Patiently waiting is HOW OLD>.......NO way. I normally just breeze the comments since Chris and I are thru the process and living our life....but I have to say 44....NO WAY

thanks for asking......because we just received the very same email.

i told him, i don't think it's necessary for you to go there that early. maybe try to get there a little before 6 am but 4 am is too early. am i right?

Yes it's not necessary to go there TOO early. If the interview is 6:30AM... then he may try to get there around 5 or 5:30AM. Besides, the lane outside isn't the biggest of the deal. Because when you're inside the building, the original lane outside is useless. Inside, you just need to stay on the seats beside the DS156/157 booth. The security guard will then call out for 6:30AM interviewees and that's the time to try to be the first on the lane.

Blessings on your fiance's interview.

AND, DONT stand in the line, go UP to the guard shack and show them your appt letter, they will move you into the area where appt letters sit.

There are many types of visitors on those days, some are seeking appts, others with interviews for family, but those with fiancee letter appts - are in the area inside.......SO, remember if you have a early time appt, DO NOT STAND IN THE LINE>>>>>>go to the GUARD SHACK>>>>>>

I was not kidding. You can file for divorce, send a registered letter advising her you will not allow her entrance. Seek a formal separation document to protect you going forward, and tell her you are moving.

She will have two options. Stay or Come and fight for assets or resolve your issues....other than that - what else can you expect us to tell you.

Move!!