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I think it is a good thing. This means they are looking at your case. Maybe some resolution to your situation. I had homeland security come to my house on my I -130 .that is when case finally got moving at the USCIS level. inchallah he will be with you soon.

Clearly, you don't read this forum much.

I can not really reply on living there. The media is not blowing things out proportion, for the most fact now, they are not reporting things that are really going on. For now avoiding areas, is helpful. It is predicted that it will be war among the people, but who really knows. The thing to think about is what kind of education do you want your daughter to have. To go to regular public schools, and learn/speak Arabic, if she don't already. IF you want her to focus on a more american type of schooling, that cost money. Next it is not so easy to find a job there, unless you become a teacher there. Visiting Egypt is a lot different then moving there and adjusting. In the group I am in on Facebook, they was talking about how hard it is to live in Egypt. One lady that was a Consular Officer at the American Embassy was talking it took her about 18 months to adjust. This is not including your daughter and her adjusting. The health care system needs a lot of improvement. Some things are still 3rd world conditions. You said your daughter is 5 and I am guessing she is the daughter from your previous marriage. Are you sure he will allow you to take our daughter to Egypt to live with another man. Because if your ex decides to move back to Egypt, he can take you to court there and take your daughter. Not saying any of those things will happen, but things to think about. You can private message me, and I can introduce you to some ladies that live in Egypt from Facebook.

The thing is, the control is not in control. No laws are not being enforced at all. Even the Military and Police fight each other. Your an American woman.. that can be a target. Some women can not even ride the micro buses without be fondled. It is really a big issue, and with the lawlessness now. I hate to say it but you could be kidnapped. This time around the ppl are at war with each other. They are not just throwing a president out, they are fighting everything. They are clashing in more cities then just Alexandria and Cairo, the small villages are effected and even the tourist cities. Any city that has government buildings is effected by this. What we get in the media here is not nothing compared to what is going on in Egypt at the moment. And if he fears for your safety you need to respect that he loves you enough to not have to risk something happening to you. Even my husband fears for his safety and his families. Because fights and clashes happen anywhere not just Tahrir Square. Just wait this out... when schools close and jobs close there doors it is very serious. Also many of the tourist places close to if it continues. What you going to do sit in the flat all day. I did that back in March of 2011. Even when the revolution was over the lawlessness was bad and would hear gun fire all over the city. There was many times we would be on bus into Cairo and just get off, because he got a call of fights and gun fire. And the new thing this time, people have bought guns since the last revolution as a way to protect them selves and from military and police. That makes it 100 x's more dangerous. Please value your safety. I have many friends that are American that live in Egypt and for the 1st time they are thinking of leaving.

The thing is, the control is not in control. No laws are not being enforced at all. Even the Military and Police fight each other. Your an American woman.. that can be a target. Some women can not even ride the micro buses without be fondled. It is really a big issue, and with the lawlessness now. I hate to say it but you could be kidnapped. This time around the ppl are at war with each other. They are not just throwing a president out, they are fighting everything. They are clashing in more cities then just Alexandria and Cairo, the small villages are effected and even the tourist cities. Any city that has government buildings is effected by this. What we get in the media here is not nothing compared to what is going on in Egypt at the moment. And if he fears for your safety you need to respect that he loves you enough to not have to risk something happening to you. Even my husband fears for his safety and his families. Because fights and clashes happen anywhere not just Tahrir Square. Just wait this out... when schools close and jobs close there doors it is very serious. Also many of the tourist places close to if it continues. What you going to do sit in the flat all day. I did that back in March of 2011. Even when the revolution was over the lawlessness was bad and would hear gun fire all over the city. There was many times we would be on bus into Cairo and just get off, because he got a call of fights and gun fire. And the new thing this time, people have bought guns since the last revolution as a way to protect them selves and from military and police. That makes it 100 x's more dangerous. Please value your safety. I have many friends that are American that live in Egypt and for the 1st time they are thinking of leaving.

The thing is, the control is not in control. No laws are not being enforced at all. Even the Military and Police fight each other. Your an American woman.. that can be a target. Some women can not even ride the micro buses without be fondled. It is really a big issue, and with the lawlessness now. I hate to say it but you could be kidnapped. This time around the ppl are at war with each other. They are not just throwing a president out, they are fighting everything. They are clashing in more cities then just Alexandria and Cairo, the small villages are effected and even the tourist cities. Any city that has government buildings is effected by this. What we get in the media here is not nothing compared to what is going on in Egypt at the moment. And if he fears for your safety you need to respect that he loves you enough to not have to risk something happening to you. Even my husband fears for his safety and his families. Because fights and clashes happen anywhere not just Tahrir Square. Just wait this out... when schools close and jobs close there doors it is very serious. Also many of the tourist places close to if it continues. What you going to do sit in the flat all day. I did that back in March of 2011. Even when the revolution was over the lawlessness was bad and would hear gun fire all over the city. There was many times we would be on bus into Cairo and just get off, because he got a call of fights and gun fire. And the new thing this time, people have bought guns since the last revolution as a way to protect them selves and from military and police. That makes it 100 x's more dangerous. Please value your safety. I have many friends that are American that live in Egypt and for the 1st time they are thinking of leaving.

Congrats on your approval!!
Please update your timeline.
Also, as the post above.... get another sponsor instead of fighting their decision. Or if you have savings account you can send them in email. That may help
Good Luck

This whole thing is absolutely unnecessary and could've been prevented with simple use of common sense. Watching CNN last night, the journalist in Cairo says most of the protesters haven't even seen the film. My husband goes on to say 'and I'm sure their violent, stupid reaction is proving the film right. What did you accomplish after this? Nothing. 4 people are dead, countries are p'ed at e/ other and a murderer will be on trial in the US. And yes, you brought more attention to the film, possibly making the filmmakers rich.' I agree with him up until the [...] making the filmmakers rich part.
All this said, he opened his eyes to another reality and that is, Islamophobia. He knew that some people may believe in the teachings of Islam but do not want to associate themselves with the religion as not to be labeled (fill in the blank). After seeing the news and probably looking, let's say, from the outside in, he understands why the sentiment continues to spread. Although is an incredibly small minority of incredibly stupid radical fanatics giving the rest of the community a bad name, their actions are soooo loud and criminal that you just can't turn your head and ignore it.
Same with the Catholic church and the child abuse claims- you can't just ignore and stop listening.

Bahahahahaha!
Can you imagine the conversation those men were having?
"Of course, righteous Sheikh, we believe you when you say her hair is not covered. If we tell you we saw her hair is not covered, we have sinned because we did not lower our gaze. We're not going to tell on ourselves or each other."

There certainly are some happy endings. You'll get a mixed bag of responses, but just keep in mind that only YOU know what kind of relationship you have with your husband. As long as you're being smart about things and you've made yourself aware of the fact that these things sometime result in the younger man using the older woman, you've done as much as you need to do. It's your relationship, don't let anyone here tell you it's wrong. Educate yourself, be smart and vigilant. That's all you can do. If you're feeling happy and secure about things, don't feel bad reading the horror stories. Those are stories about other people in other situations.
I've come to understand that VJ is incredibly helpful for support from those who've been down a similar road re the visa process, not so much the best place to get support for your relationship. It can be especially brutal for those women who happen to be in relationships with younger MENA men. Some people just can't resist the temptation to tear you down and explain to you in no uncertain terms that you must be a fool. Take it all with a grain of salt.
All the best to you.

So sorry to hear this. I hope you do find love again ( real one). As per your advice to live together for many years first...even many people who have done that still did not make it in marriage. I know a couple who lived together for 9 years...yet once they said " I do" issues came up and they were talking about divorce.
marriage remains a beautiful and sacred thing regardless of how some have messed it up.
Pick your life up and stay strong and life shall surprise you for good. happy week

I'm sorry but what you're suggesting is asinine. A kiddie care co-op so mama can run off to foreign lands? I'm sorry but if mama doesn't have reliable and trusted child care already lined up, maybe she shouldn't seek men so far away.