THETIMEISNOW

Well they kicked us all out and the font isn't that big and second I had Lazix sugery that went bad and for now I need to see what I type and no glasses don't help much. NOW THIS IS MUCH BIGGER DON'T YOU THINK?

Silverjetplane's idea is a GREAT one. I REALLY wish this thread were only questions, answers and progress. It would be nice if we didn't have to sift through so much dirt to get to the gold. I agree that this forum is great for moral support because no one understands this process except those going through it, but this is the first day I've had time to look at the NVC thread all month and there's no way in hell I'm going to be able to skim 100+ pages today. I've kind of given up on this thread being a resource for me and only plan to return if I'm desperate for some sort of answer to a problem. It's just too much and I simply do not have enough time in the day to devote to it. It sucks though, because now I feel out of the loop.
Here's an example of why it's a bit frustrating: I sent the e-mail about my husband's embassy change back to Bogotá on August 5. The last time we did this, they sent an e-mail after about three weeks saying that it had been read and they were going to review our request. We haven't gotten that e-mail yet this time around, and it's been more than a month. It would be great if I could quickly read through a much shorter thread and look for information about how long they're taking at this point to respond to e-mails, and then ask the question if it hasn't been addressed. I don't want to contribute to the epidemic of repeated questions. The way things are now, I'll probably just call for the 11 millionth time. Which is not that big of a deal, although I have a feeling they'll just feed me some line instead of an actual answer. I feel really bad for people who really need help whose problems/questions get buried under meaningless posts. And I do like reading the case updates that do get posted--they are often very helpful and at times even reassuring. But the way things are now, it's just impossible to keep up unless you have a desk job that lets you sit on the internet all day or are willing to devote an hour or more every night to reading just this thread.
Long story short, VJ has my very enthusiastic vote for a separate venting thread. Saylin, do you have the power to make one? It would be more work in terms of moderation, but maybe there's another mod that would be willing to keep an eye on it if you can't or don't want to. I'll keep updating my spreadsheet form when things happen of course, but I can't see myself coming here much anymore. Another idea: Put in the first post of next month's thread that it's for questions, answers and progress ONLY (big, bold, underlined, etc.) and see if that does anything.

Nope not a guy thing. I am raising my 3 year old by my self and have been since he was three months. I cook, clean, budget, wash clothes, all while skyping my fiancee 10 hours a day ever single day since we met.I don't drink not even a little. I don't smoke or hang out with friends. It's not a guy thing it's an immature thing.
He really needs to grow up and realize that his wife comes first and she should be the most important person in his life. It's ok to have friends, but his wife is and should be his best friend. But that's just me!!

hi guys just an update... case complete on aug. 26.
received interview instructions email on sept.2
and will be having interview on oct. 2 in manila U.S. embassy.
does anybody what is next? do i just wait for the interview date?
or is there a way i can get my medical prior interview date so the the process will be faster?
i would appreciate everyone's help. thanks and good luck everyone!

I didn't want to come here for a few days but I'm so addicted I can't help myself . I think someone will have to start a VJ Rehab center soon.

Hey all, after 6 long nightmarish months stuck at NVC, we finally got CC on 8/20??. Hopefully it won't take too long to schedule our interview, I know our embassy is very high volume, hoping to hear the good news in the next few days!. Thanks everyone for the support... Good luck to all.

I am off to Costa Rica tomorrow morning for our interview on the 15th. My document folder is huge and I had to rearrange my carry-on twice so far. United is getting very strict with the carry-on bags so I think I will carry it in my back pack with my laptop. Sometimes they decide to check carry-ons at the gate and I am NOT letting them check my document folder.. NO WAY
Waiver is ready to file ( according to my lawyer) I have been following the waiver processing times and they seem to be getting approved a little faster than last year. Cross your fingers for me !!!!!
CONGRATS TO ALL WHO HAVE HAD MOVEMENT AT NVC...

Hubby got approved after a three hour wait inside the embassy. He said the lady was very severe but asked a few questions only -- how we met, details about me, etc. She looked at our albums and said he was approved. She did not ask for the 2013 tax info from me nor the joint sponsor. Also didn't need a new BC or police report....basically none of my months of preparing papers for the interview were necessary. My husband will pick up his visa on Tuesday inchallah. Hate to wait some more but a relief to finally be approved! Thanks to dwheels and Saylin for your help in this process!

I can't believe it we have FINALLY BEEN APPROVED. I'm so excited thank you all for your prayers they seem to have finally worked

She is legally married in the US as well (and I am guessing most of the countries in the world - think about it, else we would be able to marry one person from each country in the world if our marriage is only valid country-wise). She has to divorce in Jamaica before she can marry you or anyone else.

My head is spinning now....just got off skype with my wife.....
so I can barely hear out of either ear now from the screams of excitement

Thanks to everyone who congratulated me on the completion of my case at NVC
I hope and pray all those waiting also get what they seek from the NVC
Still In the Happy mood though

Hi Sukie,
As I watch of late I see time frames shifting and technical issues at NVC that I did not experience.
It forces everyone to interact more with the "Angry Birds" and makes accurate estimates of each
step more difficult to make. I want to buy a plane ticket so bad, but I dare not until I see if and when
I make the June interview. I still want to do the "Bridge Climb" one day. I showed my wife the photos
from my other post to you and she wants to go one day. My heart is with everyone on this thread.
I read every post and agree in prayer with each person here to be united with their family's soon.

Guess I'm not one of the "common" folk but, didn't realize it was such a big deal......but anyway we should get lol

I love Wikipedia's definition of patience for it describes our visa journey so well:
"Patience (or forbearing) is the state of endurance under difficult circumstances, which can mean persevering in the face of delay or provocation without acting on annoyance/anger in a negative way; or exhibiting forbearance when under strain, especially when faced with longer-term difficulties. Patience is the level of endurance one can take before negativity. It is also used to refer to the character trait of being steadfast."
I am so happy that many of us display patience to others on this forum; while others need a little more help in this department. This process can make us a bit crazy. So here is a little reminder so that we can get back on track. For those of you who chose to stick around and help others, having people month after month asking the same questions over and over again can make anyone lose it. Let's remember that we are in this together and for most of us, the only support that we have comes from VJ. So please let's be mindful of this when we are responding to one another. Patient is a virtue; yet it is attainable.

I love Wikipedia's definition of patience for it describes our visa journey so well:
"Patience (or forbearing) is the state of endurance under difficult circumstances, which can mean persevering in the face of delay or provocation without acting on annoyance/anger in a negative way; or exhibiting forbearance when under strain, especially when faced with longer-term difficulties. Patience is the level of endurance one can take before negativity. It is also used to refer to the character trait of being steadfast."
I am so happy that many of us display patience to others on this forum; while others need a little more help in this department. This process can make us a bit crazy. So here is a little reminder so that we can get back on track. For those of you who chose to stick around and help others, having people month after month asking the same questions over and over again can make anyone lose it. Let's remember that we are in this together and for most of us, the only support that we have comes from VJ. So please let's be mindful of this when we are responding to one another. Patient is a virtue; yet it is attainable.

Hello Everyone,
First of all, congratulations to everyone who receive case complete today!! What a great way to start the weekend.
Secondly, allow me to join the celebration because I also just received my CASE COMPLETE for both my wife and daughter!!!! :joy:
Last but certainly not least, I would like to thank you guys for the support and the fun in this forum. Thank you to our dear fairy Saylin for writing such a wonderful NVC guide that taught me all the tricks. Thank you also to Kaylara and BOS_LHR for your guidance in the June I-130 forum. Thank you Changnoi for your support and your jokes. And everyone else who unknowingly helped me, because all of my questions were already answered by others who shared their experiences in here.
If you allow me, I would love to continue paying it forward as many of you already do.
So happy right now!!!

Thank you so much for reading my blog and for the kind words! This is the Psych degree coming out, but it's safe to say we've all experienced a bit of trauma from the nightmare at USCIS. I'm still pretty upset about it, but I suppose that will fade in time (likely when my husband is home)!
I don't know how I would have made it this far without VJ. I have a binder filled with copies of the documents sent to USCIS, letters to my politicians, all the mass letter writing campaigns and the media coverage about the backlog. One day, when my husband and I have children, we have a nice adventure to tell on how mommy helped get daddy home lol

I had a lawyer tell me we were eligible for the K-3 and we'd only be apart for 6 months.
2 problems with that; we married in the US so we're not eligible for the K-3, and she was clueless to the backlog. After doing a brief Google search I realized she was a ding dong and we weren'tabout to give her the $3,000 she wanted! Pfffffft!

Guilty as charged.....
I may have yielded to the "dark side" of the immigration force for just a moment.
While I am waiting for my interview I am having a wee bit of fun here with all
the VJ family. Some upcoming things....
" Immigration Survivor "
hosted by " Changnoi "
Immigration Challenges .....
"Rewards" and "Immunity" will be given

I love Wikipedia's definition of patience for it describes our visa journey so well:
"Patience (or forbearing) is the state of endurance under difficult circumstances, which can mean persevering in the face of delay or provocation without acting on annoyance/anger in a negative way; or exhibiting forbearance when under strain, especially when faced with longer-term difficulties. Patience is the level of endurance one can take before negativity. It is also used to refer to the character trait of being steadfast."
I am so happy that many of us display patience to others on this forum; while others need a little more help in this department. This process can make us a bit crazy. So here is a little reminder so that we can get back on track. For those of you who chose to stick around and help others, having people month after month asking the same questions over and over again can make anyone lose it. Let's remember that we are in this together and for most of us, the only support that we have comes from VJ. So please let's be mindful of this when we are responding to one another. Patient is a virtue; yet it is attainable.

Everyone.......read the Wiki before you ask questions because more that likely the answer is there. Also....use the search bar on top. It really works...honest

300 pages in 24 days!?
This super active forum sure keeps me busy just from reading postings! LOL

I have a feeling there is no Starbucks or Tim Hortons near the office, and their free coffee at work tastes like brown water.