IntoTheLight

What about trying to earn some extra money now, before you immigrate? Can you maybe get a second job, or do some kind of freelance work? Try to save up. Nothing stops you from bringing your own savings with you, so maybe you could stretch that to help out for the few months while you wait for you EAD.

What about trying to earn some extra money now, before you immigrate? Can you maybe get a second job, or do some kind of freelance work? Try to save up. Nothing stops you from bringing your own savings with you, so maybe you could stretch that to help out for the few months while you wait for you EAD.

I just want to say that I am so touched by reading this thread. People may think you are being selfish or a bad parent because you are leaving your children, but honestly, don't listen to them. You guys love your kids and really do want what is best for them. Sometimes that means you have to be happy, too. I know that I would have felt horrible if one of my parents had given up happiness and love for me. Even if I would have missed them, I would have preferred them to enjoy their life and feel it could really strengthen a relationship in the end. I hope your children will feel the same way.
I don't have kids, but I will be leaving my mother alone in Canada when I leave. My father and other family have passed away, so it is a tough decision because I am pretty much the only person she has and her health is not the best. So, although it is not the same, I can relate a bit. My heart is with you guys!

I just want to say that I am so touched by reading this thread. People may think you are being selfish or a bad parent because you are leaving your children, but honestly, don't listen to them. You guys love your kids and really do want what is best for them. Sometimes that means you have to be happy, too. I know that I would have felt horrible if one of my parents had given up happiness and love for me. Even if I would have missed them, I would have preferred them to enjoy their life and feel it could really strengthen a relationship in the end. I hope your children will feel the same way.
I don't have kids, but I will be leaving my mother alone in Canada when I leave. My father and other family have passed away, so it is a tough decision because I am pretty much the only person she has and her health is not the best. So, although it is not the same, I can relate a bit. My heart is with you guys!

Awesome. Thanks so much for the info, guys. A year is okay to me. Sounds much better than having to wait for citizenship.