PearlyLemons

Hi Katy
I haven't read any of your posts or replies, but just wanted to assure you that most VJ members mean well and want to help others . Some people give very short, straight and blunt answers, whilst others give detailed and thoughtful answers. I think sometimes 'newbies' ( I dislike that term..) don't necessarily read the stickies or guides stuff that answer basic questions and queries people have about visa processes. I'm not at all suggesting that you have or haven't read the guides, but I think this is why sometimes members get frustrated with 'newbies' and it comes across in their replies to posts. Try not to take things personally. There are some members here who I do not agree with and who I feel are a little harsh in their responses, but there are some members who have been so helpful with my own visa journey ( I won't call them out as they may not want to be identified, however, I will say they are members who have ties with the U.K). Perhaps you could buddy up with Canadians? I think also, some users have English as a second language and their tone doesn't always translate well over the internet. Come to think of it, I don't think tone translates well over the internet sometimes, regardless of languages spoken!
Good luck with your journey.

I hear Oregon is one of the most desirable states to live in (economy, weather, etc) so I think you'll be fine! If you can get your first job waiting tables at a nice, upmarket restaurant, you should be doing quite well money-wise. Americans tip very generously here. I think it's between 15-20%.
I'm still waiting for my EAD. I can't wait to start working.

I went through this process in the Summer of last year. I have a feeling there was a way to book interviews at the embassy for other types of visas, but NOT a K1. Please ensure you both double check as sometimes there's confusion with IV (Immigrant Visas) and Non-Immigrant Visas (NIV). A K1 is classed as the latter but is also treated as somewhat special. I'd call DOS or send an online information form to the London embassy asking if you do have an appointment. Good luck.

Hi Katy
I haven't read any of your posts or replies, but just wanted to assure you that most VJ members mean well and want to help others . Some people give very short, straight and blunt answers, whilst others give detailed and thoughtful answers. I think sometimes 'newbies' ( I dislike that term..) don't necessarily read the stickies or guides stuff that answer basic questions and queries people have about visa processes. I'm not at all suggesting that you have or haven't read the guides, but I think this is why sometimes members get frustrated with 'newbies' and it comes across in their replies to posts. Try not to take things personally. There are some members here who I do not agree with and who I feel are a little harsh in their responses, but there are some members who have been so helpful with my own visa journey ( I won't call them out as they may not want to be identified, however, I will say they are members who have ties with the U.K). Perhaps you could buddy up with Canadians? I think also, some users have English as a second language and their tone doesn't always translate well over the internet. Come to think of it, I don't think tone translates well over the internet sometimes, regardless of languages spoken!
Good luck with your journey.

Also, sorry for the add-on, make sure hubby is on board. Tell him you're worried about the girls, want to be a good step-mother and role model, and tell him you need his back up at meal times and to be on board with whatever you try. The girls need to see you both as a team. He needs to step up, most definitely,
If the 10 year old is somewhat mature and open with you, I would try and be honest with her. Say, "I know I'm not your mom, but I care very much about you, your sister and you dad, and I want the best for all of us. Is there anything I can do to make you girls feel better? Perhaps you would like to come to the store with me and we can make our own chicken nuggets- could you and sister help me prepare them for dinner?".
She might react in a positive way to you, because you have given her some adult conversation, and also let on you're not "untouchable" as an adult - try and find out what she likes, what she likes to do, if she can influence her little sister to try new foods via her trying new foods. I'd try building bonds with the girls on your own merit ,
I'm sure you know all this - you're a sensible adult with a family - just wanting to encourage you.

I am not a parent, but I have worked in daycares for five years and in an elementary school,for two years as a teacher's aide, so I will chime in with what has worked for me and the colleagues I worked with.
First off, I just want to say that you are doing a wonderful job as a step-mother. You are obviously very concerned about your step-children and also your girls back in Canada. I actually take my hat off to you because I can't imagine the range of emotions you're feeling right now! Don't get discouraged. It always tears me up when a step parent steps into the role of the parents and wanting the best for kids, but I understand it can be very trying (from observation, not experience )
First off, your husband's girls seem to be going through an emotional time, You can have the best will in the world as a step-mother and want the best for his two girls but due to their age, they may not reciprocate these feelings. Their world as they know it has been turned upside down by their dad getting married and now they have another person in their house and they're obviously not quite sure on how to react or how to cope. Before the eating is addressed, I would address the emotional issues the girls are having. A few posters have suggested family therapy - could this be an option? I think it could benefit all of you with this new family unit you've created. When children are emotionally fragile, eating is usually one of the first things that go by the wayside.
I know this sounds soooo simple, but have you sat down and played with the girls, and got involved with their play time, interests and hobbies? Perhaps play games with them? Help them to decorate their room? If you do things with your girls that does not involve a battle of wills (with the eating) they will learn to trust you and see them as somebody who is "on their side", rather than this woman who is trying to make them eat their veggies!
Another poster suggested you take them grocery shopping with you - I wouldn't do this straight away, I would work on the bonding first. Perhaps you could suggest you go to the store and you could write out a shopping list together (draw pictures of food items for the little one) and help them shop with you. You could ask them questions such as "Oh, where do you think we can find the milk in the store - do you think it could be in the cool section?". You could pick up unusual food (I found a star fruit the other day - never seen one in my life, haha) and I was fascinated! (I'm 25, just to put this into context!) and perhaps purchase it and look up online together how to eat it and prepare it? The girls could help you prepare dinner (it might help if you talk about how yummy the food is that you're cooking but don't mention anything about them eating it - it puts pressure on - you want the pressure away from the fact that they're not eating, and this should help with their curiosity and subsequent trying of food.
Another suggestion would be having the girls go to the store and pick out a "special" plate (pink with sparkles, maybe? and cutlery set that's just for them, They can get them out of the cupboards, wash them up, and perhaps dish their own food up on them. This help creates a sense of ownership and responsibility with the girls and it may encourage them to eat from the plates because they are "theirs".
Food-wise, fruit smoothies are nice and pleasant to taste for young children, you can blend (read, hide!) veggies into most sauces, you could make home made chicken nuggets and home made fries or wedges by using potatoes. Finger foods might work also - cut up carrots with some dip, blueberries, and small pieces of cut up chicken. Children sometimes like to pick and play with their food before they feel confident to eat it. Let them explore a little.
If they still refuse to eat, don't give them yes or no options. Word things so the children have a choice. You could say " Well, you can either eat with us at the table, eat on your own in the lounge, or sit over there away from the dinner table until we are finished eating". Don't get angry, exasperated or show any emotion in your voice. If they choose to sit on their own they will more than likely get bored (especially after all the emotional work you've done with them and thus the bond has been built) and venture back to the table. Don't mention if they do come back, just let them find their own place at the table, as it were. If they do manage to eat a few mouthfuls, praise them, but not in the over the top sense. Say, "Name, I am very happy you decided to come and join us at the table, it's lovely to sit and eat with you" and leave it at that. If their dad isn't home, you could also mention that you're going to tell their father how well they've done eating and sitting at the table.
I would also put very little on their plates, sometimes a plate of food can look completely overwhelming to little ones and if they do manage to eat some of their dinner, you can perhaps put a star on a sticker chart. If the chart gets filled up by the end of the week for each of them, perhaps a little treat to mark their achievements (NOT food related though - perhaps a trip out to the movies, or new ball?)
With regards to your girls, could you set up Skype conversations where you all sit around the computer and chat, including your step-daughters? This might help give a sense of unity. Introduce them to each other, and get the girls interested in one another. Maybe your girls could ask your step-daughters questions about their day/games/meals whilst on Skype, and vice-versa. I think if you work on the emotional well- being of the girls, the food will follow. I wish you all the best of luck!
Finally, I can understand how frustrated you must be, but please don't be discouraged - you're doing great!
.

I am not a parent, but I have worked in daycares for five years and in an elementary school,for two years as a teacher's aide, so I will chime in with what has worked for me and the colleagues I worked with.
First off, I just want to say that you are doing a wonderful job as a step-mother. You are obviously very concerned about your step-children and also your girls back in Canada. I actually take my hat off to you because I can't imagine the range of emotions you're feeling right now! Don't get discouraged. It always tears me up when a step parent steps into the role of the parents and wanting the best for kids, but I understand it can be very trying (from observation, not experience )
First off, your husband's girls seem to be going through an emotional time, You can have the best will in the world as a step-mother and want the best for his two girls but due to their age, they may not reciprocate these feelings. Their world as they know it has been turned upside down by their dad getting married and now they have another person in their house and they're obviously not quite sure on how to react or how to cope. Before the eating is addressed, I would address the emotional issues the girls are having. A few posters have suggested family therapy - could this be an option? I think it could benefit all of you with this new family unit you've created. When children are emotionally fragile, eating is usually one of the first things that go by the wayside.
I know this sounds soooo simple, but have you sat down and played with the girls, and got involved with their play time, interests and hobbies? Perhaps play games with them? Help them to decorate their room? If you do things with your girls that does not involve a battle of wills (with the eating) they will learn to trust you and see them as somebody who is "on their side", rather than this woman who is trying to make them eat their veggies!
Another poster suggested you take them grocery shopping with you - I wouldn't do this straight away, I would work on the bonding first. Perhaps you could suggest you go to the store and you could write out a shopping list together (draw pictures of food items for the little one) and help them shop with you. You could ask them questions such as "Oh, where do you think we can find the milk in the store - do you think it could be in the cool section?". You could pick up unusual food (I found a star fruit the other day - never seen one in my life, haha) and I was fascinated! (I'm 25, just to put this into context!) and perhaps purchase it and look up online together how to eat it and prepare it? The girls could help you prepare dinner (it might help if you talk about how yummy the food is that you're cooking but don't mention anything about them eating it - it puts pressure on - you want the pressure away from the fact that they're not eating, and this should help with their curiosity and subsequent trying of food.
Another suggestion would be having the girls go to the store and pick out a "special" plate (pink with sparkles, maybe? and cutlery set that's just for them, They can get them out of the cupboards, wash them up, and perhaps dish their own food up on them. This help creates a sense of ownership and responsibility with the girls and it may encourage them to eat from the plates because they are "theirs".
Food-wise, fruit smoothies are nice and pleasant to taste for young children, you can blend (read, hide!) veggies into most sauces, you could make home made chicken nuggets and home made fries or wedges by using potatoes. Finger foods might work also - cut up carrots with some dip, blueberries, and small pieces of cut up chicken. Children sometimes like to pick and play with their food before they feel confident to eat it. Let them explore a little.
If they still refuse to eat, don't give them yes or no options. Word things so the children have a choice. You could say " Well, you can either eat with us at the table, eat on your own in the lounge, or sit over there away from the dinner table until we are finished eating". Don't get angry, exasperated or show any emotion in your voice. If they choose to sit on their own they will more than likely get bored (especially after all the emotional work you've done with them and thus the bond has been built) and venture back to the table. Don't mention if they do come back, just let them find their own place at the table, as it were. If they do manage to eat a few mouthfuls, praise them, but not in the over the top sense. Say, "Name, I am very happy you decided to come and join us at the table, it's lovely to sit and eat with you" and leave it at that. If their dad isn't home, you could also mention that you're going to tell their father how well they've done eating and sitting at the table.
I would also put very little on their plates, sometimes a plate of food can look completely overwhelming to little ones and if they do manage to eat some of their dinner, you can perhaps put a star on a sticker chart. If the chart gets filled up by the end of the week for each of them, perhaps a little treat to mark their achievements (NOT food related though - perhaps a trip out to the movies, or new ball?)
With regards to your girls, could you set up Skype conversations where you all sit around the computer and chat, including your step-daughters? This might help give a sense of unity. Introduce them to each other, and get the girls interested in one another. Maybe your girls could ask your step-daughters questions about their day/games/meals whilst on Skype, and vice-versa. I think if you work on the emotional well- being of the girls, the food will follow. I wish you all the best of luck!
Finally, I can understand how frustrated you must be, but please don't be discouraged - you're doing great!
.

Also, sorry for the add-on, make sure hubby is on board. Tell him you're worried about the girls, want to be a good step-mother and role model, and tell him you need his back up at meal times and to be on board with whatever you try. The girls need to see you both as a team. He needs to step up, most definitely,
If the 10 year old is somewhat mature and open with you, I would try and be honest with her. Say, "I know I'm not your mom, but I care very much about you, your sister and you dad, and I want the best for all of us. Is there anything I can do to make you girls feel better? Perhaps you would like to come to the store with me and we can make our own chicken nuggets- could you and sister help me prepare them for dinner?".
She might react in a positive way to you, because you have given her some adult conversation, and also let on you're not "untouchable" as an adult - try and find out what she likes, what she likes to do, if she can influence her little sister to try new foods via her trying new foods. I'd try building bonds with the girls on your own merit ,
I'm sure you know all this - you're a sensible adult with a family - just wanting to encourage you.

I am not a parent, but I have worked in daycares for five years and in an elementary school,for two years as a teacher's aide, so I will chime in with what has worked for me and the colleagues I worked with.
First off, I just want to say that you are doing a wonderful job as a step-mother. You are obviously very concerned about your step-children and also your girls back in Canada. I actually take my hat off to you because I can't imagine the range of emotions you're feeling right now! Don't get discouraged. It always tears me up when a step parent steps into the role of the parents and wanting the best for kids, but I understand it can be very trying (from observation, not experience )
First off, your husband's girls seem to be going through an emotional time, You can have the best will in the world as a step-mother and want the best for his two girls but due to their age, they may not reciprocate these feelings. Their world as they know it has been turned upside down by their dad getting married and now they have another person in their house and they're obviously not quite sure on how to react or how to cope. Before the eating is addressed, I would address the emotional issues the girls are having. A few posters have suggested family therapy - could this be an option? I think it could benefit all of you with this new family unit you've created. When children are emotionally fragile, eating is usually one of the first things that go by the wayside.
I know this sounds soooo simple, but have you sat down and played with the girls, and got involved with their play time, interests and hobbies? Perhaps play games with them? Help them to decorate their room? If you do things with your girls that does not involve a battle of wills (with the eating) they will learn to trust you and see them as somebody who is "on their side", rather than this woman who is trying to make them eat their veggies!
Another poster suggested you take them grocery shopping with you - I wouldn't do this straight away, I would work on the bonding first. Perhaps you could suggest you go to the store and you could write out a shopping list together (draw pictures of food items for the little one) and help them shop with you. You could ask them questions such as "Oh, where do you think we can find the milk in the store - do you think it could be in the cool section?". You could pick up unusual food (I found a star fruit the other day - never seen one in my life, haha) and I was fascinated! (I'm 25, just to put this into context!) and perhaps purchase it and look up online together how to eat it and prepare it? The girls could help you prepare dinner (it might help if you talk about how yummy the food is that you're cooking but don't mention anything about them eating it - it puts pressure on - you want the pressure away from the fact that they're not eating, and this should help with their curiosity and subsequent trying of food.
Another suggestion would be having the girls go to the store and pick out a "special" plate (pink with sparkles, maybe? and cutlery set that's just for them, They can get them out of the cupboards, wash them up, and perhaps dish their own food up on them. This help creates a sense of ownership and responsibility with the girls and it may encourage them to eat from the plates because they are "theirs".
Food-wise, fruit smoothies are nice and pleasant to taste for young children, you can blend (read, hide!) veggies into most sauces, you could make home made chicken nuggets and home made fries or wedges by using potatoes. Finger foods might work also - cut up carrots with some dip, blueberries, and small pieces of cut up chicken. Children sometimes like to pick and play with their food before they feel confident to eat it. Let them explore a little.
If they still refuse to eat, don't give them yes or no options. Word things so the children have a choice. You could say " Well, you can either eat with us at the table, eat on your own in the lounge, or sit over there away from the dinner table until we are finished eating". Don't get angry, exasperated or show any emotion in your voice. If they choose to sit on their own they will more than likely get bored (especially after all the emotional work you've done with them and thus the bond has been built) and venture back to the table. Don't mention if they do come back, just let them find their own place at the table, as it were. If they do manage to eat a few mouthfuls, praise them, but not in the over the top sense. Say, "Name, I am very happy you decided to come and join us at the table, it's lovely to sit and eat with you" and leave it at that. If their dad isn't home, you could also mention that you're going to tell their father how well they've done eating and sitting at the table.
I would also put very little on their plates, sometimes a plate of food can look completely overwhelming to little ones and if they do manage to eat some of their dinner, you can perhaps put a star on a sticker chart. If the chart gets filled up by the end of the week for each of them, perhaps a little treat to mark their achievements (NOT food related though - perhaps a trip out to the movies, or new ball?)
With regards to your girls, could you set up Skype conversations where you all sit around the computer and chat, including your step-daughters? This might help give a sense of unity. Introduce them to each other, and get the girls interested in one another. Maybe your girls could ask your step-daughters questions about their day/games/meals whilst on Skype, and vice-versa. I think if you work on the emotional well- being of the girls, the food will follow. I wish you all the best of luck!
Finally, I can understand how frustrated you must be, but please don't be discouraged - you're doing great!
.

Also, sorry for the add-on, make sure hubby is on board. Tell him you're worried about the girls, want to be a good step-mother and role model, and tell him you need his back up at meal times and to be on board with whatever you try. The girls need to see you both as a team. He needs to step up, most definitely,
If the 10 year old is somewhat mature and open with you, I would try and be honest with her. Say, "I know I'm not your mom, but I care very much about you, your sister and you dad, and I want the best for all of us. Is there anything I can do to make you girls feel better? Perhaps you would like to come to the store with me and we can make our own chicken nuggets- could you and sister help me prepare them for dinner?".
She might react in a positive way to you, because you have given her some adult conversation, and also let on you're not "untouchable" as an adult - try and find out what she likes, what she likes to do, if she can influence her little sister to try new foods via her trying new foods. I'd try building bonds with the girls on your own merit ,
I'm sure you know all this - you're a sensible adult with a family - just wanting to encourage you.

I am not a parent, but I have worked in daycares for five years and in an elementary school,for two years as a teacher's aide, so I will chime in with what has worked for me and the colleagues I worked with.
First off, I just want to say that you are doing a wonderful job as a step-mother. You are obviously very concerned about your step-children and also your girls back in Canada. I actually take my hat off to you because I can't imagine the range of emotions you're feeling right now! Don't get discouraged. It always tears me up when a step parent steps into the role of the parents and wanting the best for kids, but I understand it can be very trying (from observation, not experience )
First off, your husband's girls seem to be going through an emotional time, You can have the best will in the world as a step-mother and want the best for his two girls but due to their age, they may not reciprocate these feelings. Their world as they know it has been turned upside down by their dad getting married and now they have another person in their house and they're obviously not quite sure on how to react or how to cope. Before the eating is addressed, I would address the emotional issues the girls are having. A few posters have suggested family therapy - could this be an option? I think it could benefit all of you with this new family unit you've created. When children are emotionally fragile, eating is usually one of the first things that go by the wayside.
I know this sounds soooo simple, but have you sat down and played with the girls, and got involved with their play time, interests and hobbies? Perhaps play games with them? Help them to decorate their room? If you do things with your girls that does not involve a battle of wills (with the eating) they will learn to trust you and see them as somebody who is "on their side", rather than this woman who is trying to make them eat their veggies!
Another poster suggested you take them grocery shopping with you - I wouldn't do this straight away, I would work on the bonding first. Perhaps you could suggest you go to the store and you could write out a shopping list together (draw pictures of food items for the little one) and help them shop with you. You could ask them questions such as "Oh, where do you think we can find the milk in the store - do you think it could be in the cool section?". You could pick up unusual food (I found a star fruit the other day - never seen one in my life, haha) and I was fascinated! (I'm 25, just to put this into context!) and perhaps purchase it and look up online together how to eat it and prepare it? The girls could help you prepare dinner (it might help if you talk about how yummy the food is that you're cooking but don't mention anything about them eating it - it puts pressure on - you want the pressure away from the fact that they're not eating, and this should help with their curiosity and subsequent trying of food.
Another suggestion would be having the girls go to the store and pick out a "special" plate (pink with sparkles, maybe? and cutlery set that's just for them, They can get them out of the cupboards, wash them up, and perhaps dish their own food up on them. This help creates a sense of ownership and responsibility with the girls and it may encourage them to eat from the plates because they are "theirs".
Food-wise, fruit smoothies are nice and pleasant to taste for young children, you can blend (read, hide!) veggies into most sauces, you could make home made chicken nuggets and home made fries or wedges by using potatoes. Finger foods might work also - cut up carrots with some dip, blueberries, and small pieces of cut up chicken. Children sometimes like to pick and play with their food before they feel confident to eat it. Let them explore a little.
If they still refuse to eat, don't give them yes or no options. Word things so the children have a choice. You could say " Well, you can either eat with us at the table, eat on your own in the lounge, or sit over there away from the dinner table until we are finished eating". Don't get angry, exasperated or show any emotion in your voice. If they choose to sit on their own they will more than likely get bored (especially after all the emotional work you've done with them and thus the bond has been built) and venture back to the table. Don't mention if they do come back, just let them find their own place at the table, as it were. If they do manage to eat a few mouthfuls, praise them, but not in the over the top sense. Say, "Name, I am very happy you decided to come and join us at the table, it's lovely to sit and eat with you" and leave it at that. If their dad isn't home, you could also mention that you're going to tell their father how well they've done eating and sitting at the table.
I would also put very little on their plates, sometimes a plate of food can look completely overwhelming to little ones and if they do manage to eat some of their dinner, you can perhaps put a star on a sticker chart. If the chart gets filled up by the end of the week for each of them, perhaps a little treat to mark their achievements (NOT food related though - perhaps a trip out to the movies, or new ball?)
With regards to your girls, could you set up Skype conversations where you all sit around the computer and chat, including your step-daughters? This might help give a sense of unity. Introduce them to each other, and get the girls interested in one another. Maybe your girls could ask your step-daughters questions about their day/games/meals whilst on Skype, and vice-versa. I think if you work on the emotional well- being of the girls, the food will follow. I wish you all the best of luck!
Finally, I can understand how frustrated you must be, but please don't be discouraged - you're doing great!
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Nich, I was under the impression that Knightsbridge confirmed everything with your GP or checked your records? That's why I gave the poor doctor a comprehensive list...
Also, Jo Amelia - my baps were out for most of the exam! lol!

No good solution, apart from get married asap.
Travel Insurance is for those visiting, ie going back.

Just out of curiosity - how did you remember you forgot to send it?

Can I just fine tune this since it's from somebody that didn't go through the K1 process? It's a tiny bit misleading.You start out under the Dept of Homeland Security at USCIS. When the petitioner gets NOA2 (approval of the petition), it is the end of your USCIS dealings. Done. They ship you out and wave bye-bye. Yes, NOA2 has your USCIS case number on it (EACxxxxxxxx or WACxxxxxxxxx) because it's from USCIS. By the way, no more calling them about questions or checking online status because they turn you over to.....
The Dept of State, a totally different section of the US government. DOS is over the NVC and Embassy. They issue visas. They don't use USCIS case numbers. They issue DOS case numbers starting with 3 letters representing your embassy city. Their forms start with "DS". (Get it?--Dept of State)
The NVC is in New Hampshire. The NVC will notify the petitioner by mail of their case number, so yes, the petitioner gets more mail after NOA2. You may also call NVC or the Dept of State for FREE to ask your number well before the embassy knows about you. And the embassy charges to answer the phone, so avoid calling them for small things like case numbers or "did you send my letter yet?" DOS knows all because they are Papa Bear to the embassy.
So at the NVC, for a K1 their main job is to assign a case number and send out petitions with DHL delivery service. They have nothing to process really because you haven't applied for a visa yet. They don't process your petition because that was USCIS's job and they have finished. It should be not much more than a three day layover to get boxed up and off to the .......
Embassy. They are interested in the beneficiary because that's who wants a visa. London mails only to the beneficiary. (I think Mexico mails to the petitioner, so that's why you shouldn't read posts from other consulates. It will mess you up.) London quit mailing giant packets of 19 pages in 2009. (My fiancé got a packet. You will get a letter.) Everything you need is web based now. So the embassy basically gathers your stuff, but I seriously don't think anybody evaluates it or does any "processing" other than making sure your stuff is there and assigning interviews. They don't send RFEs because nobody reads your forms. On interview day, a document person sees you first to collect the things you bring. They are clerical people. They are not the "first interview" as I have seen posted. They can't decide your case. They organize your documents, check to see if you paid, and pass the folder to the back room to an American who is the interviewer. That is the person who counts and looks through your file and forms.
One last thing. When you get the visa, the DOS job is done. Your POE is back to the Dept of Homeland Security. While DOS can give you a visa to enter the US, it is USCIS that can give you a greencard to stay. So your adjustment of status is a return to the arms of USCIS. But different departments and people will receive your AOS application so think of it as starting a brand new ball game. They don't care about your petition or visa and will ask for many of the same things over again. I see many people think AOS should be in the maiden name because that was the petition and visa name. Remember it's a new ball game and some of you will be married ladies who have taken a new last name. Play the new ball game with you new name. You are starting over with a new process.
Class dismissed. There will be a test on Monday.

Number 2, visa unit.And yes you can throw away Part II.

Number 2. That's the address on the website with your instructions on. http://london.usembassy.gov/iv_15.html

Woohoo, just tried it again, and I got the form generated. Let me know if it's working for anyone else now

The order can vary a little. Some people try to jump the gun and call here and there to save a few days time. No real need to do that or track your package if you have poor organizational skills. Just take it in the intended order. No need to cut corners because you have to wait on the Subject Access Report anyway,
Here's some background of what is supposed to happen- (copied from a list I made for another person.)
1. Petition gets approved and USC (US citizen) gets notified by mail. It shows an expiration in 4 months
2. File goes to NVC for only a few days. This is the hand-off to the Dept of State. Gets a new case number LNDxxxxx and is sent to London. USC gets a letter from the NVC telling new case number and it's gone to London.
***At this point you can call the Dept of State for info on your case. It is a US phone number. DOS 202-663-1225 press 1, then 0. They don't charge per minute to give your information.
3. London takes a couple of weeks maybe, but eventually logs in your case and sends a paper letter to the UK person with instructions on how to apply for the visa. A description of that is in this post in the LONDON K1 thread http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/350185-london-2012-k1s-from-noa2-to-interview-thread/?p=5137390 . The letter is posted in the same forum here http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/350185-london-2012-k1s-from-noa2-to-interview-thread/?p=5180175.
The London web page of instructions is here Instructions for Immigrant Visa (K) Applicants Applying for a Visa in London.
4. The UK person sends in four forms with information. As long as those get in before the I-129F petition expires everything is fine. If there is a delay, the letter says that London will need a notarized letter of intent from the USC (at the interview) to assure them she is still on board. If they still don't get the four application forms forms from the UK person and the petition is expired, London will mail a second letter asking The UK person if they still intend to apply for a visa.
5. After sending the four forms, the UK person follows the rest of the website instructions to gather the documents required for the interview. That list is here http://london.usembassy.gov/application_documents.html
6. A medical exam is scheduled. They will want to know your LND number. It's on the letter from the embassy. They will want to see your police certificate. The medical results go to the embassy by courier.
7. When all the documents needed (see #5) are in hand, and the medical has been scheduled, the UK person lets London know they are ready to interview by sending form DS-2001 with a cover letter telling date of marriage (if you have something sorta planned), date of medical exam, email address.
8. When London has three things from you they will give an appointment. Those things are a)application forms, b) medical results, c ) Ds-2001 ready for interview form.
9. London mails an Appointment Letter giving the date and time.
10. The UK person calls the embassy line ( 09042-450-100 ) to pay the visa fee over the phone by credit card. A receipt is emailed. Bring the receipt to the interview appointment to show you have paid.

Did you read that link? I bolded the two sentences below that apply from the explanation

There is no "packet". That's old talk. Your instructions and forms are posted on the London website. You can start working on the forms at any time. London will send a letter to the UK beneficiary when they have received your file and are ready for you to apply for the visa. That letter will tell you to go to the website.
Here's where you start Instructions for Immigrant Visa (K) Applicants Applying for a Visa in London.
The forms are on the right. If you filled them in early, then you can post them off to London the day you get the letter. Don't send them before London has your case.
If you want to send to London before they even know a thing about you or that you have an approved petition or they have logged your case as eligible to apply for a visa, then just do it. They have a plan and order to do it the way that is most efficient for them because they issue a hundred visas a day. Don't follow their plan at your own risk and hope your forms make it to the folder when they set up your file.

Congrats on your NOA2 and welcome to VJ
You can order your police certificate now, it's usually good for 6 months so you can go ahead and order it as soon as possible.
Did you call the NVC to receive your new case number? i dont know about the UK but in Germany you can schedule your medical without the new case number. So getting your medical done would be the next step.
After your petition has been forwarded to your embassy in the UK, you will receive your packet three in the mail.
You can already start preparing all the forms they will need (DS 230 etc), your fiancé needs to send you his documents (I 134 and supporting documents)
So your next steps are:
Call the NVC and ask for your new case number
Schedule your medical
prepare all forms for when your packet three arrives
make sure your fiancé sends you the I134 and all supporting documents
Good luck!

The National Visa Centre is in the US, your WAC number is your USCIS case number. You may call NVC and use your WAC number to get your case number that starts with LON
good luck

Congrats on such a fast NOA2!
As above, send for your Police Certificate asap, you need someone official to sign the back of your passport photo (teacher, solicitor etc that has known you for last 2 years at least) acro.police.uk/police_certificates.aspx (mine took about 2 weeks to get back after mailing)
Go to your doctors and ask at the reception for a copy of your immunisation/vaccine records for visa purposes (mine took a week at least, but some will print it there for you)
Go to the US Embassy in London website to print and prepare all your forms london.usembassy.gov/iv_15.html (the letter you will eventually recieve will just tell you to do this, so you might as well have it ready to go!)
If your fiance just recieved the hard copy, that means it has probably just about reached NVC, by my studies of the timelines (I've become kinda obsessed with being over prepared & knowing how long each step will take...ahhh!) it will then take another week to get to London Embassy, then around another week at least until they get round to mailing you packet 3.
Make sure you read the checklist of documents needed for the interview, these include the original of your birth certificate, any past marriage/divorce certificates and very importantly your fiance needs to get the Evidence of Support (Affidavit of Support) to you in the mail along with tax reports form I-134. (all this is one the US Embassy London website).
So if you print and fill out the forms (except the date to do once your recieve the letter) you should be able to mail it back to them the same day you recieve it (to save time).
You need to have your police certificate & vaccine records for the medical, so once you have them in hand and have the LON case number, then you can ring and book your medical.
Looks like it takes a month from you sending your forms in until receiveing a date for interview. Generally from NOA2 - Interview its 2-3months average.
Annoyingly we got an RFE for a very silly mistake - my fiance missed writing his name on the back of his passport photo! But I am all ready for the next stage and hoping things speed up!

There is a pinned thread for K1s at the top of this forum. Post #1 has a list to follow. Post #6 tells the three things that must be at the embassy before the interview will be assigned by London.
http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/350185-london-2012-k1s-from-noa2-to-interview-thread/
Jeff doesn't need to inform USCIS of his address change. His petition was approved so he's basically graduated from USCIS for now. He and you can give the new address on your forms for the embassy (Dept of State) and all will be fine. Later you will return to USCIS to start another process, Adjustment of Status.