Tropicana

I got my NOA2 Approval email today. please see my timeline in my signature

talk about persistent, now if only Daisy could be that disciplined in completing a simple timeline. Once again, different post same **** she will NOT change!! Don't forget----she just gotta get back to the US- and yeah, it helps if she could see her fiance too!!!

I was getting the same impression reading through this thread- she is in it for the Immigration Benefits and nothing else! I mean seriously, she will be questioned on the age difference by the CO in the worst way. BTW in the eyes of the CO they will have a hard time believing that a 25 year old who overstayed on a visa could possibly be head over heels in love with a 64 year old?

However, for pure entertainment- it was fun reading this thread!!

you should get it in about 4 days.

Its a standard message sent by the service centers when they receive the RFE. I got the same thing and its not bad and it is not an approval but an acknowledgement that they got your paperwork back. Good luck on the rest of your journey

So we know. Truth only has one road but lies take many short cuts

My first thought on reading this post is that there is more concern about remaining in the US rather than fixing whatever is wrong in the relationship. Adjusting to each other's quirks and habits is one thing however, I don't mean to be mean spirited when I say that it seems as if this "problem" is being presented to pave the way for the subsequent departure from the relationship while remaining in the US.

As some of the others have said, I hope this is not another fraudster----sometimes people do anything for that greencard. He does not realize that he cannot adjust status or anything unless he was married to the Petitioner. If there is really a problem, then I hope you can work it out through open honest communication and compromise.

Just got my RFE today- and even though the emailed notice said 6/19, it was actually mailed on the 20th. On another note, I am unsure about one thing and hope someone can clarify for me. On the RFE is the definition of an International Marriage Broker, so if a couple met on a site but never paid for a membership or anything like that, would that fall under the definition of Marriage Broker?

same thing here- besides the three emails saying that the RFE was sent, there's just been a daily update and nothing else- at least we know they are doing something

Congrats and hope the rest of your journey goes smoothly.

same here, got an email from Vermont- my RFE is on its way- hopefully I should get it soon.

NOA 1- 6/8/06

RFE- 6/19/06

going through Vermont

Congrats

Hopefully, you will hear from them soon. I sent in my I129F on 5/25/06 and it was received by Vermont the next day. I just got the NOA1 today, so it seems as if the service centers are moving again especially with the media attention recently. Hang in there it won't be long

Just wanted to share I got my NOA1 from Vermont today and am just excited. Its just one small step but at least they are moving.

I was just browsing and happened across your post. Being Guyanese born I must say that I find what you posted interesting. It comes down to the individual and the family in which they were raised. I have friends from both sides of this issue. Some came from homes where they received reinforcement and encouragement and others came from "cold" homes where expressing affection towards each other was not done.Typically, some Guyanese are not as touchy feely as Americans are, and public displays of affection depend on the individuals and how comfortable they are doing so. Also, a lot of people are not comfortable with sexuality and keep those matters for behind closed doors . Those in their 40's would find the whole thing awkward while the thirty something and under crowd think nothing of it. Guess its because our generation has been more exposed to different perspectives, especially since most of us grew up having TV's. Prior to the late eighties, it was not common to find many homes with a TV-and yes, I know it may sound strange- but it is true

Some families were kinda cold in that you never heard them saying I love you to each other or any of that- but that did not mean they did not have love for each other.

Guess you just need to be patient and explain to him that it is OK to be affectionate. Its hard to break out of a certain pattern of behavior when you spend most of your life thinking that it is "normal". Its the unlearning of those patterns that will cause you the frustration so I wish you all the best and hope that things turn around soon

Livi,

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Congrats! have a safe trip over and welcome to your new life.

Welcome to VJ- and ditto to all the advice you've received. I also agree with what Sweetee said and you need to keep your feet on the ground and your head out the clouds. It is possible to find your soul mate in this manner, but use caution since people can present themselves as anything you want them to be and you would be none the wiser. You can read words, but you cannot judge intentions and motives on paper. There is also that whole cultural dynamic that comes into play when getting into a relationship with someone who is not from the US. There are things that you would have to understand about the culture in order to deal with your mate and vice versa. Hang around here long enough, you'll soon find out . Also as Livi and others have pointed out- you need to pray for guidance, but above all else, use common sense. If something does not sit well with you then it probably is not right.

On the other hand, do not lose faith if everything checks out ok. For every unsuccessful story, there are more that have succeeded. Long distance relationships require a lot of trust from both sides and not to mention patience as you will see from our posts. You will also need faith and courage to deal with those who would not understand and think you have lost your mind. Being one half of a very long distance couple, people are going to sometimes think that you made up your partner all in your head. But there is a great support system here to help you get through this if you decide to pursue the relationship and eventually take the K-1 route. So good luck with everything, wish you the best and welcome to our forum.

Welcome and hope you have a great visit and a smooth journey

This site is so informative, I cannot help myself-I have my daily VJ fix and well, I even check it from work, as if.......

I've been around this site and find it to be quite informative. Today, I finally mailed off our I-129F packet after checking and double checking and triple checking everything. In the wake of IMBRA and everything else I have read, I will sit back now and see how this is all going to play out. In the meantime the wait begins and thanks to all the posters who share their experiences. I am sure that I will be in here many days to maintain my sanity.

Hi all,

I am new to this forum and find many valuable pieces of information. I have a question and was wondering if anyone knew the answer. My boyfriend was in the US previously as a student for 4 years. After graduation, he did not immediately return home, but remained here for 7 months because he was trying to get into a graduate program. He eventually left and went back to his home country. From my research, an overstay of less than 1 year can be punishable with a 3 year ban. Would this affect our k-1 application? he is fearful that we would have a problem with the application

Thanks for your help

Tropicana