TearsOfBabylon

4 minutes ago, amishbaby said:

I don't mind this next stage of the wait. NOA2 wait was so dreadful though!   I think it will probably be a month to two months, and if that is the case, I'm all pumped and ready for it!  I know after I get full confirmation of the approval it will lift a big weight from my shoulders. It will only be a matter of time before he has his medical and interview as well. Seeing how fast it went for many people on here is great! But I learned a lot that this process is unpredictable. I think the worst part of the waiting is NOA2, then again interview would be as well! I wish you luck but I'm sure you don't need it as I know you'll get approved! I can't wait to hear back that you got your approval. I've been watching your entire process since you posted and it's crazy to see how all of us were and where were at now. I can only imagine how it feels to be  there (interview stage), but it definitely must feel like you're on top of the world. Best wishes!

Yeah, I didn't expect the interview until 3rd week of August. Earliest. 
So I almost fell off my chair once I got the email last week, while I was still worried about the pack 3 maybe not being delivered to the embassy. So - surprise.

I'm a nervous wreck right now. Although I've checked my folder like 150 times, knowing I might not even need all the copies... It's awful.

I really wonder how that feels NOT to worry or panic anymore. Can't wait to experience that, haha!

We just got lucky I guess, and slipped through this whole thing - along with some other early birds - so I do hope everyone on here will finally get their NOA2 soon, so we can close this March Whiners Story with a lot of smiling faces!

2 minutes ago, amishbaby said:

I think my senator might have been a big help after seeing others stories on here plus @KozmicBlues, honestly I really do believe it myself now! It's definitely worth a shot, you have nothing to lose and much more to gain.  And thank you so very much, ill keep everyone posted on here once I find out for sure! 

Honestly, I think your petition was done already. 
You're far too far away from getting over the "regular processing time" (remember, we LOVE the three months approvals, should be happy about 4, but always expect 6) to even ask a senator. ACTUALLY. Plus I think their inquiries have more "weight" as more far you're past the max. processing time. 

But... no matter what it was: You got mail, and good!

For the future: Plan more relaxed, don't stick to the "best case" time frames on here or anywhere (I know it's hard, since we all hope). That helps me a lot. I was expecting to move like October/November, and now it might be September. So I'm rather happy for something unexpectedly quick than bummed for something hoped quicker.

I hope that makes sense. Now wait for your letter and CELEBRATE!

3 minutes ago, amishbaby said:

Thank you, thank you, thank you.  That's so relieving to hear. You're truly awesome. I'm feeling confident it's my NOA2! I would rather an RFE if it's not an NOA2. I'm just glad that I received something in the mail. So no matter what happens, I'm gonna stay positive.  I'm so glad, now stuff can finally move forward and I can get my man here. I know how good this feeling is that all you guys describe. I can only imagine after I open the letter. I might have a heart attack. But a wonderful heart attack.  

You'll be fine. Count about 2 weeks after NOA2 notice date to get a NVC number, another week for transfer, from then on I don't know for Australia.

My NO2 is from June 23rd, and my interview is tomorrow! It took a while, but the wait is easier, since you have "middle steps" in the waiting time

But still it's waiting and it sucks!  

1 minute ago, troika said:

congratulations !!

 

Our NOA1 is 3/16 and still no NOA2, day 147 today. We are going to try and contact our Senator today as well. Sad that it has come to a stage where you need to contact a Senator to get things moving 

Since you're close to the 150 days "deadline" maybe you should seek support, yes! 

Fingers are crossed for you! 

Just now, amishbaby said:

I was searching google a bit to see if this is what an NOA2 looks like, and I thought the same but I didn't wanna jump the gun and assume it was and be disappointed.

Thank you so much!!! It really did work out! I thought I was going to be waiting about 2 more months for it. It just felt like I was never going to get it. As soon as I say I'll take a break from VJ, I get a letter in my Informed Delivery. Isn't it great how that works?! 


 

I just looked on mine and it looks the same!
I didn't see a RFE yet, but I think you're good! And... don't forget: Even if it would be a RFE - they're working on your case!

See... patience pays out! Save a little of it for later - the next wait is just around the corner!  

2 minutes ago, amishbaby said:

Hey guys! I checked my Informed Delivery today and got a letter from USCIS. I'm so nervous. I see that the notice date is August 3rd. I called USCIS and spoke to a tier 2 officer and he said I didn't have any RFE or approvals on the way and they are processing cases and all of that. The same day I contacted my senator when they didn't give me any information on my petition. They contacted me back August 3rd, the same day this letter is dated. Nothing says anything about an RFE on USCIS' website, so.... now I wait till the mail arrives. Excited and scared all in one go. 

 

What I see on the scan looks like our NOA2.
Congratulations!  

And you're still very good in timeframe, so everything worked out like it's supposed to!  

4 hours ago, Holly♡ said:

I have never been so close to my processing estimate time.. I know we have all said that it's pretty much useless, but right now I really really hope it's accurate since it is this week!!! Never thought I would say that  lol
Good luck everyone and I hope it is a great week and raining NOA2's!!! Especially Jan and Feb filers that are still left behind!!

Fingers are soooo much crossed for you! I remember we've been "together" on here since the first times of the Marchies. I wish for you to get it sooner than you can think! Big huuuuug!

 

3 hours ago, Jesus & Michelle said:

I've been checking the past 3 days. Only August 17th is available. Nothing else. Getting a little worried.

Wow, that's not much. Our calendar had open dates for all August.

But since the 17th is my birthday, I tell you: Take it... it's a sunny date! Hehe  

5 minutes ago, Maria124 said:

i know. not thinking well and wisely, 😣😞 we cant continue yet , not until we have an official answer that our NoA2 wont be revoke.. 😞😞😔😔 thankyou 

coz now, we dont know how to cancel it.. write another letter or just simply call 😢

I guess I'd try to call.... they must have received your withdrawal... maybe you can at least have them set a not that it's invalid. Can't hurt to try at least.
Because if you write a letter and it arrives after your NOA2 was cancelled...?? 

Crappy situation

Just now, Maria124 said:

i know. not thinking well and wisely, 😣😞 we cant continue yet , not until we have an official answer that our NoA2 wont be revoke.. 😞😞😔😔 thankyou 

coz now, we dont know how to cancel it.. write another letter or just simply call 😢

All fingers are crossed! Best of luck for you!! 

1 hour ago, GazLisa said:

What better way to spend a sunny but cloudy afternoon than packing your suitcase ready to move ☺️☺️👖👕👟👟

I've sorted documents I probably won't need lol 

3 hours ago, Maria124 said:

actually, i havent celebrated yet 😞 because we kinda made our situation complicated. because 5days before the NOa2, we sent a withdrawal letter. because im going home in my home country and my F said for us to get married that time. since maybe the Noa2 will not come yet.. (patience test: failed 😣) so now we are worried about how to cancel the withdrawal letter since we dnt have email that the uscis received it yet. 

Oh wow
Hopefully that was not the mistake of your life. Fingers are crossed that you can withdraw the withdrawal. 
One more year of waiting would afford way more patience then 120 days for a NOA2.

Good luck for you - I hope it will turn out good! 

@dkmfan85: Congratulations to the golden letter and good luck for a speedy further journey!

1 hour ago, Jesus & Michelle said:

There is only one appointment available for the interview and it's August 17. That's 12 days away. I wouldn't be able to make it since some of my documents including the police certificate from Australia are not ready yet. Also, I haven't even make an appointment for my medical examination.

 

There are no available dates on September and October. My petition expires on October. Anyone have similar experience? What about you @KULtoATL?

Maybe they're unlocking September later. I could also pick from August interview dates only! 

4 minutes ago, GazLisa said:

That video is so incriminating lol 😂 but oh so funny #SpeedDemon

SpeedDemon LOL 
Good one!!! 

29 minutes ago, FutureMrsBennett said:

Yes I know right lol. But I hope it did something. I think I have written to as many ppl as I can.  So I will be patient..things don't happen in my time..only his so I continue to pray and motivate everyone else to keep pushing as well.  I wish I were in your shoes. Congrats and good luck to you as well.

Keep the faith - it will be good!

12 minutes ago, GazLisa said:

My fb account is public at the moment

Yeah I saw. That's relieving - mine isn't

lol 
So nobody will see this plant managers assistand ride a lawn mower while she's supposed to work on her DESK lol 

13 minutes ago, GazLisa said:

OH by the way peeps it does look like uscis and embassy may check your fb accounts the consular officer asked me if I had any dogs 🐶 my fb page is full of photos of my dog Sheldon 😁

Did you share them public or just for friends?
That'd be creepy lol 

20 minutes ago, FutureMrsBennett said:

Lol yes I was one of those ppl pushing ppl here to write their senators and other ppl senators to get their attention and put fire under the butts of these slow adjudicators.  I think it gets your case noticed and that's all we want in the end.  I have bad days as well and I try to stay positive, but I agree with you.  It isn't complaining when your heart is in it...this is your life and you're fighting for it!! And thank you again!! Pray ours are in the mail soon and they just forgot to send out the notifications. 

Too bad, nothing happened yet, although you've contacted your senator a while ago!

Sending some positivity for a speedy approval! Good luck!

13 minutes ago, GazLisa said:

DIdnt need my mountain of paperwork 😂 never asked for a single thing except police certificate,birth certificate,passport and affidavit of support 😁

Of course we will keep in touch 😉😉 

Haha! I assumed, but better safe than sorry! 
I actually just need to bring the confirmation letter and my passport.
I will still carry my folder full of copies, just to make sure  

 

1 minute ago, GazLisa said:

I'm officially passing my crown 👑 to another March filer 😂😂 any takers lol,I'll give Lisa your kind message ☺️ Monday night I'll say a prayer 🙏🏻 or 3 for you and Scott xx

Thaaaaank you ☺️☺️

Thank you!!!!
I'm getting nervous - slowly. Yet it's more about when and how getting to the embassy. I'll start shaking the last half hour before it goes in.
Can't really believe it's happening already.
But what I've heard from other German filers, the questions seem to be roughly like yours. 
Did you need ANY of your brought extra documents?

We'll stay in touch, will we?

2 hours ago, GazLisa said:

Hey ho March Whiners 😁 this boys going home to his girl 👧 APPROVED APPROVED ☺ easiest interview ever lol, 5 questions from my interviewer seen him write on my file a huge letter A my heart jumped and I smiled ☺ 

Ohhhhhhh! My King Of Whiners!!!!
The Queen Of Paranoia bends her knee!!
YOU MADE IT MATE!!!!!
Tell Lisa I'm so happy for you both!!!! 
Cooooooongratulations!!!

31 minutes ago, Bill & Katya said:

Congrats! And thanks for relating the experience.  The suggestion regarding using detergent prior to a biometrics screening is something I hadn't known.

 

Good Luck with your continuing journey!

Indeed! Same for hand lotion. I won't put any on like until a couple of hours before the interview. 
I remember one time at the CBP we had a really hard time taking my fingerprints, although the lotion I'm using is a very fast drying one.

@Babylee0017hehe: Congratulations! Which one was your embassy?

37 minutes ago, Estibaliz said:

Poor you, check any time of the day, don't exhaust yourself

 

Yeah @Yzabelle just get up when you're up!
I made my interview date like at 5pm.
People keep changing all day long, so you don't have to hurry up early. Actually it might be better to check noonish or so, so all the changers and changerettes have been done changing