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Thanks for all your encouragement..

strange things happen on the way to the POE........don't take anything for granted. strange now that i think back and couldn't even allow myself the pleasure of planning a wedding, thinking it would jinx the process.

Dear Mrs Hamilton...i'm sorry to hear about this. Believe me ....very sorry.

Sorry more to report our denial as well. Several problems.....on the denial letter, they checked the box for 212(a)(1)..health related grounds, nothing more. (!????????????????????????) on another form, a BLUE SLIP.... they ask him to return with police certificate box checked and at the bottom handwritten: I-601, 2 G325a forms, hardship letter "suggested joint sponsor earning 70K+". that request makes me think they thought he was applying for his 2 17year old sons, which he is not doing....they'll be 18 before this is ever completed. SO...we wonder about the medical report, very worried....as he had to have a blood transfusion during the past year....also, the people at the Hope clinic are not cool..don't trust them, don't trust the report they sent, and since they won't provide copies to us...we are now retesting with a private doctor...God be merciful that they have made some grievous errors!! Still waiting on the expunged police record...for what it's worth.

So, i'm with you girl...and thinking of my next trip ASAP , and maybe TO hell with this whole "coming to America' ####### and go live with the love of my life ...cause it's all too short to give it all up to the bureaucrats.

So....here's a tip: Check out my friend D-Major on you tube...great song called Real Friends. Makes me feel good, makes me appreciate each of you out there on your journeys....most much happier than me and SisMrsH....Big up mi real friends! Trod on...............culture1

Legz.....i pray all they lost is replaced 2fold. Still got life! blessings..c1

I love my man's fried fish! and all the goodness he surrounds it with on the plate...makes my mouth water. and soursop ....don't get me started on the fruit. love it.

i can cook...he calls it california style. but i'll leave the jamaican food to him, gladly!

I have searched 'high' and 'low' and have only found a handful of others (no exaggeration here) in the same boat as I am. It's obvious to me that we really need to have somewhere where we can gather and share each others stories and hopefully learn something about re-affirmed petitions and what is to be expected. I almost feel like I'm all alone here. I posted in someone elses topic on this very same subject (re-affirmed petitions) where I thought it may be of help to me and 'for' others, but it just went sort of dead. So..if there's anyone out there who is going through this too, then please post here, and OFTEN to keep it alive.

Here's the story...

My K1 petition was orginally approved on May 22, 2008. It went through the whole process, interview and AP. Then it got returned because of the CO not being (of course) convinced.

Well, I went to India, was going to get married there, but there were some documents needed that I didn't know about, so we didn't get married (I'm thankful to God in Heaven for that too!). By this time, we decided that I after I returned home I would get the needed docs together needed for us marrying in Goa and that I would move to India and we would live in Goa as we were tired of the waiting and just wanted to be with each other, even if it meant me moving there instead of his coming here.

'BUT", when I arrived home all prepared to make the arrangements for the move, I had the letter from USCIS stating that they had reviewed our case and are standing by their original decision in approving my petition for fiance (K1).

My petition was re-affirmed with a brand new validity date and right back, it seemed, to square one and my belief that God had answered my prayer.

So....here I am, seeking and searching for any and all information on re-affirmed petitions and wanting knowledge from VJ'ers and most specifically those who are going through this same process. Even if someone 'only' knows of someone that's been through it, please share their story.

Information on re-affirmed petitions really are scattered around here and thats why I posted this, to try to get the attention and have someplace where we could gather to try and learn what we could about this seemingly rare process. I'm just totally lost because I'm hardly finding info on reaffirmd petitions anywhere. And the embassy hasn't supplied

us with information on this either, just their reason for assigning the new case number, but not the process itself, ie, like do we need to re-submit all the documents we had submitted the first time around?

After waiting 14 days for the "packet 3' (the Embassy said they mailed it on Aug. 10th), I sent them another email informing them of this, and then in return sent me an email 'attachment' of the DS-230 and Applicants statement with only the message that they would schedule the interview after they recieved these filled out and signed forms.

Well, most here know, the packet 3 has a long list of all documents required 'before' submitting the Applicants statement / or rather your acknowledgement that you have the listed docs in your posession. There were no listed docs in their email. There has been no request for the local or passport PCC's, Medical Exam, or any other instructions. And since it's been a year 'today'(Aug. 25th) since the orginial interview, I would think that they would want these, since it's been more than a year.

I've emailed the Embassy 3 times with the answer that once my fiance submits the DS-230 and Applicants statement, they will set up the interview. Thats it, nothing more.

So, you see, I'm wondering what in the world is going on?

To date, we still haven't got the packet 3 the Embassy says they mailed (I requested that they please mail it again but no reply to this).

Since my reaffirmed petition expires on Oct. 04, 2009, I mailed a letter via UPS requesting that they extend the validity to give my fiance additional time to prepare. (According to ups tracking, they recieved the letter today). I hope they will.

At this point, I don't know what to do more or even what to expect. I'm totally clueless.

Also, my fiance filled in and signed DS-230 and the Applicants Statement they sent in the email attachment. We submitted them from both our emails and as well mailed them by registered mail which the Embassy should recieve no later then tomorrow (Aug. 26). Will update when we get a response from them with any further instructions. Hopefully, they'll be more speciific, or 'clarify' for us what we need as to the other docmentation that are originally requested prior to the first interview.

I just wish they weren't so evasive.

Thanks in advance for taking the time to read.

Hey...HKGuar ...i hear ya. i'm too lost in a k1 dilemma and don't know where to go yet.. but i think you should expect to do the forms again, since they will say the time span for medical is expired, or something like that. you know this bureaucracy! In Jamaica, you can't count on the mail...so it's best to see if he could arrange to pick up Pkt 3 instead, bring copies of last paperwork..you know the routine. they aren't helping us much...in fact i am feeling some sabotage from someone in the medical examiners report...still trying to figure out whether to continue. So bless! Culture1

Hi I'm Lulu, aka, Culture1

I've spent WAY too much on phone time, all types, but currently just topping off digicell so he calls me....sometimes i call him on Skype on the computer, cause i love using the headphones, can hear so much better..but not cheap.

Blessings to all sistren.

Here's a lesson for those still processing....make sure you get that police record expunged. My SO had his interview 8-4, it went very well except for the Police record wasn't in hand. he had a letter from victim assistance who petitioned for the expunged record, verifying it's in process...but of course he got blue slipped to return with the final PR. They are ambiguous with him about when it's ready, but he is persistent now. We thought his record of possession from 9 years prior would be disregarded, then after the delay in interview due to his health, he decided to go for the expungement...but didn't realize how bogged down that has become. So Lesson: do it right away! any record is bad.

But YEAH!!! the interview was good! thanks for the good vibes!

Yes my sisters....Amen.

Me too, times so tough....thought i'd be long married and supported in my older age by now, instead wading thru this visa process as well as full on work is aging me fast, so much stress, worry, trying to support so many on both sides of the airport, and health issues.......oh Lord, we missed our interview due to my man being hospitalized in Mo Bay (god, i pray for all that enter the Cornwall hospital!)..and TOMORROW..he now gets his second chance. Please note that is 3 months later! Thank you Jah for his health, despite the unknown blood he was given. So, i'm praying with all you for my own dream to become a reality......my case must be one of the longest on history! but Tomorrow, Jah Guide and bring him home! I can't be there this time, no money left no vacation time left...too much responsibility at my job and you know if i don't keep up someone will take it for less money. so i persevere....and he is well prepared, as long as the medical is good (?) and the police record that was expunged is accepted...he's so ready..So, i'm praying long this night and will think of you all and your beautiful stories (that i can barely keep up with but love to know that you are out there...sisters) and i'm so grateful to all that share their lessons and struggles ...and support. Blessings, culture1

Hi Dillon........guess what...we finally got our interview date for August 4th. I can't believe that this has taken soooooooooolong, but We're almost together. i'm excited, but you know, the nervous kind, like What Else is going to happen??? So, i'm trying hard to stay positive ...any pre interview tips? culture1 ps...what a boring all star game.

Great News...for you, best wishes for a speedy reunion.

Great News for Me too....we finally got our interview date (#3...it's a long story) on AUGUST 4. I can't be there this time, can't afford the time off work....and can't get away from work....(healthcare.......never ending problems to solve, people in need)........BUt he is so ready. wish us luck. Culture1

Evening Yardies, I am Officially a MARRIED WOMAN. It feels really good and I am very happy. Everything turned out really nice, I am trying to post a pic for you guys but I really dont know how to HELP!

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and blessings to you both for the rest of your days! culture 1

Best of Luck to you, as i hope to be doing about the same as soon as i can arrange it. Since i have no idea where our case is going...due to health and legal issues...i can only hope to figure out how to stay for longer than 2-3 weeks. My honey is near Salt marsh and i love the area, although live is hard ...nothing is quite as hard as long distance relationships. at my age, i don't have the time to spend longing and imagining our life together...just want to get it on! So ....Very best wishes for success and happiness. soak up the heat/sun/vibes for the rest of us cooling, chillin and dreaming. Blessings along the way...culture1

Ells!!!!!!!!!! Welcome home to you both! congratulations. culture1

Congrats Roxie ....blessings!

What a great picture!!!

Jawi....may your recovery bring you health and long life! you are loved by so many.

Shaunsgal...good info, i'm checking this out.

my VJ: we have never received a second interview after having to cancel at the last moment (5-5)....still waiting, it's been a misery....still waiting for his medical release....it's a big worry.

We had problems getting his non-impediment..so slow!!! deliberate stalling seems to be the regular tactic of the bureaucrats. went twice to kingston to pick it up.

I applaud everyone who moves forward....can't help but be envious. culture1

Dear Sistren........back from yard late last night, and eating some smuggled mango right now...yum.

So, bad news for me and my sweetie, we had to cancel his interview due to health problems and believe me, you would never want your worst enemy to end up in a hospital in Jamaica! it's been a nightmare! we are waiting now for a new medical report and don't know what that will say...NO one tells you anything there (unless you can afford to pay!). We couldn't even get his medical record from the hospitalization till we went 5 times, paid twice (2 different clerks) and he still doesn't have them. I've asked per email 3 times now for a new date, but no response as yet and at the Mobay Hope, they won't tell you any results either, so........i came back home alone, and it breaks my heart to not be there continuing to care for him, altho he is feeling fine and seems strong (certainly in the bed!).

i can only hope now that his health is improving and they will give him his clearance and a new date comes soon (altho i can't return for it).........and i ask all of you to pray that my journey ends up happy......

Will spend more time catching up on everyone lata.........need some sleep, unpack, nuff eyewata bless, culture1

Dear Sistren........back from yard late last night, and eating some smuggled mango right now...yum.

So, bad news for me and my sweetie, we had to cancel his interview due to health problems and believe me, you would never want your worst enemy to end up in a hospital in Jamaica! it's been a nightmare! we are waiting now for a new medical report and don't know what that will say...NO one tells you anything there (unless you can afford to pay!). We couldn't even get his medical record from the hospitalization till we went 5 times, paid twice (2 different clerks) and he still doesn't have them. I've asked per email 3 times now for a new date, but no response as yet and at the Mobay Hope, they won't tell you any results either, so........i came back home alone, and it breaks my heart to not be there continuing to care for him, altho he is feeling fine and seems strong (certainly in the bed!).

i can only hope now that his health is improving and they will give him his clearance and a new date comes soon (altho i can't return for it).........and i ask all of you to pray that my journey ends up happy......

Will spend more time catching up on everyone lata.........need some sleep, unpack, nuff eyewata bless, culture1

Hey Yardies...greetings from Mobay to all.. still trying to get our appt rescheduled, no luck so far, but doing some fun things (treasure beach) now that SO is feeling well. What a scare. Don't have time to read and catch up so just want to send some vibes from Jam rock. one love, culture1

Hey Yardies.......here in mobay, just trying to deal......No interview happened for us...SO ill, and stupid health care system kept him sicker!..had to request new date. FREaking out about the whole thing, running out of money and crisis after crisis. This was to be such a happy trip. it's too much to report on, so just saying , send us some healing vibes and hope that next check in will be good news. culture1

Sisters........need your good healing vibes tonight, as my sweetie is in the hospital, and so far we don't know why...other than anemia. he was supposed to go to Kgstn today to get his court records cleaned up and now can't do that...and with our interview coming up on Tuesday, i'm very worried that either his health or his records are going to hurt us. Please keep us in your prayers that all comes out like it's supposed to.....sweet and beautiful.

WOW...what a day, just catching up........

1st.....Wakey........Burn him, her and their future....BLESS you and your future! Jah Guide.

2nd....VJ Sistren.......Love you and your advice/opinions/guts/overstanding/principles/prayers.........YOU RATE!

3rd.....YEAY.....to Lovesponge!!! oh that feels good, i'm next TUesday.....thanks for warming the seat!

4th.....MEN, they can be so pathetic. When will they learn? something besides dominoes and jerking off? maybe they need to learn to talk to each other like women do?

5th.....i'm going down on Friday nite , now who was it that needed something taken down......if it can be faxed, i'm willing.???let me know...

6th.....Cakes, there's 2 really good bakeries downtown mobay, but can't remember names, about a block apart.....look for the lines out the door.

7th.....REST

Love to all and don't let all this drama, doubt and fear dash your dreams. Sweet dreams. culture1

Good Morning All and Have a Great Monday!

Best Wishes to All Interviewees and Congrats to All new NOAs!

I worked late in the Emergency Room and having a little difficulty going to bed so that explains why I am up late and talking to myself this time of night. I am off to take my Melatonin and haul my behind to bed.

Whoa girl what a ring!! nice pix of fam too, but wow!!! i like that ring! 5 more days till i leave....count down.

Oh Jgay.....congratulations and great blessings on your baby. i pray that your marriage strengthens, your man rises to his higher self that this baby should inspire in him, and that you both continue to work the challenges that come, just as you promise in your vows. always lots to learn, learn how to diffuse those feelings in each other ...my SO can break down my anger so quick i'm amazed. anyway, baby love!!! culture1

Lovesponge....bon voyage!

Jawi? any more stella story?

Have a great weekend.....i'm shopping for little gifts to bring for family, some water colors/paper for my 'therapy' and new clothes for interview. culture1

Lovesponge.........Have a great trip, best interview experience, and tell us all about it....i'm coming up soon (5-5) .

Move to Jamaica?i would love to live in Ja, if i could afford it ...and all that that implies!@ i love the people, geography, warm water and FOOOD!!! (tonight i'm craving a perfectly ripe still warmed from the sun: Mango) if Jamaica was not under siege by poverty, desperation and gun/drug mania.....Many would return . I can only pray that those who do come back with courage and vision ...and money and the will to make changes. I hope i can retire in a couple years, and go home to a safe and thriving country. and i'll do my part. See you there? culture1

Jawi...more story? ya no dun?

2009 Yardie Interview Schedule

Member Name ------ Visa ---- Date Case Complete ---- Interview Assigned on ---- Interview Date

Ontheedge--------- CR1 ---------- 09/30/08 -------------- 11/24/08 ------------- 01/12/09 (9am)

LadyT------------- CR1 ---------- 09/23/08 -------------- --/--/-- ------------- 01/21/09

IslandWoman------- K1 ----------- --/--/-- -------------- --/--/-- ------------- 01/22/09 (9am)

MrsBuggy---------- CR1 ---------- 10/14/08 -------------- 01/06/09 ------------- 02/17/09 (730am)

Made2luvg--------- CR1 ---------- 10/07/08 -------------- 01/09/09 ------------- 02/19/09

Pecky------------- CR1 ---------- 10/10/08 -------------- 01/06/09 ------------- 02/18/09 (730am)

Shrewdgal--------- CR1 ---------- 10/28/08 -------------- 01/06/09 ------------- 02/19/09 (830am)

Meliss3108-------- CR1 ---------- 11/18/08 -------------- 02/10/09 ------------- 03/10/09 (7am)

Shellybelly07----- CR1 ---------- 11/18/08 -------------- 02/13/09 ------------- 03/13/09 (7am)

Javesgirl--------- CR1 ---------- 11/21/08 -------------- 02/11/09 ------------- 03/09/09

Islanddream------- CR1 ---------- 12/05/08 -------------- 02/17/09 ------------- 03/09/09 (730am)

Dillon------------ K1 ----------- --/--/-- -------------- 02/11/09 ------------- 03/20/09 (9am)

Phillyfashionista- CR1 ---------- 01/21/09 -------------- 03/04/09 ------------- 04/09/09 (7am)

Lovesponge--------- K1 ---------- --/--/-- -------------- 04/02/09 ------------- 04/27/09 (730am)

Jengles----------- K4 ----------- 01/19/09 -------------- 03/30/09 ------------- 05/04/09 (830am)

Mrshamilton------- K3 ----------- 02/13/09 -------------- xx/xx/xx ------------- xx/xx/xx

Damniecy---------- CR1 ---------- 03/36/09 -------------- xx/xx/xx ------------- xx/xx/xx

Culture1 KI 10-29-08 3-30-09 5-5-09

Happy Easter Sunday to all.....songs of praise, colored eggs, hummingbirds, and bun*n*cheese. topping it off with a rum/coke....19 more days till i go a yard. patiently wait and murmur not. C1