ErikaAndHamit

Wow, a bunch of great leads everyone, thank you!!! <3

Question. My mom lost all of her documentation/driver license, SS card, passport-everything and I mean everything. She does have her marriage license, but that's it. She needs to apply for social security and Medicaid as her health is failing and she is very poor, so she needs to prove her identity and her citizenship status. She was born in Hungary as were her parents (she only knows her mom) and came over to the US as a kid during the revolution there and was given citizenship when she came here. So how can I help her? TIA!!!

Were in Arizona....its beautiful, but hot...sure we have more mass shootings than most places lol, but the only one close to home was Jared Laughner guy ...other than that, nothing else close to home...its hot as hell here, but monsoons and sunsets are gorgeous. Yes, its true there's not much government help if you somehow lose your job, home, etc like in Europe. Healthcare can be found, but its pretty expensive. If you're prone to gain weight,you will, otherwise, just be careful what you eat...they put salt and sugar in everything. If you work hard, you will make it. America definitely isn't for lazy people or sissies...a lot is screwed up here, but there's positives and negatives everywhere. If your priority is your marriage, then it doesn't matter where you live. True, there are homeless begging on many street corners, but just ignore them. Jk lol. Anyway, I'm sure your friends just are angry you're leaving them. Your patents sound impossible. I hope they warm up to your future wife with time. Good luck. Excuse any typos...

I don't know how long citizenship from France takes for your husband, but it can't be that much longer than the K1....it usually takes 7 months to a year max...don't know what's currently going on, but it shouldn't be long till you hear something...that being said, I think it would be awesome to live in Europe...you can travel to Turkey so much easier....buuuut will you be happy in the long run once marriage settles and becomes routine...comfortable, yet routine, once the excitement if a new relationship

wears off? That's something to think about....the time waiting is hard, but it serves a purpose..

Oh, that's such a tough one with no right or wrong answer. It really sucks. So sorry! My brother has Asperger's and lives with me and he is the same way and very tough to deal with at times. However, once he makes a decision like the one your son made, he would not be one to change his mind. I hope he will be OK with you gone and that your Skyping makes things better. I know you will feel uneasy the whole time, but try to enjoy what you can. Big hugs. <3

OK, it's going to have to work or what? You lose your money and end up where you started because you get denied? Your attitude isn't going to get him a visa. You follow the rules and win or you don't and lose. That's your choice. I think it should be a little harder after seeing all the fakes i have seen come through (and yes, even from Turkey, so far it's 50/50 from there from the couples I've met so far, anyway) and use American women for visas. I don't think it should be easier. Sure, it isn't perfect, but that's the government. God forbid it be even more simple. It's not too difficult once you read the rules and ask follow up questions here.

Oh geez.....sounds tough for you. I know he is worrying about his kid and all that, but if he's the type of parent that could never leave their kid, why did he do it? I mean, I could never, therefore, i would never have gotten involved with an impossible relationship. I don't get that part. Oh man and to have to pay a babysitter, he really is a failure as a parent. Something is missing here on his part. He does not sound like he is trying. It's way too early for all this to start. I don't know what to say, but give him an ultimatum. Such as you need to take care of the kids or get a job, stop criticizing your efforts, etc etc..the crazy religious part is strange too. Only you know what to do in your heart. Maybe it will take him going back home to realize where his heart truly is. This is definitely more than culture shock or adjustment issues,especially where the kids are involved, that one is a non-negotiable, you are right on that one.

Hello,Tigerlily!!

Long time, no see lol I think many of us original peeps are not on here anymore, but I am friends with Tanya, Wendy and Filiz on Facebook. Many of the people who started this particular group don't seem to be on here anymore either and/or were booted. That is so awesome to live in Istanbul! I am so excited for you!!

Wait, OMG this sin't the original Tigerlily from the other group hahahaha. My bad hehe. Anyhow, I think it's really cool you live with hubby in Istanbul. Thanks for the tip on the book. We will be taking our kids to see his family first time next year, so I need to brush up, so that's great. How are you liking it?

I'd stay married or see about a "Not Without My Daughter"sheme.

Ok, thanks.

Hi there,

Haven't posted in a while, but i had a question...

My husband's brother is coming to visit (or maybe so he thinks?) in 2 weeks. My hubby said his brother's employer got him this 10 year visa (or green card?) to the U.S. and he's had it a while, but never used it. Now he wants to come visit my hubby and said he only needs to give our address where he will be staying. I never heard of this type of visa. It doesn't sound like a tourist visa.

Do you all know what it could be? He lives in Turkey which, of course, is not part of the Visa Waiver Program. My brother-in-law is a local government official in his town. I am just curious. Thanks in advance!

I was wondering something, is it because my wife is twin and other brother are set of twins is why she may have chance of having three baby's.? Twins run in family, but not in three.

Omg three boys, you have your own little soccer team lol. I know it's really early to buy baby things but I saw some pink cowboy boots for tiny feet, I had to get six of them. Everyone here in Texas wears cowboy boots, they hurt my feet, but my wife says I look cute in them

Yes, I am sure it is the reason for triplets. Twins run on my father's side too.... Ohhhh, pink cowboy boots, that is adorable! There is a triplet Facebook group if your wife is interested in joining. It helped me a lot with all the questions I had when pregnant and when the babies were small. Anyhow, congrats!

o wowwww another person with triplets!!!! I have 19 mos old triplet boys!! If you have any questions or your wife, feel free to send me a message!!! Congrats!!!! You are in for a wild ride!!

Awww I'm excited that you're excited! I recall those days.....such a memorable, romantic time. Can't wait to hear how it goes.

oops I guess I missed that one lol blame it on my blonde roots both red and have a star so kinda close? I guess not

Close enough lol

3 Hungarians? odd but cool.

Anyone speak it?

Erika I noted it that we cant pm...maybe they can fix it.

Happy Friday to everyone in Mena (cous cous day!!)

Oh cool, I hope they can fix it! I was going to say maybe become FB friends, but I couldn't even tell you my FB name n private haha Did I miss it, or when are you and hubby coming home to the states? How exciting!

hamigirl, yep close enough...the flag looks similar if youre scrolling quickly Hey, they are all Muslim anyway.

Oh, you know who else is Magyar? Henia!! She's married to an ALgerian, but that makes 4 of us that I know of...wow, what a trend! LOL

OMG another Hungarian here :D Chicken Paprikash and stuffed cabbage rolls you just took me back to my childhood days watch my Hungarian grandmother cook up a storm....yummy :D I wish she taught me jhow to cook lol my mom knows some of it...she made the best sweetbread or nutbread and cookies....sigh I miss her so much

Cool another one of us!

Inluv.....I tried to send you a message and it would not allow me either/......I dunno what's up,but I sent you a message on your comments. Ah, well....

My trio's names are Hasan, Arman and Nesib. My MIL named Hasan, I picked Arman and hubby picked Nesib.

I think I had the original idea to do this back in 2009. I had the idea to get permission first. SO i emailed the embassy a few months in advance and they told me I could go inside with him and so I printed it and took it with me. Then I told everyone else to do it lol, so I dont know how much they do this anymore, but it is worth a try. I was not going to be allowed in, but took that email with me in case. Good thing, becasue they took that email from me in line showed to someone and then OK'd me, but I was that close from not being allowed in. The CO did end up asking me several questions as well. Good luck!

Also, when she answered if I could go inside in the email...it was more of answer like "I dont see why not" type of answer, but I ran with it LOL

Yes and yes!!! My parents are immigrants from Budapest. I'm first generation American born Magyar. How about you? I mean like were you born there or? My hubby knows how to.make porkolt and stuffed cabbage himself now that I taught him. We went on a porkolt binge for a few months last year and havent made it since, but ive been wanting to.......just babies are mobile now. He will eat chicken paprikash, but nor enough to cook himself. How does your hubby like Magyar food?

I second that, Sandanista...how annoying. Often, I'm.typing in a hurry with babies all over and da8n he77 don't want someone commenting about my typos either.

Are you Hungarian too inluv? I make porkolt too....one of my faves...next to chicken paprikash and stuffed cabbage!

Oh what awesome news!!!!!! Congratulations Gf!!!!!

Oh that's weird then lol

Its just saying they received your application for the green card....