My story can be found on the blog linked above. My blog includes both my personal story and visa-related events along with information on this whole CR-1 process. Please check it out, it might help you :)For my complete timeline as well as important links, just look above under 'About Me'!
If you are doing the DS-260, you will need the beneficiary ID number. It is not the same as the IIN or case number...make sure you call NVC to get this number from them.