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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from LaL in princess rose   
    I would have to agree with Rebecca Jo, the last thing I would want to hear after giving birth is "its too bad you had a c-section at your age." But thats just me. I would just want people to be happy for me.
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from ~happyndinlove~ in princess rose   
    I would have to agree with Rebecca Jo, the last thing I would want to hear after giving birth is "its too bad you had a c-section at your age." But thats just me. I would just want people to be happy for me.
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from VanessaTony in Dilemma.. bouncing thoughts around!   
    Just want to thank everyone for their help! I was able to sort something out. I am going to be living with a classmate when my husband deploys then have found a potential filipina nanny to come in February when the baby comes. She has agreed to my offer, but my mom and husband will interview her first.. Hope it all works out! Thanks again!!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from BethandBilly in K-1 Sadness   
    Do as Darnell said! Great advice. I wish you all the best!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from Scott & Annie in Dilemma.. bouncing thoughts around!   
    Hey everyone,
    I just found out that I am pregnant, which is great! However, there are a lot of complications. I am a full-time graduate student and don't wish to stop, and my husband is deploying in a couple of months. I will be pregnant and alone, which is not something we want. Anyone know where to find a full-time companion/nanny to stay while my husband is deployed and while I'm in school? Anyone have any other ideas? I can't go home though I want to coz my insurance is better here and I'd really like to keep staying in school..
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from J&N* in Dilemma.. bouncing thoughts around!   
    I normally wouldnt..but i will be alone and pregnant/with a baby for a whole year without a husband, other family and friends.
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from Tahoma in Manila DENIES K1 co-sponsors   
    We had a co-sponsor that they denied. Hubby back then barely made the income requirement but we got approved by giving them the reasoning that i could earn a lot as a speech pathologist.. sometimes just seeing the couple together helps!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from neodragon0l in Manila DENIES K1 co-sponsors   
    We had a co-sponsor that they denied. Hubby back then barely made the income requirement but we got approved by giving them the reasoning that i could earn a lot as a speech pathologist.. sometimes just seeing the couple together helps!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from beejay in Manila DENIES K1 co-sponsors   
    We had a co-sponsor that they denied. Hubby back then barely made the income requirement but we got approved by giving them the reasoning that i could earn a lot as a speech pathologist.. sometimes just seeing the couple together helps!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from Matt & Bing in How TO REPORT Corruption at St Luke's?   
    Forget about the shots. Come to the US and get them done at the local health center for $5
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    Messybrownhair reacted to VanessaTony in Prevent immigrant from obtaining removal of conditions   
    He might be a jerk but that doesn't make the marriage fake. If she has proof the marriage was fake then she stands a chance of stopping him from ROCing. If he gets charged with domestic violence there's a chance it will stop him from ROCing.
    BUT... as much as I appreciate you want to support your daughter, and that's great, you have no right to decide whether he gets to live here or not. Just like you wouldn't have the right to tell an ex who was American that he can't live in the same town. Just because her ex-husband is an immigrant doesn't mean his status is any of your, or your daughters concern. That is completely irrelevant and he should be treated like any other jerk who lives in the US.
    Submit the statements of abuse to ICE or USCIS. Have him charged with abuse/assault (if you have evidence). But his immigration status isn't your or her concern and it's considered abuse to try and use someone's status again them.
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from C-ma'am in She's doing it again.   
    The whole time I was reading your post, it felt like a father-spoiled daughter relationship, except for the part about her being pregnant. Like her talking on the phone, complaining, driving her to a friend's house.. my advice would just be to not let her get away with those things, and dont play into her game. I may have only been married for a year but i know an unhealthy relationship when i see one. Goodluck!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from Kathryn41 in She's doing it again.   
    The whole time I was reading your post, it felt like a father-spoiled daughter relationship, except for the part about her being pregnant. Like her talking on the phone, complaining, driving her to a friend's house.. my advice would just be to not let her get away with those things, and dont play into her game. I may have only been married for a year but i know an unhealthy relationship when i see one. Goodluck!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from Mark&Fatima in Marriage is breaking apart   
    Your story is heartbreaking. Leave him, file for divorce and naturalization and move on with your life! Find some real happiness! Goodluck and God Bless!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from hardrockangel in Life after K1 POE   
    Hi everyone,
    I thought I would share my experience to others so that it will hopefully help you guys as well. I know that the k1 process is stressful and getting the visa is a true victory. Sadly though, the stress will not end there because after POE there is another journey, but it will be better because you get to experience it with your loved one. I know a lot of people here have already successfully accomplished AOS so feel free to chime in and comment as well.
    First and foremost, read up on the following:
    VJ Link to AOS for k1/k2
    Vanessa and Tony's guide
    Here is what I did from POE onwards..
    1. POE
    Don’t forget to bring the brown envelope from the embassy and hand it to the immigration officer, together with your i-94. Make sure all details on the i-94 are written legibly and correctly. Also, do not leave the airport without checking if all the details on your i-94 is correct (Your name, alien number, date of stamp etc) and DO NOT LOSE YOUR I-94.
    2. GET A MARRIAGE LICENSE
    Check your state laws for the requirements to get married.. Go to your local town clerk to get the license. Some may need a SSN, some won't. So you can interchange #2 and #3.
    3. GET A SSN
    K1 visa holders are allowed to get a SSN as long as they still have a valid i-94. It is recommended to go 10-14 days upon entry so that by then you should already be registered in the database. Now I have been told that there are some SSA who are clueless about k1 visa holders and refuse to give them the SSN until you have your green card. This is FALSE, and if this happens, ask for higher management and demand for it, because you are entitled to one.
    Things to bring: Passport, I-94, NSO Birth Cert, SSN Form (you can get one there). If you go when you are already married, bring your MC.
    Proof that k1 can apply for SSN
    SSN Form
    It should arrive in 1-2 weeks.
    4. FIND A CIVIL SURGEON
    Only if your DS-3025 is marked “incomplete” is a I-693 required to be completed. If it is marked as such (incomplete) you are required to complete certain portions of the I-693 and have a Civil Surgeon certify the form (and seal it in an evelope). Specifically, you will complete Part 1 (Information about you) of the I-693 and provide both the form and your DS-3025 (if you have it, proving your vaccination history) and any proof of required vaccinations that were completed prior to entering the US. If you do not have a copy of your DS-3025 you will need to provide sufficient evidence of your vaccination history to the Civil Surgeon (talk to the civil surgeon’s office to discuss what vaccination records they accept as proof). If you do not have proof of your vaccination history the Civil Surgeon may insist on re-administering all the required vaccinations prior to completing the I-693. Once the Civil Surgeon has has verified that all required vaccinations have been performed, they will complete form I-693 Part 2 (the vaccination section) and Part 5 (the Civil Surgeon’s Certification). They will then seal the form in an envelope and return it to you.
    So this part is a little confusing because I have all the complete age-appropriate vaccines, and yet some people claim to have gotten RFEs for not having their I-693 transcribed so we decided that were gonna do it anyway to avoid any complications The trick here is to call around and find a civil surgeon who will not require you to do another medical, because your medical exam should still be valid for a whole year!
    5. GET MARRIED AND GET THE (certified) MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE
    The marriage certificate is important for AOS, so make sure you grab copies of it!
    FILING FOR AOS:
    AOS DOCUMENTS
    1. Cover letter
    In the checklist above it is recommended that you include a Cover Page with your application. While this is optional, filing a cover page will help the USCIS understand what benefit you are applying for and specifically what items you have included in your package. Again, make sure the cover page includes:
    – the applicants contact information (name, address, phone number)
    – A description of the benefit you are applying for ( Family Based Adjustment of Status Application)
    – A table of contents listing the major items in your package (i.e. I-485 and evidence, I-765, I-131, etc)
    – A line with the applicants signature and date
    2. G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
    3. Payment in the amount of $1,070.00 payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (personal cheque)
    4. I-485 – Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, signed & dated
    5. Copy of birth certificate
    6. Photocopy of passport biographical details page
    7. Copy of K1 visa in passport
    8. Photocopy of USA entry stamp dated
    9. 2 passport photos (US passport size) – name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen
    10. I-693 Filled up by Civil Surgeon (Bring DS-3205 and Vaccination Records)
    11. G-325A – Biographic Information, including residence and employment attachments
    11. I-864 – Affidavit of Support (TIM) +tax returns, employment letter, bank statement, pay stubs and proof of citizenship
    12. I-864 – Affidavit of Support (Co-Sponsor) + Most recent tax returns and proof of citizenship
    13. Copy of I-797 – Notice of Action, Approval of K1 petition, dated ##### (front & back) - AKA K1 NOA2
    14. Copy of Marriage certificate, dated ##### (front & back)
    15. Copy of I-94 – Arrival/Departure record (front & back)
    EAD DOCUMENTS
    Cover letter
    1. G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
    2. I-765 – Application for Employment Authorisation
    3. 2 passport photos (US passport size) – name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen
    4. Photocopy of passport biographical details page
    5. Copy of I-94 – Arrival/Departure record (front & back)
    6. Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change)
    AP DOCUMENTS
    Cover letter (EXPLANATION FOR ELIGIBILITY)
    1. G-1145 – Form for E-notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
    2. I-131 – Application for Travel Document (Advanced Parole)
    3. 2 passport photos (US passport size) – name and alien number printed lightly on back in pencil or felt pen
    4. Copy of K1 visa (to show present status)
    5. Photocopy of passport biographical details page
    6. Copy of Marriage certificate (to show name change)
    File at:
    USCIS
    P.O. Box 805887
    Chicago, IL 60680-4120
    For courier/express delivery:
    USCIS
    Attn: FBAS
    131 South Dearborn – 3rd Floor
    Chicago, IL 60603-5517
    PAYMENT
    Personal checks must be pre-printed with the name of the bank and the account holder. Also, the account holder’s address and phone number must be pre-printed, typed or written in ink on the check. All checks must be typed or written in ink.
    1. Write the date you are filling out the check including: day, month and year.
    2. On the “Pay to the Order of” line write: “U.S. Department of Homeland Security.”
    3. Write in numbers the exact dollar amount of the fee for the service you are requesting. In the example, the amount is “$595.00.”
    4. Spell out the exact dollar amount of the fee for the service you are requesting. The “cents” portion of the amount should be written as a fraction over 100. In this example, the amount is “Five hundred ninety-five and 00/100.”
    5. Write a brief description of the purpose of your payment. In this example, it is “N-400 application fee.”
    6. Sign the check using your legal signature.
    IMPORTANT!
    Make TWO copies of the entire package before you send it in. This includes the money orders too. You want to have a perfect replica of the package you are sending in. All Forms that you submit must be originals with original signatures. Supporting Evidence that you submit may be photocopies. Retain ALL original supporting Evidence since the USCIS has the right to check them by issuing an RFE (Request For Evidence). If you receive an RFE, follow the direction exactly, and make two copies of what you sent back. During any future interviews the USCIS may also want to examine the original supporting evidence.
    Once you send it in, here is what to expect.
    You will receive a NOA1 for all 3 applications, followed by a biometrics appointment. After that you either get an interview date or you get transferred to CSC and you'll be approved with no interview. But don't worry, I heard that the interview is not hard at all, so don't feel bad if you get one!
    That's all, hope this helps my fellow kababayans and goodluck! Here's to hoping you have a happy life in the US, and have a smooth and RFE-free AOS journey!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from Bayareaguy in School Documents?   
    Another thing I would like to add is that schools will most likely ask you to repeat everything because of many reasons:
    1. They don't know what your course name means
    2. They make more money that way! The more courses you take, the longer you are in school and the more tuition you pay
    My advice is to bring with you, aside from a TOR, a course description from your school. Make sure each class has a description on what it covers. UP has a document like this, I'm not sure of other schools. I remember an incident when my current adviser almost made me take the undergraduate statistics class because he said he had not seen it on my transcript. I then told him that my MATH 1 class did tackle statistics, and showed him the course description. After that he just said that I was in the clear. So sometimes little things like that can affect your chances, and if you don't fight for it then you'll end up wasting time and money.. If you can get that document then grab it. Together with the WES you will have bigger chances of getting things transferred
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from meadowzephyr in I hate driving with my husband   
    My hubby taught me how to drive. Even though I've driven in the Philippines before as well, I just kept quiet and let him teach me as if I was learning for the first time. He was very patient with me, and I was patient with him. Everything was fine, until we started practicing parallel parking (something I never did in the Philippines) and I got so frustrated that I cried, and he just kept saying "You can do this. Try again." and I did, once, twice, until I must have done it 20 different times. I passed my test the first time. Also, he only started teaching me 3 days before so that it won't be too stressful. It worked for us! I know it's really frustrating and annoying, but be patient with yourself and with him. He is only trying to help you even though it comes across as nagging. I know when I passed I just gave my hubby a big hug and told him that he is no longer allowed to comment on my driving now that I have my license. And he hasn't, except to say that I have gotten better! lol. Goodluck and don't give up! You survived AOS, you can survive the DMV!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from NevermindVz in I hate driving with my husband   
    My hubby taught me how to drive. Even though I've driven in the Philippines before as well, I just kept quiet and let him teach me as if I was learning for the first time. He was very patient with me, and I was patient with him. Everything was fine, until we started practicing parallel parking (something I never did in the Philippines) and I got so frustrated that I cried, and he just kept saying "You can do this. Try again." and I did, once, twice, until I must have done it 20 different times. I passed my test the first time. Also, he only started teaching me 3 days before so that it won't be too stressful. It worked for us! I know it's really frustrating and annoying, but be patient with yourself and with him. He is only trying to help you even though it comes across as nagging. I know when I passed I just gave my hubby a big hug and told him that he is no longer allowed to comment on my driving now that I have my license. And he hasn't, except to say that I have gotten better! lol. Goodluck and don't give up! You survived AOS, you can survive the DMV!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from AKteacher in How TO REPORT Corruption at St Luke's?   
    Forget about the shots. Come to the US and get them done at the local health center for $5
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from beejay in How TO REPORT Corruption at St Luke's?   
    Forget about the shots. Come to the US and get them done at the local health center for $5
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from A and T in How TO REPORT Corruption at St Luke's?   
    Forget about the shots. Come to the US and get them done at the local health center for $5
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from Julie y Pat in Will USCIS refund back my money?   
    Probably not gonna work but I would try to call and ask if the money you sent could be used for the ROC instead. You'll still have overpaid, but at least you won't shell out more money. Also make an infopass appointment. Goodluck
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from marklovetina in Calling all Pinay Military Wives!   
    Not sure if this is allowed on VJ so if its not, sorry and just delete it but I created a FB support page for Pinay Military Wives.. I find it hard to connect with other wives (because we are in the National Guard, but activated), and I think this would be a great avenue for us to talk about non-visa related issues (there's VJ for that) Anyway, its called Pinay Military Wives.. feel free to add!!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from TeddyHoney in Can i marry in a catholic church??   
    Our church required a 6 month notice to get married and we had to do a ton of stuff! Better get a move on!
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    Messybrownhair got a reaction from Tahoma in Is her Philippine degree worthless in the U.S???   
    Its not worthless. Its still a degree. I got into all the grad schools I applied to with my Philippine degree, all I needed was to have my transcript validated by a foreign company and my grades converted into the US equivalent. I did not need additional courses. St. Paul is a good school too. I am not sure how easy it is to get a job in her field but she is still a college grad no matter what.
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