May filers

[Poacher 0]

Ana, We would not be hard to spot. I, the broad shouldered, well tanned, redneck. Her, the petite, short, platinum blonde. Naturally, I might add. Everyone will be whispering, "poor girl." Ha, Ha. Seriously, I am twice the size of Iuliia. At least I did not have Fridays on that list. I have been to some good Ukrainian/Russian restaurants, just don't remember the names. As long as they have a hookah for after dinner. I am also a fan of the Belgium beer place across from the Golden Gate. I have stopped in there to get a drink and snack, only to stumble out later after sampling their fares.

Nat, It seems like with the fewer weekly approvals, the interview dates are closer in. We are all still waiting for the good news. VSC needs to get off their a##, put the coffee down, and get you taken care off. Don't they know that winter is coming. Florida/St. Petersburg. Which one has the milder winter?

Jen, What did you think? Also, tell the people at the consulate to forget about moose hunting and do some interviews.

[Jenni and Bo 0]

Kirk, Iulia is a beautiful girl You guys looks very happy together!! Nice deer too

Your boys are fantastic They are going to be heartbreakers in a few years!! I liked the one with them all in their football gear I am trying to send thoughts to Montreal telling them that I would be OH SO HAPPY to have a Nov interview...we'll see if it works. I will try and send you a few pics later.

How is everyone today...still no email from Montreal *sigh* - Going for my MMR shot today, as long as I can find the public health office LOL. Work again tonight, hopefully my clients are in a mellow mood!

<3 Jen

[Ana&D 0]

Kirk good thing I know how typical rednecks look. I'll tell the embassy to book me in so I can meet y'all . I finally applied for my police certificate. Was only 30 UAH surprisingly. Oh, did you mean the Golden Gate Pub? Man, some good time spent there. I also liked 44, Oreh and O'Briens back in the day...

Nat, any news yet? (very hopeful voice). Glad you have work to keep you somewhat distracted.

And now guys, let's gather round and wish ALEX the best of luck tomorrow as she goes into the embassy!!!!!

[Tarantula 0]

You're right Ana ... let's bundle tons of good vibes and send them to Alex!

Steel ... Belgian beer? What's that ... Tell me you're favorite and I'll drink one to you and Iulia when you guys have your visa in hands ...

Hope you're all having a great day!

[Poacher 0]

Tarantula, My favorite is bottled, canned, or keg. Just kidding. I actually really like Stella Artois. It became popular in Ukraine about 2 years ago. Has become available here in the past year. OK, it must be the Golden Gate Pub. I was just told by a date that it was a Belguim beer pub. I do not know the names of what they have on draft. We just get a different one every round. Becks is available at kiosks everywhere. Some restaurants in Kiev even have Corona. They look at you funny when you ask for a lime. Now, the best beer I have found is at a restaurant/micro-brewery called Stargorod in the city of Kharkov. Not that I would drink a beer or twelve.

Ana, 30 Hgrivna for yours is good. If you paid another 10 they might have it ready in 5 minutes. Iuliia is picking hers up Monday. You are right about picking out rednecks. We usually have on a camoflauge coat, our universities ball cap on, and chewing tobacco in our mouth. You should see the looks I get when I break out my Copenhagen in Ukraine. Actually got hassled by the militia about that years ago. They tried to shake me down saying it was a narcotic. Nyet, like cigarette. No, I do not wear camo there. Not yet. Just suits or slacks and a golf shirt. I really stick out at the indoor waterpark. I wear an American bathing suit, goes to the knees, not the banana hammock that is the European standard. Don't want to make the other girls jealous. Damn it, there is that line I crossed again.

Jen, Thanks. The big one was my elk. The swans were shot in eastern NC, near the Outer Banks. Get a cooler of beer and meet us at the boat ramp and join the redneck yacht club. Of course my sons are driving the girls crazy. They take after their father. Wait, you saw the pictures, you know that I am lying. OK, their mother had the looks in that relationship. So, you can also say that Iuliia has the looks in ours. No brainer there. Hope your work goes good tonight.

[Ana&D 0]

Kirk, man, u crack me up Trust me this country girl needs no pointers in spotting a redneck, remember I lived in Ol' Good Mississippi in a real Southern family where men were fond of fishin' and huntin' Well, that bathing suit better stay home in America this time, it's getting cold for swiming, lol

Morning guys!!!!

Now where is Alex, I'm ready for the report

[Poacher 0]

Ana, Have you called the call center yet? They are only open for one more hour. You would be so cursed to get a Nov. 5 interview date. Don't tell Iuliia that I am white trash. She will figure that out on her own.

I hope that she knows how to skin a deer and clean fish. I will sit back, drink a beer, and give her instructions, ONCE.

When I take her out to eat, I will have to have one of my sons watch for cars. Never mind, I will drag it off to the side. Nothing like roadkill under the stars.

I might even let her ride in the cab of my pickup when it rains.

I hope she does not mind the live bait swimming in the bath tub.

Oh, you know she has me whipped.

Nat, Still waiting on the good news.

[Alexandra_v 0]

Hi may family!!!

How is everyone doing?

Went to the embassy this morning, had to wait for 40 min outside in the rain after 2 hour of sleep. Was so nervous!

The interview took about 10 min! And I was approved just like that!!!!

I asked the officer if he wanted to see any proof, and he said no! We are done here!!!

God it was so easy!!!

Thank you so much for everything! !!

[Jenni and Bo 0]

Yay :dance:

Congrats Alex! You're the first one done and through! Enjoy the relief of knowing this part is over!!! I'm so so glad it went easy for you!!!

<3 Jen

[Alexandra_v 0]

Yay

Congrats Alex! You're the first one done and through! Enjoy the relief of knowing this part is over!!! I'm so so glad it went easy for you!!!

<3 Jen

Thank you jen !!

It feels so much better know and Monday is my medical!!

Have you received the pkt 4 yet?

[Ana&D 0]

CONGRATS ALEX & JOHN!!!!!

Was thinking about you all day today!!! Wonderful wonderful news!!!! So very happy for you, dear!!!!

[Alexandra_v 0]

CONGRATS ALEX & JOHN!!!!!

Was thinking about you all day today!!! Wonderful wonderful news!!!! So very happy for you, dear!!!!

Oh Ana you are so sweet!!!

thank you so much for the beautiful e-mail!!!

You are next!

[Nat_and_Jack 0]

Alex!! Hi! Congratulations to You and John!!!

I am happy for you.

[Yevgeniy 0]

Hi may family!!!

How is everyone doing?

Went to the embassy this morning, had to wait for 40 min outside in the rain after 2 hour of sleep. Was so nervous!

The interview took about 10 min! And I was approved just like that!!!!

I asked the officer if he wanted to see any proof, and he said no! We are done here!!!

God it was so easy!!!

Thank you so much for everything! !!

Congradulations!! You must be one of the happiest on earth right now! Good luck on your med exam and once again congrats!

[Alexandra_v 0]

Alex!! Hi! Congratulations to You and John!!!

I am happy for you.

Thank you Natalia !!

How are things on your side?