APRIL '08 Vermont K-1 Filers

[brian87 0]

So Kim, what's the story. Please tell us that everything is set. I am prepared for drama with my fiance petition once they start to process it, but I can't imagine going through drama just to submit a petition.

Keep the faith, plus on the bright side thankfully your Vermont and not CSC, otherwise this delay could cost you two or three months.

Brian

[KimandRuss 0]

Hi folks.... well, we're official!

Well, as stated... we've finaly got the paperwork sent yesterday and we're stoked about that! It was no easy task though! Some of you know that i've already waited years for my ex to sign the divorce agreement. Russell being booted from the country...etc. Well if that wasn't enough... I had everything scanned in, forms filled out...etc all stored on my hard drive for months now. Just waiting to be printed up and organized into the packet. Well, after printing off all our pictures and a few other things on Sunday I went to reboot and windows wouldn't load. It was late and because I work with computers I thought 'no big deal' I will finish up tomorrow... yes well, turns out my hard drive failed and I couldn't get to any of it. After diagnosing the problem, I didn't have time to see if I could copy the drive over and had to get on another computer at home and scan and print everything again. I had to dig for emails that were still on my server and not downloaded to outlook. Lost all our chat sessions...etc. Needless to say, I was up pretty late getting that all done. On top of that, I had 4 calls into registrar of deeds office last week to make sure I could pick up my decree yesterday....with no call back. I decided I'd take the 1/2 hour drive into the city and drop in to see if I could get it anyway. When I got there I was sent to an entirely different building...where I was sent back to the same place I started!! At this point all I could do is shake my head. Anyway, I got it! From that moment on nothing else seemed to matter and I was all smiles! I spent about 40 minutes in line at the post office and sent the package overnight. As soon as I got into my office I had a call from the registrar's office.... my decree was ready to be picked up! I just had to laugh! The girl that called was the same one who had actually typed it up for me yesterday while I waited. Too funny.

So the package was very well organized and very throrough, with tabbed off sections and I went over everything twice but I still worry because of the loss of all my previous information and the mad rush in which I put it together again. It still feels really good to have it done and to be in the waiting game. I know for many this is the part they stress about most and maybe after a few weeks of waiting we'll get there too ...but we've waited SOOOO long just to get to this point and for now, we're just so happy to be on to the next chapter. I did take a few pics of the petition package on my cell to send to Russell and would be happy to share if anyone is interested.

As far as the CSC vs VSC disparity.... when we first started posting at VJ they were still in the backlog from the influx in July and it was taking 6-10 months for an approval at both offices. Even though i'm not with CSC, it still infuriates me that they have not taken lessons from VSC to speed up their process. It's very unfair! Of course, we're thrilled to be filing with Vermont..but after watching so many wait like that last year and after waiting so many years just to be together we're really happy to just be able to finally file!

Thanks for all the support! It really helps keeps things in perspective knowing we're not alone!

Edited April 16, 2008 by KimandRuss

[Sal and Jay 2]

Hi folks.... well, we're official!

Well, as stated... we've finaly got the paperwork sent yesterday and we're stoked about that! It was no easy task though! Some of you know that i've already waited years for my ex to sign the divorce agreement. Russell being booted from the country...etc. Well if that wasn't enough... I had everything scanned in, forms filled out...etc all stored on my hard drive for months now. Just waiting to be printed up and organized into the packet. Well, after printing off all our pictures and a few other things on Sunday I went to reboot and windows wouldn't load. It was late and because I work with computers I thought 'no big deal' I will finish up tomorrow... yes well, turns out my hard drive failed and I couldn't get to any of it. After diagnosing the problem, I didn't have time to see if I could copy the drive over and had to get on another computer at home and scan and print everything again. I had to dig for emails that were still on my server and not downloaded to outlook. Lost all our chat sessions...etc. Needless to say, I was up pretty late getting that all done. On top of that, I had 4 calls into registrar of deeds office last week to make sure I could pick up my decree yesterday....with no call back. I decided I'd take the 1/2 hour drive into the city and drop in to see if I could get it anyway. When I got there I was sent to an entirely different building...where I was sent back to the same place I started!! At this point all I could do is shake my head. Anyway, I got it! From that moment on nothing else seemed to matter and I was all smiles! I spent about 40 minutes in line at the post office and sent the package overnight. As soon as I got into my office I had a call from the registrar's office.... my decree was ready to be picked up! I just had to laugh! The girl that called was the same one who had actually typed it up for me yesterday while I waited. Too funny.

So the package was very well organized and very throrough, with tabbed off sections and I went over everything twice but I still worry because of the loss of all my previous information and the mad rush in which I put it together again. It still feels really good to have it done and to be in the waiting game. I know for many this is the part they stress about most and maybe after a few weeks of waiting we'll get there too ...but we've waited SOOOO long just to get to this point and for now, we're just so happy to be on to the next chapter. I did take a few pics of the petition package on my cell to send to Russell and would be happy to share if anyone is interested.

As far as the CSC vs VSC disparity.... when we first started posting at VJ they were still in the backlog from the influx in July and it was taking 6-10 months for an approval at both offices. Even though i'm not with CSC, it still infuriates me that they have not taken lessons from VSC to speed up their process. It's very unfair! Of course, we're thrilled to be filing with Vermont..but after watching so many wait like that last year and after waiting so many years just to be together we're really happy to just be able to finally file!

Thanks for all the support! It really helps keeps things in perspective knowing we're not alone!

Yay at last the journey has started for you both to be together permanently, been waiting for this to happen.

[KimandRuss 0]

Thanks so much Sal and Jay.

We have confirmation that the package was delivered at 1:15 today! Ahhh the little things!

[greeneyedgirlfl 0]

Thanks so much Sal and Jay.

We have confirmation that the package was delivered at 1:15 today! Ahhh the little things!

Every little thing is a reason to celebrate...just means that you're one step closer!!!

[dbears 1]

Thanks so much Sal and Jay.

We have confirmation that the package was delivered at 1:15 today! Ahhh the little things!

You'll get another rush of excitement when you see your check get cashed and then another one when you finally smell and hold the NOA1 hardcopy in your hands... then the waiting for NOA2.

I'm so happy for you Kim, you have been a pillar of support to many here and you deserve to finally have a share of heaven on earth with russ by your side, not just for a few months or weeks but for a lifetime.

i hope and pray that all of you April filers will get speedy approvals.

God speed.

[KimandRuss 0]

Thanks again Gay. We are very much looking forward to those little milestones!

[KitEEgirl 0]

HOOOOOOOOOOOOORAY FOR BEING ABLE TO FILE!

I'm sorry to hear about the further computer problems, but! you did file

I hope your journey is fast and easy

Hi folks.... well, we're official!

Well, as stated... we've finaly got the paperwork sent yesterday and we're stoked about that! It was no easy task though! Some of you know that i've already waited years for my ex to sign the divorce agreement. Russell being booted from the country...etc. Well if that wasn't enough... I had everything scanned in, forms filled out...etc all stored on my hard drive for months now. Just waiting to be printed up and organized into the packet. Well, after printing off all our pictures and a few other things on Sunday I went to reboot and windows wouldn't load. It was late and because I work with computers I thought 'no big deal' I will finish up tomorrow... yes well, turns out my hard drive failed and I couldn't get to any of it. After diagnosing the problem, I didn't have time to see if I could copy the drive over and had to get on another computer at home and scan and print everything again. I had to dig for emails that were still on my server and not downloaded to outlook. Lost all our chat sessions...etc. Needless to say, I was up pretty late getting that all done. On top of that, I had 4 calls into registrar of deeds office last week to make sure I could pick up my decree yesterday....with no call back. I decided I'd take the 1/2 hour drive into the city and drop in to see if I could get it anyway. When I got there I was sent to an entirely different building...where I was sent back to the same place I started!! At this point all I could do is shake my head. Anyway, I got it! From that moment on nothing else seemed to matter and I was all smiles! I spent about 40 minutes in line at the post office and sent the package overnight. As soon as I got into my office I had a call from the registrar's office.... my decree was ready to be picked up! I just had to laugh! The girl that called was the same one who had actually typed it up for me yesterday while I waited. Too funny.

So the package was very well organized and very throrough, with tabbed off sections and I went over everything twice but I still worry because of the loss of all my previous information and the mad rush in which I put it together again. It still feels really good to have it done and to be in the waiting game. I know for many this is the part they stress about most and maybe after a few weeks of waiting we'll get there too ...but we've waited SOOOO long just to get to this point and for now, we're just so happy to be on to the next chapter. I did take a few pics of the petition package on my cell to send to Russell and would be happy to share if anyone is interested.

As far as the CSC vs VSC disparity.... when we first started posting at VJ they were still in the backlog from the influx in July and it was taking 6-10 months for an approval at both offices. Even though i'm not with CSC, it still infuriates me that they have not taken lessons from VSC to speed up their process. It's very unfair! Of course, we're thrilled to be filing with Vermont..but after watching so many wait like that last year and after waiting so many years just to be together we're really happy to just be able to finally file!

Thanks for all the support! It really helps keeps things in perspective knowing we're not alone!

[KimandRuss 0]

Thank you Kitegirl! Best of luck to you tomorrow...errr today!!!

[Possum 0]

hi kim!!! just dropping in from the CSC twilight zone to say CONGRATS!!!!! so glad you're among the ranks of the anxiously awaiting...hope it isn't long for you!!

[KimandRuss 0]

Thanks Possum!

So how are all of you April filers? Patiently waiting? Staying away from VJ?

[GrahamandMegan 1]

Thanks Possum!

So how are all of you April filers? Patiently waiting? Staying away from VJ?

We received NOA1 in the post today and signed up to check the status online. We were touched on April 15th, fingers crossed for a speedy process not just for us but for everyone at Vermont

[sweet_peach 0]

Vermont received my fiance petition today, April Fool's Day. Which is appropriate because I am a fool in love.

I just hope that the speedy Vermont processing times continue for us Vermont filers. I have really enjoyed reading the Vermont filers threads for Jan., Feb., and March. I just love those recent timelines where the filers have already received NOA2's.

And I love the ongoing Juarez, Mexico thread. Especially the long post by Ronin last year with a great commentary and about a dozen photo's. I feel like I have already been there and done it.

Anyway, I look forward to sharing the Visa Journey with this great web forum. Now, I just need to research how to set up an official timeline.

Brian

I sent in our I-129F on the 30th and it was returned due to his passport pic not being the 2x2. Luckily i knew this and was going to see my Fiance and was able to get a new pic just when the application was coming back. We have resent it on Monday so were wishing for the best also.

Good Luck to everyone

Maybe everything will go smooth and fast....

[KimandRuss 0]

Thanks Possum!

So how are all of you April filers? Patiently waiting? Staying away from VJ?

We received NOA1 in the post today and signed up to check the status online. We were touched on April 15th, fingers crossed for a speedy process not just for us but for everyone at Vermont

That's wonderful news! Congratulations!

[KimandRuss 0]

Hi peach..welcome to the april thread. Sorry to hear your petition got returned! So many here seem to have sent somthing other than the 2x2 and it was ok. I wonder why they would send yours back? Any ideas? Did it not meet the other criteria?