August 2008 Filers

[Chris & Mara 0]

Fred I asked Chris the same question, his reply was "The US government is lazy there is no way in hell anyone is working at USCIS on monday"

I figure he is right, in fact it is probably unlikely anyone is working in USCIS this weekend full stop.

[Bulgarican 0]

California moved to 1st of June youpieeeeeeee ) getting closer to August

Gemmie and HD left us Mara, we should give'em some "hard talk" next time

Guys, we are approaching our NOA2

Hold on for a lil more

Have a nice sunday

[Chris & Mara 0]

Rudeness! lol

Yay for forward movement from both centers!!!

[Gemmie 142]

Still can't do the sweet and salty deal Just not yet, maybe given time.

Betogethersoon - there is no need for you to the K1 petition with you, they will have that on their system and its just more paper to carry. If they ask you about it the line "We have begun our petition and there is no way i want to wreak it by staying over my limit" may help you out in a pinch (has for other VJ'ers that I have read make the scarey journey across the american boarder) but they aren't going to use your petition as evidence you wont leave. As someone else meantioned before just try and skirt the subject, don't lie, but don't tell them if they don't ask.

Another tip, unless they specifically ask you who your visiting, stick with your in america for a holiday , it's not lieing - just avoiding the questions they ask when the words boyfriend/girlfriend or fiance come out of your mouth. I still remember having to play 4000 questions at the boarder in chicago once because the guy didn't like "i'm visiting my boyfriend".

Vegemite is a yeast like substance you spread on bread or toast like jam (jelly to those americans amoung us), its an aussie thing. The UK have stolen it and created cheap immatations such as marmite and promite, but its just not the same check out www.vegemite.com.au if you want a better answer.

Looks like Gemmie has abandoned us for the weekend, clever girl! If only I didn't just have weekends to talk to Chris I might have been able to do the same thing (though it is raining to thats a good deterant too.

Yeah I went out for the night with some friends... it was fun, except I found myself getting a bit sad because I just wanted Bill with us. Especially when one girl's boyfriend showed up to take care of her (she got very drunk)... I just wanted a cuddle from mine. Still good fun though.

Hmm I don't think the K1 is actually in their system, they scan your passport which shows visits info. I'm so scared that I'll be denied entry in December, this will be my 8th trip over (last trip September, too) and what with the problems last time... I'm bringing lots of evidence but I'm not sure when to show it as he might think it looks suspicious that someone would bring so much if they have nothing to hide. I also don't know whether to mention the K1 when he asks when we're getting married. (I always tell them straight that I'm visiting my fiance when they ask for the purpose of my visit). I really think it's a bad idea to say that you're there for vacation because even though you're going abroad, you know that the purpose of your trip is technically to see your loved one. Plus they ask who you're staying with, and I just don't feel comfortable lying about that one, especially seeing as I've now said fiance a lot.

Shaking fist at Columbus day!

Edited October 12, 2008 by Gemmie

[Chris & Mara 0]

I know that feeling Gemmie, I have come to dislike the happy, hand holding, cuddly random couple I see when I go anywhere, they just make me miss Chris more lol.

I am only suggesting that she doesn't meantion it unless they ask because i dont think that on a first ever visit there they are going to be too rough through boarder.

If i was going there i would specially say "visiting my fiance" because the last couple times i have been through I was "visiting my boyfriend" its on their system, I'm not going to lie.

However in the end it's up to her, she knows what her options are, and it will come down to how she feels is the best way to handle it on the day.

I wish you both luck, I wish I had the guts to give it ago whilst this whole thing is happening, I would be on the next plane over if i was half as brave on the fact that I wouldn't get denied lol.

[Gemmie 142]

Yeah.. I know exactly what you mean. The worst time I've ever experienced this was when I had just said goodbye to him for another 4-5 months or something. And when I was sitting on the plane waiting for it to take off, I had a young COUPLE sitting next to me, giving each other little kisses and sleeping on each other's shoulders. I had to try very hard to avoid looking as it made me so upset!

I doubt the immigration border would ask things about boyfriends/girlfriends or marriage unless the person tells them, and I agree with you that seeing as it's the first time, it should be OK. Wouldn't it be great if we knew what exactly was in their system and if they could make "notes" on our file?

Oh I'm not brave at all. I'm just taking a huge risk with everything I have (I don't really have the money to spend on a flight again) in the hope of visiting the US one last time before next July. I'm so afraid of being denied entry but we're hoping it will be OK with lots of evidence and honesty.

By the way, happy first anniversary of meeting Chris!!

[colinjess 0]

Hey you guys are starting to worry me now! talking of all this denial at POE!!!

Im going nov 18th till jan 12th hopfully to spend time with my gf and her family for thanks giving and christmas! also it gives us a little more time living together!

The only evidence i have is my mobile phone bill, a letter from my gf nanny inviting me to spend christmas with her at her house! and thanks giving at her sisters farm in west texas! so the thing is i will be staying at 3 addresses should i let POE know about these 3 addresses or just have a written out plan of my travels! because after our visit to West texas i will be staying at my gf! i may also have to leave my job so a letter from them is a no GO!!

What address should i put down! on the form on the plane!!??

i will also be traveling back with my gf after she visits me in UK so she will be with me at POE and it will be devistating to be denied!

anyone got any ideas!

when i go through i figured i will say visiting my gf and her family for festive period! i want to say gf as i think it will not raise as much suspicion!

[HappyDancer 7]

I AM BACK everybody!!! YAY!!! I have missed all of you.

I have been a little sad last Friday, so I decided to hybernate a bit. I am feeling better though. heheheheh

Thank you all guys for being there for me. I am going to this CFO seminar tomorrow at about 7am my time. That means I won't be here long for today. Yesterday, I checked out some sites on the net about hair and makeup. How much do you think makeup artists charge for weddings?

[Bulgarican 0]

Happy Dancer, we missed you too dear, dont be sad, things will be alright very soon for you, take that sadness away and enjoy life we are women and we are strong ok

Hug you friendly, Dani

shefellfromheaven<<<<<<<<<< how are you guys? everything is fine with you? come on be more active here we need some more people

Edited October 12, 2008 by dani&chris

[HappyDancer 7]

what time is it there Dani? I am currently viewing headdresses and veils that would be a good compliment for my gown. Have had 2 cups of coffee too. I am better now. I am bored and I ran out of things to do. LOL

[Bulgarican 0]

17.43 i'm looking for stuff on the internet too lol to waste time

when you plan to do the wedding? am i invited i'm kiding

[Bulgarican 0]

have you seen this?

http://www.bridalonlinestore.com/

[HappyDancer 7]

if you are in the states around the time for the wedding, I would love for you to be there. we're lookling at end of April or early May. Thankll you for that link Dani. I love you girl!

[Gemmie 142]

Colin, don't panic.

If I remember correctly, you haven't visited her too often and it's been a good few months too. The worry is for the retards like myself who attempt POE every other month. You should be fine with her granny's letter of invitation, does it state how long she plans for you to stay? What about the other letters? Cause remember they're only looking for something that says you will be leaving when you say you will, you'll have a return ticket and the letters. If you're really worried, you could get something from your family too. Bring anything ongoing that you pay too.

On the form, I would suggest putting the address you will be at for the most time. I really doubt the officers will ask you if you're staying anywhere else unless you tell them your plans. You should be fine by saying you're going to visit your fiancee/'s family for the holidays and then returning home on January 12th. You could say she's your girlfriend but be prepared that they sometimes ask if you're getting married, and you don't want to lie to the officers. That's why I always say fiance. I'd feel as though I were lying if I said boyfriend, especially because I might have the NOA1 with me from the fiance visa! I would be toast if they found out I lied.

But of course it's your decision, it's down to your past experiences through POE and what you feel comfortable with saying.

HD - My best friend is a make-up artist, you've just made me realise I could ask her to do my make-up! She mostly does theatrical make-up though. I'm sure you could fine a cheap one in the area... or just spend some time practising on yourself! I'm glad you're feeling better. Remember that we're here for you whenever you want to express your feelings.

[HappyDancer 7]

Gemmie- awwww.... thank you very much. That's really sweet of you. I am thinking about takling cosmetology classes here to kinda give me an idea of how to go about my hair and makeup. I used to be the makeup artist back in my theater days in high school and college - but for some reasons, I am no good when it comes to myself. you know what I mean? lucky you for having a friend like her. that would save you a lotta money.