an overdue update

[CraigCam 0]

We received our NOA1 in April and prepared ourselves for the long wait for NOA2. I was planning to wait to return to VN for Hieu's interview, but after five months of being apart I couldn't take it any longer and bought a ticket for the end of July. Hieu's birthday is July 31st and with the help of her friends I was able to surprise her by showing up at her party with a birthday cake and an engagement ring. We had planned on shopping for a ring together once she arrived in LA, but I decided it was a good excuse to go see her. If anyone is interested, I have pics of this lastest trip posted at the link below along with the pics from my first visit(there is a third album of pics that Hieu posted of her company trip for her friends to see).

We expected a six month wait but were surprised when we received our NOA2 in August. By the way, no 'touches', straight from 'pending' to 'approved'. Since then things seem to be moving on schedule. You can view our timeline for specifics. I sent the last of my share of the evidence to Hieu earlier this week. She should receive the package next week. Her medical exam is also next week. We already have a long list of questions prepared and have started practicing for the interview.

We have been pleasantly surprised by our experience so far with the Consulate in HCMC. They have been handling our case with greater efficiency than expected. All of my emails have been answered in a courteous and timely manner with helpful responses. If anyone has any questions, I'm happy to share any info I can.

[Bob-KhaHan 1]

I hope the interview goes well and I look forward to hearing how it went.

[patricks 0]

Hey Craig,

Nice photos, they bring back a lot of memories......

P

[hniHnitsuJ 8]

Nice pictures, thank you for sharing with us, and good luck both for you interview.

p.s. on the picture, I was wondering where did you took that pictures? It looks beautiful.

[CraigCam 0]

Nice pictures, thank you for sharing with us, and good luck both for you interview.

p.s. on the picture, I was wondering where did you took that pictures? It looks beautiful.

Thx, most of the pics are from around HCMC. The coastal pics in the second album are from Vung Tau, a resort town a couple hours boat ride from HCMC. I recommend it for a romantic get away but go during the week. We went on a weekend and didn't know that the return boat trips sell out early. We had to take a bus back to HCMC, not fun.