April 2009 K-1 Filers

[Ken y Leidys 20]

Crying tears of joy -- We're only #52!!! (down from #202 back in May!)

Tears of joy....patiently waiting for that NOA2

[endoftheroad 1]

Crying tears of joy -- We're only #52!!! (down from #202 back in May!)

Keep checking the USCIS site by logging in. We got only one touch and that was the approval. Never got the email and they sent the letter to the wrong address (they are resending it now). So for 13 days I was despairing why the touch and nothing else... until I called. Crazy.

BTW, I have that painting in my hallway Reminds me that I have things to be thankful for and not to take things for granted. There's tearful beauty in all things.

[Ken y Leidys 20]

BTW, I have that painting in my hallway Reminds me that I have things to be thankful for and not to take things for granted. There's tearful beauty in all things.

Jealousy!! That painting is too cool. I wish I had one for my house. I have an autographed and framed Tito Puente 8x10" glossy, but no crying boy painting.

I never set up an account on the USCIS website since I kept hearing about people getting approvals w/o anything being posted to the USCIS website. I'll take care of it this week...

Edited August 2, 2009 by Ken y Leidys

[Jauque 1]

I never set up an account on the USCIS website since I kept hearing about people getting approvals w/o anything being posted to the USCIS website. I'll take care of it this week...

I've heard it go that way but I've also heard about people not receiving their NOA2's in the mail and only knowing that they should have because of the website.

One more sleep until I get to harass the NVC some more.

[endoftheroad 1]

BTW, I have that painting in my hallway. Reminds me that I have things to be thankful for and not to take things for granted. There's tearful beauty in all things.

Jealousy!! That painting is too cool. I wish I had one for my house. I have an autographed and framed Tito Puente 8x10" glossy, but no crying boy painting.

I never set up an account on the USCIS website since I kept hearing about people getting approvals w/o anything being posted to the USCIS website. I'll take care of it this week...

You have to set up the account to see when you get touched, it shows the latest date when you log in. Heck, you might have already been approved! It's simple, just give a username and password with your NOA1 receipt number.

I should say I have a REPRINT of the painting "Tears of Joy", not the real one. The artist's website is here:

http://carrieoneill.com/index.html

Hahaha, Puentes! I played a show where we were one of the opening groups for him. Our ex-drummer has worked his tours in the sound crew. Beautiful person and the music........... smoooooooooooooth!

Edited August 2, 2009 by endoftheroad

[ashenflowers 5]

Allie, definitely do a dance anyways if you want! Who says you can't! But you're right.. it's one less thing to worry about!

Attaya, all I can say is go for the dress in the style that YOU want. I almost got suckered (lol.. kinda) into getting this dress, which I didn't like as much. I DID love the beading design, but didn't like the style of the straps, and didn't like the straight/square neckline, didn't like the train, it was too heavy, too 'gowny' and traditional... etc. So I was actually super upset with myself for having let myself be sold on that one, just because my friend loved it, and the sales lady (pfft), also liked it. It's not a BAD dress, but it's just not me, and didn't suit our wedding's style. (clearly it's too tight around the mid-section.. lol but that would have been altered.. but it doesn't matter cause I'm not wearing this one!)

INSTEAD.... we went back shopping again and here's the dress I'm ACTUALLY going to wear. I liked it a lot better than that other one. There were actually other dresses that I liked more, but they were either out of my range, or on the sales rack and not my size So that was disappointing, but I'm happy with my choice now!

I'm holding it in front of me, so it hangs a little better to give you an idea (was too small, so a little bunchy at the hips. lol). It will obviously have a better shape to it along the sides, and won't hang so boxy, once it's laced up and fitted and all that, but you can kinda see the basic idea. It's chiffon, has the cute lacey back, and beading on the back as well, and some sequins on the front of that part that kinda droops along the angle there. No train, very light and comfy, and comes with a little sash/shawl/scarf thing. I don't like the beading design as much, but I can deal. lol I'm picky, but my size and budget don't fit picky... hahah On the plus side, I have a gold locket that my aunt gave me that I was hoping to wear, and I think it will go with this dress a little better. I'll get a better picture once my actual dress in my size comes in and what not. These ones I had to sneak quickly in the dressing room... hahah

Both dresses are ivory. Not sure if the lighting has it.

Anyway.. for the guys, a monster truck wedding cake:

Edited August 2, 2009 by ashenflowers

[endoftheroad 1]

... It's chiffon, has the cute lacey back, and beading on the back as well, and some sequins on the front of that part that kinda droops along the angle there. No train, very light and comfy, and comes with a little sash/shawl/scarf thing. ... Anyway.. for the guys, a monster truck wedding cake:

Ooooooooo I love the chiffon dress, so cuddly. The truck cake is hilarious!

[attaya_girl 1]

ashenflowers---it's beautiful!!!!

[Rhiannercakes 14]

I love how the fabric looks like it's gathering on the side at the hips, it's really pretty.

[attaya_girl 1]

I'm happily clearing out half (well, a little less than half) of my closet and drawer space for Lamine. I know it's a little premature, but I'm seriously aiming for him to be here mid-September. Crossing my fingers, at least.

0h-and ashenflowers-I really like the beadwork on your dress as well

Edited August 2, 2009 by attaya_girl

[minnew 4]

Love the dress Ashenflowers!! My dress at the hips looks like yours!

The more expensive version of my dress by DaVinci Style 8350(I bought it at DB): http://www.davincibridal.com/catalog.php?c...=30&page=28

Edited August 2, 2009 by minnew

[endoftheroad 1]

... I'm seriously aiming for him to be here mid-September...

I'm hoping my girls are here for Thanksgiving!

Edited August 2, 2009 by endoftheroad

[Emily and Gareth 0]

you know, i thought about a song however, when i heard Halo by Beonce, I totally loved it and thought it appropriate, i think about him every time i hear it...well you guys can laugh all u want! However, vegas weddings never have dances sooo...i dont have to worry..still waaaating....grrrrrrrrrrrr!

So you are going for a Vegas wedding?? Any idea where?

We are hoping to have the wedding in Vegas around Christmas time so both of our families can make it there. I anticipate getting approved late sept/early oct so its going to be tough waiting it out till December with my visa in hand!

My fiance was talking to someone today who said the Artisan Hotel was a good place. They got married in the garden there last month. My fiances parents were at the wedding and said it was very nice

Heres the link - http://www.theartisanhotel.com/weddings.php

If anyone has any experience of weddings in Vegas or any links to anything that looks good. Let me know!

EDIT : Ummm....Just to add a piece....Did a search of the Artisan hotel on tripadvisor....It doesent get a good review at all.....

Edited August 2, 2009 by Emily and Gareth

[endoftheroad 1]

... any links to anything that looks good. Let me know!

Did you check out http://www.vegas.com/weddings/

[Emily and Gareth 0]

... any links to anything that looks good. Let me know!

Did you check out http://www.vegas.com/weddings/

Yes we have looked there but that site is bit too vague. Was looking for something a bit more specific. Thanks though.

We have looked at many different options but I think there must be a few hidden gems.

Another one we have looked at - http://www.chapelintheclouds.com/ Seems cool

Edited August 2, 2009 by Emily and Gareth