September 2009 K-1 Visa Filers

[Maggie_Kenyth 1]

yeah my friend at work is going to check on them and overnight it to the hotel. Kenyth is also doing another package tomorrow and over nighting it to me as well at the hotel.

I don't like the news about the visa Kayla...

I hope he receives it soon.

[brightskte 18]

Okay good! At least you've got a way to get it in time.

I know that some of the Canadian VJers have had to wait like 2 weeks for their visa to finally arrive, but I was hoping we wouldn't be one of those couples. I should just be thankful that we're approved but the CO said that the visa would be mailed Wednesday and it should arrive Friday or Monday. Today is Tuesday. I just wonder if DOS ALWAYS gets a hit on everything that goes on, or if it's like the USCIS online website, and sometimes misses updates.

[Ney 0]

Hi Ney, thingsare happening so fast. I'm happy for you and your family that she's out of AP and will soon be here.

About the EAD, they just want more of our money and they want it fast because why couldn't they just give a temporary EAD, valid for 90 days? Ugh, whatever me and my wishful thinking.

Time flies when you're going nuts!

Me and my son got him moved into his new place. We had to do it alone because the condo was not ready in time, my hubby is out of town on business now, my son-in-law is working long hours, and my daughter is taking care of two babies. Eric won't get the washer, dryer, and some other really big things until Najmeh is here because I ran out of muscle. Between his move, my daughters paint job, and getting everything arranged for the wedding, I'm so sore I'm not sure if I can get my own home in order before company comes in. Can we say Ney is NO spring chicken anymore!!!

yeah my friend at work is going to check on them and overnight it to the hotel. Kenyth is also doing another package tomorrow and over nighting it to me as well at the hotel.

I don't like the news about the visa Kayla...

I hope he receives it soon.

I'm sorry Maggie, I was really hoping it would show up today. I am glad you have someone who can help.

GOOD LUCK!!! Looking forward to your good news!

Okay good! At least you've got a way to get it in time.

I know that some of the Canadian VJers have had to wait like 2 weeks for their visa to finally arrive, but I was hoping we wouldn't be one of those couples. I should just be thankful that we're approved but the CO said that the visa would be mailed Wednesday and it should arrive Friday or Monday. Today is Tuesday. I just wonder if DOS ALWAYS gets a hit on everything that goes on, or if it's like the USCIS online website, and sometimes misses updates.

I wish I had an answer for you. Keep on them!

[Maggie_Kenyth 1]

thanks.. im trying to remain positive.. lol. I hate flying.. so I can't wait for this trip to be over with.. and stay on the ground at all times.

Ney.. I hope you take some time to yourself and get a massage and relax for a bit..even if its at home ..secluded - except maybe get the hubby to massage you

You deserve some "me" time after this!

[kjenkins86 5]

I'm sorry Maggie that you didn't get the mail, hope you get it before the interview.

Kayla give it until tomorrow morning then you call back. When I called DOS about Glenoi's visa they told me it was issued, that was 8am tuesday morning and dhl didn't have information about it until 7pm that evening.

Ney you deserve a nice massage after all these events!

I went to see a pastor yesterday, will elaborate more later.

[brightskte 18]

I'll call DOS here in a bit. It's just more annoying than anything. He isn't moving until May 14th, but I'd like for him to have his visa.

I'm going to go meet with my florist today. Yay!!!

[kjenkins86 5]

May 14, so that's a month & a half from now, not bad. Let us know how the meeting with the florist goes.

So I'm sure I told you guys I'm not too sure if I'd have the wedding in a church or not, since the appt to apply for the license was May 6!

However I met with a pastor yesterday about pre'marital counseling and he made an exception for me after I explained my situation AND he called the mayor to get me a sooner appt!!!

So we did 1 session yesterday and I just have to fax him our NOA2 (for proof that we DID file for k-1) to start the other sessions.

So happy about it all because I really didn't want to marry at city hall, plus I love my dress!!

[brightskte 18]

I'm so excited for you Krystle!

I was cleaning out my bag just a minute ago and I noticed that the gift card holder for the gift certificate his job gave him to Baton Rouge was in my bag. I opened it and Mathew wrote in that it's from him to me and the amount is all of his love.

He's so sweet. :wub: :wub: :luv: :luv:

For some weird reason DOS is closed today.

Edited March 31, 2010 by Kayla*Mathew

[brightskte 18]

Oh my goodness DOS just scared the life out of me!!!

I called again, and I didn't get the message that they were closed and when the lady answered the phone the first time she told me she couldn't find our case and then transferred me to NVC before I could get a word out. So I hung up and called back.

The second lady got my case number and then she says "eww...are you sitting down?". My heart fell and I said yes. She then says "Well it looks like, and I'm sorry to say, that the visa has been printed!". I thought I was going to die!!! She was very friendly and nice and I thought it was so funny afterwards. She said the visa had been printed a few days ago and he should receive it soon.

So now I'm happy!

[paciencia y fe 2]

May 14, so that's a month & a half from now, not bad. Let us know how the meeting with the florist goes.

So I'm sure I told you guys I'm not too sure if I'd have the wedding in a church or not, since the appt to apply for the license was May 6!

However I met with a pastor yesterday about pre'marital counseling and he made an exception for me after I explained my situation AND he called the mayor to get me a sooner appt!!!

So we did 1 session yesterday and I just have to fax him our NOA2 (for proof that we DID file for k-1) to start the other sessions.

So happy about it all because I really didn't want to marry at city hall, plus I love my dress!!

krystle, that's great news!!

maggie, i think you are leaving today? have a safe trip and good luck with the medical tomorrow!

as for me, i've only got to sleep two more nights without my honey. i cannot WAIT until friday night!!

[Ney 0]

as for me, i've only got to sleep two more nights without my honey. i cannot WAIT until friday night!!

Oh Wow, that is wonderful!!! I know you are sooo happy. Well, I guess you will be disappearing for awhile soon.

Najmeh will be here but she will be in DC.

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Thanks Maggie!!! I'm going to put hubby to work as soon as he gets home!

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Krystal, that sounds great. It will be beautiful and wonderful memories for you to have wedding photos. Me and hubby married via JP and we have no pictures only mental memories, and throughout the years my kids have asked about pictures of our wedding. All we have is our marriage certificate. Back when me and hubby got married digital pictures didn't exist, there were no cell phone cameras, and regular cameras were expensive not to mention developing the film. When my daughter decided to marry she they said JP I said NO, so they had a simple yet beautiful wedding with plenty of pics. Then my son said JP I said NO, I told him Najmeh had already shared gowns that she loved, so agian simple yet beautiful. I read something recently that said something to the effect of... A typical wedding costs 20,000 (RIDICULAS) you can have a beautiful, elegant wedding for a very reasonable price if you shop around. If's not being cheap, it's called being smart.

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Kayla, I imagine after the fact it was funny but good god. I hope he gets it soon.

[brightskte 18]

My meeting with the florist went awesome. I just love this guy and he did the flowers for one of the girls I work with, which were GORGEOUS. He took notes on everything that I said and promised to give me updates on what he finds so I can okay it. And best of all, he works wonders with what you tell him you'll spend. I told him my budget is $400, so we'll see what wonders he comes up with.

I'm getting so excited for the wedding. Everything is falling right into place.

Now I just have to get RSVP cards for my invitations and send them out.

[kjenkins86 5]

I'm so excited for you Krystle!

I was cleaning out my bag just a minute ago and I noticed that the gift card holder for the gift certificate his job gave him to Baton Rouge was in my bag. I opened it and Mathew wrote in that it's from him to me and the amount is all of his love.

He's so sweet. :wub: :wub: :luv: :luv:

For some weird reason DOS is closed today.

Awwww...

Oh my goodness DOS just scared the life out of me!!!

I called again, and I didn't get the message that they were closed and when the lady answered the phone the first time she told me she couldn't find our case and then transferred me to NVC before I could get a word out. So I hung up and called back.

The second lady got my case number and then she says "eww...are you sitting down?". My heart fell and I said yes. She then says "Well it looks like, and I'm sorry to say, that the visa has been printed!". I thought I was going to die!!! She was very friendly and nice and I thought it was so funny afterwards. She said the visa had been printed a few days ago and he should receive it soon.

So now I'm happy!

Oh wow, for a minute there I froze but relieved to see it wasn't bad news.

krystle, that's great news!!

maggie, i think you are leaving today? have a safe trip and good luck with the medical tomorrow!

as for me, i've only got to sleep two more nights without my honey. i cannot WAIT until friday night!!

Wowthat's awesome that he's finally coming!

[kjenkins86 5]

Oh Wow, that is wonderful!!! I know you are sooo happy. Well, I guess you will be disappearing for awhile soon.

Najmeh will be here but she will be in DC.

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Thanks Maggie!!! I'm going to put hubby to work as soon as he gets home!

==

Krystal, that sounds great. It will be beautiful and wonderful memories for you to have wedding photos. Me and hubby married via JP and we have no pictures only mental memories, and throughout the years my kids have asked about pictures of our wedding. All we have is our marriage certificate. Back when me and hubby got married digital pictures didn't exist, there were no cell phone cameras, and regular cameras were expensive not to mention developing the film. When my daughter decided to marry she they said JP I said NO, so they had a simple yet beautiful wedding with plenty of pics. Then my son said JP I said NO, I told him Najmeh had already shared gowns that she loved, so agian simple yet beautiful. I read something recently that said something to the effect of... A typical wedding costs 20,000 (RIDICULAS) you can have a beautiful, elegant wedding for a very reasonable price if you shop around. If's not being cheap, it's called being smart.

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Kayla, I imagine after the fact it was funny but good god. I hope he gets it soon.

I'm with you on that Ney, hate the JP thing... And yes you're right that is ridiculous and I AM shopping smart, going to ebay right now!

[kjenkins86 5]

My meeting with the florist went awesome. I just love this guy and he did the flowers for one of the girls I work with, which were GORGEOUS. He took notes on everything that I said and promised to give me updates on what he finds so I can okay it. And best of all, he works wonders with what you tell him you'll spend. I told him my budget is $400, so we'll see what wonders he comes up with.

I'm getting so excited for the wedding. Everything is falling right into place.

Now I just have to get RSVP cards for my invitations and send them out.

Wow Kayla that's a great price!

Speaking of which, I know you have creative ideas, how can I make my own bouquet for the ceremony? I mean I'll buy the flowers but how do I make it all pretty to walk down the aisle with??