Worried

[G&D 51]

I'm beginning to worry! I came here a couple of months ago to learn about the K1 process. I have definitely learned a lot...but I'm wondering who to listen too. It seems the way the site is set up, the more "advice" you give the more hearts you get under your name. I thought that meant you were more "knowledgeable" in the process or at least had gone through some practical steps which meant you had personal "experience" and knew what you were talking about. But, and maybe it's just me, I am beginning to realize that those that do the most "talking" are those who do the least amount of useful advising. Yet they get the most "Orange Hearts". Some of these "Orange Heart" award winners are actually advising people on what to do during AOS, Interviews, ROC, etc., when they are actually still trying to get a visa approved. Seems illogical and dangerous to listen to these friendly advisers. Wonder if the moderators ever thought of reviewing answers and awarding "Hearts" based on good advise and practical experience? I've also noticed that those with the most hearts seem to be the ones that bicker among themselves the most??? Well, as I said, I have gained much knowledge here and will continue to "glean" from those who seem to know what they are talking about, esp. if they can relate their answers to their practical experience. Thanks for the help everyone...keep those post coming...may he with the most hearts get their 10yr green card first

Am I Gonna Get Flamed for This????

That should be Hearts in the title...sorry

Edited September 15, 2011 by G&D

[G&D 51]

Oh...and I do apologize about the topic...that s/b Blue boxes and HEARTS

WOW..i got a blue box

Edited September 15, 2011 by G&D

[NigeriaorBust 4,087]

Some of the high score people get there by playing games on the board and never helped anyone.

[Andie 147]

People will constantly remind you to read the guides - the answer lies in the guides. If you do that you can't really go too far wrong. Having said that, every case is different and no one can guarantee the outcome of your case specifically - there are so many variables. They can only draw on their own experience and what they have learned along the way. It's pretty much up to you what you decide to accept or reject, so the more you read, the better. Good luck with your petition.

[Hell0W0rld 10]

If you have questions then feel free to ask, we will try to advice the best we can. We are not lawyers or professionals and everybody is in a different situation. If you don't "trust" the advices then don't waste your time here. There are plenty of lawyers you can retain to help you. Like the previous poster said, read the guides and instructions. This is a very difficult processs. The more you know and understand, the better... Don't just rely on people to help you.

[B_J 2,752]

I understand what you are talking about. I've noticed a few (very few) people on here who give a lot of advice that isn't correct. But usually someone else will come along and give the correct advice. But there is another feature besides the boxes and hearts. There is also the + symbol at the bottom of the posts. That will let you know how many others agree with that post. Many times the incorrect advice won't receive a + but the correct advice will. That can help you choose the advice to follow.

Also, if you post in the regional forums there are usually fewer people posting and it's easier to learn who gives the good advice and who doesn't.

Good luck on your journey.

I'm beginning to worry! I came here a couple of months ago to learn about the K1 process. I have definitely learned a lot...but I'm wondering who to listen too. It seems the way the site is set up, the more "advice" you give the more hearts you get under your name. I thought that meant you were more "knowledgeable" in the process or at least had gone through some practical steps which meant you had personal "experience" and knew what you were talking about. But, and maybe it's just me, I am beginning to realize that those that do the most "talking" are those who do the least amount of useful advising. Yet they get the most "Orange Hearts". Some of these "Orange Heart" award winners are actually advising people on what to do during AOS, Interviews, ROC, etc., when they are actually still trying to get a visa approved. Seems illogical and dangerous to listen to these friendly advisers. Wonder if the moderators ever thought of reviewing answers and awarding "Hearts" based on good advise and practical experience? I've also noticed that those with the most hearts seem to be the ones that bicker among themselves the most??? Well, as I said, I have gained much knowledge here and will continue to "glean" from those who seem to know what they are talking about, esp. if they can relate their answers to their practical experience. Thanks for the help everyone...keep those post coming...may he with the most hearts get their 10yr green card first

Am I Gonna Get Flamed for This????

That should be Hearts in the title...sorry

[I AM NOT THAT GUY 5,715]

The best advice comes from the USCIS, and the appropriate embassy/consulate. Read the instructions that come with the forms. Like has been said, you may eventually get the right answer here, but too often, only after you have a lot of wrong answers from well meaning, but ignorant posters.

As far as all them big hearts, and blue squares, see my siggie.

[misterbigtoe 45]

Oh...and I do apologize about the topic...that s/b Blue boxes and HEARTS

WOW..i got a blue box

The best course of action is to thoroughly study the guides and wiki. Thoroughly research the process on the official sites (USCIS, NVC and DOS/Consulate) and have a thorough understanding of the law, the steps and procedures involved. Next, if you have questions, use the search and if you find answers compare them with what you have learned from your own research. If you do not find the answer you are looking for, then post your question and again, compare the answers with what you have learned. VJ is a wonderful resource but nothing found on the forums can be assumed to be the best answer or advice.

No two immigration cases are identical and no two paths through the maze are the same so there is a wealth of collective experience here to be shared. There are those who give incorrect answers off the cuff out of ignorance, those who give answers correct in their own case and consulate but not yours and those who give great advice. It is ultimately your responsibility to determine the difference.

The process is long, so when you are bored and have nothing better to do, spend some time in the OT and P&R area and have fun as that is where the hearts are to be found.

[I AM NOT THAT GUY 5,715]

The best course of action is to thoroughly study the guides and wiki. Thoroughly research the process on the official sites (USCIS, NVC and DOS/Consulate) and have a thorough understanding of the law, the steps and procedures involved. Next, if you have questions, use the search and if you find answers compare them with what you have learned from your own research. If you do not find the answer you are looking for, then post your question and again, compare the answers with what you have learned. VJ is a wonderful resource but nothing found on the forums can be assumed to be the best answer or advice.

No two immigration cases are identical and no two paths through the maze are the same so there is a wealth of collective experience here to be shared. There are those who give incorrect answers off the cuff out of ignorance, those who give answers correct in their own case and consulate but not yours and those who give great advice. It is ultimately your responsibility to determine the difference.

The process is long, so when you are bored and have nothing better to do, spend some time in the OT and P&R area and have fun as that is where the hearts are to be found.

Good post.

[MyLittlePony 340]

I do want to help out but i forgot our visa process been so long now i have go back on my notes.

[Jimbo_in_GA 17]

I can think of one clown with lots of red hearts being a total jack wagon. most folks here are friendly and helpful, but there's one in every crowd. this site is a treasure trove of info, and also the instructions on the gov't websites and form instructions are very helpful. Because of all that I had all of our stuff RIGHT and breezed through the process!

[Theresa0828 65]

I'm beginning to worry! I came here a couple of months ago to learn about the K1 process. I have definitely learned a lot...but I'm wondering who to listen too. It seems the way the site is set up, the more "advice" you give the more hearts you get under your name. I thought that meant you were more "knowledgeable" in the process or at least had gone through some practical steps which meant you had personal "experience" and knew what you were talking about. But, and maybe it's just me, I am beginning to realize that those that do the most "talking" are those who do the least amount of useful advising. Yet they get the most "Orange Hearts". Some of these "Orange Heart" award winners are actually advising people on what to do during AOS, Interviews, ROC, etc., when they are actually still trying to get a visa approved. Seems illogical and dangerous to listen to these friendly advisers. Wonder if the moderators ever thought of reviewing answers and awarding "Hearts" based on good advise and practical experience? I've also noticed that those with the most hearts seem to be the ones that bicker among themselves the most??? Well, as I said, I have gained much knowledge here and will continue to "glean" from those who seem to know what they are talking about, esp. if they can relate their answers to their practical experience. Thanks for the help everyone...keep those post coming...may he with the most hearts get their 10yr green card first

Am I Gonna Get Flamed for This????

That should be Hearts in the title...sorry

This brought a smile on my face... I have been a member for a year and I did not know about the hearts... I don't usually give advice but if i do, it is based on my own experience and experiences of my friends...

[I AM NOT THAT GUY 5,715]

VisaJourney Member Ranks indicate how many posts a member has made on the website. The table below shows the amount of posts to reach each level. When you reach "Platinum Member" status you can change your member name to something other than the default. The number of "blue blocks" and "hearts" in a Member's profile simply correlates directly to their post count and Member Rank. It is not an indication of anything beyond this. This is no way indicates an expertise on any topic or issue with regards to the Forums. (sic)

http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/VisaJourney_Member_Ranks

ETA: It appears even the Wiki's are not beyond repute.

Edited September 15, 2011 by Crusty Old Perv

[MyLittlePony 340]

Use the government websites they are very helpful too.

[I AM NOT THAT GUY 5,715]

Use the government websites they are very helpful too.