February Support and Rant 2015

[Soloenta 2,218]

I agree, they are people, they have emotions, I wish that just for a second they could feel what we go through, maybe they would be a little more down to earth, and compassionate.

I don't think they could physically stand it, they would go insane from the anguish and despair.

[TwoChickies 105]

I think people aren't coming in because this has turned into a me thread and I don't mean it to be so, so very sorry about this.

This broke my heart to read! I'm so sorry you're having guilt on top of everything else. Please try not to! I think everyone knows this is a place to come to give and receive comfort. What you're going through is literally everyone's worst nightmare. I think everyone imagines it, no matter what country they're coming from. And we're all so sorry you're going through it. It doesn't quite feel right to complain when I'm not in that position, you know? But it doesn't mean I won't still come here for comfort when I need it.

We are almost at our 30 day mark, even though we don't have a scan date yet. Hoping for a confirmation email in the coming weeks.

[Labebesota188 57]

I checked the ceac and it says in transit what does that mean?

[Soloenta 2,218]

I checked the ceac and it says in transit what does that mean?

Congratulations your files are on their way to the Embassy.

[Sekhvaruli 74]

Hello, guys!

Me and my husband are filing our I-130 in June this year.

I wonder, if for this petition there is also a huge speed difference between Texas and California Service Centers for approvals?

I am in Maryland, btw.

[Soloenta 2,218]

This broke my heart to read! I'm so sorry you're having guilt on top of everything else. Please try not to! I think everyone knows this is a place to come to give and receive comfort. What you're going through is literally everyone's worst nightmare. I think everyone imagines it, no matter what country they're coming from. And we're all so sorry you're going through it. It doesn't quite feel right to complain when I'm not in that position, you know? But it doesn't mean I won't still come here for comfort when I need it.

We are almost at our 30 day mark, even though we don't have a scan date yet. Hoping for a confirmation email in the coming weeks.

Thank you my precious friend for your lovely words I'm grateful for you. I know I didn't even think of this I was so worried about AP and I think AP would have been so much better. And I feel really horrible that I have driven away people because one they don't know what to say or how to help me and others maybe don't want this bad luck rubbed off on them. I know it's true I've seen them posting on other threads and thats ok as long as they don't need this thread and I'm keeping them away.

Depending if this thread is still needed I'll repost it next month and if not then this is it. No reason to continue a thread just for me if you know what I mean.

You'll see the 60 days will be up in no time at all and you will finally be on your way and I feel in my hear you will do great because with a picture like yours so beautiful and full of love how can they not see what we all see. God bless you and your a truly wonderful person.

[Soloenta 2,218]

Hello, guys!

Me and my husband are filing our I-130 in June this year.

I wonder, if for this petition there is also a huge speed difference between Texas and California Service Centers for approvals?

I am in Maryland, btw.

Hello and welcome to the thread, Just curious why wait until June? If nothing has changed you are supposed to send the I-130 to the Chicago lock box then they determin where they send your files. Someone correct me please if I'm wrong or something has changed.

I know for a fact the California Service Center is the fastest by far with the Nebraska and Texas I think being the slowest and I mean slow I was stuck in Nebraska.

My great grandfather was from Maryland.

Edited February 24, 2015 by Soloenta

[mrs thb 331]

Hello, guys!

Me and my husband are filing our I-130 in June this year.

I wonder, if for this petition there is also a huge speed difference between Texas and California Service Centers for approvals?

I am in Maryland, btw.

when we started this process (see signature) there was no rhyme or reason where uscis was shipping files. one cannot ask for their file to be sent too. usually its geographically based but uscis has history of making change.

in our case, the petitioner was from reno but ours got sent to texas....and that was happening to a lot others. similarly cases from northeast were also going to texas. uscis adjudicates service centers as per need. they can also transfer your file whimsically based upon backlog. some people last year waited an additional 2 months because of transfers being rerouted while others were approved NOA2 status almost immediately after case transferred. it was a very bad situation.

its best you get that app in asap if you can, the average wait time isn't 100% guarantee; its just that: an average.

it's great that your reading up on all this stuff and getting handy tips.....looks good on you

best to front end that I-130 to risk rfe's.

best of luck!

[TwoChickies 105]

Thank you my precious friend for your lovely words I'm grateful for you. I know I didn't even think of this I was so worried about AP and I think AP would have been so much better. And I feel really horrible that I have driven away people because one they don't know what to say or how to help me and others maybe don't want this bad luck rubbed off on them. I know it's true I've seen them posting on other threads and thats ok as long as they don't need this thread and I'm keeping them away.

Depending if this thread is still needed I'll repost it next month and if not then this is it. No reason to continue a thread just for me if you know what I mean.

You'll see the 60 days will be up in no time at all and you will finally be on your way and I feel in my hear you will do great because with a picture like yours so beautiful and full of love how can they not see what we all see. God bless you and your a truly wonderful person.

Your sweet words nearly made me cry. You are so giving and loving, I don't understand how such a horrible thing is happening to you.

When you decide what kind of action you and your husband are going to take, of course I and everyone else here would understand not wanting to start this thread anymore. I'm sure someone else might want to start it. You created a wonderful space here for us. If you decide to reapply or even just want to talk about stuff, please don't hesitate to come back here. You created this thread for times exactly like this (and to celebrate good things with people you knew would understand each other). But don't feel pressured of course. You just have to take the time you need.

[DutchmansLady 216]

Soloenta, on 24 Feb 2015 - 05:50 AM, said:

Thank you my precious friend for your lovely words I'm grateful for you. I know I didn't even think of this I was so worried about AP and I think AP would have been so much better. And I feel really horrible that I have driven away people because one they don't know what to say or how to help me and others maybe don't want this bad luck rubbed off on them. I know it's true I've seen them posting on other threads and thats ok as long as they don't need this thread and I'm keeping them away.

Depending if this thread is still needed I'll repost it next month and if not then this is it. No reason to continue a thread just for me if you know what I mean.

Hey lady....we need YOU and the Rant Thread. I think that people are jut busy trying to make sure they have everything right for thier own interviews. From my perspective...I was devastated for you and also thought...ohhhhhhhhhhh %&$# if this can happen to our wonderful supportive Soloenta it can happen to me or any of us. I actually have a shingles outbreak and am not feeling well so that is my reason for not posting so much at the moment. The stress of immigration processes is so hard on everyone and I am not the best at handling it. My body is rebelling and I can just imagine how you are on the edge yourself.

Please dont stop posting and reaching out...you ARE this thread...we need you and you need us so HA!

((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

You have given us sooooooooooooooooooo much please stay and allow us the blessing of being able to support you too .

Edited February 24, 2015 by DutchmansLady

[Kels2487 96]

I don't post a lot here but I agree this thread needs to continue!!!!!

I will be honest, it does feel totally ungrateful and insensitive to rant about my 60 day wait when I see the struggles so many others face in this long immigration battle. I do like to read and pray for the families who are hurting, and chime in when I can. It helps pass the time to join others in the joys and in the pains.

Soloenta you are an angel for your concern for others during such a trying and difficult time. I think people will continue to encourage, rant, and complain on here but the shock of your news has us all feeling a little blue and we want to respect your thread. That is the most important thing at the current moment! In a few days we'll move on to March, and I hope you'll continue this forum

[ritbiv 95]

I totally agree with others. I was praying and hoping that our dear Soloenta's husband will get approved. But it seems the journey is still few steps longer. I was soo sad to post anything here or in other threads. I have known you (Soloenta) for just a month and also I know you only virtually but still I can feel your kindness and love and I feel like I know you personally.

It is very hard time for you and your husband but this will be over. You are in my prayers everyday. We will need this thread. You were there for us and it's time we stick with you through your trying times. Also others in the same situation will get courage and strength from this space.

We love you! Sorry for not posting for last few days. God bless you.

Edited February 24, 2015 by ritbiv

[Maharosa 251]

Soloenta, on 24 Feb 2015 - 05:50 AM, said:

Thank you my precious friend for your lovely words I'm grateful for you. I know I didn't even think of this I was so worried about AP and I think AP would have been so much better. And I feel really horrible that I have driven away people because one they don't know what to say or how to help me and others maybe don't want this bad luck rubbed off on them. I know it's true I've seen them posting on other threads and thats ok as long as they don't need this thread and I'm keeping them away.

Depending if this thread is still needed I'll repost it next month and if not then this is it. No reason to continue a thread just for me if you know what I mean.

Hey lady....we need YOU and the Rant Thread. I think that people are jut busy trying to make sure they have everything right for thier own interviews. From my perspective...I was devastated for you and also thought...ohhhhhhhhhhh %&$# if this can happen to our wonderful supportive Soloenta it can happen to me or any of us. I actually have a shingles outbreak and am not feeling well so that is my reason for not posting so much at the moment. The stress of immigration processes is so hard on everyone and I am not the best at handling it. My body is rebelling and I can just imagine how you are on the edge yourself.

Please dont stop posting and reaching out...you ARE this thread...we need you and you need us so HA!

((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

You have given us sooooooooooooooooooo much please stay and allow us the blessing of being able to support you too .

I wish I could like your post a million times, DutchmansLady!!!

Soloenta, sweetheart, please don't think you have driven everyone away. Everyone loves you so much, and you should know that! Look how many people came back to check in on you, some even months after they have completed this process. You have made a difference and have touched the hearts of so many people. You are truly a special kind of person, that despite your own heartbreaking setbacks, are still able to support and encourage others, not allowing what has happened to you make you bitter or resentful to those that pass through this nightmare of a process with little difficulties. I think many people are not sure what to say to you right now to comfort you. I think a lot of people's natural instinct is to express their sympathies, then allow you some space to process everything as no one wants to upset you more. I also think this thread has become quiet as of recently due to many people finally getting through the NVC process. I can't speak for everyone else, but I can say, that for me, what has happened to you has impacted me more than you would ever know. Having just received our case complete, I am beside myself with joy, yet at the same time, I can't help but feel wrong for it. How can I be happy and feel relief, when you, my sister, are suffering in such great anguish? This has left me with intangible melancholy.

While it may be quiet now, don't worry, I am sure it won't be long before a new group of frustrated spouses will arrive. Just know, there is no pressure for you to continue this thread if you don't feel up to it. I think we would all understand it you withdrew yourself for a while. To be honest, I am very surprised you are still here and up for this after what you have just been through. Yet another reason you are such an amazing woman! If only I had half of your strength and courage! I don't think I would be strong enough to continue to do what you do if I was in your situation. You are a true inspiration to others!

[lou-nic 36]

Thank you my precious friend for your lovely words I'm grateful for you. I know I didn't even think of this I was so worried about AP and I think AP would have been so much better. And I feel really horrible that I have driven away people because one they don't know what to say or how to help me and others maybe don't want this bad luck rubbed off on them. I know it's true I've seen them posting on other threads and thats ok as long as they don't need this thread and I'm keeping them away.

Depending if this thread is still needed I'll repost it next month and if not then this is it. No reason to continue a thread just for me if you know what I mean.

You'll see the 60 days will be up in no time at all and you will finally be on your way and I feel in my hear you will do great because with a picture like yours so beautiful and full of love how can they not see what we all see. God bless you and your a truly wonderful person.

Soloenta you by no means are keeping any one away from any thing. if they don't want to come here on to this thread because they don't know what to say or feel, then that is on them not you. I read this thread almost every day, I don't post often but I do read it. I love your strength your so strong and you can do this. I know its hard but your faith and love in God and your husband will get you thru.

[S. & A. 159]

Hey, Soloenta. I pretty much agree with what everyone here has already said - you're always in here cheering everyone up and I don't think right now anyone feels like they have anything to complain or rant about given what you're going through. Also, like someone already said, many of us who used to post on this thread have finally gotten through the NVC process and I think it's only normal that posts have died down quite a bit. I remember jcruz, mofatsd and I used to post in here alllll the time when we were getting close to our 60 days from scan date. Then after CC I guess a lot of people (including me) moved over to the interview thread. That is not your fault, and you're not driving people away.

Maybe we should propose a change of topic if that makes you feel better? You shouldn't feel like you can't come here with your problems, though. I'm sure someone must have complaints about NVC? I don't have a lot to rant about right now, but I gave my notice at work last Friday and this is my last week. Everything is a little overwhelming.

Edited February 24, 2015 by S. & A.