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Your quality of life in America

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Your quality of life in America  

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  1. 1. Is it better than what you left behind?

    • Yes, much better
      23
    • Somewhat better
      24
    • About the same
      25
    • Slightly worse
      16
    • Significantly worse
      12

  2. 2. If it is better, what makes it so?

    • It is not better
      34
    • It is cheaper to live here
      13
    • More job opportunities
      14
    • Standard of living is higher
      23
    • Other - please specify
      16

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pax Proficient

pax   0

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Me too!

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canadalaura Collaborator

canadalaura   0

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I never said I disliked life in the USA. I dislike life in a small town yes, but I would hate living in a small town in Canada too.

Oh, and it's COMPARE.

AOS

August 30, 2005 - AOS, , AP applications mailed to Chicago Lockbox

September 9, 2005 - NOA's for AOS, AP, (dated Sept. 1)

November 28, 2005 - AOS biometrics - refused EAD biometrics at the same time

December 5, 2005 - AP approved

December 7, 2005 - Infopass appointment for interim EAD

December 12, 2005 - Received EAD card

December 13, 2005 - Received AP

June 14, 2005 - Case Status Inquiry/Tracer

June 19, 2005 - Letter sent to congressman

AOS INTERVIEW SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 8, 2006

AOS approved - August 8th, 2006 - hooray - done with USCIS for now!

GREENCARD RECEIVED - August 18, 2006

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canadalaura   0

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Oh, I did. I just couldn't let it be.

AOS

August 30, 2005 - AOS, , AP applications mailed to Chicago Lockbox

September 9, 2005 - NOA's for AOS, AP, (dated Sept. 1)

November 28, 2005 - AOS biometrics - refused EAD biometrics at the same time

December 5, 2005 - AP approved

December 7, 2005 - Infopass appointment for interim EAD

December 12, 2005 - Received EAD card

December 13, 2005 - Received AP

June 14, 2005 - Case Status Inquiry/Tracer

June 19, 2005 - Letter sent to congressman

AOS INTERVIEW SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 8, 2006

AOS approved - August 8th, 2006 - hooray - done with USCIS for now!

GREENCARD RECEIVED - August 18, 2006

meauxna Mentor

meauxna   15

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my husband is from Pakistan. I dont think he will have any problems adjusting here.

Shon, I don't doubt that for a second :)

Because she'll kick his azz if he does? :lol:

Now That You Are A Permanent Resident

How Do I Remove The Conditions On Permanent Residence Based On Marriage?

Welcome to the United States: A Guide For New Immigrants

Yes, even this last one.. stuff in there that not even your USC knows.....

Here are more links that I love:

Arriving in America, The POE Drill

Dual Citizenship FAQ

Other Fora I Post To:

alt.visa.us.marriage-based http://britishexpats.com/ and www.***removed***.com

censored link = *family based immigration* website

Inertia. Is that the Greek god of 'can't be bothered'?

Met, married, immigrated, naturalized.

I-130 filed Aug02

USC Jul06

No Deje Piedras Sobre El Pavimento!

Marilyn. Grand Master

Marilyn.   340

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yes, most of us were not forced to move to the United States, we made the decision to move here but it is a big decision to make... one that isn't made lightly.....

The USC's could have decided to move to thier SO's country too and if they had there probably would be complaints about the SO's country too....

We give up alot when we move to another country.... family, friends etc... it is a big adjustment to make no matter who you are or where you are from....

You as the USC get to keep your lifestyle and normal way of life with the added bonus of having your SO with you.... us aliens have to adjust to a different lifestyle etc... We do love the fact that we can be with our SO's but that doesn't mean that we can't be unhappy about other things....

I feel a little isolated here.... I spend all week by myself.... it gets kind of lonely... I don't have a car and the freedom that brings with it....

back home I had my own car and I could come and go when I wanted....

I love being with my hubby though, I wouldn't have it any other way :D ... well, I do wish I could at least move closer to Canada... so I could go for a visit more often....

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canadalaura   0

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I just don't see why someone would get personally offended by people stating FACTS. It is a FACT for many that their standard of living is lower here. It is not an attack on the US per se. I have also lived in other countries. It would be a fact to say that my standard of living was best in Japan. That doesn't mean that Japan is the best country I have ever lived in, merely just that I made a lot of money there.

AOS

August 30, 2005 - AOS, , AP applications mailed to Chicago Lockbox

September 9, 2005 - NOA's for AOS, AP, (dated Sept. 1)

November 28, 2005 - AOS biometrics - refused EAD biometrics at the same time

December 5, 2005 - AP approved

December 7, 2005 - Infopass appointment for interim EAD

December 12, 2005 - Received EAD card

December 13, 2005 - Received AP

June 14, 2005 - Case Status Inquiry/Tracer

June 19, 2005 - Letter sent to congressman

AOS INTERVIEW SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 8, 2006

AOS approved - August 8th, 2006 - hooray - done with USCIS for now!

GREENCARD RECEIVED - August 18, 2006

w¡n9Nµ7 §£@¥€r Grand Master

w¡n9Nµ7 §£@¥€r   123

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You as the USC get to keep your lifestyle and normal way of life with the added bonus of having your SO with you....

Not quite. I'm no longer allowed to pee on the bathroom wall. I'm no longer allowed to get Chinese delivery every other day. I'm no longer allowed to leave my boxers lying on the floor :(

I feel a little isolated here.... I spend all week by myself.... it gets kind of lonely... I don't have a car and the freedom that brings with it....

My wife says the same thing. I took her car shopping few days ago and she's uncomfortable with the prices being too high. Showed her a cheap POS and she doesn't like that either. The next few weeks are gonna be fun :)

Man is made by his belief. As he believes, so he is.

canadalaura Collaborator

canadalaura   0

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I'm still waiting for my whupass by the way.

AOS

August 30, 2005 - AOS, , AP applications mailed to Chicago Lockbox

September 9, 2005 - NOA's for AOS, AP, (dated Sept. 1)

November 28, 2005 - AOS biometrics - refused EAD biometrics at the same time

December 5, 2005 - AP approved

December 7, 2005 - Infopass appointment for interim EAD

December 12, 2005 - Received EAD card

December 13, 2005 - Received AP

June 14, 2005 - Case Status Inquiry/Tracer

June 19, 2005 - Letter sent to congressman

AOS INTERVIEW SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 8, 2006

AOS approved - August 8th, 2006 - hooray - done with USCIS for now!

GREENCARD RECEIVED - August 18, 2006

Marilyn. Grand Master

Marilyn.   340

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You as the USC get to keep your lifestyle and normal way of life with the added bonus of having your SO with you....

Not quite. I'm no longer allowed to pee on the bathroom wall. I'm no longer allowed to get Chinese delivery every other day. I'm no longer allowed to leave my boxers lying on the floor :(

but now you have a nice clean place to live in and probably yummy homemade food :whistle:

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Sister Fracas   5

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I'm no longer allowed to leave my boxers lying on the floor :(

dang, I bow down to your wife....how did she train you to get them the freak off the floor????????? What's her email address??????????????????????

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raphael7546 Community Regular

raphael7546   0

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I just don't see why someone would get personally offended by people stating FACTS. It is a FACT for many that their standard of living is lower here. It is not an attack on the US per se. I have also lived in other countries. It would be a fact to say that my standard of living was best in Japan. That doesn't mean that Japan is the best country I have ever lived in, merely just that I made a lot of money there.

My point EXACTLY !! :yes:

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August 4th.2005 Our Wedding

Sept. 19th Sent AOS

Sept 28th recieved NOA for AOS

Nov.05/05 recieved Biometrics letter

Nov.17th Biometrics Appt.

Nov. 22nd. AP Approved

Nov. 25th/05 recieved EAD card

Nov.30th. recieved AP Papers in mail

Dec. 08th/05 Recieved Snail mail letter for AOS Interview Feb 15th 7:40 AM.

Feb. 15th. /06 AOS Interview SUCCESS !!!! no more to deal with for another 2 yrs!

Feb. 27th./06 Recieved Greencard in the mail

August 4th/06 Our First Wedding Anniversary !!

Feb. 8th 08 Sent in Packet to remove conditions

Feb 23rd 08 Recieve NOA letter stating they are extending my Greencard for another year.

March 11th 08 biometrics appt.

May 29th 08 recieved email stating Card production ordered

June 7th 2008 10 yr card recieved.

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