OCTOBER FILERS

[mox 298]

I hope CSC gets out of June and July soon. Right now, it looks like they have only worked on a couple of August dates for petitions. Like the rest of us, however, I think February is a real possibility! After the holidays, shouldn't things pick up at every center?!

I think Feb for Oct filers is a very real possibility too. It all depends on how quickly they can get through the July filers. July is a *huge* month. If they can get through July, August and onwards will go fast.

[StillThePrettiest 3]

y'know, I bet they feel the same way... I think they're sick sick sick of July, and want to get on to the later months when they can knock whole weeks over in a single session

[applewow 0]

I think Feb for Oct filers is a very real possibility too. It all depends on how quickly they can get through the July filers. July is a *huge* month. If they can get through July, August and onwards will go fast.

I agree..

[stuartx13 3]

I hope so to but the only good thing about the wait is that it gives me time to save more cash for my trip there when she get her visa so we can fly back together.

[DongDong 0]

I hope so to but the only good thing about the wait is that it gives me time to save more cash for my trip there when she get her visa so we can fly back together.

I agree, I try creatively to think of things to do to sort of pass the time. One of them is preparation of a home she will like and of course as you said saving money. I had read that starting a saving account in both names is a good thing to have for our fiance' at the interview. It proves commitment, communication, planning, etc. Has anybody tried this and if so, how did you get their signatures or names on the account?

It also helps to know that we are moving when one of us gets a touch or an approval!

[mox 298]

I hope so to but the only good thing about the wait is that it gives me time to save more cash for my trip there when she get her visa so we can fly back together.

I agree, I try creatively to think of things to do to sort of pass the time. One of them is preparation of a home she will like and of course as you said saving money. I had read that starting a saving account in both names is a good thing to have for our fiance' at the interview. It proves commitment, communication, planning, etc. Has anybody tried this and if so, how did you get their signatures or names on the account?

It also helps to know that we are moving when one of us gets a touch or an approval!

Joint accounts are good to show an ongoing relationship at your AoS interview. For your consulate interview it's not necessary.

[Slightly Bonkers 0]

We actually have a list of the good things about this taking so long.

Sometimes you just need to be reminded of the silver linings.

More time for me to earn a strong euro wage before 3 odd months of no working

More time for me to spend with friends and family before emmigrating

More time for him to get his credit rating up before we try to buy a house

More time for him to play xbox without me nagging him to stop

More time to think of fun ideas for the wedding we're going to have to plan in 8 weeks

More time for both of us to get better at cooking since we won't be able to afford to eat out once I get there

If it gets delayed by the Japanese embassy, it'll push the wedding out of peak season, so flights will be cheaper for my family

Just gotta keep counting the blessings and if there aren't enough ... make em up!

[StillThePrettiest 3]

a very good approach

what does the Japanese embassy have to do with your petition?

[stuartx13 3]

''More time for him to play xbox without me nagging him to stop'' lol priceless

a very good approach

what does the Japanese embassy have to do with your petition?

I wounder that to then i look at her profile it explains it.

[Slightly Bonkers 0]

Good job detective stuart!

We lived in Japan for 18 months so I need a police report

The Japanese embassy won't let me request a police report until I have my interview letter in hand

And it takes up to 3 months

We're still working on trying to break them but just in case ....

Anyone else got good things about the USCIS-enforced long engagement?

[DongDong 0]

Good job detective stuart!

We lived in Japan for 18 months so I need a police report

The Japanese embassy won't let me request a police report until I have my interview letter in hand

And it takes up to 3 months

We're still working on trying to break them but just in case ....

Anyone else got good things about the USCIS-enforced long engagement?

This may seem a little odd, but every week I try to throw out something I have not touched for two years of more. It could be little or big.

Every time I buy something new for the home now, I buy in terms of "us". In my mind, it is a way of transitioning from the old to the new. I am not in a great rush and it becomes sort of a game of purposeful planning. I also find home life is less cluttered, simple and fun!

Another positive thing is I have a decent work out schedule. This passes time and lessens stress just a little. It has kept me fit and I have lost weight...so when I get married, will I gain weight back and be more happy instead?

[AngandKeeb 0]

I have started working out myself. I walk with some of my work friends. We all get to blow off steam from work (we're teachers) and I don't have to complain to my sweetie about every little bad thing that happened during the day, but i still usually end up telling him.

I just moved into our apartment a few months ago. We actually decorated it together. . well, via internet. . . the sad thing is that Keeb's side of the closet is virtually empty. . .

[stuartx13 3]

The Japanese embassy won't let me request a police report until I have my interview letter in hand

And it takes up to 3 months

They are one of the harder ones to get fast from what i here.We will need to get on from Taiwan to.

[Meridien 0]

Anyone else got good things about the USCIS-enforced long engagement?

Hmm, I guess it's positive that the timing should work out just right for a summer wedding... B)

[Semih_El 0]

Good job detective stuart!

We lived in Japan for 18 months so I need a police report

The Japanese embassy won't let me request a police report until I have my interview letter in hand

And it takes up to 3 months

We're still working on trying to break them but just in case ....

Anyone else got good things about the USCIS-enforced long engagement?

This may seem a little odd, but every week I try to throw out something I have not touched for two years of more. It could be little or big.

Every time I buy something new for the home now, I buy in terms of "us". In my mind, it is a way of transitioning from the old to the new. I am not in a great rush and it becomes sort of a game of purposeful planning. I also find home life is less cluttered, simple and fun!

Another positive thing is I have a decent work out schedule. This passes time and lessens stress just a little. It has kept me fit and I have lost weight...so when I get married, will I gain weight back and be more happy instead?

I have been doing the same thing while waiting it out through this grueling process. I even started a box for our new home. I also look at this as the start of my new life and I am preparing myself for our new life together as soon as he arrives.. The good thing is that I have donated so much stuff to the Salvation Army and I also feel that my house is less cluttered. Good for the mind as well!