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GaryC   7

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To everyone on VJ. I owe all of you an explanation and an apology for what happened last week.

I have been a 2 pack a day smoker for over 30 years now and I was desperate to quit. I went to the doctor and asked him for help. He prescribed me a medicine called bupropion (Wellbutrin). I took one pill a day for a week and then I was told to increase the dosage to 2 pills a day for 2 weeks before I was supposed to quit. The thing the doctor didn't tell me about was the terrible side effects that were possible. This is from http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginf...er/a695033.html

you should know that your mental health may change in unexpected ways, especially at the beginning of your treatment and at any time your dose is increased or decreased. These changes may occur at any time if you have depression or other mental illness, whether or not you are taking sertraline or any other medication. You, your family, or your caregiver should call your doctor right away if you experience any of the following symptoms: new or worsening depression; thinking about harming or killing yourself, or planning or trying to do so; extreme worry; agitation; panic attacks; difficulty falling or staying asleep; irritability; aggressive behavior; acting without thinking; severe restlessness; and frenzied, abnormal excitement. Be sure that your family or caregiver knows which symptoms may be serious so they can call the doctor when you are unable to seek treatment on your own.

It seems that I was one of the unlucky ones that had all of those symptoms in bold. I had myself firmly convinced that Luz would never get her visa and the only hope I had was to move there. I really thought I was loosing my mind at one point. I really scared the hell out of me.

Not only that, I scared the hell out of Luz. At one point she even said that she does not know me anymore. That I wasn't the same Gary that she fell in love with. God bless her soul she still stuck with me. I will forever thank her for that. The symptoms that I described slowly subsided after 4 or 5 days and I finally came to my senses.

I know that she has been on here trying to cover for me. I am very sorry that she had to do that. I have asked her forgiveness and she has given it.

I want to ask all of my friends here for their forgiveness. I miss you all very much and I would like to come back to the VJ family. I want to assure all of you that everything is fine between Luz and I. Our visa is going to move ahead as planned. I even found out on the 12th that the NVC has sent her petition to Manila.

Can I come back?

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Aw! I'm glad you're okay. (F)

ETA: Welcome back :) I'm glad your visa app. is coming along. Won't be long now!

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7/27/2006: Arrival in NYC! -- I-94/EAD stamp in passport

8/08/2006: Applied for Social Security Card

8/18/2006: Social Security Card arrives

8/25/2006: WEDDING!

AOS...

9/11/2006: Appointment with Civil Surgeon for vaccination supplement

9/18/2006: Mailed AOS and renewal EAD applications to Chicago

10/2/2006: NOA1's for AOS and EAD applications

10/13/2006: Biometrics taken

10/14/2006: NOA -- case transferred to CSC

10/30/2006: AOS approved without interview, greencard will be sent! :)

11/04/2006: Greencard arrives in the mail! :-D

... No more USCIS for two whole years! ...

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So after all that did you quit smoking, glad your okay, those damn anti depressant drugs can really mess with ya!

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CAROL & MARC

MY HONEY'S PROFILE

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08-28-08 - Mailed I-751

08-30-08 - Delivered

09-01-08 - Touched

09-03-08 - Check cleared

09-06-08 - NOA1 in the mail (dated 08/29???)

10-09-08 - Biometrics (Touched)

12-16-08 - Email "Card production ordered"

12-24-08 - Santa came and brought my present (Greencard in the mail!)

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thanks gary..wellbutrin is the first hybrid of the new antidepressants.,that was to become prozac..and numerous others..there are many side effects to this type of drug..and sadly, it effected your thought process...

i tip my hat to you for your honsety and above board attitude and wish you and your fiancee the best....brother dean

Peace to All creatures great and small............................................

But when we turn to the Hebrew literature, we do not find such jokes about the donkey. Rather the animal is known for its strength and its loyalty to its master (Genesis 49:14; Numbers 22:30).

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my burro, bosco ..enjoying a beer in almaty

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Oh thank God, Gary! :star:

I hope you can find another method to cut back on the smoking, but not at the expense of writing us all off...hehehe. :P Just kidding. I'm glad you're back and of course you are always welcome here! :thumbs::yes:

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Wow, I haven't been reading or posting much too busy, but it seems like you have gone through a lot.

I wish you well and blessings with your journey to be with Luz.

Moondancer

7-3-06 GREEN CARD ARRIVES IN MAIL!!!! Done for two years!!!!!!

I am here to help, even if it's just to offer my shoulder to cry or vent on... We are all in this together.!

My answers are based on personal experience, not fact.

We are on this rollercoaster ride together holding on for dear life.

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welcome back Gary.............you are one of the most active members of K-1 forum............and whatever happend must have strengthened your relationship..........so everything happens for good ....... may GOD give you a great family life together.........

riz

IR5- Mother CIS (mom currently residing in UAE)

Jan 10, 2011 NOA 1 receipt

***********GOT RFE since my birth certificate was made after 29 years.********

June 29, 2011 NOA 2

NVC-

NVC Case Number and IIN Received, E-mails Exchanged : 08-03-2011

DS-3032 E-mail sent by Beneficiary: 08-03-2011

DS 3032 approved 08/10/11

IV & AOS bill payed 08/12/11

NVC receivd AOS & IV package 09/12/11

AOS approved 09/22/11

GOT RFE .... 09/28/2011

now NVC wants to see my original marriage certificate and birth certificate.

Case Complete 10/11/2011 (NO interview in November or Dec@ ABU DHABI consulate )

VISA granted...... 1/24/2012 thank you JESUS

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Have you tried hypnosis to quit smoking?

Some people I know swear by it!

Luz tells me to just wait until she gets here. She will give my hands and mouth something else to do!

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Hey Gary, why dont you send the rest of your prescription to some of the whack jobs that were speculating about your visa app. :yes: LOL

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CAROL & MARC

MY HONEY'S PROFILE

Remove Conditions

08-28-08 - Mailed I-751

08-30-08 - Delivered

09-01-08 - Touched

09-03-08 - Check cleared

09-06-08 - NOA1 in the mail (dated 08/29???)

10-09-08 - Biometrics (Touched)

12-16-08 - Email "Card production ordered"

12-24-08 - Santa came and brought my present (Greencard in the mail!)

kitazura.gifkpuppy1.gif

BICHON FRISE LOVER!!!

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almaty Grand Master

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Have you tried hypnosis to quit smoking?

Some people I know swear by it!

Luz tells me to just wait until she gets here. She will give my hands and mouth something else to do!

Gary, that is the best of all soultions :yes:

Hey Gary, why dont you send the rest of your prescription to some of the whack jobs that were speculating about your visa app. :yes: LOL

agreed

Peace to All creatures great and small............................................

But when we turn to the Hebrew literature, we do not find such jokes about the donkey. Rather the animal is known for its strength and its loyalty to its master (Genesis 49:14; Numbers 22:30).

Peppi_drinking_beer.jpg

my burro, bosco ..enjoying a beer in almaty

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...st&id=10835

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