Yesterday was my citizenship interview. I showed up minus the interview appointment notice because I misplaced it a few weeks prior. The guard wouldn't let me in because I have to have an appointment letter before I am even allowed in. I cannot pose as a companion for my roommate who also happened to have the same interview date because mine is at 8:20 and hers is at 9:40. You will only be allowed to go in 30 minutes before your appointed time. Three weeks before my interview, I called the USCIS hotline and was told that I can come in without the notice because they would have a record of my interview schedule. She failed to mention I wouldn't go past the guards though!
I believe it was divine intervention because I was able to secure an InfoPass appointment just across the street. I was able to come through the gate where you can ask questions about your case. I told the USCIS officer about my case and he gladly handed me a referral slip and asked me to go straight to the 2nd Floor and show that slip to the Receptionist. Once there, the Receptionist verified that I was indeed scheduled for the interview, sent me to wait on Door A until my name is called. While waiting, I was really teary-eyed because I couldn’t believe how blessed I am. I am so thankful that I was able to get in, even without my appointment notice. I am also grateful for my roommate who was there to support me. If it wasn't for her constant push, I probably would've gone home and called it a day!
The interviewer asked me questions about my application, had me answer 10 US History questions, and had me write down "She was happy with her house". I was then asked to wait for my oath taking appointment and the rest was history!
The night before, I really prayed hard to get through the day and be able to pass my interview because I really would like to upgrade my husband's immigrant petition very, very soon. I am not complaining, though it would be nice if my husband will be able to help me take care of Kail. Most of the time, I'm just swamped and extremely overwhelmed. God heard my prayers. He truly is the greatest!
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I told you things will come through and that you will pass your interview with no problems at all :)!!! I had you in my thoughts yesterday that all went well. In due time, your other prayers will be answered. It was nice seeing you again and how thoughtful of you to bring a cake for MIL. See you soon :)!
Hi Mickee, i bloghop on yours once in a while and it really amazes me how you pull off wearing different hats each day. I can feel your struggles and I pray that God will bless your fervent wish. I think I'll be one of the happiest persons on earth when I hear from you that your hubz petition has been granted! Take care and hugs to you and your little bub.
don't freak out. this is june and i had to borrow the vampire's id, as your tagboard is not working and you don't allow others or anonymous comment posting. ha! am not complaining. ;P
i am so happy to hear about your interview. God is good! it will be just a few more waiting months and cliff will be there to complete the picture.
you're always in my prayers mickee.
hi sis, see? everything is slowly falling into place. konti na lang and you'll all be together na. congrats! and hugs! :D
yey!!! so so very happy for you mickee sistah! told you, just hang on =) see you soon!!!
congrats sis! i'm so happy for you! Hopefully C can join you very very soon! mwah mwah See you in Pinas soon!
wow, congrats!... truly, God answers prayers ... hope to hear a lot of good news for the petition for your husband :)
Mickee! Congratulations! Hang in there. Everything will fall into place. Bilib ako sa yo how you manage to do multiple things at the same time. Will pray for C's petition. I'll be very happy to know when your family's together already. God bless always!
Congrats Mickee! I'm happy so for you. Sandali nalang, things will fall into place. All your patience will be richly rewarded. Hang in there!
Hugs and kisses to Kail, from Caroline :)
i'm praying your hubby joins you, soon, mickee.
Galing galing. Kakatuwa makabalita ng answered prayers. Congrats Mickee :)
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