Scared, Angry and Confused....
Feb 13th 2010, 1:35 am
#31
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
Thoughts and prayers are with you, you are part of our pixel family, so hang in there sister.
Feb 13th 2010, 2:57 am
#32
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
We'll work it out, one step at a time. First things first, go get those results next week & find out where YOU are at. The rest will come in its time and we've got lots of researchers on the case now.
The thing about the means-tested benefits is that each state and even each agency inside a state can choose how to interpret/apply those rules WRT new immigrants. As you've already found out, some things, some states choose to just cover without fault & it's not an automatic the Sponsor is asked to repay. (it's not horrible everywhere for everything here, people.. a little compassion does exist).
I'll get on the details tomorrow; for tonight, rest your head and let us share your burden.
xxx
Feb 13th 2010, 3:05 am
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
Songbird - just wanted to add my good wishes and positive thoughts for the 18th 
As others have said - one step at a time...
As others have said - one step at a time...
Feb 13th 2010, 3:24 am
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
I just want to say how overwhelmed I am at the response both public and private I have received from the members of this board. If I could hug you all I would
My life to date in the USA has not been the smoothest of paths however, I've always considered myself fairly tough and resilient - even when faced with the most adverse of circumstances ( and lord knows the last three years have tested that! lol) I recall my first post on this board (when I was all bright eyed and doe tailed), sure I knew it wasn't going to be easy but my ignorance of just how hard it could be makes it embarrassing reading now
You live and you learn - and one of the many things I am grateful for is that members of this board give time out of their lives to help others (just like they helped me) to make that rocky path a bit more easier to travel.
When someone on this board offers their advice / support / help (as so many of you have not just to myself and hubby but others having problems ) I KNOW it's sincere, none of that 'have a nice day' fakeness. We may just be pixels in a cyber world but we are all real people and that comes across so strongly especially at times like this. Thank you all for your support, thank you for being there for us, and most of all thank you making this difficult time a lot more easier to cope with.
My life to date in the USA has not been the smoothest of paths however, I've always considered myself fairly tough and resilient - even when faced with the most adverse of circumstances ( and lord knows the last three years have tested that! lol) I recall my first post on this board (when I was all bright eyed and doe tailed), sure I knew it wasn't going to be easy but my ignorance of just how hard it could be makes it embarrassing reading now
You live and you learn - and one of the many things I am grateful for is that members of this board give time out of their lives to help others (just like they helped me) to make that rocky path a bit more easier to travel. When someone on this board offers their advice / support / help (as so many of you have not just to myself and hubby but others having problems ) I KNOW it's sincere, none of that 'have a nice day' fakeness. We may just be pixels in a cyber world but we are all real people and that comes across so strongly especially at times like this. Thank you all for your support, thank you for being there for us, and most of all thank you making this difficult time a lot more easier to cope with.
Remember we are always here for you...24/7. So whenever you want to moan, chat, laugh or cry...just log on and let rip.
Last edited by Jerseygirl; Feb 13th 2010 at 4:03 am.
Feb 13th 2010, 4:51 am
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
I wish you the very best of luck, Songbird! My thoughts are with you. You WILL get good results 2/18; don't stress yourself out until then.
Feb 13th 2010, 6:03 am
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
Songbird, you are in our thoughts here too.
Feb 13th 2010, 12:38 pm
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
I was feeling particularly stressed and sorry for myself this morning. Had the high of getting our visas in London yesterday but woke up on a real low this morning at home. I read your post and I am grateful to you for reminding me that there are so many others out there with genuine things to be stressed and worried about. I hope things work out for you both and my thoughts are with you from all this distance away!
Feb 13th 2010, 12:49 pm
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
adding to the love and good vibes coming your way and keeping everything crossed for the 18th
Feb 13th 2010, 1:26 pm
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
Songbird, I cant offer any advise but my thoughts are with you, good luck for the 18th
Feb 13th 2010, 4:16 pm
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
Chin up and fingers crossed. I hope all goes well for you.
Feb 13th 2010, 9:16 pm
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
Songbird we are here for you, with virtual hugs, and hand holding along the way.
We will ALL get you through this. You should not, and will not, bear this worry alone.
We will ALL get you through this. You should not, and will not, bear this worry alone.
Feb 13th 2010, 10:33 pm
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
Just want to add my best wishes for 18th. Stay strong. x
Feb 14th 2010, 4:17 am
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
This old Pixel is thinking of you my love
This too shall pass......
This too shall pass......
Feb 14th 2010, 5:17 am
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Feb 14th 2010, 5:38 am
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Re: Scared, Angry and Confused....
Songbird, your post brought a tears to my eyes. I don't have any advice to offer, only my most positive thoughts best wishes. Please let us know how it goes. You seem to have brought out the best in our virtual BE family.
**Tom60, your rabbit with a pancake on its head brought a smile to my face.**
**Tom60, your rabbit with a pancake on its head brought a smile to my face.**