Never Let it be Said
Mar 5th 2010, 7:48 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
a person can pay someone to do everything for them like, paint their house, build a fence, fix their car OR they can attempt to do it on their own with research, practice and Patience.
Now i understand somethings are alot harder than others, like cutting ones own hair, pull a tooth ect...
but things can be done...
Mar 5th 2010, 7:51 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
<raising hand> Yup... that'd be me!
You're probably right. For me, I simply do not suffer fools. If someone from Blighty wants to cross the pond for whatever reason (many, ironically, to get away from the "immigrants"... and by so doing become one themselves), then he'd better make damn sure he's eligible to do so. If he's got some starry-eyed notion of the US as the great equalizer (I blame the UK media for this, and the US media to a lesser extent), then it's up to the good people here to slap him upside the head and show him the reality of the situation, rather than the fantasy thereof.
If this person then mentions anything about the following, I'm quite happy to go completely ballistic on him:
1) the special relationship between the UK and the US
2) illegal immigrants can get into the US easier than a UKC
3) a prior drug caution/conviction when they were young and foolish
4) a prior drink/driving caution/conviction when they were young and foolish
5) US immigration laws shouldn't apply to me, because I'm a UKC
6) minimizing an issue because they don't want to admit the truth
... well, you get the idea!
While I'm at it... once you've been here as long as some of us have, and have actually seen what happens to stupid people who don't heed the advice or warnings they get here... well, you'd become a bit jaded yourself. People - mostly those under 25, think that they're invincible because they're young and British. They have no idea that dealing with US immigration can make bamboo shoots under your fingernails seem like a pleasant manicure!
Word of caution... you're not in Kansas anymore! I've experienced both Canadian and US immigration first hand... and US immigration is brutal by comparison to Canada... even Draconian in some aspects.
I, for one, am brutally honest - many people don't appreciate that level of honesty... but my overriding intent (well, most of the time) is to help. True, I may not be the kindest person here (I bow to Noorah101 and Meauxna in that regard), but I certainly won't deliberately steer someone wrong.
While I'm on about it... many people ask yes/no questions, but then we get raked over the coals when the one word answer "Yes" or "No" is deemed insufficient. If they wanted an explanation, they could have asked "why" upfront, or asked subsequently. That people are so willing and happy to shoot the messenger is beyond me.
Ian
... there are "some" that just plain should not be posting replies.
If this person then mentions anything about the following, I'm quite happy to go completely ballistic on him:
1) the special relationship between the UK and the US
2) illegal immigrants can get into the US easier than a UKC
3) a prior drug caution/conviction when they were young and foolish
4) a prior drink/driving caution/conviction when they were young and foolish
5) US immigration laws shouldn't apply to me, because I'm a UKC
6) minimizing an issue because they don't want to admit the truth
... well, you get the idea!
While I'm at it... once you've been here as long as some of us have, and have actually seen what happens to stupid people who don't heed the advice or warnings they get here... well, you'd become a bit jaded yourself. People - mostly those under 25, think that they're invincible because they're young and British. They have no idea that dealing with US immigration can make bamboo shoots under your fingernails seem like a pleasant manicure!
The British people are a helpful, honest and get the job done nation.
I, for one, am brutally honest - many people don't appreciate that level of honesty... but my overriding intent (well, most of the time) is to help. True, I may not be the kindest person here (I bow to Noorah101 and Meauxna in that regard), but I certainly won't deliberately steer someone wrong.
While I'm on about it... many people ask yes/no questions, but then we get raked over the coals when the one word answer "Yes" or "No" is deemed insufficient. If they wanted an explanation, they could have asked "why" upfront, or asked subsequently. That people are so willing and happy to shoot the messenger is beyond me.
Ian
Mar 5th 2010, 7:53 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
OH wait HAHAHAHAHAHHAHA soo FUNNY!
a person can pay someone to do everything for them like, paint their house, build a fence, fix their car OR they can attempt to do it on their own with research, practice and Patience.
Now i understand somethings are alot harder than others, like cutting ones own hair, pull a tooth ect...
but things can be done...
a person can pay someone to do everything for them like, paint their house, build a fence, fix their car OR they can attempt to do it on their own with research, practice and Patience.
Now i understand somethings are alot harder than others, like cutting ones own hair, pull a tooth ect...
but things can be done...
Mar 5th 2010, 7:53 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
and what do i need??? can't ya tell me or gonna leave it to BG36 to do??
Mar 5th 2010, 7:55 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
Let be fair here, when I first joined this forum and still up till now I have had met plenty of nice, helpful people, who have given me valuable advice on various subjects. Yes, there can be some very rude people here but still they are a minority.
I feel you happened to bump into one of the few rude ones, which is a shame. My advice to you is simple ignore the rude ones, plenty of people here are here to help, the longer you stay here the more you will realize that.
I feel you happened to bump into one of the few rude ones, which is a shame. My advice to you is simple ignore the rude ones, plenty of people here are here to help, the longer you stay here the more you will realize that.
Ok the following is a mini rant, everything below is my opinion and mine alone. I am not saying this to cause problems with anyone or make an issue I am just simply stating the obvious in mind opinion. 
Firstly I am British born and bred in Greenwich, London UK, I moved to Calgary Alberta Canada 3 years ago. I have been through the Immigration, Health Checks, Visa, Passport, Reference's, Education and Qualification paper work to move here and as soon as i got residency I was first out to help and advise people moving here and what was needed and what to expect...
Now some Expats that move to the US, seem to have a big chip on their shoulder. As my wife and I are looking at moving to the States soon, be it via Green card lottery (YES I AM ELIGIBLE, just for all those that will make some "witty" comment about eligibility, or on a H1B which we are looking more into in regards of qualification equivalency.
But over the last 4 months i have read with great detail, genuine questions from people all over England wanting to move to the US but the so called expats that sign up for this forum are not helpful as much ignorant..
When a question is posted about visa's or the person's skill, (directed to the Admins and other people that run this site or senor members) why act like butt munches???
Why do you act like you can't be bothered to answer the question fully or act like your above those that are now trying to move there!!
You got your green card/work visa or whatever at some point and you went through the works so have a little compassion for those going through it now.
Marry a USC
Get a BA
Find a Sponsor
Transfer through work
Work summer camp
These questions are Valid, and deserve more than "GOOD LUCK, SO MANY PEOPLE APPLY CHANCES ARE YOUR BE WAITING A LONG LONG TIME"
If some of the questions that come on here Wind you up or pee ya off, just leave it for someone else why try to be a Sarky Git!
So for a summery, just remember we all started somewhere, and I’m not claiming to be Mr. Help Everyone But if i have time I DO!! As much as possible.
So NEVER LET IT BE SAID that British people help each other...
Again my option
Firstly I am British born and bred in Greenwich, London UK, I moved to Calgary Alberta Canada 3 years ago. I have been through the Immigration, Health Checks, Visa, Passport, Reference's, Education and Qualification paper work to move here and as soon as i got residency I was first out to help and advise people moving here and what was needed and what to expect...
Now some Expats that move to the US, seem to have a big chip on their shoulder. As my wife and I are looking at moving to the States soon, be it via Green card lottery (YES I AM ELIGIBLE, just for all those that will make some "witty" comment about eligibility, or on a H1B which we are looking more into in regards of qualification equivalency.
But over the last 4 months i have read with great detail, genuine questions from people all over England wanting to move to the US but the so called expats that sign up for this forum are not helpful as much ignorant..
When a question is posted about visa's or the person's skill, (directed to the Admins and other people that run this site or senor members) why act like butt munches???
Why do you act like you can't be bothered to answer the question fully or act like your above those that are now trying to move there!!
You got your green card/work visa or whatever at some point and you went through the works so have a little compassion for those going through it now.
Marry a USC
Get a BA
Find a Sponsor
Transfer through work
Work summer camp
These questions are Valid, and deserve more than "GOOD LUCK, SO MANY PEOPLE APPLY CHANCES ARE YOUR BE WAITING A LONG LONG TIME"
If some of the questions that come on here Wind you up or pee ya off, just leave it for someone else why try to be a Sarky Git!
So for a summery, just remember we all started somewhere, and I’m not claiming to be Mr. Help Everyone But if i have time I DO!! As much as possible.
So NEVER LET IT BE SAID that British people help each other...
Again my option
Mar 5th 2010, 8:04 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
He would no doubt in his unique style manage to convey to you that you really are a total tosser without calling you one and breaking site rules. Unfortunately I don't have that level of command of the written word, and of course he might not agree with my opinion anyway.
Mar 5th 2010, 8:06 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
Man enough to say it if it happens.
But With DV Lottery (No lawyer), NAFTA (No lawyer), divorce my wife and marry and american (wouldn't do, but No lawyer)
With research i have found, people that get lawyers for visas that can be obtained with out themm are just worried, nervious or impatient.
I had a friend hire a lawyer for the green card..WTF
needless to say she is now close to $2300 out of pocket and still in the same place waiting.
Mar 5th 2010, 8:08 pm
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Well if you had read the honest posts that you claim to have read you would know how he posts.
He would no doubt in his unique style manage to convey to you that you really are a total tosser without calling you one and breaking site rules. Unfortunately I don't have that level of command of the written word, and of course he might not agree with my opinion anyway.
He would no doubt in his unique style manage to convey to you that you really are a total tosser without calling you one and breaking site rules. Unfortunately I don't have that level of command of the written word, and of course he might not agree with my opinion anyway.
and tosser really...is that in someway you showing a bit of British, sorry but tosse is not the i would go with Wanker!
Mar 5th 2010, 8:11 pm
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I hired a Lawyer, now as I have already been told by you that as an Expat I have a chip on my shoulder (post 1,) would you be kind enough to tell me why I hired one, and which of the above category I fall into please as you seem to know me very well?
Mar 5th 2010, 8:14 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
An individual can not just 'apply' for a green card. They need a 'basis'; a close family member, employer or a DV win.
Without knowing what your friend is doing, there's no way to know if she's wasted that money or not. The waits are long for MANY people (look at some of the posts of people sponsored by their siblings; the wait is about 10-12 years lawyer or no lawyer).
If you want to have a sensible discussion about it, start posting sensible information. Otherwise you risk falling into one of Ian's top list categories.
Not all green cards are obtained equally, you seem to keep ignoring that.
You can find out more about green card types at www.uscis.gov; click the big Green Card link and read up yourself.
Mar 5th 2010, 8:16 pm
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No, you wouldn't, because the computer is your gateway to a wild, unregulated world. Which you clearly don't like. It certainly isn't warm and fuzzy.
Okay, I concede that it may be warm, especially if it has been on for a while.
And again you are maybe right, it may be fuzzy if it was padded. Matching the room.
Okay, I concede that it may be warm, especially if it has been on for a while.
And again you are maybe right, it may be fuzzy if it was padded. Matching the room.
Mar 5th 2010, 8:16 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
if you do some research like i did one place was http://www.breakthroughusa.co.uk/
you WILL see why people hire lawyers instead of doing it themselves and the 3 examples i gave above are all common examples.
Mar 5th 2010, 8:18 pm
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Re: Never Let it be Said
).Day77, not everyone wants to or is able to invest the amount of time necessary to learn how to DIY.
You, like me, seem to have a lot of time on your hands for it. Suggest you get studying.