I tried taking a hot shower, saying a humble prayer, walking outside for fresh air, reading God's Word, and listening to inspiring music, but sometimes there just isn't anything that takes away that body aching feeling that comes with bad news and disappointment.
It was too good to be true. My heart and mind were never both convinced that my husband would walk onto American soil on Tuesday. Back before all this happened I found myself to be a real dreamer, a hopeless romantic. I was a fairly positive person in times of trouble. This situation has taught me to keep a level head and to be realistic, as well as skeptical.
Disappointment after disappointment, Pieter and I always bounce back, right? This just seems to be the last straw. As many of you can understand after following our journey thus far, through ups and downs, joy and frustration_ here's the new news:
The Consular's office gave my husband a call this morning letting him know that his visa approval would need extra administrative processing. This basically means there is a glitch in the approval that was given, likely due to the overstay that occurred in 2014. The United States sees this as a potential risk factor and needs to further review the paperwork in order to be sure everything is cleared for Pieter's return. While the lady on the phone was quite optimistic about the task at hand, I have my doubts. The internet claims this can take up to 60 days to review, but the kind lady on the phone reported that it may be settled by next Tuesday.
At this point, the day or time does not even matter. This just means more waiting, shattered plans, and failed hope.
As we try to stand strong, we ask again for your prayers. Prayers for our hurting hearts that long to be together, prayers for strength once more to get through this obstacle, and prayers for the resolution of this setback to come quickly!
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