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We all have stories as to how and why we ended up in this mess. I've been in this country for 13 years and it feels like I'm serving a life sentence for a crime that I did not commit. 13 years of my life spend in fear, depression, and hardship. There are many of you who have spend way more years without legal status than me, but I just want you guys to share some of your stories (if you want) as to how you've managed to stay strong and hopeful given the situation that you've been in for so long. Sometimes I just sit and stir at my friends who are Americans by birth and I just shake my head that my life is so drastically harder and so complicated than theirs, but yet we are so much alike. My friends have no idea how it is to not have legal status in this country, many people have no clue, but I've managed to finish high school and now I'm trying to finish college by putting pennies together in order to atleast take few college courses at a time until I can reach the finish line. Its been a tough 13 years, can't drive, can't enjoy simple things like working...etc, and once I get my DACA approved I don't even where to begin. Lol I came here when I was very young and now I'm in my mid 20s approaching my 30s, it's hard to believe sometimes how a document can make ones life so tough. The one thing that gives me strength and hope is the DREAMers movement, it's fascinating how a group of young undocumented youths can have political power and how organized and resilient it has become. DACA have given us a chance to take a deep sigh of relieve, especially for those who have been approved, but we still have a long road to travel and the Dream Act is our ultimate destination. But damn, I want my 13 years back. Lol How have this "undocumented" life been for you?

I got to say, sometimes I break down and say F**k this eshi. But, at the end of the day, I always look at all the sad stories from around the world and be like It could be worse for me because most of the stories you hear are just sad. I could be in a city where there is constant war, no food to eat, or be in a situation where I don't have a place to call home. So, I end up telling myself that my life struggles are teaching me to become a better person than the average person. And, I do believe it made me a better person minus being too emotional. You just got to remember your situation could be worst and try to make the best out of little things and stay positive.

Its been hard, but I think what doesnt kill me makes me stronger and being undocumented made me appreciate what I have more and that the goals I have will be realized because if I survived this, I can survive anything., Also, God gives only his strong soldiers the tasks he feels they will be able to handle. Good luck and welcome to the forum.

That seems more than enough to get your case approved, Raul, unless there's a moron who's dealing with your case. I have the feeling that I might get an RFE for something. I relied heavily on my college transcripts as evidence and also my school schedules. An RFE is not as bad as people try to make it, sure it will delay your case for a while but at least you're getting a chance to bring something that you've missed, and most importantly, it also suggest that you're on your way to being approved. It's way better than a denial letter in my opinion.

if you're DACA approved then no. for the most part cops just issue the tickets and dont bother calling ICE unless the person has serious warrants. just a word to the wise, if you dont have a DL, then you shouldnt be driving. save yourself the trouble of having to deal with it the first time and then again once you re-apply for DACA in the future.

I came here when I was 8 from Trinidad and really up until my sophomore year in high school I lived a normal oblivious life. The last 3 years has been the hardest years of my life because more often than not, my mom and I couldn't make ends meet. But I think that we're all a lot stronger and more determined than other people our age because we know exactly what's trying holding us back and we refuse to let it. It's a bit silly but something my mom always told me that has gotten me through every difficult time in my life is: God doesn't give you anything you can't handle. Personally I volunteer a lot and that helps so much. I see families who live in shelters, people who don't have food on thanksgiving, people with illnesses who can't afford medication, and children who never get anything for Christmas. They're all American citizens. Here I am, without any documentation, and even at my most difficult point I have more than a good percentage of Americans. It's a struggle but we can do it for ourselves and for our parents who made the sacrifice for us.

It would be fair to categorize our situation as a 'First World Problem.'

We have a post here with that info of how to get your birth certificate translated/notarized. The link underneath it is the outfit that does it for $34. http://adreamact.com/topic/94-notarizedtranslated-birth-certificate/ http://www.certified-translation-services-us.com/index.html

Thats a lot of things. What years they asking you for?

Yes that sounds like it is enough and the receipts are also very important.

Congrats!!

Im sure theres a neck for u outhere. Any girls? Anyone? Come on this dude is thirsty!! hehe

Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is my favorit Luke Bryan song for now, it sums pretty much what I've been going through the past few weeks.

Im having the same issue! But hopefully we get an answer soon! Best of luck to all of us who haven't gotten it though

Best news this week missy

Two sexy songs and videos from two of my favorite bands!!

I'm finally approved today and it's the best feeling ever !! Good luck to everyone who is waiting, I'll keep u guys in my mind

Include everything you find it's better to overload their desk than not to send enough

umm ... maybe add more links to other sources such as articles, websites of organizations that support dreamers, etc. You know, that way we have more to look at; more info.

If we could change something about current immigration processes/statuses?? Well, there's nothing I want more than for mi mami to have a chance!! She has struggled soooooo much and I just wish she could breathe easy for once!! Granted, my sister and I will stop at nothing to give her a better life, but it would be great if she could finally be able to live out some of her dreams, like traveling back to el pueblo, opening a business, getting a driver's license, etc... I think a lot of us here wish our parents had a chance, because they're the ones that gave up everything to get us to where we are... God bless mi mami, and God bless all the wonderful, hardworking parents out there that have made the Dreamers who we are!!

And after you get your EAD you can apply for a ssn right? Btw I'm new here