Staying Positive and Constructive

[roadrunner11 167]

Hi guys,

First of all I want to thank MOE and the rest of the administrators here. I am certain we all appreciate the information and sense of community found here. The resources and information provided not only help us fill out our forms and express our concerns but also make life changing decisions.

Personally, I stumbled across this forum on google and now I find myself checking this forum every day learning about the different aspects of this policy and also getting to know the human side of it.

One thing that strikes me the most is the fact that we have tons and tons of pretty neat and intelligent people. Some of us have been able to finish college or already have great paying jobs even though we were/are undocumented. Others are just getting a start in life while still in High School or maybe we had to deal with more obstacles that put us behind just a little. No matter in what situation we are in, we all have a drive and desire to succeed and become someone in life. Hence why we all get those panic/anxiety attacks when we get impatient. Think about the runner who is racing a long distance race. The first couple of minutes he/she will give 70-80% of the full potential, as time goes by mental obstancles may kick in and the race might become harder and longer. However, there are those who keep their eyes on the prize/finish line and as it approaches their inner drive will force their body to give 1000% of its potential and abilities. So who wins the race?

My point is we have been waiting years for this opportunity and who would have thought Friday June 15, 2012 was a glimpse of one of the finish lines in our lives. Did you wake up that Friday morning feeling like there was hope and you could maybe become somebody here? So, drop the negative thoughts and mental obstacles. Keep running the race like a beast.Because in the end the winners are only those who give it all even after crossing the finish line. Prepare for what is coming next.

I am afraid some comments and posts are having a negative effect on people. I know you are probably thinking well you are just saying this because you already got approved and such. BUT NO! I am saying this because I like strive for constructiveness around here. This forum would benefit from keep being a place where people can find reliable information and cope with their concerns in a positive way. I am not saying stop complaining because you have the right to say what ever you want. All I am saying is please think before posting something - IS IT GOING TO HELP OTHERS COPE/ INFORM OTHERS? Believe it or not some people have told me they stopped logging in because some posts make them feel overwhelmed.

Whether you agree or disagree with me, it's your personal opinion and choice. I am just exposing my thoughts.

Best wishes to all of you.

[Cochoz 48]

Really nice write-up! The thing we all need to do is try to stay as positive as possible around members in the community in order to keep anyone from freaking out. In my opinion, even after being approved, we shouldn't settle for a two-year approval period. We all need to stay together even after being approved, so we can fight for something permanent. We all need to keep lending a hand to those in need of help. Bringing ourselves down every day because we have to wait more than others won't help anyone's mindset. We have all waited years, some have waited a decade or more ... what is a few weeks? a couple of months? At least right now, we are given the chance to have hope. Don't give up, keep your chin up, and celebrate together with those being approved. You'll be next sooner or later!

p.s. as a runner, I love the metaphor ♥

[Aled 118]

Thank you Silvia (Roadrunner) you couldn't have said it any better. It has for a fact come to my attention that many were using the forum let out their frustration and anxiety about their waiting game. As you said, people have the freedom to express what they want but it isn't fair to post negative thoughts when there are other people who have also been waiting patiently for a long time. Why share or pass on negativity with others...?