An attempt to recapture a travel adventure from 1987 In March of 1987, I had completed another two years at the University of Washington to obtain teaching certifications in biology, chemistry and general science. I had previously graduated in 1982 with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology. I will brag that I finished with a 3.86Continue reading “Costa Rica”
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Turkey
This is an attempt to recapture the 45 days I spent in the country of Turkey in the Winter of 1983. I had written extensively in journals about this time period, but have been unable to locate my journals, so I am left with my memory. As I have been recollecting this journey, so manyContinue reading “Turkey”
Taiwan
Taiwan’s population in 2026 is estimated at approximately 23.01 to 24.1 million people. Where do I start?! What an amazing trip! I hadn’t traveled solo in six or seven years, so I had forgotten just how at home I feel on the road by myself. I love what happens when I travel. I took a long time deciding where to travel. I arranged for my wife’s parentsContinue reading “Taiwan”
Robert Dale Boyce (dad)
My Precious Twins
Yesterday on Little Mountain
The Pathway to US Citizenship
Once entering the USA with a Green Card or Permanent Resident status, one has the option of becoming a US citizen. For many, this is a long sought after goal. Others choose to remain a green card holder. https://my.uscis.gov/citizenship/what_to_expect Our immigration story For my wife and our family, we wanted her to receive US citizenshipContinue reading “The Pathway to US Citizenship”
Our Immigration Story
Our Story of Immigration to the USA Immigration to the USA Cost of Immigration Economic Impact of Immigration Medical requirements Financial Requirements Steps in the Process Where are immigrants coming from Pathway to citizenship I will share our experience and at a later time, I will share advice regarding the process. My wife and IContinue reading “Our Immigration Story”
The Cost of Immigration
Immigrating to the USA can be a costly affair, and the expenses have changed significantly over the years. https://www.uscis.gov/ https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/g-1055.pdf Historical Context In the early 1900s, immigration costs were relatively low. The Ellis Island era (1892-1924) saw millions of immigrants arrive in the US, with minimal costs involved. The main expenses were transportation to theContinue reading “The Cost of Immigration”
How to Expedite an Immigration Case
https://www.uscis.gov/ https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-guidance/expedite-requests To request an expedited interview for immigration, you’ll typically need to demonstrate urgent circumstances, such as: Emergency Situations Request Process Expedited Criteria Tips Keep in mind that expedited processing is granted on a case-by-case basis, and approval is not guaranteed. Consult official USCIS resources or an immigration attorney for personalized guidance.
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