Uncertain and unsettled would best describe my last month in Europe.

My language studies at the Goethe Institute came to a conclusion in the lead up to a visit from my parents and an appointment with the Aliens Department.

I met my parents in Copenhagen in early July and spent a wonderful weekend there with them. We then enjoyed a few days in Berlin before we were forced to flee to Frankfurt as Berlin accommodation could not accommodate us for the final weekend of the Weltmeisterschaft 2006. I finally bid farewell to my parents and returned to Berlin for my much anticipated appointment with the Aliens Department.

On Tuesday 18 July I met with the Aliens Department regarding my application for temporary residency. After a slightly bewildering talk it was decided that my application warranted further examination. That was good news. My application has been sent to the Employment Department and I have been granted an extension of stay to cover this processing time. I should know the judgement in three to four weeks.

Uncertainty regarding
my European immigration status continues although a decision is within sight.