I followed the instructions, filled out everything, checked and rechecked. So needless to say, I was surprised when I opened a large envelope from the state to see my application and SASE with a note that I needed to do it all over again. There was a letter inside and after reading it, I realized how dumb this system is.
The reason my application was returned…..I printed 2 pages per sheet, “the application was the incorrect size.” Here I am thinking I did a good thing by printing a perfectly readable application on less paper (more or less because then there would be less paperwork to lose), and I get penalized. Fine, great, I’ll redo it and send it back, my mistake.
Hidden at the bottom of the included letter was a note saying my submission date will be the day they receive the new copy. Here’s the deal, they received the first copy on Feb 18th, now it won’t get “marked” until at least March 9th. Add on the 2 week delay for processing and I’m looking at maybe getting a response by the end of March. I would be surprised at this by-the-book ineptitude if it were a university or hospital, but, you should sit down for this, it’s from the government. I know, I know, you are shocked, I heard your gasp, but it’s true!
