Thanks for your response Jta
My problem is i have already applied for the visa.
My cover letter was just an invite and that is all.
I did not know the embassey required a reason other than a holiday.
It just shows how much i know.
I based it on my friend from work (wife from Thailand) and my Brother (gf from Vietnam).
The process for these countries is hard but not as hard as the Philippines.
It looks like i will have to wait along time before i see her again :(
Thanks again
Stew