Bruce,
Yes I am placing my trust in Victoria (should we get commission for advertising?) but I'm the same as you, IMPATIENT :-)
As for my wife coming here, yes I gave it a LOT of thought and asked Victoria on Thursday. She actually thinks it is a very good idea as the clock is already ticking on Ann's visa and if she doesn't 'use' it within 3 months it will then have expired before she can apply for ILR in 2 years time. Also as the original refusal claimed (bizarrely) that her ex was still living with her and thus looking after the kids, having her mother and an un-related nanny look after them in some ways would help the argument. I will of course be supporting my mother in law with the costs and that will be documented.
To be honest Ann was so devastated by the disappointment that if I hadn't given in to her wishes and brought a ticket for her I was becoming worried she might do something crazy! She will miss the kids of course, she is totally dedicated to them, but hopefully it will only be for a few months.
