My I821D still says under initial review - but my work authorization has been approved! It says On October 22, 2012, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you! Does that mean both of them are approved? Aww I feel happy, next step green card! =] now presidential debate ! Obama 2012.
timeline:
Mailed August 16th to Chicago lockbox - express mail, received August 17th, text received August 24th, Nebraska service center, Biometrics 9/20 in Elizabeth, NJ.