Hey everyone. I'm noticing lots of anxiety around the timing. Hang in there and remember to be a bit patient for the sake of your peace of mind. One of the hardest parts of the process seems to be learning how to let go and have faith that all the hard work you put into your application will pay off.
It's normal for AOR to take 2-4 months as LeisaP said, and I imagine it's normal for a month to go by at any step. It may slow things down a bit to send lots of inquiries - after all, an employee has to take time to review your words and craft a response.
So try to relax and let it happen. It's hard, I know... but you want to be a mentally healthy person when your lover comes home. =)