Dear Silent Observer/SwatCat,
At the outset, I would like to congratulate you on your patience thus far. It is a feat, trust me, I would know.
However, please do realize that you are almost at the finish line. I've had to wait for over a year (since doing my medicals) and now after 11 months of applying, I get IP. Some people get their visas processed soon and others take a little longer. But rest assured, if your application is complete and genuine, the visa will come your way.
I guess you will just have to endure the next few weeks and exhibit a little more patience. Easier said than done? - Yes, maybe so.
But then, get busy, take up a hobby or something. The IP would just sneak up on you ...