Today's status changed for the better:
"Thank you for submitting your passport application!
Your application has been received and is being processed.
Your passport application locator number is blah blah blah.![]()
When you applied, you requested Expedite Service and Routine Delivery of your passport. Passport Agencies use Priority Mail.
You should receive your passport within 4 weeks from the date you applied. However, if you are traveling within 2 weeks and have not received your passport, please contact the National Passport Information Center."
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This is like Christmas, I can't wait to see my little blue passport!
That is good. No change yet in my wife's status.