Meauxna

> Just curious, I didn't see where these documents had to be included in
> the I-130 instructions. Is it required or did you just decide to
> include them on your own?

The most current version of the I-130 asks for new types of
documentation besides the marriage certificate.
Get the latest form versions at uscis.gov

From I-130:
"NOTE: In addition to the required documentation listed in 1)through 4)
above, you should submit one or more of the following types of
documentation that may evidence that bonafides of your marriage:
1) Documentation showing joint ownership or property; or
2) A lease showing joint tenancy of a common residence; or
3) Documentation showing co-mingling of financial resources; or
4) Birth certificate(s) of child(ren) born to you, thepetitioner, and
your spouse together; or
5) Affidavits sworn to or affirmed by third parties having personal
knowledge of the bona fides of the marital relationship (Each
affidavit must contain the full name and address, date and place of
birth of the person making the affidavit, his or her relationship to
the petitioner of beneficiary, if any, and complete information and
details explaining how the person acquired his or herknowledge of
your marriage); or
5) Any other relevant documentation to establish that there is an
ongoing marital union.