Im in the process of rebuilding and getting an American Express card seemed like a final step that told me I was doing well. I stagnated in the high 600s of all the reports with my highest being 699. My goal this time last year was to hit 700s. I know; that was close enough to where it drove me crazy. Anyways, I was drinking and decided that it was time to apply. I app'd and was instantly approved for AMEX Gold. In the same hour I applied and was 7-10 day messaged for the blue cash preffered of which i was approved after proving identity the weekend after.
I understand my AAoA would take a hit but I believe Im done applying for good now. I think my credit card journey has come to an end. I could be wrong.
Grats on the Amex double hit 
Congratulations on getting into the AMEX family of cards!
Congrats on your AmEx Gold and Blue Cash Preferred approvals . . . the buzz paid off!!!
Congrats on the AMEX Gold & BCP approvals!
Congratulations on your approvals!!!
