Well, the IRS finally took the client's payment electronically so I would assume that meant they processed the return.  But the client did not go back and check.  they just wanted to make sure their payment was made on time.

After posting this, I saw from several professional connections and groups that the IRS has been very far behind on everything from processing returns to taking electronic payments to sending refunds.  And I even saw a statement from the IRS as well about it.

I do have some clients that have yet to receive their refund and per the IRS site, they are still processing.