Recommended for you

Start writing a post

Lifestyle

A Letter To My Sisters Abroad

Missing you more than I could have imagined.

Maggie Kroeff

Jan 19, 2016

Saint Louis University

5032

Dear (insert name of any sister not currently in the United States),

Let me start out by saying I am so jealous. You've only been across the pond for maybe a week, but your pictures are breathtaking. The beautiful countrysides, the late nights with friends, the scenic ocean views and the food. Oh my gosh, the food. It looks like you are having an insane amount of fun. I cannot wait to hear all about it in person when I see you again. I know you are having the time of your lives, and I wish I could be there doing all those fun things with you.

I miss you all dearly. Being at chapter this week not seeing your beautiful faces was incredibly weird. I've only known you for a semester, but not seeing you walking to class or bumping into you at Qdoba feels wrong. I know you're doing well though. I can't text you because of the whole no service across the ocean thing, but your Snapchats make me so happy (side note, the Snapchat filters over there are killing the game compared to the ones over here). I also love to see all the pictures of you throwing what you know. Whether it's off the edge of a waterfall, by a beautiful cathedral in Madrid or off a balcony looking over the ocean, I adore seeing you rep your letters even when you aren't with us.

I love seeing you all still hanging out with other sisters. I'm glad you get to experience this together, and seeing it makes me smile every time. I know I'm new to this chapter, but that fact that you guys are out there traveling the world with each other as not just friends but sisters makes me more excited than I can put into words.

I'll miss you a lot over these next few months and all summer. Chapters will continue to happen every Wednesday, and you won't be there. You'll keep sending me Snapchats from thousands of miles away. Events will come and go, and I won't see you on the dance floor. But that's OK. I know you're having so, so much fun, and I can't wait to here all about it soon enough. So keep up with the pictures, the amazing food and the late nights. Study hard, and get back to us safe and sound in a few months. Miss you and love you dearly.

Love,

Your (stuck in the U.S.) sister

Report this Content

This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.

Lifestyle

10 Truths About Being In A Sorority

(For Girls Who Are Interested In Greek Life)

LaGrange College

412

Rebekah Lee

I remember my freshman year oh so well. I remember feeling terrified the night before orientation. The one thing that I dreaded the most was not the new people, the new environment, or even the academic pressure. I was dreading having to talk to sorority girls about Recruitment. I remember cutting off and avoiding any Rho Gamma/Panhellenic Officer that came my way during First Week. I looked at them like they had asked me to cut my arm off whenever they asked me if I wanted to rush. To be honest, I did not even know what rush was, but I knew that I did NOT want to be a part of it. To me, it was dumb. It was a waste of money. It was a waste of my time.

And guess what? I did not rush my freshman year. I spent the first half of my freshman year isolating myself from everyone on campus. I spent all of my time in the library, and then (since I was a commuter) went back home once my work was finished.

Keep Reading...Show less

sorority life

Entertainment

10 Must Watch Shows During Winter Break

You've gotta do something.

Grand Canyon University

Netflix

Now that the semester is over, you are probably wondering what your purpose of life is beside writing essays and constantly studying. Breaks give you time for some rest and relaxation, and what better way to relax than cuddling with some hot cocoa and some Netflix. Here is a list compiled of shows that must make it into your binge watching sessions, with the website in which you can find it. Enjoy!

Keep Reading...Show less

must watch

Adulting

The Struggles of Being A Last Semester Senior, As Told By Michael Scott

25 reasons your last semester in college is the best and worst time of your life

Truman State University

1314

The day you walked onto your school's campus for the first time you were scared, excited, and unsure of how the next four years of your life were going to turn out. You doubted it would go fast and even though you weren't positive about what your future plans would hold, you had plenty of time. You figured out your major, added a minor or two, joined a handful of organizations and all of the sudden you're here. Your final semester of undergrad. Now you've got 25 problems and graduation is only one.

Keep Reading...Show less

last semester

Student Life

Syllabus Week At UD Explained By "The Office"

"The Office" understands the struggle of the first week back from winter break.

University of Dayton

1062

January 19th is the first day of the second semester at the University of Dayton, and students couldn't be more excited. However, the excitement that students are experiencing may be short-lived once they see what this semester's courses will entail. Although students will be happy to be back at Dayton, they may realize this semester will be more difficult than they predicted. Here are some things that happen during syllabus week explained by " The Office."