I don't say it enough, or act like I appreciate all of you, but I do, greatly. It is kind of difficult to start typing this letter, because it's hard to put into words how blessed I am to be able to be a part of this organization. Thank you for being there for me no matter the situation, laughing at my corny jokes even when they aren't funny, for telling me everything is going to be OK when I don't think it is and for making me a better person. I can't thank you all enough.
In high school, you could say that I never really had "fit in" with a particular group of people. I mean, I did have a group of girls who I hung out with, and was heavily involved with sports and clubs, but at times I felt as if I was an outcast. I then decided it was time for a change. I graduated from high school, then never looking back, I registered for sorority recruitment. I always knew I wanted to join a sorority, but I never could make up my mind. I heard stories and have seen from Instagram how great it was being in a sorority and that you make friendships and memories that would last a life time. I know you shouldn't believe everything you see on social media but how great it is being in a sorority posts, I do believe. Thank you for being those group of people I fit in greatly with. Thank you for accepting for who I am and letting me be my goofy self. I literally have no idea where I would be without all of you.
I know I haven't been in the organization very long, but I have already come to enjoy our amazing sisterhood. Although I might not have gotten the chance to hang out with all of you, I can say that I respect you very much. It such an honor to share the same letters I wear across my chest with all of you. If I have had a million conversations with you, or just one, the fact that we share the same letters means that you are an important person in my life. We may drive each other crazy and have our not so great moments, but I wouldn't trade being a part of this organization for the world. We all bring something unique to the table, may it be leadership or being extremely hilarious—that's what makes this sorority amazing.
Going through recruitment was very tough. I had my heart set on another sorority, but at the end of the day, all that matters that I found my true home away from home. Who knew I would meet someone who loves books and someone who loves monograms as much as I do? Joining Gamma Phi Beta was unexpected—that's what makes it even better.
Being in a sorority is powerful. It is like a web, of trust and friendships that keeps growing.The best part is, it will last a lifetime. It is falling down the stairs and the other one laughing so hard she can't help you up. It is staying up and talking all night when you have an exam at 8 a.m. It is having a conversation with someone then walking away cracking up.It is late night McDonald's run when you don't want to go alone. It is being truthful and supportive to all your sisters. It is being a part of something bigger than yourself.
As Natalie Pike said, "I just know this is one of those experiences in my life when I am 80 years old and my memory is fading, that I am going to look back on it and say, how lucky was I? How lucky were all of us?"
Thank you, sisters, for being the greatest group of people ever.
