No news to tell really....I'm sort of in a holding pattern here. My AC president has my application, and the letters of recommendation that I need, but can't find whom to send all the paperwork to. I talked to her about 2 weeks ago, and she said that no one will get back with her on where the paperwork needs to go. :( So as of right now, I'm just waiting. They had hoped to initiate me this fall but that's obviously not going to happen. I am disappointed, but at the same time, I feel like we all get to know each other more, and will make the day I can call these girls my sisters even more special. ( But I really want that day to be soon!!:p ). Anyways, I know that this process is not over-night, and that some of you ladies have waited years and years!! So, I'm trying to be patient and keep positive! But if anything happens, I will surely let you all know.

Hang in there Jenn!

I'm in a similar situation. My paperwork had been sent in a long time ago, and all was thought to be set.

But when nothing happened, it was discovered that there were still more steps to be taken. In this particular sorority, AI is very rare.. so it was understandable that not everyone was familiar with the exact procedure.

Through the help of three amazing women here on GC (you know who you are, and I will thank you publically when I can reveal more!).. and one non-GC woman-- who has moved heaven and earth for me... they were able to get the ball rolling again.

I'm still waiting.. but it is well worth the wait. I've been able to meet some of the women in the Alumnae Chapter, and they've been terrific! They have invited me to all of their activities, even though "the big day" hasn't yet happened for me. I feel so at home with them, and so welcomed.

Whether "it happens, or not" I still plan to contribute any way I can to the amazing work these women do for their philanthropy.

So, please don't get discouraged. I'm only writing this to let you know that what you're going through is not uncommon. Keep the faith! It will be worth all the ups and downs getting there!

Hey guys! Just thought I'd give you guys an update on my group: over the Xmas holidays, I went to a couple of parties with them, and have been doing monthly happy hours when I can. Thats really about it right now-no news on the status of my paperwork, although, I filled it out almost a year ago, and have so many more activities I am involved in now-do you think I could ask the president of our chapter if I could add them onto my paperwork? I'm alot more involved in the community than I was a year ago, and would really like to add them-but don't know if I could ask to have my paperwork back. Anyways, thats really about it. I wish I had more to tell!! :)

However, a big CONGRATULATIONS is needed for our newest AI-blueangel, lake, TCV!!! You go girls!! :D :D

Thanks so much, and you hang in there! Your day will come soon too. Always be prepared. I learned first-hand it can happen at any time!

Hi guys! I know I've pretty much dropped off the face of the greekchat earth, but I just wanted to give an update of where my journey is at right now. I'm still waiting for my formal acceptance into the group that I've been pursuing for the past couple of years. The AC that I'm with is really new, and young-when I say young, I mean only having been around for about 3 years. Anyways, I spent a great summer with the girls, and saw them alot. We've just planned our fall events, and we came up with alot of great ideas-I am proud to say that I am getting to coordinate some volunteer work for the group-I can't really go into specifics, or it will give it away! The AC president told me that she's going to be talking with some regional people this week to see what else we can do for a possible AI. Anyways, that's where I'm at right now.

I don't mind that the process is slow-going and long. I have really gotten to know the girls in the group well, and we have alot of fun together. They are all smart, funny, beautiful women that I hope I can one day call my sisters! I really hope it happens, because I really want to get involved with the collegiate chapter near us, and do what I can do strengthen our AC group! The great thing is, the girls are so supportive of me and what I'm trying to accomplish-and that means more to me than I could ever say.

Anyhoo, so that's my update for now! :)

my fingers are crossed for you Jenn!

Thanks for the update & sending good vibes your way!:)

Oh, it's good to know you are still out there and still hoping. I think the work you are doing with the ladies will be helpful.:)

JennRN

it sounds like things are progressing nicely for you!

You are headed in the right direction and sounds like your acceptance is greatly coming for you.

You Go Girl!:cool:

Great news that you are getting involved! Will keep sending you good vibes!

Quick update-my application, and various letters of sponsorship/reccomendation were sent into the group's headquarters last week-so not I just get to wait...with fingers crossed!!

I wanted some ideas from the ladies here though-I would like to get a gift for the AC pres ( for her letter on my behalf), and the other 2 ladies who wrote me rec letters-I don't want to just send thank-you notes, because I feel so touched they would do this for me. Any good ideas on some small gifts to get?

send them a dozen of the groups flowers

Well, I'm still doing events with my group. At our last happy hour, I gave thank-you notes and gift cards for a day spa, to my sponser, the ac president, and another girl who wrote me a rec letter. The paperwork is at their nationals...and they told me that a few women who need to see my paperwork, are out of town right now...but that everyone else who needs to see it has, and has approved it...so I'm still waiting anxiously with butterflies. I feel like it's moving so quick now, and that soon it will be done...hopefully with news I want to hear, ha ha! :D

Initiation is soon for the collegians near me, and I know my group is making plans for me to initiate with them, if we get the go ahead. I am truly a bundle of emotions right now. I think about this everyday-you guys, I want this so bad. The waiting is killing me, I swear....:D

:)

What good news so far...it sounds like things are really working out. I am hoping and praying for you that you will get the news you want soon!


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What she said! I got a hankerin' for another guessing game! :)