Day 2 of recruitment has just finished and it was just as fabulous as the first night. We went to 6 sororities today to talk to more people and learn about their respective philanthropies and make a craft
Here's we go....
First stop of the day was Starburst...
The same energy I had previously was still there. I clicked with the first person that I talked to. Thinking while that was great, it started to stretch thin really quick. I tried to keep going but it was little difficult than it was the first time around. I stayed with one girl and she was really sweet and very accomodating especially with the craft work but the connection/rapport was waning at times. We had great conversations and kept going but there was something off that couldn't quite put my finger on it. I appreciate the hospitality that she offered me the entire time but after comparing with the rest of the sororities, it seemed different; the connection was just not all there. Despite that, I didn't know much about this sorority but at least I came out with a lot of respect for these ladies and saw what they had to offer.
Next we headed over to Hershey's Kisses...
When I stepped into the room, I was all smiles, I paired with the same 2 people I talked to the night before. I was really lucky and a great concidence! I felt so comfortable and had a great time making their craft and talking with the ladies. Some girls that I knew came up me to say hey and appreciated that very much
When they talked about their philanthropy and what it meant to them I was so touched, to the point where I started to tear up. After they made their presentation, I cried a little b/c their presentation excuded to the genuine love and support they had for their philanthropy. They was never a dull moment at this party. I see these girls as my sisters, the girls I can hang out with and talk to; with the second girl I talked to, it was very open and felt that connection that I can talk to her about anything and everything. This was my favorite party of the night. I could not wait to come back for, the connection was very strong!
Then we trekked to Red Vines...
I had such a great time! I instantly clicked with the girl I was paired with. We had such a great conversation about shopping, clothes, and just about everything. I realized that we so many things in common and amazed how well things went. There was never a dull moment. Another girl came in joined our conversation and totally clicked with her as well, it was so easy to get through conversations and enjoyed every minute of it! We had such a great time that we forgot to do the craft, we were so caught in each other's company. I really enjoyed and those are the conversations I love having. I was bummed when I had to leave b/c the time went by so quickly! I really love this party and hope to come back next time!
Then we moved on to Cream Savers....
I felt comfortable here as well. The girls were nice and genuinely excited to get to know me. We had quite a few things in common and reciprocated the rapport. It was not overwhelmingly obvious as the night before but it was enough to enjoy myself and have a great time. I talked to a couple of more girls and found out we are involved in the same activities. In addition, the last girl I was talking to gave me the best advice about choosing my top four when I asked how her sorority stood out from the rest when she rushed and it was the best advice I have ever received regarding recruitment! These are really fun girls and really enjoy each other's company and support. While I appreciated that very much, I felt like was looking from the outside more than being immersed into it as in other parties. Again, I didn't know much about this sorority, but regardless I have a newfound respect that I thought would never occur.
Next rushed right over to Smarties...
I had such a wonderful time in here. I felt so comfortable talking to the ladies and making the craft. I enjoying making the craft b/c it was so neat. The first girl I talked to was helping out come up with ideas. We put our heads together and came up with something fabulous. Again, conversation was so much fun and never dull. We had quite a few things in common and that happened with every girl I talked to. Overall, I had a wonderful time and thought that I can see these girls as my sisters because they are so easygoing and reflect myself
Last but certainly not least we visited Icebreakers....
The minute stepped into the room, I had the biggest smile on my face. I could not stop smiling when they were singing. I felt so connected with the girls when they singing and when I was talking to the girls. Quite a few girls that I knew came up to me to say hey and see how I was doing. Again, I was really touched by that. Even though it was the last party, I was so excited to be there even to the point where I got some of the girls I was talking to be excited. My personality shined through at this party and loved every minute I was there. These girls are so fun that I can totally let loose with them if given the opporunity. A great way to end the night!
Then it came time to rank my top four. By the time it was the fourth party, it was a clear decision where I felt it was the best fit. It is as follows
1- Hershey's Kisses
1- Icebreakers
1- Smarties
1- Red Vines
2- Cream Savers
3- Starburst
I would love the opportunity to get invited back to all of my top four. I was pretty sure that these were I enjoyed, loved and had the best connections with. I gave my 2 and 3 picks so much and while they were fun as well, it was not as strong as my top four. This night, I had a great time, I was really comfortable and really got a chance to let them get to know me and my interest in their organizations. I finally can say philanthropy correctly and perfected the art of the illusion of the first time
I'm really proud that I did that! Overall, a great second night and hope that the third day will just as wonderful!
More to come soon.... the next round starts in about 11 hours, I cannot wait where I get invited to! Thanks again for all the support and well wishes, it keeps me very motivated and de-stress and have an amazing time!