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Originally posted by SockPuppet3
I can see why people think I'm being petty and superficial. Maybe I am to an extent. But, like it or not, image is not just something that can be ignored.
I've tried to start an aerobics class, but after a month of meeting 3 times a week, there have been only 3 girls come. And, those 3 were ones who don't need to shed weight. The rest of the sisters were busy watching TV and passing a bowl of cheetos.
I invited a MK representative to a retreat once... most of the girls were just turned off by the sales tactics. They almost seemed to resent the fact that she asked if anyone wanted to purchase anything.
It just seems unfair that those of us who would like to participate in things greek life generally offers can't. I don't want to disaffiliate because I know, in the grand scheme of things, the collegiate aspect of sorority life is much shorter than alum.
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Now, I'm not being accusatory, but are you TELLING people that you're doing aerobics classes to help the "bigger" girls lose weight? 'Cause I'm telling you, if you are, than the people who "need" to go to the classes are sitting back at the dorms (or house) going, "Oh, my God! Can you BELIEVE sock puppet?! She's such a b***** for trying to make us lose weight." Don't make it obvious.
Can I tell you, I was in a sorority that wasn't the "stereotypical" sorority, and I have tons and tons of friends who were. I was on sorority council, went to bars and parties with girls from other sororities, etc... I know the frustration with not being able to have mixers with the fraternities that other sororities can, so I understand what you're saying about wanting to do the stereotypical "greek life" things. But there are ways to still do those things. And the fact of the matter is, although I still did those things, and was well liked in the greek community (that's right, I said it!), my chapter contains 100+ girls that I can turn to with my problems. My 4 closest friends are from my chapter and pledge class. That's why I still love my chapter and sorority, and never regret my decision.