Talk to the NMC at the new chapter. At this year's DLC, it was stressed that Delta Diamond Sisters should not be paying for any gifts out of pocket, and that all new member gifts need to come from the NMC budget.
Of course, it was also indicated that as a Delta Diamond, you will want to share ADPi with your Alpha Diamond. Writing little notes and giving her small "happies" (an inexpensive plush lion, baking cookies, giving her some of your old ADPi t-shirts, etc.) are perfectly acceptable.
Time spent with your diamond sister is the most precious. Make an effort to call her weekly and make plans to include her with your friends and ADPi sisters-- lunches, watching TV at night, exercising together, studying together, etc.
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