An Observation

Queencece · #1 07-23-2000, 12:48 AM

As I read through all of the previous boards and see the love that the ZETAS give each other I now know that Z Phi B is the way that I wanna go. You might say that all the sororities show love to each other and yes I understand that, but its different when the ZETAS show love. As I read these boards it's an undescribable feeling that lets me know that when I join I will be able to spread the same love as I see here. Thanks To Z Phi B for letting me know that being a ZETA is definitely for me and not only that I believe that I can uphold the priniciples of Finerwomanhood, Scholarship, Service and Sisterly Love! Thanks Again
Peace and one
Queencece

[This message has been edited by Queencece (edited July 23, 2000).]

Asia2000 · #2 07-23-2000, 04:45 AM

After reading over these message board, I am under the impression that assuming you will become a member ("when I join") and assuming that you will even be given the opporutnity to pledge (in the other post) is a No-No.

1blubaby · #3 07-23-2000, 04:46 PM

Slow down tuffy! "When you join"....please change that to if you are extended an invitation to join. It is not a given about membership in ZPhiB. There are many hurdles you must cross before joining my Sorority! Continue to do your research. Best of Luck in your quest to be a part of the Best!! For membership has it's priviledges!

Queencece · #4 07-24-2000, 12:26 AM

Well I was trying to have a positive attitude towards the whole idea. I mean what am I suppose to say negative things. I don't think so! If I want to succeed in something I have positive thoughts and get myself mentally ready and then I handle my B.I. (business). So, if that implied anything negative my bad, but that is how I handle mine. With positive thoughts which is how I wrote it....with no frontin and no disrespect.

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Originally posted by Asia2000:
After reading over these message board, I am under the impression that assuming you will become a member ("when I join") and assuming that you will even be given the opporutnity to pledge (in the other post) is a No-No.

ZetaAce · #5 07-24-2000, 07:23 AM

Queencece- Good luck in your quest to become a Zeta. Also, thank you for your compliment. Being Sisterly comes naturally for a FinerWoman!

I agree with the sentiments that you shouldn't say 'when you join' for the same reasons that my soror says above, but keep your positive outlook and continue striving to become a member of the best!

ZetaAce

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Asia2000 · #6 07-24-2000, 09:24 AM

Nothing wrong with positivity. The process of seeking membership to nearly any greek organization is a difficult and trying one -- you'll need a positive attitude to make it through. However, it would've been very damaging to your chances if you were to approach a member on your campus and tell them how you are about to join her sorority - it makes it look like you don't appreciate or realize the struggle that she had to overcome and you don't value the gift of it's membership.

To the ladies of ZPhiB: WOW! I've seen interests in other sorority boards get torn to shreds with catty remarks for making these honest mistakes that many people who don't know that much about greek life make. I mean really ripped apart with insults and snobbyness. I am impressed with how nicely you ladies handled this situation and this correction.

ZetaAce · #7 07-24-2000, 09:37 AM

Asia2000- I try to remember when I was an interest before I post an answer.

Biting someone's head off because of the way they worded something is just silly, IMO.

ZetaAce

1blubaby · #8 07-24-2000, 01:24 PM

Queencece,

There is nothing wrong with being positive. Saying "when you join" isn't being positive, it is assuming. And we all know what assuming does for us! Like I said before nothing is a given when it comes to joining any BGLO.

Shelacious · #9 07-24-2000, 04:13 PM

Thank you for the compliments....

I'm proud that the SISTERLY LOVE that our FOUNDERS invisioned when they articulated our principles continues to shine brightly in the hearts of those that have taken the oath of Zeta. A Pretty Kitty, Dove-n-Flight Z-Phi to my Sorors, and good luck to all in their quest to be a Finer Woman...it takes an exceptional woman to be a Zeta!

sisterly and best,
shela

Queencece · #10 07-24-2000, 08:37 PM

Thank you not tearing me to shreads. I appreciate that very much and again my bad on the way I worded the remark earlier. I apologize for that. I now understand why I got the remarks I did at first. I didnt mean anything by it, but again I apologize. Thanks Asia2000 for telling me what da deal was. That was well put and your explaination was definitely a good one.

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Originally posted by Asia2000:
Nothing wrong with positivity. The process of seeking membership to nearly any greek organization is a difficult and trying one -- you'll need a positive attitude to make it through. However, it would've been very damaging to your chances if you were to approach a member on your campus and tell them how you are about to join her sorority - it makes it look like you don't appreciate or realize the struggle that she had to overcome and you don't value the gift of it's membership.

To the ladies of ZPhiB: WOW! I've seen interests in other sorority boards get torn to shreds with catty remarks for making these honest mistakes that many people who don't know that much about greek life make. I mean really ripped apart with insults and snobbyness. I am impressed with how nicely you ladies handled this situation and this correction.

Zeta Lady · #11 07-25-2000, 12:09 AM

Good luck on your quest into the Blue and White family. I am a neo and don't have as much insight as my other Sorors, however there are several channels that you may have to go through before you even receive an invitation into this Illustrious organization. I believe if you let God lead you He will guide you towards the light.

Sweet Deliverance · #12 07-26-2000, 06:49 PM

Thanks for the compliments on our conduct. Zeta Ladies always try to behave in a manner which leads by example and makes the Founders and sorors around us proud.

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Asia2000 · #13 07-28-2000, 02:23 AM

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Originally posted by Queencece:
Thanks Asia2000 for telling me what da deal was. That was well put and your explaination was definitely a good one.

I really didn't understand any of these politics before becoming a member of this message board. Actually, I made a huge mistake one time and almost jepordized a friend of mine. We were at a social gathering and I knew she was interested in becoming a Delta. She was currently pledging a service frat at the time and telling me how dificult it was. Well, my ignorant behind, I yelled over the noise of the crowd, "JUST WAIT TILL YOU GET ON LINE FOR DELTA." My God, I thought she was going to kill me right then and there.

She schooled the hell out of me later!!

The worst thing was, nobody heard us, but maybe 30 seconds after I said that, a whole bunch of Deltas decided to stand right behind us to watch the show!! Had i said it a minute later, they all would've heard me!!

But I digress: It's hard to understand the politics when you're not exposed to Greek Life and you don't REALLY understand that bond and how closely these women hold their sororities to their hearts. The more I saw that, the more I knew I had to find the sorority that was right for me. Thank god, I've found it (let's just pray now that I can do what it takes to get in there!!)

It's a good idea to sit back and bit and watch the mistakes of other GDI's. You'll learn a lot, and you won't suffer for the lesson!!

Queencece, good luck in your quest. Say a little prayer for mine, too! ;-)

DISCLAIMER: This happened to me on another board, someone mistook my compliment of their sorority as an interest: I am not referring to Zeta when I mention the sorority I've found.

I just think it's in my best interest at this point in time to leave her nameless.

Asia

Queencece · #14 07-28-2000, 10:15 PM

Girl while I'm praying for myself I'll pray for you too. I wish you well on your journey as well. Good Luck!!
Queencece

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Originally posted by Asia2000:
I really didn't understand any of these politics before becoming a member of this message board. Actually, I made a huge mistake one time and almost jepordized a friend of mine. We were at a social gathering and I knew she was interested in becoming a Delta. She was currently pledging a service frat at the time and telling me how dificult it was. Well, my ignorant behind, I yelled over the noise of the crowd, "JUST WAIT TILL YOU GET ON LINE FOR DELTA." My God, I thought she was going to kill me right then and there. She schooled the hell out of me later!! The worst thing was, nobody heard us, but maybe 30 seconds after I said that, a whole bunch of Deltas decided to stand right behind us to watch the show!! Had i said it a minute later, they all would've heard me!!

But I digress: It's hard to understand the politics when you're not exposed to Greek Life and you don't REALLY understand that bond and how closely these women hold their sororities to their hearts. The more I saw that, the more I knew I had to find the sorority that was right for me. Thank god, I've found it (let's just pray now that I can do what it takes to get in there!!)

It's a good idea to sit back and bit and watch the mistakes of other GDI's. You'll learn a lot, and you won't suffer for the lesson!!

Queencece, good luck in your quest. Say a little prayer for mine, too! ;-)

DISCLAIMER: This happened to me on another board, someone mistook my compliment of their sorority as an interest: I am not referring to Zeta when I mention the sorority I've found. I just think it's in my best interest at this point in time to leave her nameless.

Asia

Finer Woman10-A-91 · #15 07-29-2000, 12:05 AM

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Originally posted by Asia2000:
DISCLAIMER: This happened to me on another board, someone mistook my compliment of their sorority as an interest: I am not referring to Zeta when I mention the sorority I've found. I just think it's in my best interest at this point in time to leave her nameless.
Asia

Asia2000
I have read many of your posts. I thought you said were already in a sorority and you were trying to charter an asian sorority.

PS No need to post disclaimers. The interests of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. very clearly know who they are and are known by the members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. And the members reply accordingly.

As you probably have noticed, the members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. have a different way of handling their business...nasty behavior is not one of them.

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