Crossing my fingers!

[massieblockwb]

Hi, everyone! I just wanted to introduce myself (sort of!) as I hope to be a regular here! You can call me Massie for right now (it’s not my real name, but I don’t want step on anyone’s toes by posting my exact intentions all over the internet!) I am hoping to join as an alumnae initiate. I am planning to contact HQ this week.

I know I’m going to get asked, “Why didn’t you join in college?” Well, the answer is really rather complicated. During high school, I was SO very active in clubs and especially in my local junior women’s club. During the average month, I probably spent at the very least 20 to 30 hours volunteering and participating in club activities along with going to school and working part-time, and to be honest, by the time college rolled around, I was honestly tired. I was ready for a change and a more laid-back existence for awhile. Also, I went from a very small high school to a huge state university, and that was huge culture shock for me. In addition, I had at the time lots of commitments back home, and almost every other weekend was spent traveling back to my hometown. So at the time, I did not feel that it was fair to join any group when I just didn’t have the time or ability to commit to them the way I should. Honestly, if I can’t join something wholeheartedly, then I don’t join at all!

It was quite by accident that I stumbled upon the AI process. I know it can be long and arduous, but I'm willing to make that effort. I have been regretting for many years my decision not to pursue initiation into a sorority, and I humbly hope that it will happen for me! I have been missing for many years the close companionship that I had with the "sisters" of my junior women's club (for high school girls--not adults). I also have missed the natural high of doing something awesome for the community. I know that AI is an honor...and I know that it may not work out, but I have my fingers crossed. If anyone has any advice for me, I would greatly appreciate the help!