DST's 48th National Convention in Philly

[treblk]

Sorors I had a BLAST in Philly!!! It was so wonderful finally meeting GC Sorors. The stepshow was great! FCAC did their thing, so did the Farwest Sorors. Ya'll should have seen me, rooting for both the EAST and WEST! I even got my hyhie on when the Farwest Sorors played Tell me when to go. LOL

^^Good question, I wonder if Ladygreek did win?

[CrimsonTide4]

Originally Posted by kiml122

Umm, you were suppose to call me, and you would have had your cheesesteak

I had a ball meeting all of my GC sorors. Club Delta was definitely better here in my Philly then in Vegas. Seriously I had a blast and I live here....he he he

I had a great time as well meeting my GC Sorors and running into people from high school who are also Sorors. Soror KimL is well known all around Philly. She could not go anywhere in Philly without meeting someone.

I miss y'all.

[CrimsonTide4]

Originally Posted by treblk

Sorors I had a BLAST in Philly!!! It was so wonderful finally meeting GC Sorors. The stepshow was great! FCAC did their thing, so did the Farwest Sorors. Ya'll should have seen me, rooting for both the EAST and WEST! I even got my hyhie on when the Farwest Sorors played Tell me when to go. LOL

^^Good question, I wonder if Ladygreek did win?

Results will be announced tonight at closing banquet.

We'll always have room 110.

[orighu]

I have Delta in my bloodBy ASHLEY ARNOLD
IT WAS LIKE flipping through a photo album filled with pictures of my friends and family.

At the Pennsylvania Convention Center, I found myself surrounded by women of every shade, size and age, all sharing the common bond of being a Delta, the sorority that's having its national convention here through tomorrow.

In each of these women I saw something that reminded me of home - there were some that could be my mom or my grandmother or just a family friend. In a smile, just a friendly gesture, I found myself feeling more welcome into this group and less intimidated by the sea of crimson and cream, the sorority colors.

I was there on the convention floor because Delta Sigma Theta has always been a large part of my life, from my grandmother to my mother; it has always been a legacy. As I walked into my first Delta convention, I didn't know what to expect. I went upstairs to the registration desk and, at first, was overwhelmed to be surrounded by so many women, basically strangers except for their Delta connection, who were able to speak so freely with one another about their experiences and their backgrounds.

But soon I settled into a groove. The relaxed nature of the group, the comfort they had in each other's presence was amazing. I felt truly at home when I was there, everyone was incredibly open and seemed excited to be with one another.

Inside the convention, even in the commercial part, there was a connection to the legacy of the Deltas. Each row of vendors was identified by the name of a past president as a tribute to their work with Delta Sigma Theta. It was amazing to see the past and present brought together in such a touching manner. It seemed to say that these people had created the path and led this group to where it is today, the largest international, mostly African-American sorority.

"Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom" is the motto of Delta Sigma Theta. To say that the Delta point of view has influenced me would be a gross understatement - I'm surrounded by them in my family.

MANY VALUES WERE instilled in me by my mother and grandmother. Aside from the basics that all young girls should be raised with, I also was brought up with Delta's "Five-Point Thrust." These oddly named but extremely useful five points were always stressed in my household. They are (1) economic and (2) educational development, (3) international and (4) political awareness and involvement, and (5) physical and mental health.

One of the things that I like about the Delta view of the world is that it extends to younger people like me. In Fayetteville, N.C., where I live, I was involved in a Delta group for teenagers called the Cupids. We did community service, attended various social events, and had a variety of other activities to help us bond.

As a rising senior in high school, I continue to do community service, not simply because it's required by my school, but because I know it is important to participate to make where I live a better place. Delta Sigma Theta is more than just a business to me, it's family, it's community, it's caring, and it's a sisterhood.


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Ashley Arnold, 16, will be the senior editor of her high school newspaper this year.

[kiml122]

Originally Posted by CrimsonTide4

I had a great time as well meeting my GC Sorors and running into people from high school who are also Sorors. Soror KimL is well known all around Philly. She could not go anywhere in Philly without meeting someone.

I miss y'all.

I keep telling y'all that I live here so I know a lot of people. Man meeting my GC sorors and hanging with you all this weekend was a serious blast. I already have the pics downloaded already....Now FLKing...he he he, so let me know what email address I should send them to, also my stalker has been stalking me since yesterday...and 3 times already this morning...he he he.

CT4, you are so right I miss y'all so much, and yup we will always have room 110. CT4, I hope that the cheesesteaks lasted for you until you got home.

[CrimsonTide4]

Originally Posted by kiml122

I keep telling y'all that I live here so I know a lot of people. Man meeting my GC sorors and hanging with you all this weekend was a serious blast. I already have the pics downloaded already....Now FLKing...he he he, so let me know what email address I should send them to, also my stalker has been stalking me since yesterday...and 3 times already this morning...he he he.

CT4, you are so right I miss y'all so much, and yup we will always have room 110. CT4, I hope that the cheesesteaks lasted for you until you got home.

Yes the cheesteaks lasted and were yummy. I put it in the oven like you told me.

LMAO @ your stalker!!! E-mail me the pictures at my usual place.

[kiml122]

Originally Posted by CrimsonTide4

Yes the cheesteaks lasted and were yummy. I put it in the oven like you told me.

LMAO @ your stalker!!! E-mail me the pictures at my usual place.

I'm glad that they turned out cool....stop laughing at my stalker. Ok, I am going to email the pics to you now and to Gina1201 and mulattogyrl, and FLKing.

[Diovanka8]

I got chills reading the replies of those that attended the Convention. Glad you ladies had a fabulous time!

[FLKING]

Originally Posted by CrimsonTide4

Results will be announced tonight at closing banquet.

We'll always have room 110.

And dont forget the back of hair

[FLKING]

Originally Posted by kiml122

I keep telling y'all that I live here so I know a lot of people. Man meeting my GC sorors and hanging with you all this weekend was a serious blast. I already have the pics downloaded already....Now FLKing...he he he, so let me know what email address I should send them to, also my stalker has been stalking me since yesterday...and 3 times already this morning...he he he.

CT4, you are so right I miss y'all so much, and yup we will always have room 110. CT4, I hope that the cheesesteaks lasted for you until you got home.

You just had to show out didnt you? LOL and yes ROOM 110 was the hot spot. Almost didnt make it back there because of Gina1201 and her crew, but hey, it is all love.

[treblk]

Originally Posted by FLKING

You just had to show out didnt you? LOL and yes ROOM 110 was the hot spot. Almost didnt make it back there because of Gina1201 and her crew, but hey, it is all love.

ROOM 110 IS WHERE IT ALL WENT DOWN!!!!
FLking and her bag of hair LOL!!
I feel like we should just roll up to Philly and stay with KimL! And I'on want your stalker to be trying to get in touch with you like that! Tell your stalker I said..holla at me
What a funny way to meet Gina1201 and her LS's.

[FLKING]

Originally Posted by treblk

ROOM 110 IS WHERE IT ALL WENT DOWN!!!!
FLking and her bag of hair LOL!!
I feel like we should just roll up to Philly and stay with KimL! And I'on want your stalker to be trying to get in touch with you like that! Tell your stalker I said..holla at me
What a funny way to meet Gina1201 and her LS's.

How bout I get our pics up outcha . As for the bolded, that was crazy. But What was funny was you and CT4 meeting. LOL

[Visionary22]

1) Convention was wonderful!

2) The Step Show was GREAT!

3) I love the tribute to Soror Sadie T.M. Alexander in the program booklet.

4) I was a little apprehensive about the Gala but that actually turned out to be a beautiful evening.

5) Soror Mary Frances Berry - What can I say! She certainly speaks her mind.

6) I liked how we named the vendor rows after the Past National Presidents.

7) Soror Vashti, once again, delivered a dynamic message.

8) I AM SO PROUD TO BE A DELTA!

[kiml122]

Originally Posted by FLKING

But What was funny was you and CT4 meeting. LOL

OMG Becky, I am going to remember that meeting between Treblk and CT4 for freaking ever.....I am still laughing about that even now just thinking about it. Send the pics to Treblk since you have them.

[mulattogyrl]

Just got back from closing ceremony and I can't sleep. It was so fun meeting you all. This was a really nice convention. I can't even put into words how I feel about Delta right now.