Texas Daughter's Recruitment Thread!

aggieAXO · #1 08-17-2006, 05:44 PM

opps-sorry about the preposition thing-I guess we can no loger edit our posts

texasmom · #2 08-17-2006, 06:31 PM

It's nice to see everyone guessing about the school (he-he). TexasDaughter has given me permission to name the school once Recruitment starts (and it's very close now, less than a week away!) Her schedule will be as follows:
Round 1 - visit all sororities - PNMs will wear a Recruitment t-shirt and denim bottoms (either shorts or skirt) - visits will be 20 minutes to each house. TexasDaughter is going to wear a cute denim skirt.
Round 2 - visit up to 9 houses - casual dress. TexasDaughter is going to wear a skirt and a silky top.
Round 3 - visit up to 6 houses - this is Philanthophy Day. TexasDaughter is really looking forward to this round -- some of the GLOs have philanthropies very dear to her heart.
Round 4 - visit up to 4 houses - this is Sisterhood Day. TexasDaughter is planning on wearing a really cute print sundress. She understands this is a little more serious round.
Round 5 - Pref Night - visit 2 houses. TexasDaughter wants to wear black (I know, I know -- she should probably wear a color, but this dress is beautiful). She also has a really cute polka dot dress she may wear.
So much has been written on this Board about Pref Night and she really hopes to have the fortune and opportunity to be a part of such a special event.
Then, after all this, it's BID DAY!!!
Preparing for Recruitment, along with preparing for college in general, has made this a really hectic week. In a funny sort of way, we're dreading and looking forward to it at the same time. Does that make sense?

IHeartDDD · #3 08-17-2006, 08:48 PM

I just have one reallly quick piece of advice for your PNM! Make sure she goes over any content she has on her facebook or myspace accounts, because sorority members will be checking out their rush crushes through these mediums and it's always a good idea to present yourself in the best light, and not have anything embarassing or something that would tarnish her reputation on these sites! I'm sure you've already thought of that, but this is also a reminder to all PNM's!

GtownGirl98 · #4 08-18-2006, 10:13 AM

If it is Texas A&M... maybe she will meet my brother. My mom called me at 7 her time to tell me they were going to something for new students today. He is glad that he didn't get the 3 person suite that he original was assigned to. He is going to be a Junior with all the credits that he has but if you see a tall, skinny, white boy with an afro of black curls from Houston then tell him hi from his sister in KY.

I wouldn't normally describe someone this way... but these are all true statements about my brother.

BamaDad · #5 08-18-2006, 10:44 AM

You know, as a Dad, I must admit it got a little crazy with the clothes aspect of rush. My daughter gave us fashion shows, poses, etc., to make sure everything was just right. And heaven help me if I gave the wrong opinion about how the fabric color matches her skin, or whether she should wear her hair down or in a ponytail with a certain outfit. Does this look okay, Daddy? Or should I wear the blue and white dress on Wednesday? How about these shoes?

I can only hope I gave the right answers....

irishpipes · #6 08-18-2006, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by BamaDad

You know, as a Dad, I must admit it got a little crazy with the clothes aspect of rush. My daughter gave us fashion shows, poses, etc., to make sure everything was just right. And heaven help me if I gave the wrong opinion about how the fabric color matches her skin, or whether she should wear her hair down or in a ponytail with a certain outfit. Does this look okay, Daddy? Or should I wear the blue and white dress on Wednesday? How about these shoes?

I can only hope I gave the right answers....

BamaDad you are cracking me up. Why can't we all have dads like this?

LouisaMay · #7 08-18-2006, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BamaDad

You know, as a Dad, I must admit it got a little crazy with the clothes aspect of rush. My daughter gave us fashion shows, poses, etc., to make sure everything was just right. And heaven help me if I gave the wrong opinion about how the fabric color matches her skin, or whether she should wear her hair down or in a ponytail with a certain outfit. Does this look okay, Daddy? Or should I wear the blue and white dress on Wednesday? How about these shoes?

I can only hope I gave the right answers....

I think it is adorable that your daughter asks for your opinion on clothes!! That's so sweet

LOVEinZTA · #8 08-18-2006, 12:40 PM

haha, I don't think my father even knows what rush was, I just called home on bid day and was like "guess what!" no one else in my family was ever involved in the Greek system at all though.

Stef the Pef · #9 08-26-2006, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by BamaDad

You know, as a Dad, I must admit it got a little crazy with the clothes aspect of rush. My daughter gave us fashion shows, poses, etc., to make sure everything was just right. And heaven help me if I gave the wrong opinion about how the fabric color matches her skin, or whether she should wear her hair down or in a ponytail with a certain outfit. Does this look okay, Daddy? Or should I wear the blue and white dress on Wednesday? How about these shoes?

I can only hope I gave the right answers....

This has to be the cutest post I've seen on here! I loved all the pre-rush shopping!

As for this thread as a whole, though, the waiting is unbearable! Even if she is an aggie (and you know the Bears aren't going to let 'em win in Waco this year!), this thread has been a wonderful read. The KD house at A&M opened its house and its arms to our pledge retreat my freshman year, and they have a great Greek Row. I'm wishing the best for Texasdaughter!

texasmom · #10 08-26-2006, 06:36 PM

Today was Bid Day. I've deliberately stayed off the forum the last day and a a half because I've been SO antsy. Just can't focus. I did get on this afternoon and was heartened to read all the nice posts. I do feel like TexasDaughter and I have had some special help in our corner.

Last night TexasDaughter attended Pref Night. And today, I'm proud to report TexasDaughter received her official bid from (can you stand it?))

...... ALPHA DELTA PI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

She called about 5 minutes ago and sounds SO, SO HAPPY. She said, "Mom I can't talk now. I'm going to meet all my pledge sisters, but I'll call you later."

So it's my pleasure to thank all you nice ladies and gentlemen who have commented and given so much invaluable advice during the past week. You all have touched me deeply and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

I do have to sign off, now, 'cause after this week I think TexasDaughter deserves some FLOWERS!!!

By the way ADPi was the "Chris" group, for those keeping score. I'll post details later of all the other groups. Gotta go call that florist.

Love, TEXASMOM