D9 question.

DSTCHAOS · #1 12-09-2006, 09:13 AM

I like to pick on people anyway so I have no problem picking on someone from another D9. I usually try not to choose someone too young because they are probably still in the stage of taking themselves and their organization waaaayyyy too seriously.

I can see the issue from both sides though. I understand showing Greek Love and being playful but some people just don't have it in them and act like it's a crime. I know a Bruh who acted like it was gay for this Alpha to pick on him for having on the "wrong 'nalia." Like dude was trying to pick him up.

Self-importance.

Senusret I · #2 12-09-2006, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by DSTCHAOS

I know a Bruh who acted like it was gay for this Alpha to pick on him for having on the "wrong 'nalia." Like dude was trying to pick him up.

Self-importance.

Ques used to do that to me ALL the time!

Actually, not just Ques. But it feels like it.

Anyway, I always try to make a point to acknowledge other Greeks in public, even if it's just an "I see you, Greek!" as I'm walking by.

But I've had various responses.....this lady with a Delta bag was on the Metro looking like she was having the worst day in the world. So I just said "Smile -- you're a Delta!" and kept walking, and she was so tickled.

But then one of the guys I went to school with became a Kappa, and I made a joking remark like "I'll forgive you" and he got soooooo salty and said "We're all Greek together!"

And I was like....d'uh..... lol

Senusret I · #3 12-09-2006, 01:48 PM

You know what? I make conversations with everybody...... I saw these black ladies who were members of the Red Hats (I could tell by the red hats and purple suits) and I was like "I see you, Red Hat Society!"

I'm weird like that.

DSTCHAOS · #4 12-09-2006, 06:42 PM

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"Smile -- you're a Delta!" and kept walking, and she was so tickled.

The theme for Convention 2008. Reminiscent of "don't worry be happy."

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You know what? I make conversations with everybody...... I saw these black ladies who were members of the Red Hats (I could tell by the red hats and purple suits) and I was like "I see you, Red Hat Society!"

I'm weird like that.

LOL. That's cute. I would've never guessed the name of that society. I mean, it's obvious but still.

Senusret I · #5 12-09-2006, 07:49 PM

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LOL. That's cute. I would've never guessed the name of that society. I mean, it's obvious but still.

I had only ever heard of them because of GreekChat! If I hadn't, I woulda been like DAMN they some bamas!

PrettyBoy · #6 12-10-2006, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by DSTCHAOS

I like to pick on people anyway so I have no problem picking on someone from another D9. I usually try not to choose someone too young because they are probably still in the stage of taking themselves and their organization waaaayyyy too seriously.

I can see the issue from both sides though. I understand showing Greek Love and being playful but some people just don't have it in them and act like it's a crime. I know a Bruh who acted like it was gay for this Alpha to pick on him for having on the "wrong 'nalia." Like dude was trying to pick him up.

Self-importance.

I know, because you pick on me all the time.....

DSTCHAOS · #7 12-10-2006, 12:19 PM

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I know, because you pick on me all the time.....

Coincidentally or not, I don't pick on Kappas. There's always something "don't speak to me, bitch" about them when I come across them.

OOhsoflyDELTA#9 · #8 12-10-2006, 12:34 PM

I usually speak to men in fraternities when I cross thier paths but I've found women tend to have some salt about them for some reason..even if I don't tease them, its a kinda "why are you acknowledging me" attitude..

I usually just give it the "whateva heffa" look and KIM....so much for unity I guess...

slight hijack....have you ever spoken to a member of your own org and they were less then cordial....end slight hijack

SKEEphistAKAte · #9 12-10-2006, 12:47 PM

"I don't like new people" so I don't go out of my way to speak to anyone other than sorors. If another D9 member randomly speaks to me, I would probably just say "Hi" and keep moving. If it is a good day I might ask them where they pledged just to see if we know any of the same people. Other than that they are just another stranger who happens to be in a D9 org. ~shrugs~

DSTCHAOS · #10 12-10-2006, 12:47 PM

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slight hijack....have you ever spoken to a member of your own org and they were less then cordial....end slight hijack

Of course.

With hundreds of thousands of women with different personalities, it's inevitable. The longer you're in your organization, the more you will encounter such folks and the more you'll be one of those folks on occasion.

I've had some women be superstank to the point where I had to really figure out what the problem was but for the most part I just chalk it up to life. I know there are times when I don't feel like being bothered or am in a hurry. I don't wear letters often and go to the same places all the time, so for the most part I only run into Sorors who I already know and get along with. But I don't wear letters or purposefully go around Deltas if I don't feel like being bothered with speaking.

sigmadiva · #11 12-10-2006, 06:27 PM

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slight hijack....have you ever spoken to a member of your own org and they were less then cordial....end slight hijack

For me, never. We tend to be so few and far between that it has been my experience that I've never had a negative encounter with one of my sorors. It has ususally been along the lines of them being inactive, they see me in letters, and they ask me about reactivation, so the experience has been positive.

The only times that I am out and about in letters are when I've just left chapter meeting and had to run some errands, or during Christmas time out shopping when I wear my SGR sweaters.

But, I've had both good and bad experiences with other D9s. I've had a 'sisterfriend' or two throw her nose up in the air when I speak to her, so I just let it go. Usually the guys are more receptive.

pinkies up · #12 12-10-2006, 07:34 PM

That's crazy for someone to diss you just because you aren't in the same D9 organization. I speak because it's polite. Now, I was with two of my best friends, one a Delta and the other a Zeta, and we were in the mall. We had on our 'nalia, and these AKA neos looked at me like "What are you doing with the enemy." I asked them a "question" and they looked confused, so I ignored them anyway. However, I think it's juvenile to expect people to only talk to members of their own organizations.

AKA_Monet · #13 12-11-2006, 04:44 AM

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I asked them a "question" and they looked confused, so I ignored them anyway. However, I think it's juvenile to expect people to only talk to members of their own organizations.

Hahh Haaa... Skating is just... Wrong...

Hayle, we had to stop when I pledged as an ivy for just about EVERYBODY who had their letters... Most DEFINITELY for Phrat... That just would not be tolerated if we failed to greet them properly...

BlueReign · #14 12-11-2006, 01:24 AM

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For me, never. We tend to be so few and far between that it has been my experience that I've never had a negative encounter with one of my sorors. It has ususally been along the lines of them being inactive, they see me in letters, and they ask me about reactivation, so the experience has been positive.

The only times that I am out and about in letters are when I've just left chapter meeting and had to run some errands, or during Christmas time out shopping when I wear my SGR sweaters.

But, I've had both good and bad experiences with other D9s. I've had a 'sisterfriend' or two throw her nose up in the air when I speak to her, so I just let it go. Usually the guys are more receptive.

Yeah, ditto.

The only negative encounter I have had with a Soror is the one Soror in the DC area who I was blowing my horn at.

As for other D9 orgs I get this from one sorority in particular. I was in Staples just this Friday and this lady about my age was mugging me really hard in line. She looked at my key chain twice. I ignored it and made light conversation with her anyway about the prices, etc. and left. I made a note to look at her car when I left the store and sure enough she had the tag of that sorority. Not all of my encounters are that way with this sorority. I have actually made some friends and had pleasant encounters with co-workers etc. As for the men -- they usually flirt!

PrettyBoy · #15 12-11-2006, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by OOhsoflyDELTA#9

I usually speak to men in fraternities when I cross thier paths but I've found women tend to have some salt about them for some reason..even if I don't tease them, its a kinda "why are you acknowledging me" attitude..

I usually just give it the "whateva heffa" look and KIM....so much for unity I guess...

slight hijack....have you ever spoken to a member of your own org and they were less then cordial....end slight hijack

I've never had a problem with my own fraternity. When I do see my fraternity brothers, they always give me information on things they are doing and always invite me to come. I do the same to them.

The only problem I ever had with anyone in the D9 was the recent one I mentioned. I like to tease Deltas. I saw a Delta at the movies a couple of weeks ago. I told her I like her Nupie colors. She laughed and said " I see this Delta got your attention, and you weren't just looking at my colors Mr. Kappa Man." I laughed.