What would you do if your daughter....

Little32 · #1 05-16-2007, 10:49 AM

^^I really think that you are trying to take this thread to a place that it has not gone.

Not only is it an honor to be a part of ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA Sorority, Inc., but it is an honor for me to meet any of my sorors and an honor to be in their presence as we do the work of our organization.

As far as children joining another organization, I can't even conceive of that. Of course, that's because I can not conceive of having children at this point in time. I do have a cousin that is interested in being Greek, and I advised her to research all of the organizations and find the one that fits her. I know that I only want women (family, friend, or other) who really want it to pursue membership in my organization; and that desire has to stem from them not from my choice for them.

AKA_Monet · #2 05-16-2007, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Little32

As far as children joining another organization, I can't even conceive of that. Of course, that's because I can not conceive of having children at this point in time. I do have a cousin that is interested in being Greek, and I advised her to research all of the organizations and find the one that fits her. I know that I only want women (family, friend, or other) who really want it to pursue membership in my organization; and that desire has to stem from them not from my choice for them.

^^^
I concur 1908%

Out of my box:

Bottomline, one must be attending a 4 year accredited college/university, have at least a 3.0 GPA, done some community service--preferably with our respective chapters located on their campus and have letters of recommendations. That's AKA1908.com

If a child is legacy or family member influenced, then they are turning their papers in early...

That is what heritage is all about.

Now, if my fictitious daughter did not want to do what I ask

for membership in my sorority and actually did what she was told for another organization, I would let her go and be a part of that. Because that is what she wanted. That would not be what I wanted for her, but as an adult, she made a decision and I am just happy that at least she is making one...

But, I would not blindly allow her to do so by feeding this child to the wolves.

Most young girls like imitating what their mother does. Most. I know I did and look at me now...

RozRochelle · #3 05-16-2007, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Little32

^^I really think that you are trying to take this thread to a place that it has not gone.

Not only is it an honor to be a part of ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA Sorority, Inc., but it is an honor for me to meet any of my sorors and an honor to be in their presence as we do the work of our organization.

As far as children joining another organization, I can't even conceive of that. Of course, that's because I can not conceive of having children at this point in time. I do have a cousin that is interested in being Greek, and I advised her to research all of the organizations and find the one that fits her. I know that I only want women (family, friend, or other) who really want it to pursue membership in my organization; and that desire has to stem from them not from my choice for them.

I honestly wasn't trying to take this thread anywhere, LOL. If I was, trust me, I'm bold enough to say so. I simply answered the question and gave my general opinion like everyone else. I just happen to have a different viewpoint, that's all. Blame my parents.

As I replied earlier, I wouldn't have a problem with my daughter (if/when I have one) joining another organization. None whatsoever, because my org is for non-traditional/adult women, and has a minimum age of 24 to join. So, unless she detoured from "the plan", for which her father and I would have groomed her, and became a non-traditional, she wouldn't be eligible to join my organization, anyway. However, if I was a member of a traditional GLO, a new family tradition would be welcomed. I might do some urging, but I wouldn't put a lot of pressure on her... I don't think, LOLOL.

Little32 · #4 05-16-2007, 10:41 PM

When you come in throwing around language like idolatry, in a thread where neither that language nor those idea have been introduced (suggesting in a way that some here have raised their organization to that level), that's what it seems like.

But, okay, I will take your word for it.

SummerChild · #5 05-17-2007, 02:06 AM

Soror, ya'll are better than me...responding to these people. Ya'll know that they come in trying to drop bait to get a reaction. Why even respond? (Shrug) at these folk. I just look at 'em through my computer screen (lol) like "nice try, you almost got me" - then I keep it moving. Sometimes I even laugh like, "yeah, that was slick." "Idolatry." Hah! Yeah, you almost had me. Then you lolololololololololololol all over the place when you get called out. Yeah, bet. Ok, now i'm laughing out loud for real. Please excuse, it's been a looong day,

I'm clowning.

I'm so tired. Calgon take me awaaaaaay! lol.

At least it's good for laughs.

Good night ya'll...and I have to get on a plane tomorrow morning after I get my hair done at 5a.m.
SC

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Originally Posted by Little32

When you come in throwing around language like idolatry, in a thread where neither that language nor those idea have been introduced (suggesting in a way that some here have raised their organization to that level), that's what it seems like.

But, okay, I will take your word for it.

RozRochelle · #6 05-17-2007, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by SummerChild

Soror, ya'll are better than me...responding to these people. Ya'll know that they come in trying to drop bait to get a reaction. Why even respond? (Shrug) at these folk. I just look at 'em through my computer screen (lol) like "nice try, you almost got me" - then I keep it moving. Sometimes I even laugh like, "yeah, that was slick." "Idolatry." Hah! Yeah, you almost had me. Then you lolololololololololololol all over the place when you get called out. Yeah, bet. Ok, now i'm laughing out loud for real. Please excuse, it's been a looong day,

I'm clowning.

I'm so tired. Calgon take me awaaaaaay! lol.

At least it's good for laughs.

Good night ya'll...and I have to get on a plane tomorrow morning after I get my hair done at 5a.m.
SC

I just wanted to say that, if you were referring to me, I'm not "dropping bait" for a reaction and I wasn't called out. Neither did I back-pedal. I was just making it clear that my opinion is just that, mine, and has no bearing on anyone else.

My post is honestly how I feel. I understand that many (maybe even most) people here don't share my viewpoint, but since this is a public discussion board, I feel (and hope) I can contribute too - even if it is a minority viewpoint.

Have a safe trip.

mccoyred · #7 05-17-2007, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by RozRochelle

I just wanted to say that, if you were referring to me, I'm not "dropping bait" for a reaction and I wasn't called out. Neither did I back-pedal. I was just making it clear that my opinion is just that, mine, and has no bearing on anyone else.

My post is honestly how I feel. I understand that many (maybe even most) people here don't share my viewpoint, but since this is a public discussion board, I feel (and hope) I can contribute too - even if it is a minority viewpoint.

Have a safe trip.

If you do a general search in the NPHC forums (particularly, Omega, DST and AKA, maybe even Kappa) on 'idolatry' or 'religion', you will see the history of the board in relationship to those topics. Only then will you understand why you received the reaction that you did. You may be new to this board but the topic is rather old.

Little32 · #8 05-17-2007, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by SummerChild

Soror, ya'll are better than me...responding to these people. Ya'll know that they come in trying to drop bait to get a reaction. Why even respond? (Shrug) at these folk. I just look at 'em through my computer screen (lol) like "nice try, you almost got me" - then I keep it moving. Sometimes I even laugh like, "yeah, that was slick." "Idolatry." Hah! Yeah, you almost had me. Then you lolololololololololololol all over the place when you get called out. Yeah, bet. Ok, now i'm laughing out loud for real. Please excuse, it's been a looong day,

I'm clowning.

I'm so tired. Calgon take me awaaaaaay! lol.

At least it's good for laughs.

Good night ya'll...and I have to get on a plane tomorrow morning after I get my hair done at 5a.m.
SC

Duly noted Soror. Me thinks the lady doth protest too much, but I am going to K.I.M. I am glad you got some laughs after your long day.

pinkies up · #9 05-17-2007, 10:16 PM

My babies wear pink and green, come to the service projects, and see my work for AKA all of the time. My four year old asked me when she could be an AKA, and I told her when she got into college, had the g.p.a., and IF she was accepted. Just because mama made it doesn't mean she deserves it too.

RozRochelle · #10 05-17-2007, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Little32

When you come in throwing around language like idolatry, in a thread where neither that language nor those idea have been introduced (suggesting in a way that some here have raised their organization to that level), that's what it seems like.

I didn't suggest anything. I only gave MY feelings on the subject. I'm sure many people don't raise their orgs to that level, just like I'm sure that many do. But that's not my call to make. However, I can't help it if someone's heart is pricked while/after reading my post. That wasn't my intent, but if it happens and ultimately someone is helped, I won't be angry.

Is there some rule about who can talk about, or introduce, what?

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Originally Posted by Little32

But, okay, I will take your word for it.

Please do.

laylo · #11 05-18-2007, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by RozRochelle

I didn't suggest anything. I only gave MY feelings on the subject. I'm sure many people don't raise their orgs to that level, just like I'm sure that many do. But that's not my call to make. However, I can't help it if someone's heart is pricked while/after reading my post. That wasn't my intent, but if it happens and ultimately someone is helped, I won't be angry.

Is there some rule about who can talk about, or introduce, what?

OP: What would you do if your daughter joined a different org from yours?
Lots of posters: I would be upset.
You: Not me. I don't idolize my org.
Akception: I don't idolize mine either, but I want my niece to share the honor of being in the presence of this circle of women
You: That's idolizing them.

No hostility, I'm just letting you know that most people would see this as you suggesting that others are idolizing their orgs. Expressing YOUR feelings on the subject and suggesting this are not mutually exclusive. Everyone is only expressing her feelings.

IncontRHOllable · #12 05-18-2007, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by laylo

No hostility, I'm just letting you know that most people would see this as you suggesting that others are idolizing their orgs. Expressing YOUR feelings on the subject and suggesting this are not mutually exclusive. Everyone is only expressing her feelings.

What she said.

AKA_Monet · #13 05-18-2007, 02:19 AM

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Live_Wire17 · #14 05-26-2007, 05:02 PM

My husband told our kids, "you don't have to be greek, but you won't bring anything but Krimson and Kream in here."

His words...not mine. I want my kids to do "them" and hopefully they have seen our work for the cause and lean that way, but you just never know. I do know that My husband and I are very close to our kids (11 yr old girl and 12 yr old boy) and spend a lot of time with them at different functions so they are very familiar with Kappa and Delta.

Only time will tell...hopefully our influence is MAJOR!