Daughter going through Mizzou rush 2014

[Missouri Ivy]

Hooray for your girls!

[Lovemybulldog]

More good news from NorthernMom and NUalumMUmom! Can't wait to hear more later! The quad will be rocking here in a little bit. I don't know if there is a live feed, but I bet you will see videos posted on youtube afterward. It's pretty amazing to watch the excitement of that moment when they all rip open their invites.

[SunflowerState]

Thank you for the post about "that call"! I did not want to email my niece and say "what's the cut off time for no bid?" We (Mom, Grandma and aunt) have had no news yet so I'm guessing/hoping that no news is good news. I think I'm probably more nervous than she is....well, maybe not. Good luck to everyone today. I, too, wish there was a live feed.

[NorthernMom]

I have been watching videos of prior years bid day videos and crying. I was prepared for this to not work out for her, but so happy that it seems to be. She did list an intentional single preference, as she just did not feel the other was a good match. I don't think it's ethical to list it if you really don't see yourself there...and she felt that was a spot another girl could have/want....so she was prepared to not be greek if that was the case.

[NUalumMUmom]

This is a strange day, for the first time in my daughter's life (she is my oldest), I will not be there for a big moment. Feels weird. She has had triumphs and disappointments in the past, but I've always been there to cheer, hug or wipe tears. This is the beginning of her life as an adult, which is good, but I gotta admit I'm a little sad. How about you WalkintheWoods, Sunflowerstate and NorthernMom? I would have liked to see her face when she opens that envelope. :')

[Ivy girl]

So happy for all of you. Your girls trusted the system and will find lifetime friends
Where ever they end up! Living this process from afar is so difficult for all of us. Believe it or not my daughter says being a Pi Chi has been more stressful than going through recruitment as so many girls are disappointed thinking they would get all houses back. There is so much conversation in the dorms about who "is the best" and who is the smartest etc. . My daughters heart breaks every time when a girl doesn't get back what she wanted but knows that each and every house is fantastic and that each sisterhood is forever. My gal is beautiful, smart, a leader, and has grown so much from this experience and I know your beautiful daughters will too. Good luck at 1 pm ( 2 my time) and I will be thinking of each and everyone of you!

[Missouri Ivy]

Hope everyone stays hydrated. It's another hot one today.

[DaffyKD]

Wouldn't it be fun if everyone's daughters ended up joining the same sorority!

Can't wait to hear what chapter they found to be their home.

DaffyKD

[WalkintheWoods]

Originally Posted by mumom

This entire process is grueling for both sides. NorthernMom is right. Congrats to all the girls on making decisions that are right for them, Greek or not. Here's hoping all the girls that find homes are eagerly looking forward to becoming part of something that will be special for them. For those that don't, find different ways to become a part of an amazing college life at Mizzou.

So true mumom and NorthernMom. These girls are getting practice in thinking for themselves and whether to "go Greek" or not is just one of those decisions. Mizzou is a wonderful place with so many opportunities to connect and explore yourself and your life. My college roommate went through rush with me and chose to withdraw. It was the right decision for her. Whatever the outcome this week I hope that the connections all of the girls made with their Pi Chi groups, their recruitment counselors and in the houses will support them in getting acclimated to college life.

[WalkintheWoods]

Originally Posted by NorthernMom

I have been watching videos of prior years bid day videos and crying. I was prepared for this to not work out for her, but so happy that it seems to be. She did list an intentional single preference, as she just did not feel the other was a good match. I don't think it's ethical to list it if you really don't see yourself there...and she felt that was a spot another girl could have/want....so she was prepared to not be greek if that was the case.

NorthernMom yes I agree it is a very strange feeling, not to be there. And I know she will text me or call or send a pic when it is a good time for her, but not sure when that will be as it looks like, from watching the videos, they all run right over to the groups of actives for their new sorority homes. I have cried a fair amount myself this week and I expect I will be in for the real shocker next week when she quits calling home every day. She has always been a very independent kid, yet we've been close and I'm used to hearing about the ups and downs of her days. Even though I know that her growing up and finding other places to process her daily life is natural and expected, I will miss talking to her so much. Oh, being a parent is hard sometimes!

I agree with SunflowerState--wish there was a live feed! I will be looking for youtube uploads this afternoon!

[SunflowerState]

So I'm sitting here, watching the clock. I'm out of the country right now. Calling is a very pricey option as is texting so I'm keeping my email open. This morning, I told my 82-year-old mom to skype me as soon as she heard, in case she hears before I do.

You all are my connection! Once you start hearing, I know there is a chance the email will come soon. I do not remember this tension when I went through but we got our bids privately in our dorm rooms.

[mumom]

Dying to hear!!!

[SunflowerState]

Ok, so it is 20 seconds after the hour where I am....why haven't we heard? I'm laughing at us, all sitting around our computers and phones, waiting. Don't those girls realize they are giving us (more) gray hair!

[mom2many]

Good luck ladies - I've been watching you all over the last few days - I'm so excited for all you....and your daughters... But yes, mostly for you!

[wsucalsigmakapp]

I have seen 2 different chapters report 130 new members!! Good luck!!