Do Sisterfriends of OUR Sorority really want help?

[novella000]

Originally posted by Wonderful1908:

Sf's need to take the time as Sf's to enjoy the pursuit of Alpha Kappa Alpha. Part of the "magic" for those who are suuccesful in achieving sisterhood in our sorority is the road there. Looking back as a sf it was fun uncovering new ideas, protocol and just observing and imagining what it would be like to be a member. If you get all the answers now handed to you, you miss out on one the more exciting times on your path. I mean I'm not gonna lie I remember being home alone all by myself and sometimes I would pass a mirror and throw the pinky up just to see. Those days were fun, enjoy facing the challenge it takes to become an Alpha Kappa Alpha woman.

[This message has been edited by Wonderful1908 (edited June 17, 2001).]

Yes!! I feel that...I am having fun... It's cool, I feel like I am on a treasure hunt sometimes.
Wonderful1908 said it, that's exactly what I was trying to say!


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"No matter how worthy, admirable or fiercely desired the goal may be, it takes commitment and action to make it a reality."

[showstopper_1908]

Originally posted by Wonderful1908:

Sf's need to take the time as Sf's to enjoy the pursuit of Alpha Kappa Alpha. Part of the "magic" for those who are suuccesful in achieving sisterhood in our sorority is the road there

Soror, these SF's don't know if they will be "successful" at the moment. I'm sure a lot of them are pretty shook about the entire situation

[Wonderful1908]

Originally posted by showstopper_1908:
Soror, these SF's don't know if they will be "successful" at the moment. I'm sure a lot of them are pretty shook about the entire situation

Soror I was making the comment in general, for all sf's. Some may make it, some may not, maybe none of them will make it. However imho, when you are in pursuit of something you want BADLY you have to believe you will make it. On the same page some of these sf's need to stop acting like they already made it!!!!

[showstopper_1908]

Originally posted by Wonderful1908:
However imho, when you are in pursuit of something you want BADLY you have to believe you will make it. On the same page some of these sf's need to stop acting like they already made it!!!!

Indeed!!!!!!

[Ideal08]

Originally posted by Platinum Honey:
Why not It is not like that now....I would certainly tell my mom.

*shaking my head, shaking my head, shaking my head*

*sigh*

All I'm going to say is, everything is not for everyone to know. I don't care if you tell your mother EVERYTHING. Some things need to be kept to yourself. You don't use discretion when it works for you. JUST USE IT.

And who told you it wasn't like that now???

[AmerAKAs Most Wanted]

Originally posted by Ideal08:
*shaking my head, shaking my head, shaking my head*

*sigh*

All I'm going to say is, everything is not for everyone to know. I don't care if you tell your mother EVERYTHING. Some things need to be kept to yourself. You don't use discretion when it works for you. JUST USE IT.

And who told you it wasn't like that now???

Again Soror Ideal08 I have to agree with you. These SF's don't even realize that DISCRETION should be practiced from the moment you become interested in Alpha Kappa Alpha.....keep your business to yourself and let NOONE know it...because whether you realize it or not the "street committee" is always working...always! So Sf's say it with me...DISCRETION...and if I offended anyone then you must be one who is not using ... DISCRETION.

[SableCherub]

[THICKNCHOCLATE]

Originally posted by Ideal08:
*shaking my head, shaking my head, shaking my head*

*sigh*
And who told you it wasn't like that now???

I've also been a seriously striving SF since 1990 and NO ONE but NO ONE knew of my intentions!! I let the president of the chapter know when I was ready to pursue membership (only because she and I were very close friends!). Unfortunately I had to drop out of school at that time. When I came back, I was at a new school and didn't know any members, I still attended events, so I'm sure they knew I was interested, but I NEVER told anyone of my interest. Unfortunately, that chapter was later suspended and didn't return until after I graduated (yea, I have the worst luck, huh? ) So, now I'm just doing volunteer work and making sure I have MY act together. If the opportunity arises, I'll be ready, if not...I'll still have it going on!!! (But I hope the opportunity does happen!! )


[This message has been edited by Ideal08 (edited June 19, 2001).]

[Ideal08]

Originally posted by THICKNCHOCLATE:
I've also been a seriously striving SF since 1990 and NO ONE but NO ONE knew of my intentions!! I let the president of the chapter know when I was ready to pursue membership (only because she and I were very close friends!). Unfortunately I had to drop out of school at that time. When I came back, I was at a new school and didn't know any members, I still attended events, so I'm sure they knew I was interested, but I NEVER told anyone of my interest. Unfortunately, that chapter was later suspended and didn't return until after I graduated (yea, I have the worst luck, huh? ) So, now I'm just doing volunteer work and making sure I have MY act together. If the opportunity arises, I'll be ready, if not...I'll still have it going on!!! (But I hope the opportunity does happen!! )


[This message has been edited by Ideal08 (edited June 19, 2001).]

TNC,

I edited your post. You gave a little TMI. Email me if you have any questions. My email is in my profile. If not, happy posting!

[THICKNCHOCLATE]

Originally posted by Ideal08:
TNC,

I edited your post. You gave a little TMI. Email me if you have any questions. My email is in my profile. If not, happy posting!

Thank You Memberfriend Ideal08!! After re-reading my post I was like OMIGOD...TMI!!! I was just about to edit when I saw your post. Thanks again, as usual the mods are on the job!!!! And here I am preaching "discretion"!!! Maybe I should "practice what I preach!!!"



[This message has been edited by THICKNCHOCLATE (edited June 19, 2001).]

[Eastcoast Sunshine]

Platinum Honey: Since you are quoting me, please re-read my full post (on page 3). Discretion and humility just doesn't disappear with time, at least it shouldn't.

[Platinum Honey]

Originally posted by Eastcoast Sunshine:
Platinum Honey: Since you are quoting me, please re-read my full post (on page 3). Discretion and humility just doesn't disappear with time, at least it shouldn't.

I did read it again and....... your point is

[SableCherub]

"...the adept becomes...she is not made..."

[novella000]

Originally posted by Platinum Honey:
I did read it again and....... your point is

Hence the title our Moderator gave this topic...


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"No matter how worthy, admirable or fiercely desired the goal may be, it takes commitment and action to make it a reality."

[Sugar_N_Spice]

Originally posted by Platinum Honey:
I did read it again and....... your point is

Platinum Honey,
From one Sisterfriend to another--Please do not take my post the wrong way--in a negative way--b/c I am only trying to help you, just as Sisterfriend Eastcoast Sunshine was...But was your response necessary?? If you read my post and the posts of Exquizit and Eclipse , then you should understand what I mean...We as Sisterfriends are lucky to have this forum b/c it provides us with an opportunity to engage in conversations with members as well as others interests...this means that we should not be negative to each other, esp. when someone is trying to help you b/c they are not obligated to!! Instead of responding with a "rolleyes", couldn't you have responded with a "Happyface" b/c Ms. Eascoast Sunshine did not have an attitude with you?? All she was trying to tell you was that just b/c the times have changed a bit, you nevertheless need to exercise Discretion and Humility!! This is why some Sisterfriends choose not to attempt to help others--b/c they get jumped on when they are helping you. Next time you may not be so lucky. Maybe you'll be "checked" by a member--you wouldn't dare use a "rolleyes" in response to them when they were trying to help you--and if you would, then you certainly won't make it far AT ALL in your quest for membership into this presigious sorority!!


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