Standing At A Crossroads

Hi, Everybody!

I don’t think it should come as a surprise to anyone, especially considering the graphic that you see before you, but yes—I am at a crossroads right now. You’re probably asking yourself: “Natasha, what tough decision are you trying to make this time?” Well, as you know, I’ve been heavily considering sorority life for a little over a year now, and the power of persuasion is very heavy, to say the least.

Of course, the decision is up to me, but I want to be sure that I make the right decision. I’ve been saying that my heart is with the Zetas, but lately it seems like everytime I run into Mrs. Nyan, she’s wearing something pink and green, and she even goes as far as to call me her future soror. And then you’ve got the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta… I tell y’all, it’s like that ol’ skool song that I heard on the radio the other day: “Mind-blowing decisions causes head-on collisions.”

And to that, I simply say: Yikes!

I know the easiest thing to do is listen to my heart, and I said that I would love to be a Zeta; however, I want to make sure that I’m joining a sorority for the correct reason. If y’all recall, I made mention last year that I wanted to be a Zeta because I would look great in that royal white and blue, but at a second glance, I would also look great in salmon pink and apple green (according to Mrs. Nyan anyway), and hell—while we’re at it, I would venture to say that the crimson and cream would look great on me as well.

But it’s more to it than that.

Well, y’all, let me close up this blog post and call it a day, but I want y’all to pray for me, that I make the right decision, whatever it may be.

Hugs & Kisses,

Natasha

The Inevitable Conversation with the Deltas

Hi, Everyone!

Well, it was only a matter of time before I talked to the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, and that time was just a couple hours ago.

Here’s how it went down: I had just gotten out of my Intro to Social Sciences class, and on my way out the door, I bumped into a Delta who just so happens to be a graduating senior. Ironically enough, we were both heading to the A building. Well, on the way to our destination, I boldly asked her some questions about the DST sisterhood, to which she answered openly, earnestly, and honestly. She must’ve sensed that I was interested on account of she asked me if I was considering joining a sorority, to which I said that I had been in deep deliberation. I also mentioned that while I had spoken with Mrs. Nyan of Alpha Kappa Alpha, my heart is still leaning towards the direction of the Zetas, yet I was willing to give the Deltas a chance.

Well, y’all—this magnanimous Delta gave me some advice that I will never forget.

Grabbing my full attention, she looked me square in the eyes and said that she chose Delta Sigma Theta because she believed in the principles of sisterhood, unity, diversity and community service. “You have to decide why you want to become a member of Delta Sigma Theta, and I suggest that it not be because you love the colors, you love elephants, you love to step or that you love Ques,” she said. “Find out as much as you can about each organization in your spare time and if you have questions, go to an older member and ask questions. They will be more knowledgeable and honest about Greek life during and after college, and hopefully they won't do like some undergraduate members and blackball you or just use you because you are interested in their organization.”

The Delta representative went on to tell something that she said was most important: “You join an organization based on what you can contribute to them, not based on what you expect them to give to you!”

Well, needless to say, I thanked the Delta for her time and words of wisdom, to which she said that I could always go to her if I had any additional questions.

And there it is, y’all—I have spoken to a representative from each sorority.

You know, in speaking with all three representatives, I have discovered that some things really do happen in threes; in addition to given me some great advice, I have noticed that the Deltas, the Zetas, and the AKAs all suggested that I make up my own mind and not be influenced by anyone or anything; they’ve even cautioned me not to rush into anything without considering every turn, nook, and cranny of the system. There’s nothing else really for me to do, except do my homework on all three sororities.

Will Natasha Renee Stewart cross those burning sands to enter the sorority life? Only time will tell!

Hugs & Kisses,

Natasha