One of the most exciting moments of being in a sorority is Big/Little week. Every day is filled with goodies and surprises from a mystery girl, and at the end of the week you find out who your big is. Some people are randomly paired, some get their first choice, some pairs barely talk, and some pairs are very close. In my case, however, there was a match made in Heaven! I met my soon-to-be big in Spanish class, not knowing what an important impact she would have on my life. She has proved to be one of my best friends, and although I could never put into words how much she's done for me, here are just a few instances.

1. All The Times She's Tutored Me

My big genuinely cares about how I am doing in school, and she constantly offers time to tutor me if I ever need it. Although we did get points taken off of our participation grades in Spanish class for constantly talking, for the most part she plays a great role in my keeping my grades up. I wouldn't have made it through my first semester classes without her, and she does not let me forget that "I made a 97 on my Spanish final just because she helped me." I'm so thankful to have a big who wants me to do my best.

2. She Always Includes Me

Despite being a Freshman, my big always invites me to do things with her and her friends. I love that I am always welcome to study, eat or just hang out with her at any time that I ask.

3. The Rides

If I ever need a ride to the library, the chapter room, or Zaxby's (LOL), I know I can always count on my big to cover me. This might not seem like a big deal, but when your car is so far away from where you live, a ride makes all the difference.

4. The Time She Gave Me My Big Basket

When I got a text from my big that said, "Do you like the color pink and glitter," I knew that we were going to be the perfect match. My big put together the most incredible basket of goodies for me including baggie t-shirts, our sorority's letters, painted canvases, and my favorite candy.

5. The Talks

My big is a talker-- and I am too. Which makes for hours and hours of conversation before any study session. And I LOVE it. I know I can always go to my big with anything, and I am so thankful to have someone to confide in. There is never a dull moment with her, and there's usually not a time when we're together that we aren't laughing.

6. Not Being Able To Rap

We love to jam out to throwbacks and Bruno Mars in the car, but when the rap part comes on, you can count us out! This usually makes for a good laugh for the others around us, and we don't mind being the butt of a joke when it comes to this.

Although there are only 6 instances here, I can't really think of a time when I don't think of my big as a best friend. I do not know how I could have made it this far into this year without her, and I can't wait to live in a house with her next year. Thank you, big, for loving and caring about me so much, and I can't wait for many more memories with you!