I Became A Mom To 50 Girls | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

I Became A Mom To 50 Girls

What it's really like to be president of your sorority.

23
I Became A Mom To 50 Girls
Tori Krupa Photography

Becoming president of a sorority can be the most exciting and daunting experience of your life. When you become president you are now the mother to 50-plus college women and are therefore responsible for their well-being and reputation, as well as for the reputation of the sorority you all love so well. Reflecting on the first half of my term, I have been through more ups and downs than I can count and have learned more than I ever imagined. So here's an actual look into what it is like when you become president of a sorority.

1. Everyone's problems are now your problems.

You weren't the one who got wasted and made a fool of herself at the date party, but you are definitely the one who has to clean up the mess.

2. Becoming president means you are now responsible for the welfare of every single member.

Yeah, frightening, isn't it? No pressure.

3. And with that responsibility comes expectations.

Really, really high expectations.

4. You can't be too hard on yourself because you're going to make mistakes.

Sometimes you'll drop the ball, but that's okay. No president is perfect.

5. And it's not worth the effort trying to be perfect.

Everyone will respect you more for owning your flaws.

6. Planners and "to-do" lists will become your life line.

7. So will phone reminders.

Always set a phone reminder, especially when it comes to phone calls from nationals. Trust me, you cannot possibly remember in your head everything you need to get done.


8.You realize that LC's tears on "The Hills" are nothing compared to your current, sobbing melt down.


9. Note: your sobbing meltdowns will require chocolate ice cream and gallons of wine.

It may not solve any problems, but water and vegetables don't solve anything either.


10. And when December comes and your term is over, there won't be enough champagne in the world to celebrate the end of that year.

11. But it will be hands down one of the best experiences of your life.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

143796
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

35173
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

10 Hygiene Tips For All College Athletes

College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

31366
Woman doing pull-ups on bars with sun shining behind her.

I got a request to talk about college athletes hygiene so here it is.

College athletes, I get it, you are busy! From class, to morning workouts, to study table, to practice, and more. But that does not excuse the fact that your hygiene comes first! Here are some tips when it comes to taking care of your self.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments