Hey, you.

First off, I want to say how much you inspire me. You balance your academics, social life, and personal well being all at once, and you make it look easy. You are incredibly strong, confident in who you are, and level-headed. You are always there for others, even in the midst of the trials of your own life. You are going to do so well leading this group of women next year.

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However, I know some days will be hard. I know there will be times when you will be so overwhelmed you want to throw your hands in the air in surrender. I know there will be times when you will have to go to bat for the chapter over something that you had nothing to do with. I know there will be times when you will have to choose between addressing a matter or simply letting it go. I know there will be times when you have to separate your role as "friend" from your role as president, and I know it's possible that some of those times, it may be me you have to keep in line.

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Here's the thing. I know you. I know how wise you are, and I know you care so deeply for each and every one of us. I know you are going to fight tirelessly to make this organization one we are all proud to be part of. I know you are not going to abuse your role and that every choice you make will be carefully considered. I know you will always make the decision you genuinely believe is best. I know you are going to represent our organization in a way that encompasses each and every value it was founded on.

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Now, my friend, let me make a couple promises to you. I promise to give you a safe, judgment-free space where you can let out all your emotions. I promise to listen when you need a listener, and give advice when you need guidance. I promise that I will let you know if you start to invest too much time into the organization that you forget to care about yourself. I promise to stand by you and support you in those times when you make those tough decisions, even if I disagree with some of them.

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The more I write this, the more I feel like I am making wedding vows. Though it may seem like that, I believe I am making these promises to you as someone who wants to do life with you, who wants to support you, and wants what's best for you. I am making these promises to you as your friend and as your sister.

I am unbelievably proud of you, Lady Superior. Go kick butt this year.

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