This is an article dedicated to all of my sorority sisters. After chapter tonight, a dreaded ritual is scheduled to take place when we seniors take alumnae status.

Dear Phi Mu Beta Nu,

Where to begin. I love you all too much. At ritual tonight, I probably will not be able to get the words out so I figured an article would only be appropriate. I have been dreading tonight since I first partook in this ritual as an underclassman. Although I have been dreading it, I honestly did not think it would ever come -- it definitely snuck up on me, to say the least.

Phi Mu Beta Nu has given me more than I could ever ask for out of a sorority. We are so much more than a sorority, I truly see you all as more than that- you girls are my family. I would fight for every one of you. Even after graduating, I want each and every one of you to know that I am only a call away. If you would need a shoulder to cry on, a friend to go to Dunkin' with, or just somebody to talk to I will be here. Home is not too far, I would actually be honored to get a call from any of you next year wanting me to come up, I promise it will not be a bother at all.

I want you all to know how much I have cherished my time with you. This experience has been nothing short of absolutely amazing. I have gained best friends, bridesmaids, references, and more. You ladies accepted me as I was, as my family at home may not have approved of. None of you cared who I loved, and I can't thank you enough for that alone. My sisters have never judged me, only loved me for exactly who I am. You've celebrated my accomplishments with me, and helped me through my toughest times.

You are all amazing women. I can't tell you enough to take advantage of all of the opportunities Phi Mu gives you. Even something as small as living in the house, take advantage of. Other chapters are not even lucky to have a house to live in together. I can't imagine that. This house is truly home to me. You should all try living here at least once before graduation, I wish I could have lived here more than two years because of what an amazing experience it has been, and it has brought me so close to everybody else living here which I am so thankful for.

You never think you will be at this point, the point I am at right now.. about to take alumnae status in just four short hours. It seems surreal to me. Cherish your time together as much as possible because before you know it, your time will also be up. Love each other, honor each other, and be truthful to one another.

I love you all, and thank you again for the time we've been able to spend together, I will never forget any of you. Thank you.

-- A sad, sad alumnae.