To my GG big,

It was that time of year. As the presents filled the hallways, glitter was all over the house, girls were crafting, and mystery was in the air. It was big/little season, and it was in full swing.

You weren't receiving painted canvases, monogrammed blankets, Lilly Coolers, and oversized t-shirts. You were receiving something new, something random, something that you did not choose. You were receiving a great grand little.

I'm sure down deep you had thoughts and concerns. Where has the time gone? How am I getting a Great Grand Little? The limelight was on your Great Grand little now, but you were always proud of the family you had raised. There are so many columns, articles, and pinterest post on being the most perfect big, so you were always assured that your Great Grand little was in perfect hands.

Your excitement for me warmed my heart.

The day of reveal, was everything I dreamed of. I turned that corner and saw you standing there dancing and screaming my name. I fell in love immediately. We all fell in love. You raised your littles right, and they brought home another brunette, fun-loving girl.

You showed me opportunity.

You have shown me what it is like to be a leader. You always pushed yourself to do the most and to not care what other people have to say. You always knew my full potential. I thank you for pushing at whatever it is.

You have shown me what sisterhood is.

I came into Greek life not knowing anyone. I didn't know anything about a sorority, but you were always there to make sure I was okay. You comfort me when I am stressed. You make me feel better when I am down. You make me feel loved when I am lonely. You make me feel at home here. You make AOII my home.

And most of all, you loved me.

Out of all the potential grand littles of fall 15, I became yours. And you became mine. You love me unconditionally. You will forever be my GG big.

I am dreading the day you have to leave me. You have accepted me and shown me the ropes. I am your mini-me and will forever look up to you. I cherish all of your last game days, your last bid days, and your last socials. You have shown me love; you have shown me sisterhood, and you have shown me opportunity. I am sure you always had self doubt, worries, and denial about me. But in the end, I like to say I have turned out just like you.

In the end, we all worked out. Our family is full of brunette, fun-loving, crazy girls that I wouldn't trade for this world. We are perfect in our own ways. And one day, your little will come running to you, because she will be a great grand big one day. Well that is, when you become a Great, Great Grand big.