Before I even decided to go to sorority recruitment events, I had heard about how special big/little relationships were. When you get a big, they not only become your guide, they become your friend. I learned that when I got my big.
From the day I got my bid, some of my friends asked me if I knew who my big would be. I honestly had no idea, even after I got a few clues from her. All I knew is that I wanted my big to be someone I could go to when I had questions and talk to whenever I needed. The moment I found out who my big was, I knew that she was the perfect match for me. I practically jumped onto her and hugged her for a few minutes straight. By the end of the night, my face hurt from smiling so much. Ever since that night, my big has really taken her title seriously. She is always encouraging and checks up on me every day. Without her, I’d be so lost.
As a potential new member, I’ve got a long list of things I need to do before I can get initiated. Every day, my big texts me and asks me how things are going. She asks if I need help or if I’m nervous about anything. It’s nice having someone that’s always there for me. I don’t know what I’d do without her.
So, here’s my message to my big: Thank you. For everything. You don’t even know how much you’ve helped me over the past few weeks. If I get initiated, it’ll be all thanks to you. I can’t wait to finish out my new member process and build a stronger bond with you. Love you, big!
