"People ask why I am in a sorority and I try to explain all the things a sorority is that they cannot see. A sorority is more than just letters on a sweatshirt, I say. More than traditional songs, a gold pin, rituals, an obligation, or a way of life. A sorority is learning about people, a sorority is giving without expecting a return. A sorority is earning respect from others, as well as for yourself. A sorority will not solve all your problems. But I have made good friends and found confidence there to help me take life one step at a time." - Unknown

Joining a sorority when I came to college was, and is, the best decision of my college career. I would not of been able to make it through these past couple of weeks, let alone this year, without my sisters. I am ever so thankful for each and every one of them every day. Here are some examples of what sisterhood truly is, but first...

Sisterhood does notmean wearing the same letters.Some of my very best friends are in different sororities but that does not change a thing, I still consider them to be my sisters. Panhellenic love and friendship is just as strong as the bonds of sisterhood.

So sisterhood is...

1. How you can find your best friend(s).

2. Or your future bridesmaids.

3. Having a family that isn't blood-related.

4. About loyalty; being there for one another through thick and thin.

5. Being there for your sisters, when they feel like no one else is.

6. Having a constant support system.

7. Having people to joke with and a solid audience to always laugh with (or pretend to laugh at) your terrible jokes.

8. Allows you to take risks because you'll always have someone to catch you if you fall.

9. Having someone there for you on Friday nights who is still there on Saturday mornings.

10. Always having someone to order a late night pizza with.

11. You always have someone there to help you take the perfect profile picture.

12. Always having a shoulder to cry on.

13. Always having someone to vent to.

14. Having an unbreakable bond.

15. Having your friends follow you on first dates to make sure that you are doing okay.

16. Walking across campus and getting at least five "hellos" from sisters.

17. Not only for four years, but for life.

18. You always have someone to inspire you and push you to be better.

19. Being able to talk to your sisters about anything without feeling judged.

20. Having a group of people who accept you for everything you are.

21. With just three letters, I am connected to hundreds of other sisters around the world.

To my sisters: I love each and every one of you. You are all special girls who make our chapter so wonderfully unique. I am proud to say that you are all my sisters.