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An Open Letter To My Graduating Big

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An Open Letter To My Graduating Big
Erin Ingle

Dear Big,

I can't believe that you're graduating. I knew this day would come, but I don't think I have prepared myself yet. I never want you to leave, and I never want you to graduate.That may seem selfish but hey, I'm the little and I have needs. I know you always say that you're only a phone call away, but that's not good enough for me. You need to be a step away. You have been an incredible role model to me through my time in the chapter, and I can't thank you enough for that. I know that I'm the little, and you're supposed to give me advice but now I'm giving you advice for the real world. You're going to call me about things you already know the answer to, but I'm still going to be here for you because you're going to need me.

1. Don't stress about the real world.

Seriously, don't stress. You're an amazing person, and I've never met anyone that can't see that. You're going to find the perfect career that's just right for you, and I can't wait for you to call me and tell me how much you love it. Everything is going to work out because you're so personable, which is just one of the many things I love about you.

2. Don't worry about moving.

Everyone I've ever known has wanted to travel. You're getting to experience this firsthand, and I don't want you to worry about it. No matter what, people are going to come visit you, and you're still going to come here and visit them. That's how the graduate life works.

3. Don't stress about boys.

If I get a phone call about a cute guy that you went on a date with, you bet your cute little butt that I will be down there meeting him. If that guys screws you over and doesn't text you back, forget about him because he obviously sucks. Guys who don't text you back aren't worth your time or effort. I know you're going to find the perfect guy, and I'll be right there supporting you when you do. I also expect presents from him because again, I'm the little, and I have needs.

Do you know why I chose you as my big? I knew you would be an amazing person to look up to. When you first join, they tell you that your big isn't supposed to be your best friend, they're supposed to be a role model. Luckily, for me, I got both. I knew that you would always guide me on the right path no matter what. You've been a constant support to me, and I can't thank you enough for everything you've done. Other than my family, you're the first person I ever truly cared about. I've always had a hard time caring about people because I didn't really know what it meant, but I'm constantly worrying about you. That's what caring is. It's worrying about the people you love. I'm always wondering where you are and what's happening to you. I sound like I'm a boy that's in love with you.

You were the person that pulled me out of my dark little non-sorority hole, and you brought me into the light.

I love you so much, and I'm going to miss you so much. You're going to do great things in the real world, and I am so proud of you.

Love,

Little

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