There Will be Blood?

Greek week has officially ended. I can tell you I had a fabulous time, despite my sorority finishing in last place. We own it and do it with style. We were awarded most spirited, and many girls were given superlatives. We had support of the other chapters, and we gave it right back. It's a good feeling to be liked. It was honestly one of the best weeks I've had all semester--with the exception of one thing:

The lack of spirit of particular people. More specifically, the outright rudeness and bully-like behavior of one to three individuals. There's a difference between competitive and ass-like behavior.

I would like to point out that it's Greek Week.  That no one is going to care what order everyone placed in a couple years, that the real importance is that it's supposed to bring us together. And by saying this I don't mean to take away any glory from the chapter who took first, you did great and are good sports. However, my chapter is perfectly fine losing, we strive for five. I'd also like to point out that no one cheers for the poor sport, and that became increasingly clear throughout the week.

These individuals embarrassed a lot of their chapter. The members openly admit it.

What good does it do to put others down? To tell your fellow members to kick another chapter's members in the face? To laugh and talk about another chapter loud enough for them to hear? Even sometimes bringing race into it? I don't appreciated anyone calling my sisters bad names when we're supposed to be fighting stereotypes. You're feeding into it... All of it.

Someone once said, 'Whoever has the most fun wins!'

How can you win if all you do is put others down? Unless that IS your version of fun. That's a good fulfilling life.

I apologize to anyone who knows who I am speaking of that is in this organization. I know it is not the view of the chapter and I really like most of you. In fact some of my best friends reside in the group. However I believe it unfair for these individuals to make others feel so bad without repercussions.

Greek Week is supposed to be fun and they almost ruined it for a lot of people. Luckily everyone affected pulled together and had a great time. 'Aint gonna tie me down tie me down!

Sister Struggles... face-planting in the relay race.

Something to think about,

Sister Sampa.