oath:
a solemn promise, usually invoking a divine witness, regarding your future acts or behavior
As members of sororities and fraternities we promise on the day of our initiation to make sure we uphold our values, mission and purpose in everything we do from that point on. I think its important that we realize we have made this commitment and that it is for a lifetime.
When I think of an oath I think back to when I was initiated into Alpha Gamma Delta. I know for me I took my oath because it meant that I was becoming part of a great organization with high standards and a strong sisterhood. It meant that I would commit myself to living the values of our 11 founders and always be there for my sisters.
In addition to this I think taking an oath is a very special thing. You are only initiated once and the ceremony is something shared by only you and your sisters. Its the first time you learn your ritual and its an experience you never forget. I know I'll never forget my initiation or ritual and I'll always try to live by the values of AGD.
a solemn promise, usually invoking a divine witness, regarding your future acts or behavior
As members of sororities and fraternities we promise on the day of our initiation to make sure we uphold our values, mission and purpose in everything we do from that point on. I think its important that we realize we have made this commitment and that it is for a lifetime.
When I think of an oath I think back to when I was initiated into Alpha Gamma Delta. I know for me I took my oath because it meant that I was becoming part of a great organization with high standards and a strong sisterhood. It meant that I would commit myself to living the values of our 11 founders and always be there for my sisters.
In addition to this I think taking an oath is a very special thing. You are only initiated once and the ceremony is something shared by only you and your sisters. Its the first time you learn your ritual and its an experience you never forget. I know I'll never forget my initiation or ritual and I'll always try to live by the values of AGD.
It's great that you understand and will remember your ritual and what it meant to you so well!
ReplyDeleteI can really tell how much you love AGD from the way you describe your passion and dedication tot he oath you took to Alpha Gamma Delta.
Patty,
ReplyDeleteFirst of all I love Alpha Gamm's crest!
Second, I like how you say that we only get initiated once. This is so important because its hard to cherish the moment at the time, but its so special looking back on it!
Seee you tomorrow :)
I loved everything you said here! Youre right in the fact that we do have to live up to our oath for a lifetime and as big as that may seem, I think every single one of us are more than capable of doing it.
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