Soroyalty

Anonymous asked: Hi Jackie! Just curious- where are you originally from in Florida? I work for a Northwest Florida Congressman and have so much love and respect for Floridians. XOXO.

Well, I don’t really consider myself a Floridian because I have no memory of ever living there. I was so little when I moved to Virginia & I’ve been here ever since!
My parents lived in the Jacksonville-area & also in Winter Haven when they were first married!!
Thanks for asking! xoxo

Anonymous asked: You have helped me soooo much! Thank you for all your knowledge on sorority life! If I need anything I'll definitely come again. One last question: Do I need a recommendation if I do the spring semester way? if so, how do I get one?

You’re so welcome!

I feel like you’re going to get sick of hearing this answer, but it really depends on the school. If you’re attending a big university in the South where Greek Life is huge, then absolutely! Outside of that region, I think it is less typical. 

Smaller schools also are less likely to expect letters of recommendation. At my school, I’ve only ever seen two or three letters of recommendation come through. A good recommendation can go a long way though!

I would just recommend asking someone you know in that sorority. Girls from your high school, family, family friends, etc. It helps if the person you know went to the same school that you’re attending because the girls will know the girl & will hopefully trust her judgement. It’s definitely not necessary though!

I’d be more than happy to talk to you again anytime!! xoxo

freckledandbrunette asked: 11, 18, 22

11: are you seriously happy with where you are in life?

Surprisingly, yes!

Not too long ago I was absolutely hating grad school & struggling with how to deal with it. But I feel like God has really provided for me! I can honestly say that for the first time I feel proud of myself for my accomplishments. I cannot even believe that I will have my Masters degree in less than three months (fingers crossed!!) Not to mention, I am beyond excited to be able to move back home after graduation.

Also, things with my best friend are amazing. Things with my boyfriend are incredible.

I’m really content right now & it’s such a great feeling!

18: ever liked someone you thought you didn’t stand a chance with?

Yes… my current boyfriend. When he asked me out in high school I seriously thought that it was a joke or some sort of weird bet with his friends. He was just so cute & all of the girls at our school were in love with him. I truly didn’t believe that he liked me.

Thankfully it wasn’t a joke & he still seems to like me! :)

22: can you do the alphabet in sign language?

Nope. I used to be able to when I was a kid, but I stopped doing it, so eventually I forgot.

Thanks so much for asking!! xoxo

• 01: tell me the truth, what made you start liking the person you like right now?
• 02: what on your body is hurting or bothering you?
• 03: what was your last thought before going to bed last night?
• 04: what are you listening to?
• 05: what’s something you’re not looking forward to?
• 06: where do you think your best friend is right now?
• 07: have you kissed anybody in the last five days?
• 08: sex on the first date?
• 09: kiss on the first date?
• 10: is there one person you want to be with right now?
• 11: are you seriously happy with where you are in life?
• 12: is there something you would like to say to someone?
• 13: what are three things you did today?
• 14: would you rather sleep at a friend’s or have them over?
• 15: what is your favorite kind of gum?
• 16: are you friends with any of your ex boyfriends/ girlfriends?
• 17: what is on your wrists right now?
• 18: ever liked someone you thought you didn’t stand a chance with?
• 19: does anyone have strong feelings for you?
• 20: are you slowly drifting away from someone?
• 21: have you ever wasted your time on someone?
• 22: can you do the alphabet in sign language?
• 23: how have you felt today?
• 24: you receive £60 without any reason, what do you spend it on?
• 25: what is wrong with you right now?
• 26: is there anyone you’re really disappointed in?
• 27: would you rather have starbucks or jamba juice right now?
• 28: why aren’t you in ‘love’ with your last ex anymore?
• 29: how late did you stay up last night and why?
• 30: when was the last time you talked to one of your best friends?
• 31: what were you doing an hour ago?
• 32: what are you looking forward to in the next month?
• 33: are you wearing jeans right now?
• 34: are you a patient person?
• 35: do you think you can last in a relationship for three months?
• 36: favorite color?
• 37: did you have a dream last night?
• 38: are you wearing jeans, shorts, sweatpants, or pajama pants?
• 39: if someone could be cuddling you right now, who would you want it to be?
• 40: do you love anyone who is not related to you?
• 41: if someone liked you right now, would you want them to tell you?
• 42: do you like meeting new people?
• 43: are you afraid of falling in love?
• 44: ever self-harmed or starved yourself?
• 45: has anyone ever told you that you have pretty eyes?
• 46: have you ever felt like you weren’t good enough?
• OH MY GOSH SOMEONE PLEASESESEEEEE

Anonymous asked: Do you know anything about rushing at Mississippi State, or someone that does? I'm transferring there next year (as a junior) and I know some schools don't really give bids to those that aren't freshmen.

I personally do not know anything about rushing at Mississippi State & I can’t think of anyone I know that does! I’m sorry, love!

If any of my followers know anything about sorority rush there, let me know so I can send my sweet anon to you!! 

xoxo

Someone from my hometown in Florida just visited my page

Anonymous asked: Ahhhhh! You have been soooo helpful! Thank you! So the school I am hoping to attend has the spring semester deal. What is recruitment and what does it entail? How do the sororities know who they want? IE how do i make myself wanted? Haha. What goes down in initiation? Should I be concerned? Do you suggest being in a sorority? Thanks soooooooo much!! XOXOXO

You’re very welcome! I’m so glad I could help!!

Recruitment varies a lot based on your school, so I don’t want to say too much & have it not be true for your campus! Basically, you will go to rounds each day where you will have the opportunity to meet each sorority. Some sororities you’ll absolutely love, so you will rank them higher. There will probably also be ones that you’re not that into, so you will rank them lower. Don’t worry about ranking… they’ll explain all of that to you when you get there! Each day when you arrive to recruitment you’ll know exactly which sororities you’ll be seeing. It will be exhausting, but it will be a lot of fun!

There’s probably no secret to making yourself wanted. If your school offers opportunities to meet the sororities in the fall (ie: each sorority on my campus hosts fall recruitment parties), go to them. It will help to know some girls before you go into formal recruitment. Be careful not to get yourself a bad reputation during first semester.  If you become “that girl” who sleeps around with everyone, pukes at every party, etc. the girls will probably hear about it. In recruitment, just be confident, be positive, & be polite and I’m sure you’ll be fin!

Do not be concerned about initiation. It’s amazing.

And, obviously I recommend being in a sorority! It’s by far the best decision I made for myself at college. It’s not for everyone, so if you get to campus & change your mind, that’s okay too!! But I recommend at least going through rush wherever you go!

xoxo

Anonymous asked: Hello again! Sorry for being too vague about my sorority Qs! Could you just do a quick run through of what one would od if trying to join a sorority their freshman year?:) Thanks again!

No need to be sorry, dear! I just wanted to make sure I told you what you wanted to know! 

Basically, any girls who are interested in joining a sorority should start for signing up for recruitment. You’re going to have to do a little bit of research on your school to know when formal recruitment is & when you should sign up. For example, my small school has formal recruitment in the spring semester, while most schools have formal rush in the fall.

The schedule of recruitment also varies for schools, but you should see all of the sororities at Open House in the first round. From there, it is a mutual selection process, meaning you pick which sororities you want to see again & they do the same with the potential new members (aka: you).

Bid Day is the last day of recruitment. That’s the day when girls would receive a bid from a sorority if they are interested in formally inviting you into membership. If you accept a bid from a sorority, your pledging process officially begins.

Pledging is a period of several weeks. The length will depend on which sorority you rush. During this time, you’re still considered a new member & you will have new member meeting to learn about the history & operations of your sorority. Basically, they’re preparing you for initiation. 

During your pledging period, new members receive a big sister. Again, a lot depends on the school & the sorority you choose, but typically that is a mutual selection process as well. Girls that are able to take littles will submit their names. In my chapter, new members make a list where they rank the five girls they want to be their big. Then some magic happens & your big will be told that she got a little.

Then, you will start to get presents & clues from your big! After that, sororities will have big/little reveal when you will find out who your big is. That happens prior to initiation, which is the last step in the new member or pledge process!

I think that basically covers joining a sorority… very briefly! Let me know if you have more questions!! 

xoxo