Holiday Spirit

Where do the bonds of Sisterhood come from?  Just by pledging a sorority doesn't necessarily make you a Sister in anything other than title and just because you may be born into a family doesn't mean that just because you may love someone you might not like them always. 

Nine Sigmas were treated to a lovely brunch at Nancy's home where we were well fed, treated to lovely souveniers.  We left with our bodies full of nourishment and our hearts filled with love, fun and fellowship.  We read aloud and in unison to that lovely Christmas classic, T'was The Night Before Christmas, then followed with fun season-themed games in which we flexed our Christmas song knowledge and exhibited our beautiful singing voices.

I could have sat at that table for hours just chatting and sharing stories about everything and nothing but life has a way of seeping in the cracks of consciousness and we all departed to our next engagements.  I certainly left with my heart brimming as full as my eyes for the kindess and Sisterhood these women showed.  In lieu of our annual Gift Lift project which this year will not be rolled out, our Alumnae group supported this grateful sister in her passion for animals and sponsored the Tri Sigma Antler Drive for the Allen County SPCA.  These wonderful women embarked on a "deer hunt" through the wilds of the local retail establishments for antlers which will provide enrichment to shelter dogs this holiday season.

What makes a Sister?  There are so many ingredients to add to the bowl and my original paragraph may have been to gushingly embarassing for these women.  Each are extraordinary in their own right  and when assembled as a group are all Super Women.

Sweet Violets Tea and Antiques

Ten Sisters enjoyed a lovely tea luncheon at Sweet Violets Tea and Antiques on Saturday.  Sweet Violets, of course, is the new undertaking of Debbie who has already done wonders with the place.  Seated in a bright, sunny room we enjoyed aromatic teas, delicious food and the best of company.

We were disappointed to learn that the Mental Health association will no longer be doing the Gift Lift which our group has been participating in for over thirty years.  Suggestions were made as to another Christmas time philanthropic undertaking.  It was discussed that we might do an antler drive for the Allen County SPCA for Christmas and then try to schedule a later meeting around a time and effort contribution rather than a lunch meeting.

Sweet Violets

The October meeting will be at Sweet Violets Tea and Antiques on Saturday October 6th at 11:00 am.  We are looking forward to seeing everyone there!

Thanks

This looks great. Thanks to out great new secretary for all of her work!

September Meeting

Nine Sisters and a guest were hosted by Julie at her home.  We played a get to know you guessing game and were treated to a lovely brunch. 

February Meeting

Right on the eve of the March meeting, I have an update around the February meeting.  My apologies for being remiss in posting.
Despite the blustery, snowy day that caused street signs to be covered and roads treacherous to navigate, eight sisters made the trek to Decatur to Debra's home for a lunch of soup, salad and sandwiches.
It was asked that any sister who would like to share a special accomplishment either of their own or of another sister is encouraged to email Debra who will be collecting to forward to Aimee B. 

The DC collegiate chapter will be hosting Founder's Day in April and have been invited to join our alumnae Facebook page.

Tri Sigma Christmas Party

Eight sisters rang in the Holiday season with lunch at The Olive Garden followed by some serious mall shopping.  See you in the New Year!