Spring-oritis

Whether you are a senior or not, it is the Spring and everyone is burnt out from school. No more football season. Into volleyball, basketball, soccer and baseball! Also into pushing through the last few weeks of classes full of tests, quizzes, papers, presentations and, lastly, finals. So whether it is senioritis, or just another kind of "itis," we have to press on. Instead of sleeping through one more class, get up and go. It's not that hard. Instead of not studying at all, at least make a study guide or talk it through with someone else. Instead of not reading any material, at least read the summaries/highlights and know the bold words. Don't let your exhaustion and frustration screw up your GPA in the last 20 days of class. Seriously, 20 days and then you are free for the summer. And whether your summer consists of working, taking summer classes, traveling or doing absolutely nothing (which I would only encourage doing that for a small amount of time), the summer will still be much more relaxing than your semesters. So work for it. Maybe I am writing this more to give myself a pep talk rather than anyone that may read this. Trust me. I have some serious senioritis. And it is funny, because no one notices. I guess I hide it well ahah. :) But nonetheless, it is a good lesson and attitude adjuster for any student during the Spring.

One great way to push through and finish strong is incentivizing yourself. Make a reward for yourself if you accomplish something, i.e. a manicure for you ladies if you get an A on a presentation or paper OR a piece of candy if you read a book :) Something to try. Something else to try, plan out next years' dorm room or apartment with www.dormsuitedorm.com. Take a break from studying and design your own bedding, purchase wall decor, sheets, pillows, ottoman, bath robes and much more. You can also buy graduation gifts for all of your friends.

Wherever you are in life precious lady, I pray you finish strong and be proud of your best efforts!!!

GOODLUCK

Step Sing anyone?

Alright, so who knows anything about Samford University's Step Sing CHAOS?? If you do, you will understand everything I am about to say. If you don't, here is a BRIEF summary. Words could never properly explain the true meaning and craziness of Step Sing. Step Sing is an annual competition between 10-13 organizations (it ranges each year depending on organizational status). Each organization (i.e. Chi Omega, Alpha Delta Pi, Pi Kappa Phi, Dudes a Plenty-independent men, Independent Ladies, etc) come up with a SECRET theme and then create a 6 minute production (dancing and singing) to compete with in front of 4 judges. Costumes, choreography, vocals, facials, energy and overall entertainment are only a few of the categories each organization is judged on. Competition gets CRAZY wild and the Sweepstakes trophy is a COVETED award on Samford's Campus. Ok, to try and explain the vastness of Step Sing a little more (my boyfriend could not grasp this concept), about 7,000 people travel to see this show (only 3 performances a year) and about 600 Samford students participate. Oh, and each organization can ONLY practice for 40 hours previous to the competition. If it is found out that you practiced more....you are fined a lot of money!

So, all that to be said, I participated in my last Step Sing this past weekend (which made me physically ill, but it was worth it). Chi Omega had a GREAT production: BATMAN. It was by far the funnest year. We had 5 villains in our production, Poison Ivy, Catwoman, Mr. Freeze, Two Faced and the Joker and then, of course, Batman. A Sigma Chi and friend of many Chi O's gladly volunteered for the job :) He did great!! Our closing formation was that of a Bat, with the lights down and all of us with flashlights pointing up. I think that was the audience's favorite part. Unfortunately, we did not place this year (as usual) BUT we left it all on stage and performed our hearts out AND had fun in the process. Now, we all need to catch up on sleep....

Does your college/university have ANYTHING like this? If so, I hope you are involved. Such a great way to meet people and get close to those you may not know as well!!

Picture

Here is that picture I promised!!! I WANT ONE OF THESE!!!!

Ottomans

Latest and greatest decoration Mrs. Sheri has designed-the ottoman. She created and built a frame, made of wood, and has figured out how to cover with a fabric of your choice! She stuffs the top with cushion so that is it very comfy! It also has a removable top so that you can store things on the inside! :) It is so so precious. Looks great with a chair, couch, or could serve as seating space if your dorm is a little cramped (like mine was freshman year)!! I will try and post a picture but definitely visit our website www.dormsuitedorm.com to view all GREAT accessories we have to offer.

xoxo