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Post by No Screen Name on Aug 10, 2009 21:53:36 GMT -5
...in terms of your BGLO? This is a creative writing post, so be as flowery as you can. Thank you in advance.  Seriously though, what does this concept mean to YOU? |
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Post by Iceman on Aug 11, 2009 8:50:37 GMT -5
NSN - I won't leave you hanging....
Although I can give a brief definition of my interpretation of the word “Brotherhood”, I truly believe it is something that has to be experienced over time to fully comprehend what it is. That said, I view the Brotherhood of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. as a group of men who share a common bond and are inextricably linked through ritual, shared history, experiences, common goals, ideas, or values.
Although the word “Brotherhood” gives off the concept and allure of a united front and a strong sense of solidarity, it doesn’t always mean that ALL Brothers within are on the same accord at all times. The Brotherhood consists of men from various age demographics, backgrounds, beliefs, and walks of life that may shape their different ideas or pattern of thought.
However, as time flies and I inch closer to 15 years in Alpha, I’ve noticed and experienced the beauty of true Brotherhood (in Alpha) is that no matter the level of disagreement that sometime occurs, the shared love of our great Fraternity allows us to adapt, accept differences of opinion, and ultimately overcome adversity due to the common thread that binds us all.
Above everything else, Brotherhood is the aspect of my Fraternity that I love the most.
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Post by BLAC-A-MUS PRYME on Aug 11, 2009 8:59:31 GMT -5
^ agrees (except for the APA part... just kidding)
Brotherhood, to me is a very simple quality but demands probably the most dedication out of a person. To not know a person other than the fact that he took the same oaths and have the same ideals and to call him "Brother" could be considered crazy. But to find loyalty amongst a group of men is a reward that is truly felt in the first year of membership. To go on road trips and stay in another Brother's home. To go to conferences and conclaves and mingle with Brothers from all walks of life is something that could not be attained with money.
Brotherhood is the greatest advantage in the professional and social world and should be handled with the best of care.
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Post by Blues Clues on Aug 11, 2009 12:45:34 GMT -5
Sisterhood.....i could be here all day talking about that..but in a nutshell, sisterhood to me is the ability to depend on someone when times are hard, with them not expecting anything in return. Someone that you can lean of for emotional, mental, physical, or even financial support. Someone you could call anytime of the night for help, and they would do so without asking "why" or "how come you didn't call someone else?". Someone you could share similar experiences with, and they not judge because you are not "perfect". Sisters share a common bond (i.e. oaths, mother, father, guardian), and look out for one another...
Surprisingly, some people have a closer "sisterhood" relationship with people OUTSIDE their biological family....
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Post by Oldskool on Aug 11, 2009 19:21:57 GMT -5
In terms of sisterhood within the Greek world, I have become closer with ladies in other orgs. It could be due to location, children, neighborhood, workplace, etc. Even so, I have made some very good friends who exemplify the sisterhood idea. We watch each others' children, celebrate weddings, graduations, cry for death of relatives, support through medical issues, etc.
Believe it or not, I have kept up with 9 of my 11 LS. I am very close, location wise to one, and speak to some on the phone and others on FB. As Vi said, my close sisterhood relationships are outside my family and my org.
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Post by Blues Clues on Aug 12, 2009 20:51:23 GMT -5
I love my biological sisters dearly, but we are not nearly as close as my LS and I, or my BF and I...There is 10 years between my sisters and me, so we really don't relate on most matters.....My LS, on the other hand, words can't explain how many times we have covered for each other, how many times we have helped each other, how many times we have cried on each other's shoulders....It is amazing how love doesn't necessarily needs to run through blood lines...
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Post by Kyng of JDs on Aug 12, 2009 21:57:51 GMT -5
I echo Iceman’s comments and add the following regarding my experience with brotherhood:
During this past general convention in New Orleans, my LB’s and I went to the Fuddrucker’s in Harrah’s. We were in line with some brothers from California, Wyoming (yeah, that’s what I said), and Kansas. The brothers from Kansas were 26 yr brothers, California was 10 or so, and Wyoming (stop laughing) was 28. Anyway, Fuddruckers messed up the orders, and without hesitation, I asked to speak to the manager of the hotel. I exchanged pleasantries with the manager and informed him of the amount of money Alpha men were spending in his establishment. Needless to say, the manager treated us to the steakhouse.
We all met up the next day and ate in the steakhouse. The stories those brothers shared with us manifested Bro. Brown’s thoughts. We truly exchanged greetings and departed friends. Next year I will be going to Wyoming.
Why?
BROTHERHOOD. period.
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Post by DamieQue™ on Aug 13, 2009 6:54:09 GMT -5
To take "the road less traveled here"
Friendship (to me) > Brotherhood
Brotherhood to me only denotes commonality, Friendship is a reoccuring choice. We do not choose our brothers, but we do choose our friends. And if it can be said that we have a friend, then we also have a brother. Finally, one can hate another that is his brother (by blood, by fraternity, by other common bond) but one cannot hate a friend.
Here it is in a nutshell (and I've said this before):
I can call on my brother to help me...
...I can count on him to come because he is my friend.
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Post by T-Rex91 on Aug 13, 2009 7:13:39 GMT -5
y'all know some prospects are going to be repeating these words in an interview somewhere and not even sending y'all royalties right? LOL
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Post by DamieQue™ on Aug 13, 2009 7:47:34 GMT -5
y'all know some prospects are going to be repeating these words in an interview somewhere and not even sending y'all royalties right? LOL |
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Post by T-Rex91 on Aug 13, 2009 8:07:34 GMT -5
y'all know some prospects are going to be repeating these words in an interview somewhere and not even sending y'all royalties right? LOL I forgot! Money back guarantee and everything! |
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Post by Kyng of JDs on Aug 13, 2009 10:18:54 GMT -5
y'all know some prospects are going to be repeating these words in an interview somewhere and not even sending y'all royalties right? LOL Has anyone seen these? Giving them the benefit of the doubt, maybe page one says "Get to know the chapter members." |
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Post by Comedy on Aug 13, 2009 17:40:46 GMT -5
You need to put this in a recruit brochure. I love my biological sisters dearly, but we are not nearly as close as my LS and I, or my BF and I...There is 10 years between my sisters and me, so we really don't relate on most matters.....My LS, on the other hand, words can't explain how many times we have covered for each other, how many times we have helped each other, how many times we have cried on each other's shoulders....It is amazing how love doesn't necessarily needs to run through blood lines... |
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Post by Comedy on Aug 13, 2009 17:43:25 GMT -5
I don't even understand why "they" keep letting you ask questions just encouraging folks to lie. ...in terms of your BGLO? This is a creative writing post, so be as flowery as you can. Thank you in advance. Seriously though, what does this concept mean to YOU? |
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Post by Comedy on Aug 13, 2009 17:44:54 GMT -5
...and this is why this question should never come up. I like the more personal approach and tend to stray from the questions the organization suggest. y'all know some prospects are going to be repeating these words in an interview somewhere and not even sending y'all royalties right? LOL |
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Post by Comedy on Aug 13, 2009 17:48:06 GMT -5
Bingo! My friends who happen to be members of my sorority are my "friends" and I introduce them as such. My Sorors are people in my sorority and I introduce them as my Sorors. To take "the road less traveled here"
Friendship (to me) > Brotherhood
Brotherhood to me only denotes commonality, Friendship is a reoccuring choice. We do not choose our brothers, but we do choose our friends. And if it can be said that we have a friend, then we also have a brother. Finally, one can hate another that is his brother (by blood, by fraternity, by other common bond) but one cannot hate a friend.
Here it is in a nutshell (and I've said this before):
I can call on my brother to help me...
...I can count on him to come because he is my friend. |
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Post by Southie on Aug 13, 2009 18:26:31 GMT -5
My LS's are my bestfriends!
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Post by No Screen Name on Aug 14, 2009 12:19:45 GMT -5
I don't even understand why "they" keep letting you ask questions just encouraging folks to lie. *SIGH*...and you and I came so far, too... |
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Post by Blues Clues on Aug 15, 2009 5:21:58 GMT -5
...and this is why this question should never come up. I like the more personal approach and tend to stray from the questions the organization suggest. y'all know some prospects are going to be repeating these words in an interview somewhere and not even sending y'all royalties right? LOL That would be sad if they repeat this stuff...where is your flare on it?  I remember in my interview (that I was super nervous for) they asked me that question, my answer was so friggen long I swear they fell asleep and woke up in the little speech....LOL |
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Post by Comedy on Aug 16, 2009 0:17:59 GMT -5
LOL awww lighten up! I don't even understand why "they" keep letting you ask questions just encouraging folks to lie. *SIGH*...and you and I came so far, too... |
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Post by LejaOMG on Aug 24, 2009 12:14:50 GMT -5
Damie reminds me (by using an org-specific principle)
Whenever I make new initiates, I ask them to expound on why they think our founders chose "Sisterly Love" as a principle instead of "Sisterhood" as did the founders of the other sororities. Sisterhood is a bond that is external. We are sisters because we happen to have the same parents or we happen to belong to the same sorority, or attend the same church or what-have-you, but sisterly love comes from within. Something you have to continually practice for it to remain viable. And sisterly love, unlike sisterhood, is reciprocal. That is, I can't exercise sisterly love with you if you don't with me.
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Post by BLAC-A-MUS PRYME on Aug 25, 2009 11:58:37 GMT -5
<hugs Leja>
Exalt!
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Post by Blues Clues on Aug 27, 2009 19:47:18 GMT -5
Leja.....exalt...my sister.....
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Post by **Dea** on Aug 30, 2009 12:01:40 GMT -5
OOOOOOh!!! Nice thread!!!
<===petitions that the topic be expanded though ;-)
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I will honor and defend.. 
I remember in my interview (that I was super nervous for) they asked me that question, my answer was so friggen long I swear they fell asleep and woke up in the little speech....LOL
