Happy Founders Day Zeta Phi Beta!

Then the man said:

“This is at last bone of my bones

And flesh of my flesh.

This one will be called Woman,

Because from man this one was taken- Genesis 2:23

Happy Founders Day Women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc!

I have always loved the above scripture, as it describes what a bond between man and woman should be; it lays the foundation for a husband and wife. In fact, verse 24 reads: That is why a man will leave his father and his mother and he must stick to his wife and they must become one flesh. I believe it is my sincerest belief that when A. Langston and Charles Taylor sat down and came up with the concept of a sister organization, they had their bibles opens to those scriptures. What other reason can there be for the bond that makes us who we are. I know first hand what that bond means. How so? Well it’s no secret that my relationship to my frat brothers is at best strained and at worse sucks. This is for a number of reasons, none of which I will go into in this blog. I will say it is always the connection to Zeta Phi Beta and the Sorors therein, that more often than not bring me back to the table and (keep me there) of Blue and White. This isn’t to say that my relationship with my Sorors hasn’t been polemic; quite the contrary. They have gotten on my nerves as I know I have gotten on theirs. Some I don’t speak to, and some I will never speak to. Those are the breaks. But, after the past year or so I realize that if my sisters step in my ass it is because of a basic truth as found in Luke 12:48: “Indeed, everyone to whom much was given, much will be demanded of him; and the one whom people put in charge of much, they will demand more than usual of him” They stay on me because they know I can do better. For this I thank them. For years, in my youth and arrogance I thought Deltas were what women should inspire to. It is with no shame I say that I was wrong, and that if and when I have a daughter, or wife, they shall be women of Zeta.

Damn, 87 years in the game. That’s saying a lot. I was wondering what I could say that would show my greatest appreciation to the organization of women who have been the most profound blessing a brother could have since becoming a member of the blue and white.

In the interest of keeping it simple (I’m looking at you Lillet), I’d just like to say thank you to:

The founders of ZPB, whose dedication to finer womanhood, scholarship, sisterly love, and a whole bunch of other pretty shit has lasted 87years and seems like it will last another 87 years,

Sorors Joy, Amber and Wendi, who taught me that everything on my mind need not be said,

Soror Desiree, who put out the word of my family’s trials and remained a friend throughout,

Soror Fredricka whose kind words often gave me a sense of hope during “the long night

Soror Lisa who keeps encouraging me to make it work,

The Sorors of the Phenomenal Pacific Region who showed a Brother love when I felt no love at the table of Blue and White,

The Sorors in Chicago, AJ, Tina, Renee, Chaisty, Mel, Tuesday, and that Capricorn who rules the world (LOL) and the all the rest, who came to my family’s aid in our time of need, responding before the brothers, and providing the ultimate service, working my father’s repast. That is a debt I will never be able to repay

Soror Michele who forgave my silliness and helped me through the grieving process,

Soror Mya, who continues to look out for me and make me smile, even when I don’t want to,

Soror Katina, who really helped me focus on what I needed to do,

Soror Rev. Dr. BJ, for showing me those wounds doesn’t always heal unless we take the initiative to rest, lest we infect others. Freedom is TRULY a beautiful thing.

Soror Isheya, who helped me see that flaws and all I am one of the beautiful ones,

Soror Lillet my “attorney”, friend, big sister and conscience. You have been there through good times and bad, sickness and health. I am closer to you than my blood sister. I am always a phone call away.

Soror Nickia, the Greatest Zeta. You have been many things to me, but chief of these is friend. I have learned and grown since being bless with your presence. Wise beyond your years and beautiful to match, knowing you has been my greatest blessing since becoming a man of Sigma. I can never repay you for what you’ve done. I can only continue to press towards the mark of the higher calling. The bible says that there are three great emotions one can have is faith, hope and love. Indeed, you have shown all three. (Stop frowning Lillet and Nickia, I know that was extra). Thank you…

Sorors world wide (and any I forgot ;-)) Enjoy your day…

Represent goddamn it, this day is for you

Happy Founders Day Women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc!

And That is Straight, No Chaser!

TLT

Jan 16, 2007

5:00AM