Sigma Poetry
May the things that make me Sigma
Be the things that guide my day,
May the torch of dear Aurora
Light the path along my way.
May my life be so exemplary
That everyone will know
Just by my deeds, that I am
Apart of Sigma Gamma Rho.
-Soror Eleanor Richardson
When there is hearty handshake
In the bond of sisterhood
There is love, and something noble;
Something great and good.
This exists in one sorority
The grandest that we know
One that stands for the highest ideals-
Sigma Gamma Rho!
-Soror Aubrie Johnson
Blue and Gold
The Fellowship of the blue and gold
Is a fellowship complete,
For here we find the kindred mind
Of love serene and sweet.
The sisterhood for which we seek
Is given without measure.
Devotion to Humanity
Is Sigma's dearest treasure.
This Blue and Gold Sorority
Is a group whose social clime
Show smiles across their faces.
Come now to me, Young ready heart;
Let Sigma Gamma Rho unfold
To you the sweetest sisterhood,
Where meets the blue and gold.
-Soror Hattie Minor
Why I Wanted To Be A Sigma
In today's world of chaos and doubt
There's a fine group of women
Who know what they're about;
Their aims and ideals soar towards the sky;
Their aspirations and high standards
This world can't defy-
That's why I wanted to be a SIGMA!
They march as shining beacons of light--
Soldiers of those virtues that ever endure;
Carrying torches that stand for the right--
Lighting pathways noble and pure.
Giving their service -- doing their best,
Eager for knowledge -- standing today's test.
That's why I wanted to be a SIGMA!
Their banner waves as they march along;
"Greater service -- Greater Progress" is seen.
Several hundred -- true and strong,
Filled with courage and intellect keen.
Shoulders erect and heads held high--
Their purity of ideals -- none can deny.
That's why I wanted to be a SIGMA!
Onward they march -- this courageous band;
Ever knowing there's more to do.
The finest women of our land
Firmly united in a sisterhood true.
Challenging women -- a fine group to know--
Progressing through service -- Sigma Gamma Rho!
That's why I wanted to be a SIGMA!
-Soror Fredda Witherspoon
As I walked through the halls of Greekdom,
And searched far and wide,
I found a group of sisters,
Who seemed to have true pride.
Their sisterhood and service,
Are mottos that they hold,
After that no doubt about it,
I had to be Blue and Gold.
~ Soror Rhonda Lofton
I AM DIVINE
Gently graceful, yet elusively powerful.
The blood of queens flows through my veins.
My ancestors ruled under royal blue skies and donned crowns of pure gold.
I am the living dream of my ancestors.
In the company of my sisters, I serve others selflessly.
The spirit of my founders guides me, their light shines within me ever so brightly.
I am the living dream of my founders.
Curious are the eyes who stare as I go, and it's no wonder,
I am a woman of Sigma Gamma Rho.
© Greek Impressions 1998
God Created A Special Woman...
Her body He shaped from the most selective sands
With warmth in her heart and strength in her hands.
Into her, carefully, a special air He breathed.
A special understanding for all the world to see.
Into her veins, He pumped kindness and truth
Carefully nurtured and each day renewed.
A monument of pride, strength, and love.
Blessed with virtues from God above.
Her presence is a light showing the path to go.
God created a special woman -- The woman of Sigma Gamma Rho!
~ Author Unknown
Sigma Gamma Rho - Specialty
It takes a special kind of woman to be a Sigma.
One who is graceful and filled with poise and dignity.
One who is strong in mind and sincere in heart.
One who is not sluggish or derogatory, but ambitious, zealous, and industrious.
One who is aware of self but who is not indifferent to others.
One who is willing sometimes to place the needs of others above those of her own.
One who reaches out and is not afraid to touch.
One who is willing to work for the community in order to better others, as well as herself.
One who is not easily discouraged and when the chips are down, her spirit remains high.
One who knows that real sisterhood is and everyday thing; and it should be spread not only throughout the Sorority, but throughout the community and the world.
It takes a special kind of woman to be a Sigma... A very special kind of woman.
For to be a Sigma is indeed something special.
~ Soror Gail J. Russell
Out of a Crowd of Millions
Out of a crowd of millions, I will emerge to be.
I am destined to be the star of every galaxy.
And when I arrive all eyes are on me.
More distinguished than any other, I am a rarity.
I am the first encounter of every kind,
So ethereal, dominating, and refined.
Suave, sexy, strong, and unmistakably envied
By all those who desire to belong to me.
But my complexity is too intense to see.
Yet, even I am amazed b my own ability.
I am BAD from HEAD to TOE!
I am a woman of Sigma Gamma Rho.
~ Author Unknown
A Talk With God
One day I asked God for the best He had new,
He said, "Take the richness of the color Royal Blue."
I then asked God for the best He had old,
He said, "Take my wonderful Antique Gold."
I told God I was searching for love in the Earth,
for value and sisterhood with women of worth.
He said, "What's best for you, I'll always know.
Here, meet your sisters... Sigma Gamma Rho."
I said, "God, we're all so different. What can we do?"
He said, "Learn to love each other as I love all of you."
I said, "God, that's so hard. We can't make it come true!"
He said, "It's hard - Yes! But I command that you do."
I set out on my journey. Pledged my time and mind,
Learning how to love while I was on line.
As I grew into a Sigma and walked the burning sands,
my loving sisters accepted me, holding forth their hands.
I see them and I meet them everywhere I go.
It is glorious to have others with me as I grow.
So God, for my sorors, I thank you so!
The satisfying sisterhood of Sigma Gamma Rho!
~ Author Unknown
The Sigma Woman
Her beauty is radiant and you can see it in her eyes
What is she? A Sigma Woman
The glory around her can not be hidden by a disguise
What is she? A Sigma Woman
She wears her colors like the royalty she is
What is she? A Sigma Woman
When she walks, guys heads turn and they want her to be his
What is she? A Sigma Woman
Inside she is very strong and knowledgeable too
What is she? A Sigma Woman
The talents she possess can be seen through and through
What is she? A Sigma Woman
She is the ultimate perfection for a woman to me and you
What is she? A Sigma Woman
A SIGMA GAMMA RHO WOMAN!
~ Soror Turkessa Solomon
An Ideal Sigma
A young lady who has a lot to offer,
No vulgarity or boastfulness is a part of her.
And who is willing to lend a hand
For Sigma, she'll always stand.
Sympathy is a part of her for the poor.
Never a stray she turns from her door.
To her, the love of God is a must
And in all she places her trust.
Sigma's Hymn she will sing with all her might
So that from its radiance others will see the light.
The pin, she will wear with a great deal of respect
But she's a Sigma-what can we expect?
~ Soror Mattie Lee Hollida
