Hi, this is Krista Van Hoose.... The sisters of the Iota Epsilon chapter woke up today to a nice breakfast hosted by Foundation (and sponsored by Director of Collegians Cindy DeNormandie -- THANK YOU!)and trekked to the Galt House Hotel to get signed in for the Expo. I enjoyed fastening our Phi Sig pins to informative postcards to give to athletes who passed our booth.

Each athlete, donor and spectator had an amazing story, or fun comment, for us. Personally, I laughed along with several people and learned about the trading of pins here at the Games. People gave us pins representing their teams, or even the states where they are from. It was great speaking with these people and letting them know that WE are here to support THEM.

A few hours later, Phi Sigs traveled to the University of Louisville Natatorium to volunteer at the swimming event. I was one of the timers. The people were absolutely great and had fun comments to share before swimming, saying things to each other like, 'You better win. You're awesome!' 'Well, I'm hoping to win! I might need CPR later!' These swimmers were dedicated to reach their goal of so many laps.... Each timer cheered on swimmers so they would not give up, no matter what position they were in.

I realized that their goal in life is to LIVE and not feel sorry for themselves. I will always remember this event. I look forward to tomorrow's actvities, too, and getting to know all my sisters here! Until next time...

Krista Van Hoose
Iota Epsilon Chapter, Indiana University-Kokomo