Sara G. writes: What do you do for fun!  What would a 20-25 year old do for a social life if she was a sister? I can't picture myself sitting around every night just watching television or playing cards. That's what my elderly aunts do...but definitely not me. I guess I wouldn't expect to be allowed to do the "bar scene" but... what CAN I do to fulfill my need for socialization?

S. Mary Lee responds: What a good question, since many times in anyone’s life school, work etc. can consume lots of time and then FUN seems to take a back seat.

You’re correct in your expectation that the usual “bar” scene would not be a good idea. I’m not a play cards - watch TV person either.   We sisters are involved in a variety of different “groups.”  Each of these groups is a part of our life and brings us into different settings.

For me, I socialize with friends at the hospital where I work, but I also sing and so most of my “free time” is spent in the area of something musical, choirs, etc.  Yes, there would be a definite commitment that would be made to spend time with the sisters with whom you live since you would want to get to know them and they to know you if indeed you want to become a member of a particular community.   But each of us has a circle of friends and acquaintances in addition to the group with whom me live.