Spring break is, unfortunately, over. Now, we must brave the rest of the semester with as much caffeinated dedication as we can muster. It won't always be easy and it won't be fun, but just remember that you're not alone in this fight. Here are 23 times when "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" accurately described returning to school after spring break.
1. Trying To Wake Up And Stay Awake
While those three alarms that you set will probably get you to class, they won't help keep you from falling asleep in class.
2. Using Makeup To Hide The Fact That You're Basically Undead At This Hour
In the words of Penny Hofstadter, "It's 8:00 a.m. That's like the middle of the night."
3. Hearing Your Professor Say, "Well I Didn't Have Anything Else Planned Today, But..."
No, I do not want to hear about the next lesson. That's what the next lesson is for.
4. Catching Up On All The Drama That Happened Over Break.
They don't call it a "spring fling" for nothing.
5. Ignoring The People Passing Out Pamphlets About Political Candidates And Religion On Your Way To Class
Keep your eyes down, headphones in, and power walk like you've never power walked before.
6. Having Technology Errors Only When You Need To Turn In An Assignment
It was working fine last week during the hours of Netflix binges, but it had to break today.
7. Mentally Listing All Of The Things That You Would Be Doing Right Now If It Was Still Break
My attention span decreases exponentially every time anyone says, "Gauss-Jordan Elimination."
8. Having To Make Awkward Small Talk
You know that no one is actually going to tell you something interesting, but they'll appreciate that you asked.
9. Realizing How Much You Miss The Solitude Of Your Couch
You're having a socialization overload.
10. Hugging Your Friends Like You Haven't Seen Them In Three Months Instead Of Seven Days
Order has been restored.
11. Finding Yourself Counting Down The Days Until Summer Break One Too Many Times
Take a deep breath.
12. Trying To Focus On The Lecture And Not Understanding How This Made Sense To You Last Week
Maybe this is a sign that I need to go to office hours.
13. Convincing Yourself That This Week Isn't So Bad
It's motivational speaking 101.
14. Realizing That You're Not Very Convincing
Note to self: do not become a lawyer, life coach, or motivational speaker.
15. Thoroughly Debating Dropping Out Of School
I don't really need an English Degree to write a book, right?
16. Being Asked An Assortment Of Questions About Your Break
Define "dating."
17. Repeating The Same General Answer Whenever Anyone Asks
Whether you don't want everyone thinking that you spent the whole break watching Netflix (even though it was amazing) or thinking that you were a little too adventurous in Mexico, this answer is always a safe bet.
18. Saving The More Specific Stories For Close Friends
That is, if you can even remember the stories to tell.
19. Getting Graded Exams Back
Quick, look through the syllabus for extra credit options!
20. Hearing A Classmate Ask About The Essay Due Today
Was it really necessary to assign a major essay over break? Was it?
21. Realizing That The Only Way To Get Through This Semester Is With A Plan
I'm going to need a calendar, glitter pens, and a sleeve of Thin Mints.
22. Turning Down Invitations To Go Out On Weekdays
You're busy with writing essays and studying for exams.
23. Not Forgetting To Have Your Fair Share Of Fun Come The Weekend
After all, you are still in college and maybe if you close your eyes, you can still pretend that you're on break. Then you have to do it all over again for the next seven weeks. Good luck!