1. Denial
It doesn't feel real. "19 days til Christmas" just seems like forever. I have plenty of time to shop, right? It'll get done.
2. Anger
Why is everyone asking me what I bought my roommate for Christmas? Why is everyone posting pictures of their neatly wrapped presents under a well-decorated tree? Why is this line in Target so long?
3. Bargaining
Currently begging my parents for some extra cash since I forgot to buy a gift for my cousin and praying that Old Navy will do another storewide 50% off sale, while also promising myself that if I finish Christmas shopping, I'll buy a little something for myself, too. *sighs*
4. Depression
Nothing is on sale. I'm a broke college student. I can't afford all of this. Do you think my mom would be upset if I just colored a picture of a flower and gave it to her? I should've gone shopping on Black Friday.
5. Acceptance
It's all gonna be okay. I may have failed this year, but I promise I'll start shopping earlier next year.