All year, the only thing that pushes us through all the hard days is knowing that summer will be here soon. Sure enough, that time has almost arrived. Summer brings with it a lot of benefits and exciting things to look forward to. Counting down the days.

1. That perfect tan

We wait all year to have that perfect tan. We spend countless hours sun bathing with tanning lotion on under the beaming sun. Once we have this tan, suddenly everything about us is better. Our skin looks better, teeth look whiter, and we look skinnier.

2. Spontaneous Trips to Ralph's

On any summer night, when nothing else is going on, going to Ralph's is always a go-to. The vibes of waiting outside for your ices are exactly what you want. You might also bump into everyone you know, but that is part of the fun.

3. Driving Around With Your Friends

You do everything possible to find anything else fun to do on a summer night, but you usually will result to driving around with your friends and blasting your favorite music. As much as you try to avoid it, you enjoy ever moment.

4. 4th Of July

Whether it's the creative food or amazing fireworks, 4th of July is a happy holiday for everyone.

5. Reuniting With Your Home Friends

It's been awhile since you've all been home together for a long period of time. Although you have all gone off to meet new people, you still all really miss each other and cannot wait to have an entire summer together just like the good old days.

6. Catching Up On Netflix

Although binge-watching Netflix is not a hobby that you give up during the year, summer is a time to catch up on all of your shows with full focus. Catch up on the new Grey's Anatomy season and start 13 Reasons Why finally.

7. Having Absolutely No Responsibilities

You can finally breathe. You can sleep in late, go to bed late, and do whatever you want. You can finally take this time to relax and catch up on your sleep.