It is that time of year again. People are putting up trees and lights, as well as breaking out their coats for the first time in almost a year. The holiday season is just about everyone's favorite time of the year. I for one am a holiday fanatic, to the point where my heart skips a beat whenever I see a glimpse of a pine tree or colored lights. Even though the holiday season is wonderful, there are some downsides to it, as well as some aspects to look forward too.

3. (Best) Holiday drinks at Starbucks

Peppermint mocha, toffee nut latte, honey and almond hot chocolate, there is one for everyone! The festive cups are also a cute and subtle change to the regular and somewhat boring white ones.

3. (Worst) Having to sift through the excessive amounts of the photos of the festive cups on social media

I just want to see actual posts, maybe even news, not your drink!

2. (Best) Getting to see relatives

The more the merrier. Relatives are coming in, and telling about their travel horror stories. You want to sympathize, but also at the same time laugh. Seeing and catching up with the family that you have not seen since last year is always a fun time.

2. (Worst) Having to give up your room when relatives come to stay (Ben Franklin was right when he said that people guests are like fish)

You just want a moment alone, but your room is occupied by guests. We all know that feeling.

1. (Best) Having winter break

There is nothing like finally sleeping in your own bed after months of the lumpy dorm beds or just relaxing without any major deadlines in sight.

1. (Worst) Missing your friends

That horrible feeling when you finally get to see your family who you have been missing, then realizing that you will not have some of your best friends there to share in the moment. I know that even though I absolutely adore the holiday season, I will also be looking forward to January when I get to see my pals again.