The first snow day of the year is always exciting, whether it's on a weekend or a school day. After weeks of bitter cold and extreme windchill, the gust of a storm is welcome, giving everyone an excuse to hole up inside with their favorite hot beverage, a blanket and Netflix. Even as someone who hates the snow, the first snowfall of the season seems a little bit magical.

1. When you're waiting for the storm and it's finally begun

It's so exciting! The first flakes are few and far between, but before long they start to rapidly fall.

2. As soon as there's decent coverage, you and your roommates begin to plan out the entire day of snow-filled fun

3. Going outside right after the snowfall

4. When you rediscover the joy of sledding

Why don't I do this more often?

5. And making snow angels

6. Don't forget about snow men!

Admit it, you even sang the song

7. Coming back inside only to realize just how cold you are

A hot shower and warm blanket are your best friend!

8. Realizing you may have to venture outside once again to get dinner

Maybe oatmeal and carrot sticks are fine

9. When you get the e-mail that you need to move your car

Nothing says snow day quite like shoveling your car out. If you wait, everyone else will have shoveled their snow onto your, too.

10. The inevitable Netflix marathon

Before you know it, you've watched an entire season of your favorite show.

11. Despite the cold, the shoveling and slippery sidewalks, you still love the first snowfall because it makes you feel like a kid again.

Because everyone needs an excuse to make a huge mug of cocoa, use four blankets at once and watch way too much television.