Now that summer is almost coming to a close, I say we ought to reflect back on a time when things were simpler. It's been awhile since the biggest obstacle many of us faced during schoolwas finding a place to put our Tamagotchi during class. Now school stressors range from mountains of homework to looming exams to *gasp* paying for our own things.

Let's compare, shall we?

School supply shopping.

Then: Having mom get you absolutely everything on the supply list your school sent you. Also, Crayola markers were a must. None of that RoseArt sh*t.

Now: A few Five Star notebooks and pens will do because momma ain't paying no more.

Meeting your new teachers.

Then: So excited to meet your new teachers and see if they had a class pet like a turtle that you would definitely only play with once.

Now: Unless you know your professor is absolutely amazing or is horribly dreadful, you probably spend your first lecture day dreaming about missing your summer freedom.

Dealing with annoying people in your class.

Then: Saying some insult that proves you're "cool" to your peers.

Now: A witty tweet or even Yik Yak will suffice.

Nap time.

Then: Doing everything in your power to avoid naps.

Now: Doing everything in your power to take them as often as possible.

Hanging out with friends.

Then: Actually hanging out with friends (bonus if your playdates included parachute games with mom/a lady wearing mom jeans and white New Balance sneakers).

Now: Taking pictures to prove to others you're hanging out with friends.

Saying goodbye to your summer fling.

Then: Probably via passing notes or AIM.

Now: College is a time to sew your oats and explore so if you're lucky, both you and your summer beau are ready to end it.

Getting textbooks.

Then: Long gone are the days where textbooks are included which is how it should be. *cough cough*

Now: Amazon, the University Bookstore, buying from strangers. It's a tad much.

After school activities.

Then: Dance, swim team, Girl Scouts, choir, debate team, student council, basketball, etc.

Now: Alcohol and Instagram stalking are activities, right?

Moving in.

Then: Haha wait, that wasn't a thing.

Now: Spent trying not to have a melt down.

It's crazy how much has changed. Wishing you all a great start to the school year!