One of the most anticipated parts of summer is laying out by a pool, or even on the beach. Tan lines become victory marks and most social activities take place outside in the sun. If you're someone who lays out a lot, you know that the best part of laying out is going in at the end of it. Especially being in Florida, a few hours is all you need before you feel all of the moisture leaving your body. Here is the reality of tanning.

1. First you wake up and realize the beautiful day that is ahead of you.

2. And because you'd rather enjoy it horizontally, tanning (or laying out) is your go to.

3. Which is exciting because your current shade this summer is transparent.

4. To maximize your tanning opportunities, you check the UV index to make sure you're in primetime.

5. As you step outside you're reminded why this never lasts long.

6. To pass time, maybe you read a book or scroll through your phone.

7. That is until you start sweating on your book and can't open your eyes wide enough to read anything.

8. So you go in the pool to cool down.

9. Only to be completely dry the second you step out.

10. It's hour two. It is hotter than Satan's lair, but you're not a quitter. You can last an hour longer.

11. After checking your tan line status you decide yes, you are a quitter and you retreat to the air conditioning.

13. Unfortunately, your day of tanning proves successful when your skin starts to look like this in the early evening:

14. Just remember to take it easy and protect your skin.