'Twas the week after finals, and everyone went home,

hanging with family and friends, and even chilling alone.

The papers and tests were done, a thing of the past.

It was time to relax, to sleep in and to have peace at last.

Dorm rooms are great, but there’s something about your own bed.

There’s no people next door, but a bass is still pounding in your head.

Not depending on meal plans is such a great time.

You don’t need Chipotle for fresh made guacamole with lime.

Your dog or your cat (if you have one) snuggle up to your legs,

while your mom or your sibling makes you bacon and eggs.

Your siblings are sweet and chill (because Mom told them so),

and when your friends hit you up, (after checking with Mom) you’re rarin’ to go.

Though most people from high school you’d like to avoid,

that select few you still see, gives you so much joy.

You catch up on the year, recapping on the times,

cringing on thoughts of high school, but it was pleasant (sometimes).

Whatever the holiday you celebrate,

I hope it is / was / will be great.

Good company and great food.

It will be calm and no family feud.

For it’s the week after finals, and we all can agree,

it’s a cause for celebration, no school until January!

You’ve said goodbye to your friends, you’ll miss them all.

You had some great times, but thank gosh it’s the end of fall.

You’ll be back at it next semester, that’s right in the spring.

Ready to party and go crazy, and of course, do that academics thing.

More late night chats and memories to be had,

but for now enjoy the lack of responsibility, (it’s not too bad).

As you kick back and relax with a smile on your face,

Happy holidays at home! Enjoy your parents' place!