I recently traded in my apron and a job at a popular ice cream chain for a cubicle and a desk job. I don't miss making under minimum wage or the closing shifts, but I do miss the free perks and the excitement. If you've ever spent your summers scooping up ice cream, this list will have you reminiscing.

1. The free ice cream is the only thing that keeps you going.

2. You are all too familiar with the "Can I speak to your manager?" haircut.

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3. Somehow you are always covered in chocolate ice cream.

4. When people come in 1 minute before close.

5. That customer that wants to taste EVERY flavor.

6. One forearm is considerably larger than the other.

7. When there is a line out the door.

8. Being terrified of accidentally killing a customer with an allergy.

9. When you burn yourself on the waffle irons.

10. Competitions with your co-workers for the craziest flavor combo.

11. When people say "You have the best job ever."

12. Kids.

13. You say you're going to quit, but you just can't.