Before we got to college, we were so excited to finally get away from the things that annoyed us the most. Since we've been living here, we realized those annoying things are actually luxuries that we didn't realize we would miss.

1. Laundry

Let's just take a second to thank whoever invented laundry detergent pods. It makes carrying your basket of clothes down three flights of stairs and having to wait for the machines a little less dreadful.

2. Pets

Sleeping with your pillow pets just isn't the same as having your furry friends there to wake you up in the morning.

3. Closet Space

Switching out your wardrobe for different seasons is one of the most stressful things because what if you need to have that floral tank top for something? You never know! The clothes all end up on the floor anyway because choosing an outfit is never easy.

4. Your own bed/room

If you're lucky enough to have good roommates, it isn't too bad most of the time, but sometimes you just want your own space. Your privacy is something you don't realize you loved until you move into a dorm.

5. Home cooked food

Your mom's Sunday breakfast and your Dad's grilled chicken have never tasted better than when you go home for the weekend and finally get away from dining hall food.

6. Baths

Nothing is as nice as a nice warm bubble bath after a long day. Lush bath bombs just don't work in small square showers.

7. Driving

Most freshmen don't have their cars, and if you do, you have to park 20 miles from the dorms. Jam sessions in your room aren't as great as in the car with your best buds.

8. Dishwasher

Trying to wash your ramen cooker and plastic utensils in the bathroom sink isn't as easy as it seems.

9. Money

If you have a job in high school, you're basically rich because you don't have such large expenses. Then, you have to spend $400-$500 on books and lab coats and there you are, cringing to look at your bank account.

If you're reading this and you don't have these small struggles, consider yourself lucky, and take advantage of the little things while you have the chance.