It's almost that time of year again. The chilly days become a bit less and those beloved 60-degree days surprise us a little more often. You're convinced that because that cute little groundhog didn't see his shadow, spring really is upon us. Plus, you're so ready to pack up your suitcase and head home or off to some place better than school for a week straight. But wait, do you have anything to do before you leave? Perhaps you momentarily forgot about those four tests, two presentations and one essay while you were busy thinking about all the non-school-related things you'll be doing in one short week. Cool it, buddy. You're not there yet. If you're anything like me, this is you currently:

Don't worry, though. We surely aren't the only ones feeling like this. The week before spring break is a crucial time because of all the assignments that suddenly seem to appear out of nowhere, but we all know that they've been on the syllabus since the first day of classes. It's crunch time, but this week doesn't have to be all bad. This week is a learning experience for most people because it shows us that we really can do the impossible. You only have two free hours, but you have six hours of work? No problem, you somehow make it work. How? Magic, of course.

But really, during this week, everyone suddenly gets really skilled at prioritizing. The thought of not getting everything done cripples you with so much fear that you end up getting everything done. It's amazing what stress can do, am I right?

By Wednesday, we will probably start to see the light at the end of the tunnel, but we know not to get too excited because we still have a little longer to go. At this point, you're so dependent on caffeine and a thoroughly highlighted planner that you start to look like this:

Never fear, though. While you look like death and feel somehow even worse than that, you suddenly remember that you've knocked out three tests with only one to go. Both presentations are over, and you're typing the last paragraph of your conclusion at this exact moment. You wonder how you got to this point. Was it the two sodas every day? The lack of sleep? That pack of Gushers every hour that kept you going? Magic?! Maybe, but we won't ever truly know. Regardless, spring break is in sight, my friends.

The best part of it all, though, is that a fat nap is waiting for you at the end of this week, alongside a week of freedom. You deserve it, you magical being. Don't sell yourself short, because you are truly amazing. Now you better get excited because it's spring break!