Nothing says summertime more than the beach, hanging by the pool, soaking up the sun and getting your tan on. Unfortunately, like many things, all good things come to an end at one point. In this case, it’s summer.

For the past three months, we students and adults have been living our absolute best lives. Being that work isn’t always a summertime thing and responsibly tends to fade away. (Even if work or school is still in the picture, vacation time and weekends are always better in the summer.)

Since the sun is out and everyone is ready to play, go explore, have fun and be free. Summertime is the world telling us to do exactly that.

As it comes to a sad end, we can’t help to think of the endless responsibilities that are about to throw our way. Now, as hard as this sounds, try your very best to avoid the thought of something coming to an end. Think about the amazing times and memories you made and had over the past few months. Think about the people you met and the places you visited. Instead of thinking negatively, think positively. Appreciate the time you had to be free and do what you wanted to do.

Of course, count down the days till summer comes next but at the same time don’t forget to make the most of your time between then. Each day is precious and we don’t waste our precious time. As we know, life is too short do so, which is why we don’t take our summertime for granted.