Academia, the times that try a woman's soul

The five stages of beginning the semester: 
Denial: I still have plenty of time before I need to worry about school. It won't be that bad. It doesn't start until next week. 
Anger: The textbook costs how much?!? WHAT, IS IT MADE OF THE PAPER FROM A SACRED TREE OF KNOWLEDGE OR SOMETHING?
Bargaining: I'll volunteer instead of school. I'll read on my own. I'll do good things with my time. Just don't make me go!
Depression: Go on to class without me. I can't take this cruel existence anymore.
Acceptance: I'll show up. I'll participate. But I will sit in the back of the room and I will not have fun.