Senior-itis

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I remember being in high school, especially when I was a senior, and the last month or so of school was coming up before graduation, I lost motivation for my studies. In fact, MANY of us lost our motivation.  People referred to it as "senior-itis".  Webster defines "senior-itis" as a supposed affliction of students in their final year of high school or college, characterized by a decline in motivation or performance.

 Now I'm an adult and in the final days of my time here at DST and I've found that "senior-itis" is still a real thing.  Coming in on time, staying focused and being productive even when there is little to do is proving more and more difficult every day.

 So here's to a new chapter once this one closes that will give me renewed purpose, drive, and passion.

 And until then, I'm ready for the last day to hurry up and get here! :)

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