I don't know if it's just me, but my surroundings have become very depressing as if a large blanket was covering over me. Everyone's sick or just not in the mood. Messages left in the air, scornful looks, attitudes. Perhaps because finals are approaching. The dining halls seem more empty than usual. Everything, and everyone, in fact, seemed to exude a melancholy vibe. This all happened right when I got back from Thanksgiving break.