I always hear countless stories of friends and coworkers forfeiting vacation time at the end of the year. We are all acutely aware this is a part of our compensation packages yet we all usually have time to spare even though we've worked hard, earned it and need a break!
Although I was disappointed that I had my period for the rest of our vacation I was excited because I had no signs that I was going to get my period. No spotting, no breast swelling, no cramps when my period arrived.
A few years into menstruation I remember going to a doctor, which I rarely do since I utilize natural remedies, and I told them I have severe period cramps and I needed to know how to stop having cramps during my period as fast as possible. The answer: birth control.