Translation of Chrysantheme

A lot of wars and pursuits, political conflicts and economic instability means that the existance of an easy life has never been granted for sure. The entire continent struggles currently with it.
You may know that most young students fly South on spring break. You can imagine how the parties look like down there, and how many drugs are consumed during this vacation. I prefer the quietness.
I made plans to visit a surfing contest with a girl that I have met on the first day. We agreed to meet at ten in the morning at her place. I couldn't keep my eyes open and decided to quit.