Generally, I like deadlines.  They help me to focus and keep me honest.  Sometimes though, they come in herds and at that point, tend to start being a bit less friendly.  Sadly, it is all my own fault.  I will sign myself up for these things.

“And here, we see a strange creature…a deadline.  Often, these small things have a fearsome reputation for looming or sneaking up, but really they’re very friendly…aaaaaauuuuuggggh.”