It is common to have a love/hate relationship with September; not much is going on. It still feels like summer, but you're back in school. It can be so hard to get back into the swing of things when you have spent the last few months on your own schedule. Don't worry, though, September can be just as exciting as the summer months. You'll be having such a good time, September will breeze by. Here is a list of a few things to remind you that September is just as cool as the summer months.
1. Football is back!
Nothing says September like Saturday afternoon tailgates and showing off your school spirit.
2. PUMPKIN. SPICE. LATTE.
It's back. Need I say more?
3. It's (almost) Halloween.
While you can't start counting down the days quite yet, you can still get #pumped by buying some decorations and thinking of your awesome costume.
4. All the September song references.
From "the innocent can never last" to "feels like snow in September", there are plenty of jams to add to your playlist this month.
5. New seasons of your favorite shows.
Just to name a few*... American Horror Story (9/5), Teen Wolf (9/24), Modern Family (9/27) & Grey's Anatomy (9/28).
6. Being able to wear BOTH your summer and fall wardrobe.
Depending on where you live, it can be 80 and sunny one day and 65 and rainy the next. This gives you the perfect opportunity to utilize your closet to the fullest by wearing not one, but TWO seasons of clothes. So many options!
7. Seeing your friends back at school.
September means going back to school which means catching up with your friends that you haven't seen in a while!
8. It is socially acceptable to eat fall foods.
It's no question that autumn comfort foods taste best when the leaves start to fall and the weather cools off. Keep the chili and apple cider donuts coming.
9. Family Weekend
Okay, family weekend may not be everyone's favorite, but nothing beats a weekend of hugs from your family (and meals that cost more than the Easy Mac you have in your dorm).
10. Crossing off your last few summer bucket list items.
Make the most of all the beautiful days and free weekends! Soon you will be swamped with school work, sports, clubs, and jobs. You'll feel like every minute of your life is full. Take advantage of whatever free time you have left by having fun with your friends and family.