5 Reasons We’re All Ready For November
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5 Reasons We’re All Ready For November

The holiday season is finally upon us

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Halloween has come and gone, and although it feels like it’s been Halloween for the past five days, it is time to move onto the next big holiday. It may feel like making it to Thanksgiving is impossible with overwhelming amounts of tests and projects due before the break but it is near. And with November comes so much to look forward to. Here are just five reasons I am ready to welcome this month with open arms.

1. Sweater Weather

It is finally time to break out the boots and giant sweaters. The weather is slowly beginning to drop and winter is on its way. It’s the time of year for grabbing blankets and drinking hot chocolate by a fire. It is the time to anxiously await possible snow days and pray for a white Christmas.

2. Family & Friends

For any college students out there who went away for school, you know the struggle of seeing your family only a few times a semester. With Thanksgiving break coming up, that means a week dedicated to family time. It is a chance to catch up with family and friends from the past. Whether you are traveling to see family or they are coming to you, November offers an opportunity to be with your favorite cousin or high school best friend and reminisce and share stories from the year that just passed before you so quickly.

3. Food

It does not get much better than waking up to the smell of turkey and homemade pies on Thanksgiving morning. But we all know the side dishes are what make the day truly special. From stuffing to sweet potato casserole to mac and cheese, there is something for everyone. The best part is there will leftovers to last the rest of the week until you cannot even look at turkey anymore.

4. Christmas Movies & Music

Some may say I am getting ahead of myself but by mid-November, it is acceptable to change your radio preset to the holiday station and begin watching the 25 days of Christmas countdown on television. The hanging of lights and tree decorating follow not too long after. The holiday season is upon us and it’s time to find Elf and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation in storage.

5. Finally Finals

Although no one looks forward to finals week, there is something to be said about finally being done. Once November comes to a close, there is a very short turn around period before the semester officially ends. The class you’ve spent endless hours studying for this semester and shed late night tears over will no longer give you a care in the world. It is a chance to offer yourself a break and fresh start looking ahead to next year.

The list could go on and on. November is one of my most favorite times of year. Be sure to take time to enjoy the fall weather and be with friends and family. The chaos of school work can hold off for a little while. Happy Holidays, everyone!

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