Fall is finally in full swing and the cold mornings are elongating into chilly days. There’s no better feeling than waking up in the morning to a sunny, cloudless day knowing that you won’t be sweating through your clothes the second you step outside. Perfect hair weather has commenced and so has the best season of the year. If you’re a fall freak like me, here are a few of the best things about this season.
1. Bonfires... Finally!
It’s officially cold enough at night to roast marshmallows outside instead of having to resort to the faux, microwaved kind (I’m a s’mores pro). Grab your graham crackers, marshmallows, and spice up your s’more with a peanut butter cup or caramel filled chocolate and enjoy some quality time around the fire with your friends!
2. Fall clothes
Boots, scarves, and leather jackets are finally back! I know this chilly weather comes as a shock to some South Florida people, so ski jackets will be acceptable too. 'Tis the season of deep reds, quarter zips, and trendy outfits for happy hour!
3. The leaves change color
If you’re lucky enough to live in a place where you actually get the full four seasons, seeing the leaves change is quite a sight! Here in Tallahassee, we get some color, but nothing like the schools up north. However, we’re still lucky enough to get that fall feel. Maybe we can spray paint some of the palm trees?
4. It gives you an excuse to run outdoors
For those of you treadmill junkies, it’s time to take your talents outside. There’s no excuse to not enjoy some fresh air and the beautiful sights your city has to offer. For those of you weight lifting gods, it’s time to throw in some cardio and show off those gains as you conquer the hill that is also known as Woodward drive.
5. You can start sleeping with the windows open
Here’s to the end of the battles with your roommates about how cold you should keep your apartment; sleep with your windows open and get that constant cool breeze all night long. Look the bright side, happy roommates and a lower utility bill!
6. It's the start of the holiday season
The true start of fall means it’s officially holiday season! Halloween is right around the corner and Thanksgiving is not too far away either. This just means the mid-semester slump you’ve been in is about to come to a close.
7. It's cold, but not too cold
It’s finally a comfortable temperature to walk to class without looking like you just jumped out of a swimming pool. It will be a relief to finally be able to drink your coffee while you walk instead of having to wake up extra early to be able to drink it before.
8. Fuzzy socks
Fuzzy socks are approved for all kinds of weather, but now is when they really start to come in handy. Head over to the nearest dollar store and pick up a pair if you don’t own any or snag another just because you can never have enough.
9. Game days
Who minds an afternoon game when it’s 65 or 70 degrees out? Fall means perfect game day weather, but also the end of the season. So, get to as many games as possible from now until the end of the season to ensure you don’t miss out on the perfect tailgate/game day weather!
