Around this time every year, I find myself daydreaming of fall days that are just beyond the last scorching grip of summer. Like many others who share fall as a favorite season, I can hardly resist the temptation to wish the weather and leaves were turning now. Aside from just warmer drinks and cooler weather, fall offers me so much more opportunity. I find myself to be, overall, just more happy during this season and here are a few reasons why.

1. Motivation.

Coming off a long and relaxing (at least brain-wise) summer break, I always find myself getting very excited for the upcoming semester. School supplies shopping has always been an annual favorite of mine, along with the opportunity to sort of reorganize my life and schedule for the school year, as I pack everything into bins to take to school. During this time I always ask myself "What worked and what didn't work last year?" and I move on from there with my plans. Entering the school year, I have so much more energy and motivation to get things done during this time of the year because I am not burnt out from stress or work.

2. Better wardrobing.

All right, I can't be the only one who believes this to be true. Yes, I may be a little biased as a retail sales associate, but I have always thought fall clothing was much cuter than summer styles. Finally, you can wear that jean jacket that has been hanging so sadly in your closet, or layer your favorite sweaters for the weekend. Oh, and of course we can't forget boots. Probably one of my favorite things about this season is that I finally get to break out my riding boots that have been calling my name since I put them away last February.

3. Exercise.

Finally, with the promise of fall weather in the air, you can go on a run without feeling like someone is squeezing your lungs. This summer alone, the humidity has been just awful and I find it harder to motivate myself to exercise when I know as soon as I step outside, I am instantly dripping in sweat and breathing in hot air. But a nice jog or bike ride along trails in the fall is not only more refreshing, but also more relaxing and stress-relieving with all of the changing scenery and beautiful colors of the turning leaves.

4. Hair holds a style.

With the humidity replaced by a crisp breeze, fall offers (at least for girls) better hair days. This summer, I straighten my hair and walk outside only to have it frizz and grow around me. But with cooler weather, our curls and straight hair should hold their shape much, much better.

5. Activities.

Fall has been my favorite for many reasons, but I think the activities this season offers is No. 1. Apple and pumpkin picking, hayrides, haunted houses, corn mazes, festivals and of course the promise of the upcoming holiday season seems to put everyone in a much happier mood. I know I'm much more pleasant during this time of year!

6. Food and football.

Because who doesn't enjoy a tailgate party, some pumpkin pie and apple cider, and watching America's favorite sport?

Fall, at least in my life, is much busier than the spring and because of that time goes extra fast. I like being on-the-go, always having something to do and something to look forward to doing. So come soon fall! I will be (not so) patiently waiting.