As much I absolutely hate to kiss the freedoms of summer goodbye, I have always been a fan of the autumn season. Truthfully, the changing of the weather was one of the few highlights of the closing of summer vacation. Between the beginning of school, the changing of environments for college students and the end of the perfect beach days, most see fall as a daunting end to a great time. For me, it is the beginning of a beautiful season. Below is a list of the things that I love and look forward to the most about autumn.

1. The beginning of school

Most people dread the start of classes, but I, for one, am I excited to get back to school. The fall means reuniting with my friends from school. The fall means beginning classes of a subject that I absolutely adore. I love school because it means the beginning of a new year with my friends.

2. Cool weather

While pure sunshine is ideal for days spent at the beach, the heat can sometimes be too overwhelming and exhausting. My favorite part of autumn has to be the change in the weather. Brisk breezes, cool evenings and lack of humidity combine to create some of the most beautiful days of the year. Even the changing of the leaves is a beautiful process to witness -- all remnants of summer seem to disappear as the trees don warm red, yellow and orange leaves.

3. Fall fashion

Scarves. Jackets. Boots. Jeans. This is by far my favorite season to dress for due to the myriad of combinations and styles. Sundresses can be restyled with a jacket and boots. Tank tops can be covered by cardigans and worn with jeans. Fall fashion is incredible.

4. Sporting events

Fall is the prime time for sports. Football alone draws millions to stadiums and fields across the country for all levels -- NFL all the way down to recreational. Soccer is also incredibly popular in the fall. Even if you don't like sports, tailgates and event parties are incredibly fun ways to pass time in the fall.

5. Fall-themed activities

Want nothing to do with sports? Well, you're in luck because there are plenty of fun fall activities to enjoy. For example, the brave-hearted can venture on haunted hayrides or even attempt scare-fests in honor of Halloween. Those wanting a more relaxed day can spend time apple or pumpkin picking, or even pumpkin carving.

6. Fall flavors

Speaking of apple and pumpkin, the beginning of the fall season means the introduction of fall flavors like apple, pumpkin and cinnamon. In the fall, I personally feel a bit more inclined to bake because of the sweet scents and delicious tastes. I mean, who can resist apple pie in the fall?

7. Halloween

Halloween is one of my favorite holidays of the year, which is why I look forward to it so much. I absolutely adore the festive atmosphere that the holiday brings. Costume designing, candy purchasing and house/room decorating are all so much fun. Even if you don't like Halloween, it is still very easy to get yourself in the holiday spirit by sitting back and watching the adorable trick-or-treaters.

8. Thanksgiving

For all of the food-lovers like me, Thanksgiving is an amazing holiday. The thought of turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing, assorted vegetables and much, much more is making my mouth water as I am writing this. The ideals behind Thanksgiving combined with the plentiful feast certainly make this holiday one to look forward to.

9. Coming home

My favorite part of the Thanksgiving holiday, though, is the fact that I get to come home and be reunited with my family. Despite the fact that the break is not a long one, it is still incredible to see my family after a few months of being at school.

It's only August right now, and I know that the official beginning of the autumn season is still a long time away, but hopefully, this list can help some of the summer lovers prepare to bid their favorite season goodbye. If you're still bummed about the end of summer, don't worry, next summer is just a little while away!