The first morning that you are greeted by a crisp, light, breeze when you exit your home--you know that it has begun. A gentile gust of wind reveals the sound of dry leaves that have started their journey through oranges, reds, yellows, and purples. You take a deep, fulfilling, breath and savor the pureness of the air that once felt humid. Autumn has arrived.
Fall. Is. So. Exciting. Here's why:
1. Fall Outfits
Who doesn't adore a pretty sweater with colorful corduroys and boots?! Fall is the time to wear cute skirts, woolly socks, and intricate scarves. Light jackets and parkas never disappoint. Mittens. Hats. The sensation of being both cozy and trendy never goes out of style.
2. The Colors
Can we have a maroon appreciation day? This fall color looks good on everything. Blankets. Scarves. Headbands. Especially... leaves. If you've never experienced golden sunlight gingerly illuminating a tree decorated in leaves colored by mother nature's maroon crayon, I am sorry.
3. The Holidays
Halloween isn't the best thing since sliced bread just because it is the one day of the year you can dress up as your alter ego, but rather, for it's whimsical nature. Carving pumpkins in the most intricate of ways, spooky stories, crafts, and the Disney movies all play a crucial part in making Halloween the holiday that it is. When I was little, I collected Halloween books and put them on display for the entire month of October in my room, which always brings happy memories around this time of year. My mom and I made our own scarecrow. She baked and the house always smelled like pumpkin bread. My dad and I would roast pumpkin seeds. We all have those little memories from childhood during Autumn that makes it such a fun season, even years after we have surpassed the elementary school Halloween parades. Most importantly, using our imaginations shamelessly during this time of year is super liberating and I can't wait for Halloween to be here.
I have to pay a tribute to Thanksgiving. What would fall be without demonstrating gratitude for what we have been blessed with? Thanksgiving is such a warm time filled with delicious indulgences. Happy fall, people.
4. The Activities
They are just so fun. A mini list of my favorite: Apple picking, pumpkin carving, pumpkin picking, roasting pumpkin seeds, corn mazes, haunted walks, haunted houses, crafts, scary movie marathons, costume parties, football games. You get the point. Is it too early to watch Halloweentown?
5. The Food
Apple and pumpkin flavored everything. Apple pies, pumpkin muffins, apple cider, APPLE CIDER DOUGHNUTS, pumpkin bread, caramel apples, the list goes on and on. The only thing better than eating these treats is when they are made with love by you and your family. <3
I think that we can unanimously agree that FALL IS LIFE! Need I say more?
