Yes, Halloween is one of the best holidays.

There’s something about drinking hot cider and watching Hocus Pocus that really puts everyone in a great mood. You get to carve pumpkins, listen to Monster Mash on repeat, and dress up - what’s not to love? Everyone gets to show their creative, or maybe slutty, side with fun costumes, and I’m pretty sure 90% of girls have had their outfit picked out since last Halloween. It’s no doubt one of the best holidays, but now that it’s over, let’s talk about something even better…

CHRISTMAS.

Now that Halloween is over, it is socially acceptable to listen to Christmas music. I plan on blasting the Mariah Carey Christmas album in my dorm room for the next eight weeks, and no one can stop me. Well, except maybe my RA, but that’s beside the point. I’m going to sit in my dorm every day in warm sweaters and fuzzy socks and drink hot chocolate, because it’s Christmas season, guys. It’s what you do.

If you can’t tell already, I love Christmas. I love snow and twinkling lights and hot chocolate and candy canes. I love decorating a tree with my family and putting up Christmas decorations. And the best part? Christmas movies. If the movie Elf isn’t on your list of your top 10 favorite movies, you’re lying to yourself.

And, obviously, I love getting presents. But the weirdest thing I’ve noticed in the past couple of years is that I love giving gifts more than getting them. I know, right?

Crazy stuff. Last year, I was so excited to give my dad his gift that I almost told him what it was ahead of time because I couldn’t wait for him to open it. Honestly, finding the perfect gift for someone is the best feeling. I’ve had gifts picked out for most of my family since like August, because that’s how excited I am (but no spoilers because they’ll probably read this).

But on a real note, Christmas is the best holiday because you get to hang out with your family. And I know it sounds dumb, but now that I’m in college, it’s weird not seeing my parents every day. I actually miss them, which surprised me more than anything. I’m sure I’ll regret saying that when I’m home with them for a month over Christmas break, but right now I’m excited to spend the holidays at home. I mean, who else can I force to watch Christmas movies with me every day?

Now that it’s the beginning of Christmas season, let’s all celebrate by watching Elf and getting ready for the holidays! And if you say you don't like Christmas, you sit on a throne of lies.