By the time I post this story, Halloween will have come and gone. Even though Fall has just started, it is moving by rapidly fast. The fact that it will be November is scarier than any clowns I may have encountered during the previous month of horror.

The year of 2016 has been great so far. I've enjoyed a fun and eventful second semester of freshman year, a busy but profitable summer, and most recently a Fall semester that I will never forget. This year has been amazing so far, but it is going to get even better because it is that time of year. Yes indeed, it is the Holiday Season.

The months of October, November, and December are the greatest three months hands down. All of them back-to-back-to-back makes this last fourth of the year a glorious time. October brought spookiness, astounding costumes, changing temperatures (except in Florida), and of course candy. November will bring the first, and best, home cooked meal a college student will receive all year. Through in some classic football games and beautiful Fall scenery and November is a great time as well. This month also gives us time to reflect and be thankful on Thanksgiving Day for where we are in life.

Finally, the big hitter arrives. I am definitely biased when I say this but December is hands down the best month of the year. The whole month is a countdown to the greatest holiday of the year, Christmas. Nothing beats driving to school and blasting Christmas music through your speakers, or coming home and watching the 25 Days of Christmas. The cookies, cakes, candy canes, and other sweets that arrive with Christmas will ensure that you never go hungry. And of course the colder weather, along with a long winter break, make December snuggling up under a blanket at home a must. All of these holiday festivities happen until December 25th, but there is still more to do even after Santa delivers our presents. We still can celebrate the conclusion of yet another calendar by partying on New Year's Eve. There is nothing better than bringing in the New Year with your friends and family. The feeling of excitement I have when I see fireworks dance across the sky, or by seeing the crystal ball drop is such a wonderful experience.

So as this year winds down, please take time to enjoy the holidays! I know there is a lot going on with school, the election, and so much more daily drama but the holidays are built to help us get through these rough times. Spend time with friends, love your family, and try to find your sense of joy with each upcoming holiday. And remember, this is the most wonderful time of the year!