Now that the thanksgiving season has wrapped, it's officially the winter holiday season. I try not to be that person that starts preparing for this season the day after Halloween, but sometimes it's hard. I love this season for so many different reasons.

1. Gift Giving

I'm not talking about receiving gifts. Yes, that's fun and all. But I enjoy shopping for others. There is just something about seeing people's faces when they open up something I got them. I start planning out gifts months ahead of time, just so I can make sure I get everyone on my list something they'll love. Honestly, gifts are probably my love language now that I think about it.

2. Family time

This is when I actually get to spend time with my family. I never really appreciated this time until I started college. It's nice going home and catching up with the family. It brings a little joy into my life.

3. No School

Three weeks of no papers, projects, or classes...yes please. It's nice having the semester break. It gives me time to relax and not have to worry about due dates. Winter season just lets me know fall school semester is over and I can now have a much deserved break.

4. Change of Attitudes

People generally seem nicer this time of year. I see a lot more people going out of their way to help others. People seem to be more selfless, and I love it. If only we could all be like this year round, maybe the world would be a better place.

5. Traditions

The holiday season means it's time for the traditions. I usually have to miss out on some of the traditions because I'm gone at school, such as picking out and decorating the tree. Though, the ones I am there for, I enjoy. My family does things such as yearly Christmas pajamas, watching movies such as Christmas with Kranks and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, and going to the movie theatre to see a new movie every holiday. They allow us to bond, and are things I eventually want to carry on when I have my own family one day.