Surely everyone likes something about the last few months of the year, but having ideas for things to do can make the holidays even better. Here are a few things I hope to accomplish in October through December.

1. Visit a haunted house

Everyone talks about going to a haunted house, but it's time to actually go this year!

2. Go to an actual pumpkin patch and not just Wal-Mart

Let's face it, it's so much easier to drive a few minutes to the nearest grocery story and pick up a pumpkin, but it would be so much better to go to an actual pumpkin patch. Also, you would possibly be supporting your local businesses who are selling pumpkins this season.

3. Watch a Halloween movie

It doesn't have to be a scary movie, there are plenty of corny Halloween movies we have watched since we were kids.

4. Do something fun on Halloween day

There are lots of things to do such as, having a costume party, cooking something sweet, bonfires, telling ghosts stories, and much more!

5. Wear a costume

Go all out this year! Even if you're only handing out candy.

6. Write down something you're thankful for every day until Thanksgiving

Grab some sticky notes and a pen and write what you're thankful for in your life.

7. Cook something for Thanksgiving

Or at least try to...

8. Visit as many family members you can throughout the month

Family and friends are what make the holidays so special.

9. Go Christmas shopping instead of waiting last minute

November is the calm before the storm, except for Black Friday, but try not to wait until then if you want to avoid the crowds.

10. Decorate for Christmas

November is a great time to start decorating!

11. Wrap Christmas presents

Don't let anyone see their presents because you waited last minute to wrap them, save the surprise.

12. Pass all you finals

Some people kissed their GPA goodbye in October, but in December it's the last month of the year so try your best to ace the test.

13. Sing every Christmas song you can

Christmas songs are what make December so magical.

14. Go ice skating

Try not to hurt yourself.

15. Buy (and make) hot chocolate

Hot chocolate is a vital part of the holidays. I'm not sure why Santa doesn't request cookies and hot chocolate instead of cookies and milk to be honest.

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These next few months will probably go by quickly so I plan to make the best of it. I love this time of the year and I can’t wait to check off everything on my list.