Summer is coming to an end and we're all kind of bummed.
The vacations are over and school shopping has started, but that is no reason to be sad. Fall aka the most wonderful time of the year (I don't care what that Christmas song says) is almost here!
That means sweaters will be pulled from closets, flip-flops will be replaced with boots, and bonfires will be going on everywhere. Here are seven more great reasons you should be excited about fall.
1. Cool Weather
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Summer is great with so much free time from school and such, but let's face it, unless your plans involve water or air conditioning it can be too hot to actually enjoy yourself.
The cool fall temperatures and breezes make it perfect for corn mazes, going to pumpkin patches, and just enjoying outdoor time in general.
2. Hot Drinks
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I'll be honest, I don't LOVE coffee like some people, but I enjoy it every now and then.
It blows my mind when I see people drinking hot anything in the summertime. I mean, you're already sweating on the outside, do you want to sweat on the inside too?
With the fall weather mentioned above, comes the perfect time for enjoying all those hot drinks (pumpkin flavored for those of you who go for that.)
3. Fall Colors
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Don't get me wrong, everything in full bloom during summer id beautiful, but the hot weather makes everything grow faster which means more upkeep.
And with all that bloom comes those great allergies. In the fall, nothing is growing out of control, there isn't much pollen circulating, and the falling leaves make for great leaf piles. Plus we all know how good fall colors look in pictures.
4. Decorations
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Fall is when all the cute home decorations start to pop up.
From the fall themed wreathes to spooky Halloween yards all leading up to Christmas decorations. It's easy to even put some decorations together from natural things you find around the yard like acorns and twigs.
5. New School Year
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For most people this is more of a downer — I get it, being free all summer than having to go back to such a tight, busy schedule can suck.
Think of it this way though, it's a new year to make new friends, get better grades, and be one year closer to graduation. Then you're one year closer to being on your own (maybe that's scarier though.)
6. New and Returning TV Shows
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With fall comes the end of new episode drought as most shows air new episodes in the fall and reruns play all summer. Well the wait for new TV is almost over so get ready to watch new and returning shows in the coming months.
You can also prepare for all those Halloween themed movie marathons (which are the best) and another high-stakes football season.
7. Halloween
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Halloween is the best holiday and there's no way you can change my mind. It's spooky and exciting — getting to dress up for one night (or more) and having an awesome time with friends at great parties makes it a holiday like no other.
All the haunted houses and mazes are really fun activities and for some reason getting scared with all your buddies is sort of funny — it also makes for a great bonding experience. All that free candy makes it that much better.