Ah, yes, November 1^st. The last of its “warm” days are coming to an end along with the nights where you can wing it by going out sleeveless. You know that that the cold weather is coming with a side of winter blues. Before you grab your comforter and cocoon yourself into the corner of a bed, let’s think about some of the things that we can look forward to!

1. Hot Drinks

Whether it’s your complicated order at Starbucks or the store bought hot chocolate you have in the kitchen counter. There’s nothing better than warming up with a drink. If you fall under the basic- twenty-year-old girl category, like me, then you will find nothing but appreciation for the limited- time Starbucks drinks. Take advantage of this time and go treat yourself.

2. Family

For some people, this can be something to look forward to or something to dread. Along with the holidays coming up only rings in more time spent with the family. Yes, they may drown you with a ridiculous amount of questions. Yes, they may annoy you to no end. However, when it comes down to it, we lose time spent with family by attending school and should cherish the time we got. Let’s face it, we’ll be complaining about cooking food and doing laundry for ourselves two days back from break anyway.

3. Leggings

This for sure needs its own category. November brings in some of the comfiest clothes including cardigans, sweaters, moccasins, and of course, leggings. I own ten of the same type of black leggings and I regret nothing.

4. Shopping

Believe me, I am not the type to run around the mall for hours and truthfully say I enjoy it. However, I am an online shopping enthusiast. Participate in Black Friday and get trampled by some eager shoppers…or shop online safely inside your house.

5. CHRISTMAS

Because let’s be real Christmas starts the day after Halloween. The decorations. The music. The mindset of most people. Let’s not forget the Michael Buble holiday album we’ll all be having on repeat. What can put you in a better mood than being surrounded by the holidays?

November has potential to be one of your better months if you let it. Winter may be coming, but don’t let the thought scare you away from enjoying the autumn. Put on something comfy, drink something hot, spend time with loved ones, and blast some Jingle Bell Rock.