Here I am! Well, I'm Hispanic ... but you get the point. From the turning of the leaves on the trees, to the "Halloweentown" re-runs that I will NEVER get sick of, the beginning of my absolute favorite season is finally here, and all I can do is jump for joy. Hopefully after reading this, maybe you will too. Here are five reasons as to why Fall is the best season of the year.
1. Seasonal Foods
One of my favorite things about fall is the seasonal junk food. So yes, its probably me holding up the line at the grocery store with 10 boxes each of Mallomars, Count Chocula cereal, and various pumpkin spice flavored items. And no, I am not in any way remorseful, as I've been waiting all year for this very moment. Can you blame me? All of this stuff is only here for the season! You have to stock up while its still on the shelves!
2. Seasonal Candles
Something so great about Fall is the abundance of seasonal scents that come out. You can bet I am first in line at Bath and Body Works or Yankee Candle when the fall line launches. Why, you might ask? Simply because there is nothing better than the warm, fuzzy feeling you get when opening the door to your room, invited by the beautiful smell of a candle. Whether it be one that smells like Leaves, one that smells like Pumpkins, one that smells like Roasted Marshmallows, or one that smells like Apple Cider, its all heavenly to me.
3. Pumpkin Picking/Carving
I'm sure everyone has memories of going on a hayride and afterwards, running through a pumpkin patch in search of the very best one. The very best part of it all? Taking that pumpkin you picked, and carving it into a toothy happy face, or maybe a scary face while your mom makes seasoned pumpkin seeds.
4. Fall Clothing
Ah yes, it is time for the fall wardrobe. You'll never need to utter the words "I have nothing to wear" because this is the season you are always so very well prepared for. From super warm, oversized hoodies to flannels and sweaters, you have it all, and cannot wait to sport your fall favorites with leggings, infinity scarves and riding boots.
5. Autumn Leaves
Surely once they've all fallen, it's a sad time. But when the leaves are still attached to the trees and they have changed colors, it is by far one of the most beautiful things to see in nature. The air is crisp, slightly chilly, and one by one, those beautiful green-turned-orangey leaves all fall down. Even though I'm no longer a kid, I still have to fight the urge to pile them all together and jump right in.
So if you cannot tell by this article, I am nothing but excited that Fall is upon us and hope that you are as well. Seeing as this special season only comes around once a year, I strongly urge you all to embrace this Fall season for everything its worth. Go pumpkin picking, have a "Halloweentown" movie marathon with your friends, light a candle (or two, or three,) whatever makes your heart content in celebrating this awesome season. Happy Fall, ya'll!
