Maybe I am bias because my birthday is in October, but in my opinion, Autumn is the best season. There are so many different changes, foods, and events that happen in fall that makes it so special. This is my list of the top ten reasons that the season Fall is the best.

1. The Leaves Change Color

If you live or have ever been in the North part of the country as the transition from Summer to Winter, you know that what happens in between is spectacular. The leaves do not just stay green then fall off the trees, rather they turn into a beautiful array of warm colors first.

2. Pie

Nothing says Fall more than baking, and eating, pie. Whatever kind of pie it is, the best part about thanksgiving is eating warm pie and vanilla ice cream. My favorites are apple and pumpkin, but you can never go wrong with pudding pie.

3. Halloween

When else can you dress up as someone or something else and get free candy? As far as I know, only on Halloween. Thus, making fall just so much more awesome and the best season.

4. Apple Picking

I love going apple picking for so many reasons. One is that the smell of the fresh apples is spectacular. Another is you get to fill a bag full of fresh, handpicked apples. They are the kind perfect for that warm, home-baked apple pie.

5. Leave piles

Yes, I am a child. I like to make giant leaf piles so I can jump in them. But in fairness, this is the only time of year that I can actually gather enough leaves to make the piles.

6. Pumpkin Carving

I definitely do not have the skills or patience to carve intricate faces and designs on pumpkins. So if you see a pumpkin with two triangle eyes and some bizarre zigzag mouth, it is more than likely my pumpkin. Needless to say, I rather do enjoy taking out all of the seeds out of the pumpkin.

7. Thanksgiving

It may be sad to think that this Holiday means we are at the near-end of fall, but when else do we get to have a whole day dedicated to eating food? I love thanksgivng because I am thankful for so many people and things, including Fall.

8. Halloween Movies

I love scary/horror movies, but Halloween movies are definitely my next favorite kind. From Hocus Pocus to Halloweentown, I will always get excited at this time of year.

9. Fall Scented Candles

It is safe to say I have a slight addiction to candles; especially ones that remind me of Fall. My favorite scent, of all time, is one that I discovered at the Christmas Tree Shop: Indian Corn. It has a sweet, yet simple, scent that just sends you to an Autumn mood.

10. I Have Waited A Whole Year

The best part about Fall is that I know I have waited a whole year for it. I had to endure a cold and bare Winter, followed by a wet Spring, and then suffered through a hot and humid Summer. But now, I get to look forward to the best season of all!

So there is my top ten reasons why this is the best time of the year. You may differ in opinion, but Fall is definitely a beautiful season.