Summer. It has its charms, just like any season. But shouldn't it be over by now? Here are nine things that anyone who is ready for autumn to "fall" into place will appreciate.
1. Cooler temperatures
Yes, there are ways to avoid being hot all the time, but can anyone tell me they genuinely enjoy walking outside only to be smacked in the face with a heat wave straight from the sun? If I ever reach a point in my life that I like being sweaty and uncomfortable all the time, please be concerned.
2. Fall fashion
How have we survived without essentials like scarves, sweaters, and leggings? No more will we have to settle for just a tee shirt and shorts to survive the stifling heat. Most of my wardrobe is rendered unusable in the summer, so I'm very excited to unpack my warmer, "winter" clothes.
3. Halloween
Even if you aren't into dressing up (who wouldn't be?) you can still appreciate the night's charms. Halloween is the only time of year that you can find candy corn everywhere. And besides, unsold Halloween candy will go on sale November 1st, so that's worth cashing in on. Plus, Jack-O-Lanterns!
4. Leaves
When the trees start to shed their leaves, the colors are truly gorgeous. It always seems like your favorite color of changing leaves is the color you see least in the fall. Remember how much fun you had when you were younger, falling in a pile of leaves? Remember how they crackle under your feet and would get stuck in your hair? I guess this year you'll just have to make a bigger leaf pile.
5. School starting again
Hear me out — this can be a good thing. By the time summer rolls around, you're ready for a break. But eventually, you will need something to do. Besides, you haven't seen your school all summer, and there are new experiences just waiting to be had when you get back.
6. Pumpkin Spice EVERYTHING
White girl or not, you can't hate on pumpkin spiced things, especially when it comes to that Thanksgiving staple, pumpkin pie. And even if you don't like the taste of pumpkin, you know it smells AMAZING.
7. Longer Nights
In summer, you cant go outside and be comfortable until the sun has gone down, if then. But in the fall, you can watch the sunset comfortably, and bonfires and fire-pits peak in crisp weather.
8. Anticipation of Thanksgiving and Christmas
The holidays bring excitement, no matter how old you are. Even if the relentless Christmas music and the last minute shopping sprees aren't particularly enjoyable, there's much to appreciate in this time of thankfulness and love.
9. Winter Is Coming
Snow. Christmas. New Years. Winter Clothes. The list goes on. Winter is my favorite season, which some people don't understand, but I don't really understand their love of summer so I guess we're even.
