Reasons Why I Love the Fall

As mentioned in my very first blog, I am a big fan of making lists. It also turns out that I am a big fan of the fall. Today is October 8, and because I feel October embodies the fall, I will list the reasons why I love the fall.

(note: forgive my very elementary post today. I can't help it on a day like today.)

• The crispness in the air (and often subsequent decrease in humidity)


• Halloween (both dressing up and the decorations)


• Pumpkin carving (related to Halloween but a separate bullet item in itself)


• Football (both college and professional)


• Pumpkin spice lattes (an occasional Starbucks splurge)


• Bonfires and fireplace fires


• Flannel blankets and fleece pullovers


• Autumn foliage


• Hiking and/or camping


• Hot toddies


• Feeling generally cozy inside when you know it's cold outside


• Memories of family hayrides and trick-or-treating


• County and city fairs


• Scarves and sometimes even gloves


• Perfect temperature days and chilly evenings


• Cupping my hands around a warm coffee or hot chocolate mug
  

All of the above items are things that make me smile and make me look forward to the fall each and every year.