Fall in Love with Fall

               

     Autumn is the most perfect season of them all and as the cooler winds have ushered in a revolution in temperature, they have ushered in a change in me. Lately I have been doing some self-reflecting and I think that as usual I can reinvent my outlook on life. Most of us live demanding lives as students and it’s hard to focus on positive things first. I've decided to make a few resolutions for this fall and I encourage you to join me! 

1.  Talk a walk. I absolutely adore watching the leaves change into mixtures of golden orange and apple red since I come from Texas where the leaves stay a continuous green all seasons! The best way to enjoy the leaves turning and feel the cool air around is to take a walk down the neighborhood streets. You can find your own path and make a habit of walking! I'm aspiring to take more early dusk strolls around this town to observe the signs of autumn around me.

2.  Go Home for the Holidays. All my favorite holidays are in the months of fall and that includes Halloween, Thanksgiving, and of course my birthday! I want to make an emphasis to remember holidays and their importance this year, because it’s not going to be forever that my grandmother makes her traditional honey seared turkey on Thanksgiving and it sure won’t be forever that I get to watch my nine year old sister trick or treat in her Miley Cyrus costume.

3.  Drink and be Merry! One of my other most favorite things to do is drink fall time drinks like the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte and my mom’s homemade Russian Chai Tea. It’s a small factor but long talks outside wouldn’t be the same without a warm mug that gives off a delicious spicy smell. With this enjoyment of fall I am promising to myself that I will take breaks to sit and delight in the small things that make up this wonderful time of year.

     Make this season it a time of year that you want to get out of bed and enjoy the day! Go try the newest fall themed beverage at Starbucks and walk around your surroundings. Savor a home cooked meal with your family and stay too long afterwards catching up. There is enjoyment, relaxation and wholesome changes to be found even amongst a busy season.