My Favorite Autumn Things Part 1

Finally, it is autumn.

This time of year is a favorite among many individuals. It begins to cool and the leaves begin to change. This past summer was so hot everywhere but it also felt like that it was significantly hotter to the point where going outside was borderline painful. This summer has made the subtle drop of temperature feel much more significant this autumn.

I have always loved autumn even as a child. The leaves are pretty, and the sky just looks clearer and the air feels fresher. I could simply be biased because I was born in the autumn but here are my favorite things about the autumn season.

1. The weather

   I love cold weather, but I especially love cool weather where you can wear a cozy outfit but not have to go into your closet to grab a heavy snow jacket. You can wear a nice scarf, a pair of boots, and a pair of jeans, and maybe a hat and it would be warm enough. I live in an area where the temperatures can change and we will get a random short stretch of warmer weather but the warmer weather is still more bearable than the hot summer weather. I also like to be able to open the windows in the house when it is cooler and the breeze feels fresh. The weather makes it feel more appropriate to enjoy the things that will show up later on the list.

2. The food

   Everyone has heard of pumpkin spice. People either love it or hate it or don’t really care much for it. I however, love a good pumpkin spice latte and pumpkins spice coffee. In the autumn I also gravitate towards the warm beverages, and spiced beverages such as coffees and teas and apple cider. I am also a huge fan of yams and sweet potato pies. Autumn is good for soups and warmer meals like roasted chicken and gravy. Cooking these items, can also fill the living space with the scent of homecoming.

3. Arts and crafts

   Arts and crafts can be enjoyed anytime of the year, but there some crafts that feel more appropriate in autumn.

   1. Yarn crafts like crochet and knitting are a lot of fun but during the autumn, you can make things to use during that time like a hat or a scarf. I would recommend starting out with a scarf or a rectangular/square project and watching online tutorials! I am currently crocheting something square and I am either going to turn it into a scarf or something for the house.

   2. Coloring books or coloring can be seasonal. You can get a book with fall themes, like a pumpkin or a cute animal with a much or in a sweater and color the pages in autumnal colors.

4. The Ambience

   Between the colors of the leaves and the cool crisp air (or the rainy cloudy days, autumn is a great backdrop to establish a cozy ambiance in your home. The cooler weather makes blankets and candles more inviting. Sure you can use those things all year but nothing screams autumn more than a warm beverage, a cozy blanket and a lit candle as the sun sets earlier and earlier.

There are a lot of great things about autumn but like I said, it is my favorite season. I hope you all are able to enjoy it this year.