Some things just make people happy. For me, its the change of weather from hot to cool. Or cooler in this case. Phoenix has slowly started to embrace fall and I am loving every rainy minute of it! As the sizzling hot valley of the sun simmers in cool climate, I have taken the liberty of creating a happy harvest list. This list consists of must do's for fall. Things that both genders can appreciate and thoroughly enjoy. I love the holidays and Halloween (though technically not a holiday) jump starts all the fun stuff. Here are some fun, generally inexpensive, and exciting things for folks to do:
Go to a pumpkin patch- There is nothing like seeing those gorgeous orange pumpkins and sharing the memory with a loved one, especially young kids. I always feel like I'm five years old! Go pick a winner and carve up at least two. A super scary one for Halloween and a nice, delightful one for Thanksgiving.
Baking- If you don't already, I suggest flipping your TV to the food network and copying those exact recipes. Fall brings so many tasty things to eat; festive cupcakes, cookies, brownies, breads, pastas, and the fall favorite, APPLE CIDER!
Fall Fairs- No matter where you reside, during the fall, there is bound to be a fair within 20 miles of your home. Take advantage of the treats, rides, and most importantly that old, creepy Haunted House!
Shopping- This is the perfect season for building a new, warm wardrobe! Sweaters, socks, hosiery, scarfs, closed toed shoes, and denim are just a few fun accessories best worn during the Fall. TAKE ADVANTAGE!
Sleeping with the window cracked- This isn't necessarily a Fall thing so much as it is better to do during the Fall. I love the way the air feels. It's completely different than Summer, Winter, or Spring. It is cool, warm, and tasty all at the same time! This act should of course be accompanied by a warm blanket or throw, to avoid unwanted colds or the flu!
Fall themed pedicures- Be it on the toes or hands, there is never a shortage of creativeness when it comes to fall pedis and manis. I have seen candy corn nails, green leaf toes, and the infamous pumpkin patch theme throughout the fall season. Indulge yourselves, it only lasts those few short months.
Scary movies- If you're a horror fanatic like myself, Fall is the perfect season for you. Scary movies are plentiful throughout these months. With franchises like Saw, Halloween, and now Paranormal Activity, fall is a bit more creepy.
Halloween & Thanksgiving- The argument of the best Fall holiday of the year varies depending on the person. Some argue, Halloween is the best while others only consider Thanksgiving to be the only Fall holiday. I love them both and I think everyone should ditch their strict diets and fully engage in all the fabulous holiday treats! After all, it is FALL!
and last but, not least
Romance- Of course no one needs a season to be romantic but, one must agree that Fall is a far more romantic season than the others. Walks in the park with the leaves glistening on the ground, hand-holding throughout that beautiful pumpkin patch, spooning on the couch with that cozy throw and the window slightly cracked open, and of course riding that Ferris wheel with the one you love! The best time to do all these things is in the fall!
Happy Harvest!
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