- Rain. I love Rain, and everything about it. I love the smell. I love the sound it makes on my roof (when I lived in a house). I love the feeling I get inside when it starts. I love the memories it brings. I love the fact that it reminds me of my grandmother because she too loved the rain. And as I was in Woodland last Sunday it happened to rain (a light rain) for maybe 30 minutes and as it went I immediately felt this sense of happiness. That with the rain brought a new light of day and an optimistic look on life. And then this overwhelming feeling of joy that Fall was just around the corner.
- The changing of the trees. I love when the leaves are red and orange. I miss fall in Woodland, because I miss being constantly surrounded with beautiful trees (whether they are green, red, brown or yellow).
- Seeing my breath on a cold morning. I love cold crisp mornings and seeing my steaming hot breath hit the air. I love walking during these mornings because no matter how fast I walk I don't get hot (or too sweaty, gross).
- Fog. I love fog when it’s light and makes the day kinda gloomy even though I don't see it as gloomy, I see it as beautiful. I know it can be foggy year round in the bay, but the Fall and Winter fogs are more beautiful and enchanting.
- Warm fires. I love the feeling of a house being warmed purely by a fire in the stove. Its one of the greatest warmth’s possible. Even though, I don't currently live in a house or apartment with a fireplace I still look forward to the fires burning in the stove. And I love the thought of the next time I'll be surrounded by the ones I love and a roaring fire to keep us warm (which just happens to be my next reason).
- Thanksgiving. Simply put, I love food. It’s almost as easy as that. I love my family. So when family and food are there I am in a blissful state of mind. I like watching football on Thanksgiving and being with all of my family because I am truly thankful to have them in my life. I love the cold weather outside on Thanksgiving Day and the warmth inside the house (caused by cooking, a lot of people and love). The contrast can be truly amazing.
- Christmas. I love Christmas but not because of the presents. As you probably already know, or have guessed by now, I have been molded by the members of my family. So this means that seeing them often are some of the most important experiences in my life. Basically, I love being able to spend this time with the people who mean the most to me. On another note, I love the way a real Christmas tree smells. And as I grow older, I remember how much I loved going on our annual tree cutting trips and the wonderful moments of togetherness that ensued. The recollections of hanging the ornaments, listening to music and enjoying one another’s company will forever remain with me as some of the warmest days in my life.
- New Years. I love when the New Year comes around because its time for a new beginning. Or at least that’s how it feels. I intoxicated by the possibility of something great that seems to be more exciting and feasible when this time comes around.
- Hope. I love the way people get during these times. It’s like a sense of hope and compassion is brought out more than any other time of year. People are more giving, willing to let things go, and are more likely to help others. This to me is great. I love how this time brings out the best in people.
- Snow. I love it yet I'm happy that I don't live in a place where it always snows.
As of right now, above all else, I am looking forward to enjoying this Fall and then Winter. And of course, I hope you enjoy it too!
