1. Going outside and not needing to take a shower within five minutes.
There’s summertime heat, and then there’s summertime heat in New York, which always feels ten degrees hotter and more humid than the actual temperature because it’s being absorbed by the entire city. And while I adore heat in general, I’d be lying if I said the prospect of slightly cooler weather doesn’t thrill me.
2. The return of hot drinks!
Hot chocolate, hot tea, hot coffee…they’re comforting and just plain necessary by October. Last night my apartment was quite chilly, so I heated up some almond milk with peanut butter and maple syrup. Amazingness.
3. Sweatshirts.
Though frumpy and shapeless, they’re still one of my favorite types of clothing. I’m wearing one now, actually…
4. Going home to Pennsylvania and seeing how pretty everything is
Fall always seems to bring the most beautiful days of the whole year, and I’m hoping I get a chance to go home and enjoy them in a place where there are pretty trees and open spaces!
5. The day after Halloween, when I can start playing Christmas carols and baking holiday treats.
Yes, I’m that girl. Go ahead and judge me, I’ll be too merry and sugared up to care.
6. Foodbuzz in San Francisco!
Last year’s conference was hands-down my favorite blogging conference yet. I can’t wait to reunite with friends and eat my way through the weekend.
7. My class’ Friday Night Dinner.
Each Chef’s Training Program is divided into two groups, which then designs a menu and puts own a Friday Night Dinner like the ones I’ve helped out at recently. It’s a daunting task, but I’m excited for it!
8. Thanksgiving.
Need I say more?
9. Finishing school and finally entering the “real” world.
I think the timing of this NGI program was perfect for me, because it gave me a little buffer between college and job-searching. While a few months ago I was petrified of what was coming next, now I’m getting excited about it. We’ll see how long that lasts in today’s job market…
And one thing I’m in denial of…
1. The cold.
Can we just pretend that the Northeast never gets chillier than 50 degrees?
What are you looking forward to about this fall?
ahh AGREED with so many of these!! wouldn’t it be so nice if it just wouldnt go below 50? with an exception on xmas it can go below 30 so it will snow and then thats IT.
*sigh* haha
Im looking forward to
1. halloween in NYC- gonna be CRAZY!!
2.more oatmeal for breakfast!! (kinda like you with the warm drinks)
3. my long sleeve shirts. I have so many pretty ones I cant wait to wear
4. ugg boots!! I have the sparky black pair that was featured on Oprah. Yes I do
happy tuesday!!
Wouldn’t that be lovely if the temps stayed 50+? I’m looking forward to all the cool fall weather but not so cold I need to turn the heat on and start paying astronomical bills for oil!
I’m looking forward to all of the same things - except foodbuzz, I wish I could go, but can’t. I’d be okay with the cold if it last for about 2 weeks, 4 months is a bit much….
I love the fall! I’m looking forward to going apple and pumpkin picking. Pumpkin flavored foods and drinks for sure! I can’t wait to put my uggs back on. I’ve missed them so!
Fall to me doesn’t mean the same as before because of the climate differences in Mumbai BUT a few things I am looking forward to in October is a weekend get-away to a beach resort and Diwali!
I’m so with you on sweatshirts! They’re so cozy…I wish I was wearing one right now.
And I’m really excited for apples. I can’t wait for good, crispy apples to come back!
Yay! I can’t wait for the Foodbuzz festival in SF, It’s going to be my first real blogger convention/meet up.
Im excited to see all the changing colors of fall.
And to wear fall clothing.
Oh and I am the same way when it comes to Christmas!
Totally agree with 2 and 5. Hot drinks and Christmas really are the best parts of fall/winter. The whole freezing cold weather, eh not so much. This fall I’m looking forward to making lots of fall themed treats and meals. Not to mention Christmas everything, always my favorite part about the weather getting colder!
Number 2 & 5 for sure! Also I cannot forget about pumpkin!
Im looking forward to cooler weather, hot drinks, decorating for Fall, my Fall break (no school for 2 weeks!), thanksgiving..
Also, Fall means that the Holiday season is right around the corner! yay!
Definitely Halloween, more college football, and marathon season! And hopefully a move to a new place.
I also agree with sweatshirts/hoodies. They’re just so comfortable!
I’m just hoping the fall/winter winter weather isnt as bad as last year…
Bill Evans on channel 7 said we’re going to have a great fall followed by a record cold winter. I may have to switch to channel 4 and see what the annoying weather guy says. That peppermint bark makes me want to put up my tree. for reals.
Agreed on all counts!
I dread the cold but cannot wait for all the holiday and fall time traditions, the baking, the cheer, the cool temps. Everything!
I’m looking forward to fall colors, running my half marathon, Thanksgiving, and I know I’m not in the consensus here, but I like the cold too - or all the stuff the cold brings like sweat shirts and coats and blankets and snow!
All I can say is..PUMPKIN.
#5 made me laugh out loud. Nothing wrong with celebrating early!
I can’t wait for you to come back to PA!
Miss you girl.
Awww, I’m going to miss fall in PA- so beautiful! We’re still in the 70s and 80s here in Alabama…I guess that’s a trade-off for the winter I’m actually looking forward to this year
I’m looking forward to cute scaves, hot drinks / foods, and yummy smelling candles
I’m excited about all things pumpkin, fall clothes/color palettes. I also can’t wait to run the NWM Half and then the CIM marathon in the beginning of Dec. (I’m counting that as fall, haha)
since i just moved to los angeles, it’s not really going to feel like fall here, which i’m a little unhappy about! apple picking and pumpkin treats are always my favorite fall things, but i’m going to pretend it’s still autumn here by making fall foods and lighting candles that remind me of leaves changing colors! plus, it gets pretty chilly at night here, so chunky sweaters are a must
That last picture of you is awesome! I love that shot!
And ok, I also love the shot of the Xmas baking/bark/sugar sprinkles. I blogged yesterday that it’s never too early for holiday baking.
As I blogged about white chocolate fudge
I am not excited about colder weather; wish it could be summer year round!
I’m looking forward to scarves, boots, cozy sweaters, tons of hot drinks (love your concoction!) and seeing my parents during Christmas
I totally agree with the hot drinks, sweatshirts, and Christmas carols after Halloween. Can’t wait to bust out my NSync Holiday album from 1998ish. lol. I’m also really looking forward to a trip to visit my boyfriend after not seeing him for a month.
Can I just tell you for the billionth time how GORGEOUS your backyard is? Seriously, woman. It is so stunningly beautiful. Also on board with you on the hot drink bandwagon.
I’m excited for:
1.) All things pumpkin!
2.) Apple picking!
3.) Sleeping in the cold (love love love!)
4.) Crisp fall leaves + colors.
Haha I start playing Christmas music right after Halloween too!
Things I’m looking forward to this fall are:
- Going to the Homecoming game and partying after
- Thanksgiving… actually scratch that, I’m really just excited about the pumpkin pie
- Going on fall hikes
- Cozy sweaters
I’m looking forward to the fall foliage - so beautiful this time of year!
wooohoo for Foodbuzz!!! I can’t wait to see you again!
I’m looking forward to running in a little bit cooler weather, at least as cool as FL gets…Thanksgiving, I’m making my family try some vegetarian dishes this year! The Disney Food and Wine Festival and my birthday, which is Thursday and technically in the fall:)
i want to go to foodbuzz festival SO bad!!! its so dang expensive to fly out there though
plus i doubt there are anymore tickets left! i’m looking forward to THANKSGIVING! food family & football all in one day? the best.