dear fall, please stay. love, malia

I don't know what it is about Fall, but for me, it is magic, romance and possibilities all rolled up into one. OK, maybe not romance at this point in my life, but Fall would be a perfect time for it and well, here's to hoping! I'm always hoping.

For the last few weeks, New York has enjoyed some "unusual" weather. In my opinion, it has been beautiful. To others, it has been the cause of much strife and my declarations of love have generated strange glances in my direction. They see Fall as the ending of a glorious, hot summer--the death of fun. I see it as sweet relief from a hot, humid, sweaty mess, and oh, the possibilities! Here's just a few of the things that I can't quite wait for:

cool breezes * sweaters & scarves * hot chocolate * sleeping with the window wide open * sleeping with covers again * leaves changing colors * outside not being as hot as the subway platform * pumpkin carving * apple picking * fabulous birthdays for fabulous people * fall clothing * fall colors * road trips, please * back to school * football & basketball with friends * not sweating my face off * taking walks * daylight savings (gotta love that extra hour) * crisp nights * fall foods....

Even now, trying to list all that I love about Fall doesn't do it justice. I can't quite put into words the excited, happy feeling I get when I picture this beautiful season. Oh pretty please, will you stay awhile? It would be a sweet reward after living here through yet another summer. I know, I know, it wasn't "that bad"....says you....