Why Summer's End Doesn't Mean No Fun

Summer’s end brings cooler temperatures and shorter days. But the fun doesn’t have to stop. Sure, you can’t get a tan. But you can still enjoy what the coming seasons have to offer.

An Adventurous Break

Most sports tournaments are held in the summer because the weather generally suits them. Yet many other sports, games, and hobbies are best enjoyed in the winter or colder climates. So, although you might take vacations in summer, why not consider a fall or winter break somewhere like upstate New York? Check out this seasonal guide to the Adirondacks for a quick peek into some of the things your family can enjoy on your next family getaway.

New Seasons, New Aspirations

You may not be aware of it, but the seasons affect us on multiple levels. Physically, your body increases insulin resistance towards the end of summer to store fat for winter. And autumn’s calming orange, brown and golden hues can give you a positive outlook. In addition, a survey by Harvard found that productivity increases in autumn. So the coming season might be a good time to assess your life and make a plan for positive changes at work, school, and home.

Having Fun Playing with the Kids

Just like summer offers fun in the sun, the colder seasons come with their benefits too. Even when it’s cold, you can still get outside and have some fun with the kids. Here are some ideas:

Getting out and playing in the snow.
Raking up dead leaves, then playing in them.
Hot chocolate under the stars on cold nights.

After two years of lockdown, just being outside feels like a privilege these days. So make the most of the beautiful, yet far colder, autumn and winter weather. Just be sure to wrap up warm.

Enjoying the Seasonal Changes

Every season brings with it wondrous things. You just have to learn to look rather than see to really appreciate them. For example, you won’t notice the crystals of a spider web on a crisp winter morning if you hurry past. Or the subtle way a dying leaf graces your path while falling from its branch if all you do is run in your local park. Sometimes it helps the body, mind, and soul to slow down a little and treasure the subtle yet unique changes as the months pass by.

The Holidays are Coming

The beginning of autumn and into the new year signifies the beginning of the holiday season. Halloween, Christmas, and Thanksgiving (US) or 5th November (UK) are some of the most highly anticipated times for gathering with friends and family. Even though we are in a cost-of-living crisis, it costs nothing to spend time with someone you love. And Christmas isn’t really about spending tons of money on stuff you can’t afford. It’s about goodwill for all.

Summary

Fall and winter offer plenty of positive changes as we near Summer’s end. You can try vacationing in the mountains, playing in the snow, or just enjoying the small seasonal changes.