"'Cause You're Hot Then You're Cold, You're Yes Then You're No..."

Title: Katy Perry - "Hot N Cold"

Dear Fall,

We should probably talk and get something straight.

I am sure you are currently confused with how I've been treating you.

I want you here.

I don't want you here.

I miss you.

I want you stay as far away from Summer and I as possible.

I keep changing my mind, hence the title to this post as Katy Perry so nicely helped with.

But you know what, as my 7th grade teacher taught me:

As a woman, I have the prerogative to change my mind any damn time I please.

So let me explain myself.

Fall, I love you.

It's true and real love.

The leaves changing and crisp air?

Yes.

The switching of the wardrobe?

Yes.

I mean, I've already bought a pair of boots in preparation and I've been staring at my scarves longingly, waiting for the first cool night.

Any and all things pumpkin?

Yes.

I mean you are talking to the girl who is counting down the days until she can have a pumpkin spice latte in her hands.

12 including today.

(September 6th)

Halloween & Thanksgiving?

Two of my favorite holidays.

I already plan on making soup once a week.

See Fall, I really do love you and all the things you bring me.

BUT....

(I hate that word too.)

There are two problems.

First?

I don't think I'm ready to let go of Summer.

I love her too.

It's just, I haven't spent enough time with the beach yet.

4 hours sitting on the beach?

Clearly not enough for my beach-bum soul for an entire summer.

Second?

I am happy when you are here but I know you'll leave too.

& what happens when you leave?

Well, you know.

Winter.

& with winter comes freezing temps and that horrible white stuff.

I will never, ever be ready for that.

So as you can see, my heart is torn.

Please know it isn't you.

I love you, Fall.

Just give me a bit more time.

I'll be ready soon.

Promise.