THE ULTIMATE FALL BUCKET LIST (L.A. EDITION)

Let’s be real – Fall is declared “in season” the day Starbucks launches the awaited PSLs. Living in LA means “fall” is basically just extended summer with pumpkin décor. But hey, we still pretend it’s “real fall” and complain how it’s too hot despite KNOWING that it’s a consistent occurrence. Here’s your bucket list for a season we don’t technically have:

1. Go on a “Crunchy Leaf Walk” 🍂

Translation: step on that one sad leaf you found on the sidewalk while dodging Priuses and Teslas.

2. Visit a Pumpkin Patch 🎃

More like… pay $20 for a pumpkin in Silverlake while influencers block the hay bales for content. Worth it.

3. Host a “Bonfire Night” 🔥

AKA: light three pumpkin-scented candles and call it a vibe – toasting marshmallows optional. At least you’re where AC is. Bonus points if you have one of those fancy fire pits with the broken glass everywhere. You can be bougie and toast marshmallows with your pinky up.

4. Take the Kids Trick-or-Treating 🎭🍬

No matter where you go, tiny humans will 100% trip over anything and everything – their Halloween costumes are no exception. Good thing you packed the Lil’ Doc First Aid Kit – because Elsa and Spider-Man do not slow down for scraped knees.

5. Bake a Homemade Pie 🥧

Turn on the oven in September? Bold. Might as well just bake yourself. (Store-bought works, we don’t judge.)

6. Do a Cozy Movie Marathon 📺

Pull the blinds, crank the AC, and pretend your PSL isn’t iced. Watch Hocus Pocus anyway – commitment is key.

7. Try a New Coffee or Cider Recipe ☕🍏

Fun fact: apple cider hits different when you’re sipping it with the fan on full blast.

8. Thrift the Coziest Sweater 🧣

For what? To wear it once, sweat profusely, and shove it back in your closet until December. Tradition.

9. Get Lost in a Corn Maze 🌽

Plot twist: it’s just traffic on the 405. Bring snacks.

10. Capture Golden Hour 📸

Ok, to be fair – LA really does nail this one. Sunset pics + palm trees? That’s our fall aesthetic.

Moral of the story: LA fall may be a scam, but with a little humor (and maybe a PSL or two), we can still make it feel like the cozy season we deserve. 🍂✨