September: When Seven Became Nine

The Month That Forgot to Count: Summer’s packing up her sunblock, kids are pretending to love school, and the air smells like pencils, rain, and second chances. September has arrived — the month that still swears it’s number seven, even though it’s clearly number nine.

But here’s the twist: that little numerical lie isn’t a mistake. It’s a fossil from Rome’s first calendars, a leftover from emperors, egos, and a time when counting months was apparently optional. So before we blame Mercury retrograde, let’s take a walk through history and uncover why September kept its ancient name — and what it reveals about how humans, well… never really like to update things once they’re working just fine.

A Roman Brain Teaser

Slip into some Roman sandals and jump inside their brains to crack the code — seven is magic, people! That’s why Kasa De Franko’s anniversary hits in September. Pure magic!

As magical as being a cognate in Spanish: ¨setiembre¨ o ¨septiembre.¨ Yes! You don’t capitalize months in Spanish! Remember? Now you understand: What’s more magical than learning Spanish? Romance languages bring you right back to the roots of these ancient words.

From Latin Roots to Modern Days

Well, hold onto your historical hats—it’s all thanks to the Latin word septem, meaning seven. That’s right—once upon a time, September was the seventh month in the ancient Roman calendar.

Fast forward a few millennia, add a couple of emperors with big egos (looking at you, Julius and Augustus), and—voilà!—September is now the ninth month, but nobody bothered to change the name.

It’s like calling your dog “Cat” because, well, why not?

Summer’s Grand Finale, Roman Style

Picture this: ancient Rome in all its toga-wearing, lion-racing, chariot-crashing glory. September wasn’t just any month — it was the Romans’ Coachella, but with less glitter and way more grapes.

It was the grand finale of summer, filled with harvest celebrations, wild feasts, sacrifices, and chariot races. The Romans partied hard, celebrating the fruits of their labor (both literally and figuratively).

And who knows? Maybe even the gods woke up with hangovers after all those offerings.

Why is it Still September?

Back in the day, September really was the seventh month — septem meant “seven.” But then Julius Caesar came along with his shiny new calendar, adding January and February to the front of the line.

That bump pushed September to ninth place. To make things even more confusing, Julius renamed Quintilis as July (for himself), and Emperor Augustus renamed Sextilis as August.

After all that ego reshuffling, no one updated September’s name. So it stayed stuck to “seven,” frozen in linguistic time.

But that’s the beauty of it — while the name stayed Roman, the meaning kept evolving. Today, September carries traces of ancient harvests, equinoxes, and back-to-school blues all rolled into one.

🎡 A Bumper Crop of U.S. Fun

In the U.S., September rolls in with county fair season — that glorious time when the air smells like fried everything and the laws of nutrition take a vacation. You can sample deep-fried butter (yes, someone looked at butter and thought, “Needs more oil”), cheer for pig races like it’s the Kentucky Derby, and marvel at pumpkins so huge they could qualify for their own ZIP code.

It’s part carnival, part farm show, and part existential question about how much sugar one human can handle in a day. Think of it as the Olympics of agriculture — but with less cardio, more glitter, and way too many corn dogs to count.

Oh, and Oktoberfest starting in September?

Just Germany keeping the world confused — and slightly tipsy.

Across the globe, September still pulses with that harvest energy. From vineyards to villages, it’s the season of festivals, full moons, and fresh starts.

And if you’re into astrology, September’s under the double charm of Virgos and Libras — the perfectionist and the diplomat — both rocking the sapphire, a gem of wisdom, loyalty, and excellent taste in birthstones.

🍂 Fun Fact (That’s Totally Fake… or Is It?)

Did you know October (and sometimes September’s leftovers) is home to the world’s largest synchronized sneeze event?
Every year, people around the globe supposedly gather at 3:47 PM on the third Friday to sneeze in perfect harmony — because nothing says “seasonal unity” like shared allergies. Experts claim it aligns perfectly with autumn equinox energy (and maybe ragweed).

And in some old European folktales, the first person to spot a falling leaf must chase it down before it hits the ground — or risk bad luck for the rest of the year.
Imagine an entire village sprinting after leaves like it’s the Olympic final for “seasonal superstition.”

🌕 Mooncakes and Magic

Meanwhile, on the other side of the planet, September in China glows with the Mid-Autumn Festival — a night where the moon clocks in for its biggest performance of the year. Lanterns drift through the sky like glowing jellyfish, tea flows endlessly, and mooncakes appear everywhere, stuffed with sweet lotus, red bean, or mystery fillings your taste buds will argue about later.

Families gather to honor reunion, romance, and the lunar diva herself — Chang’e, the moon goddess who basically invented long-distance relationships. Some say if you eat enough mooncakes, you might just float up to visit her. (Okay, maybe not… but try telling that to your third slice.)

📚 September in Books

September is that friend who shows up with a journal, a scarf, and too many feelings. It’s the month that asks the big questions: Why are we here? Why do leaves fall? Is pumpkin spice just cinnamon with better PR?

In literature, September is pure transition — that bittersweet bridge between endings and beginnings. Poets get sentimental, novelists wax nostalgic, and readers suddenly crave cozy sweaters and self-reflection. It’s basically the month where the world turns a page… and everyone pretends they’re the main character.

🌿 A Literary Gem

William Wordsworth’s poem “September” reads like a love letter to the season’s quiet drama — every leaf a slow-motion performer in nature’s interpretive dance. It’s the kind of poetry that makes you want to wrap yourself in a blanket, sip something warm, and stare meaningfully out the window while pretending you’re in an indie film called “Falling for Myself.”

Because let’s be honest — no one does melancholy quite like September.

🍎 Making the Most of September

Ready to soak up September’s magic? Take a walk where the air smells like nostalgia and the leaves crunch like nature’s bubble wrap. Visit an apple orchard and pretend you’re in a rustic rom-com, or curl up with a good book and a mug of cider so cozy it should probably pay rent.

There’s something about September — that soft golden light, that “back-to-school but make it aesthetic” vibe — that makes the world slow down just enough to remember what matters.

🌅 Time for a Fresh Start

As summer waves goodbye with its sunburns and melted ice creams, September steps in like a cool breeze whispering, “Let’s try that again.”

It’s the month of clean slates and second chances — when you suddenly feel like organizing your life, even if that just means buying a new notebook you’ll never finish. The air smells like possibilities (and cinnamon), and everything feels a little more doable.

Take a moment to breathe, to look back at how far you’ve come, and to set intentions for what’s next. Because if the leaves can start over every year, so can we.

🌍 How the World Says “September”

You’d think after all the calendar drama, people would’ve renamed September to something less confusing. But nope — most of the world just shrugged and said, “Sounds good, Rome.”

From Paris to Peru, the name stuck like pumpkin spice on a coffee cup. Though some languages gave it a little makeover, that old Latin root septem (seven) still echoes through nearly every translation. The real twist? For most of the planet, September doesn’t even feel like the seventh month anymore — it’s the unofficial season of new beginnings, school supplies, and mild existential dread.

🍁 Adding a Twist to September

At Kasa de Franko, we don’t do boring — especially not in September. While the rest of the world is busy swapping flip-flops for sweaters, we’re turning this month into a cultural adventure.

Our lessons dive deep into the quirky, poetic, and downright hilarious side of September — from the ancient roots of its name to the modern traditions that make it unforgettable. Think of it as history with rhythm, language with flavor, and learning that actually makes you laugh.

From Rome to Kasa de Franko

This month, we’ll explore everything from Roman calendars to autumn festivals around the world — all while leveling up your Spanish in the most unexpected ways. Because at Kasa de Franko, education isn’t about memorizing; it’s about feeling the culture, dancing with it, and maybe even sneezing in sync with the world (you’ll get that reference later).

So grab your curiosity (and maybe a cup of apple cider), and let’s make this September one to remember — the Kasa de Franko way.

🎉 Join the Fun!

Want to make your September a little less ordinary (and a lot more fun)?
Join us at Kasa de Franko, where language learning comes with culture, laughter, and maybe a few historical plot twists.

Whether you’re into Spanish, French, or just curious about why the months can’t count properly, our classes turn every lesson into an experience. Visit KasaDeFranko.com or drop us a message — we’ll save you a seat and maybe even a virtual churro.

Because learning should never be boring — especially not in September.

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