Hey friends! So, I recently shared a little confession on Facebook that had me worried I might be banished from the Internet or even the country. I said, “I just tried my yearly PSL (Pumpkin Spice Latte), and I’m sad to report that I still can’t get into it.” I fully expected someone to come knocking at my door to take away my citizenship or throw me into some sort of witness protection program.
I braced myself for the inevitable backlash from the PSL fanatics. And guess what? When I checked back online, I found out I’m not alone in my pumpkin aversion. There are others out there who feel just as I do—thank goodness for that!
So, here’s the deal: you’re either all about the pumpkin hype or you’re wishing for it to vanish. I mean, I respect Team Pumpkin, but I also feel a bit envious. It must be nice to have a new pumpkin-flavored treat popping up every few seconds, while my beloved chocolate options feel like they’re on vacation.
Let’s break down my recent day of errands to illustrate my pumpkin plight:
Stop 1: The Coffee Shop
This is where the pumpkin craze kicked off, and we all know it. I walked in, ready to order my drink, which was definitely not a PSL. The barista called out, “Your grande NOT PSL is ready,” and you could practically hear the gasps from the pumpkin lovers lining up behind me.
Stop 2: The Bagel Shop
It’s hard to mess up a bagel, but as I waited, I overheard a mother and daughter debating whether to get pumpkin bagels or pumpkin cream cheese—seriously? Their struggle was real, and I was just trying to keep it together without rolling my eyes.
Stop 3: Trader Joe’s
I love Trader Joe’s, but the pumpkin takeover is out of control. I mean, pumpkin butter, pumpkin pancake mix, pumpkin ice cream, and even pumpkin dog treats? Come on! Can we skip to the holiday season already when peppermint takes over?
Stop 4: Doctor’s Office
I’m not kidding; while waiting for my appointment, the guy next to me was on the phone bragging about finding Pumpkin Spice M&Ms. Really? M&Ms don’t need a pumpkin makeover!
Stop 5: Online
After my errands, I sat down at my computer only to be bombarded by Pinterest suggestions for pumpkin recipes. Pumpkin cheesecake crepes? Pumpkin martinis? No thanks! The pumpkin invasion just keeps getting worse every year.
But hey, let’s not feel too sorry for me. I actually feel bad for apples. They used to be the stars of fall, but they’ve been overshadowed by pumpkins.
So, while I begrudgingly tip my hat to Team Pumpkin, enjoy your time in the spotlight. Before you know it, the pumpkin craze will pass, and I’ll be happily indulging in peppermint lattes.
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In summary, while the pumpkin spice craze is in full swing, there are still those of us who are just not that into it. So here’s to the upcoming peppermint season!