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Would You Break Up With A Partner If They Loved This Popular Trend?

Author Debbie Nance

Ahhh ’tis the season for all things pumpkin spice.  But, does everyone love it?  Or, do some think the trend goes overboard?  Well, a recent survey from Fire Dept. Coffee indicates people have strong feelings on both sides of the fence.  So, how far does the divide go?  This survey found that a majority of people say they’d consider breaking up with a partner if they loved the popular trend.

Ok, let’s go back to how it all began.  The popular Starbucks pumpkin spice latte burst onto the scene in the fall of 2003.  So, that means this year marks the 20th anniversary.  And, according to an online search, the data says as of last year, consumers to date bought more than 600 million “PSLs.”  In fact, the craze spilled over into everything from doughnuts to candles and lotions to trash bags.  Hefty released the scented bags last Fall.  And, they sold out.  By the way, they make a return in September this year.  Plus, Krispy Kreme introduced pumpkin spice doughnut shaped dog biscuits this month.

But, how much is too much?  The Fire Dept. Coffee survey says a little more than a third of folks are tired of hearing about the trend.  Ten percent say they argued with a friend or family member about the spice.  And, 52% of people would consider breaking up with someone if they love pumpkin spice!  Wow.  I understand having irreconcilable differences.  However, that does seem extreme.  But, I do know that sometimes the more negative reactions are to a product the more it seems to fuel its popularity.  It’s human nature I suppose.  We love to hate stuff.

So, if you love the trend that’s great!  But, be aware you may have to make sure you look for true love in a like minded PSL soulmate.  Or, find one who loves you in spite of your differences.  Of course, this is all just for fun.  As for me, I enjoy fall and pumpkin spice.  And, it hasn’t caused a problem in my home yet!  Read the full article for more survey results.

Pumpkin Spice Food: 6 Abominations That Actually Existed

Pumpkin Spice is one of those things that bring a lot of joy and a lot of disgust. Truthfully, it’s easy to see both sides of this popular Fall flavor.

At one point, it seemed to be confined to just the Pumpkin Spice Latte found at your local Starbucks, but like a Mogwai getting wet, things started to take a turn.

Seemingly every Fall, you can’t turn your head without being greeted by a new Pumpkin Spice product, and not all of them are winners. Some of them were just…well…some of them were the six Pumpkin Spice items listed below.

  • Pumpkin Spice Chicken Sausage

    Mixing pumpkin spice with savory meats just doesn’t sound appetizing at all. This is a big NOPE!

    https://twitter.com/h_thoreson/status/778410587600588800

  • Pumpkin Spice Hummus

    Hummus is SO delicious! Whose brilliant idea was it to add pumpkin spice to this delightful dip? Whose?! I want names!

  • Pumpkin Spice Pringles

    Once you pop these Pringles, perhaps you can stop. (Actually, yes…please stop.)

  • Pumpkin Spice Peeps

    In theory, Pumpkin Spice Peeps don’t sound too bad, but I’ve never been a fan of a seasonal treat that tries to expand into other parts of the year. Peeps need to stay in their Spring lane. You don’t see candy corn trying to make it happen in the Winter!

  • Pumpkin Spice Pasta Sauce

    If you listen carefully, you can hear someone’s Nonna crying in the kitchen.

  • Pumpkin Spice Spam

    Remember that thing about pumpkin spice and savory meats? Well, Spam would have to be meat — and not, for lack of a better term, “meat product” — for that logic to matter here. The folks at Hormel were clearly looking for attention on this one. (Mission: Accomplished, BTW.) However, when you’re a product that many already treat as suspect, don’t make it worse.

Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.

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