“Plymouth State’s Tower Decorated with “Not-So-Scary” Pumpkins, Students Baffled”
In a shocking turn of events, Plymouth State University’s clock tower has been adorned with two terrifying pumpkins that have left students trembling in their boots… or maybe not.
The tradition of impaling pumpkins on the clock tower has been a long-standing one at Plymouth State, with the mysterious reasoning behind it being lost in the depths of time. Some speculate that it may have been a way for students to show off their carving skills, while others suggest it may be a form of artistic expression.
But this year’s offerings have left students scratching their heads in confusion. Instead of the traditional menacing faces, these pumpkins have been carved with cheerful smiles and hearts. Some have even gone as far as to dub them the “not-so-scary” pumpkins.
“I really don’t understand the point of it,” said sophomore Sarah Smith. “It’s supposed to be a Halloween tradition, but these pumpkins are cute. It’s just not scary enough.”
The sentiment was echoed by many other students, who couldn’t see the point of the tradition if it wasn’t going to be spooky.
“I was really hoping for something scarier,” said freshman Jake Johnson. “I mean, the pumpkins are cute and all, but I want to be scared. That’s what Halloween is all about, right?”
Others, however, were more appreciative of the whimsical nature of the pumpkins.
“I think it’s really cute,” said sophomore Emma Thompson. “Sometimes you don’t need to be scared to enjoy Halloween. It’s about having fun and being creative.”
Despite the mixed reactions, the pumpkins have drawn quite a crowd, with students stopping by the clock tower throughout the day to take pictures and admire the carvings. Some have even taken to leaving their own offerings, bringing additional small pumpkins to place at the base of the tower.
At this point, it’s unclear who was behind the dastardly deed of placing these “not-so-scary” pumpkins on the tower, but it’s clear they’ve made a lasting impact. Whether the tradition returns next year with more frightening pumpkins, or these cheerful faces make a comeback, one thing is for sure – everyone will be watching the clock tower come next Halloween.
