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"I want to speak to a manger": IHOP's kids menu has millennials crashing out fo…
"I know an older Gen Z was behind this."
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IHOP Menu's "Fun Fact" on "S Thing" Stirs Millennial Nostalgia and Humour
A recent viral video has sparked widespread amusement and a touch of generational existentialism, all thanks to an IHOP children's menu. The video, shared by TikTok user britnixh91, captures a millennial mother's candid reaction to a seemingly innocent "Fun Fact" about a popular childhood doodle. While dining with her children, the woman points to the ubiquitous "S Thing" drawing, a simple yet iconic graphic often created by kids in the late 20th century, featured on the activity sheet. Initially, the creator expresses a sense of nostalgic connection, remarking, "I see these little things and I was like, 'Oh, that is so millennial coded or whatever.'" This sentiment of shared cultural memory quickly transforms into a moment of comedic "insult" as she reads the accompanying text. The "Fun Fact" boldly declares: "The S Thing was really popular in the late 1900s!" The revelation that a trend from her formative years is now explicitly categorized as a relic of a bygone era elicits a dramatic gasp and a playful "Stop it!" from the woman, her voice laced with humorous disbelief. This reaction has resonated deeply with thousands of millennials across social media platforms, many of whom instantly recognized the "S Thing" from their own school days. Commenters have echoed her sentiments, sharing their own humorous indignation at being reminded of their age through such a seemingly innocuous detail. The video serves as a lighthearted commentary on the swift passage of time and the amusing ways in which cultural markers evolve, turning personal memories into historical footnotes for younger generations. It highlights the unique humor found in these small, relatable generational divides.
