I used to be your biggest fan. I even fudged the results in the great Coke/Pepsi challenge because I wanted you to win. I knew your delicious taste right away, even though secretly, I thought the Coke tasted better during the test. But I'd never admit that to you. I didn't want to hurt your syrupy carbonated feelings.

But alas, I am very pained to say that I am ending our love affair over your new packaging. Why, oh why, would you switch to an eight pack? I love you so much that I drink you very often. Your high levels of caffeine and sugar make the world a better place. Why are you taking four of these joyful cans away from me? It's just wrong and I'm torked, hurt even.

I did an unofficial poll with my fellow Pepsi drinking friends and they are also upset at your new packaging. Why? Just why are you torturing your loyal drinkers? Is it to save money? Because now I'll just have to spend extra money on gas to drive back to the store. Is is because refrigerators are shrinking? Mine looks the same.

I should let you know there was an angry mob forming in the beverage aisle last night at Safeway. They were heading to the shovels, mops and caustic chemical aisle when I left. You might want to lay low for awhile. They were even chanting over and over:

We want a 12-pack not a dinky 8 -pack!

It was ugly.

Whatever the reason, please say this change won't be forever. I can't take drinking Coke that long.

Sincerely,

Your Ex-Biggest Fan