I agree! I think having a narration that defines the issues is a great way of dealing with some of the topics they cover. But don’t underestimate how difficult it is to do that without sounding too preachy...and yet, Blackish manages to do that so well.

I did catch last week’s episode! Again, they addressed a complex topic with thoughtfulness and kindness, and without being disingenuous.

Agreed, and as I mentioned, I think shows need a little time to find their legs. I actually saw two episodes and the 2nd was so much worse than the first.

I’m comparing it to Blackish, which I think has really set a new standard for being relevant and funny. I get that a show may need some time to find its legs, but I am less likely to have that kind of patience when they use the election as a focal point without bringing up the racism.

Is it just me or is Lecy Goranson really wooden in the role as an adult?

Canadian politeness is a ruse to hide major passive aggression issues.

Oh my god. I just read the article.

Not to mention the “French” defence won’t fly all that well outside of Quebec.

Trust me, most of us Canadians are rolling our eyes pretty hard at this. Yes, the law gives this guy the benefit of the doubt, but the point is that as much we make accommodations for all kinds of cultural differences, belief in our own politeness is a key aspect of OUR culture.

Your hair is glorious...but I came here to say how fabulous that lipstick is on you.

Three dogs is ten times the work.

It depends on the dog and the breed, but the loud puppyness will subside with age and maturity.

Oh lord, you have a prudish doggie!

Marital Congress. I snort-laughed

Our dogs sleep in the bed with us because Mr. Mouse, 6 feet of Irish brawn, is a complete softy.

No, she’s not the only one. Her eyebrows were a huge statement about women and beauty; they are part of her identity and who she was as an artist.

Oh my god, you are so spot on with doing away the need to be polite in the face of danger. Just get out. Then worry about manners.

I read that book over 20 years ago as well and it changed the way I carry myself and move in the world. I love that it basically confirms that more often than not, we have the power to protect ourselves.

Yay for listening to your intuition! Seriously, that’s a good-new story in so many ways.

How amazing you are to empower your child! I credit my father’s empowerment of me for having escaped the clutches of a child molester in our neighbourhood.