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Comment author: Bill_McGrath 01 June 2012 11:49:48PM 0 points [-]

I've seen a fair few episodes, I'd second the recommendation. Notable for having a non-traditional family presented as being completely run-of-the-mill.

Comment author: Raemon 02 June 2012 02:22:18AM 0 points [-]

I actually am most disappointed with the fact that all three families (including the gay couple) turn out to have a completely straightforward dynamic (working "dad", stay at home "mom")

That said, the show is incredibly funny and well constructed, as far as family sitcoms go.

Comment author: Bill_McGrath 02 June 2012 12:48:20PM 0 points [-]

I hadn't picked up on that, I thought the blonde mam had a job. Interesting point, I'll remember that.

Comment author: Raemon 02 June 2012 07:20:46PM 0 points [-]

I actually did too for a long while - Claire seems so tough and together that, apart from not having a job, she feels more like the stereotypical 'Man' in the relationship. But that toughness mostly gets applied to maintaining the household.

Comment author: wedrifid 02 June 2012 02:44:19AM 0 points [-]

I actually am most disappointed with the fact that all three families (including the gay couple) turn out to have a completely straightforward dynamic (working "dad", stay at home "mom")

Mom or "mom" that doesn't sound all that modern to me!

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