I there is one expression I am sick of hearing it is "my truth." Most of the time, as in this instance, is is a synonym for a lie. Happily, the issue resolves itself somewhat, with the show essentially coming down on the side of honesty.
This show has potential, though, despite the great appeal of the two principals, they seem to be a bit of a drag on the series. Esther and Kelby, and even Margo, are working out as characters as they settle in, but Humphrey and Martha, with their backstory tragedy and the annoying presence of the usually welcome Jamie Bamber in a role that seems like make-drama, are downers.
The writers have painted themselves into a bit of a corner with this IVF story and the continuing presence of an infertile woman and a man who wants children. There is only one obvious resolution, which is a pity because Sally Bretton is a fetching actress and the two seem well suited and have a charming on-screen chemistry. And to be quite honest, the addition of a new baby on a struggling show -- if they use surrogacy, or the miracle happens and she manages to get pregnant -- is all too often a drag on shows.
Maybe the writers can come up with some solution that lets them talk their way through it. But I do not currently see it and, with regret, I suspect this series is doomed.
This show has potential, though, despite the great appeal of the two principals, they seem to be a bit of a drag on the series. Esther and Kelby, and even Margo, are working out as characters as they settle in, but Humphrey and Martha, with their backstory tragedy and the annoying presence of the usually welcome Jamie Bamber in a role that seems like make-drama, are downers.
The writers have painted themselves into a bit of a corner with this IVF story and the continuing presence of an infertile woman and a man who wants children. There is only one obvious resolution, which is a pity because Sally Bretton is a fetching actress and the two seem well suited and have a charming on-screen chemistry. And to be quite honest, the addition of a new baby on a struggling show -- if they use surrogacy, or the miracle happens and she manages to get pregnant -- is all too often a drag on shows.
Maybe the writers can come up with some solution that lets them talk their way through it. But I do not currently see it and, with regret, I suspect this series is doomed.