Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Can't Lose

I've never been one of those people who claims not to enjoy TV. I love TV. Always have. Always will. Sadly, though, I have been totally underwhelmed by most of what's on TV these days.

Grey's used to be must-see TV for me. And now, not so much. Ever since the ferry accident last year the show has been going down. Now with the whole dead Denny storyline I'm saying see-ya to Seattle Grace. I also used to really like Eli Stone, a cute, thoughtful show that Jody and I discovered last year. But, like many quality shows, Eli Stone got the axe in the middle of its season this year. Sure, I enjoy the overall smut of Gossip Girl. And Brothers and Sisters has offered up some soapy goodness. But really no TV dramas have grabbed me this year.

That's all gonna change come Friday. Yup, Friday Night Lights is back, baby. This is my absolute favorite show these days. If you haven't watched this show, give it a shot. It has everything you want in a show. It is smartly written, well acted and one of the best dramas I've seen in years. And believe me, I've watched plenty. The show offers up the perfect combination of drama and comedy, which is always a plus in my opinion. And did I mention how pretty the cast is? Seriously, Tim Riggins puts McDreamy to shame.

When I first heard about the show, I was turned off by the concept because I'm not really into sports, and Jody wasn't into it because he thought it was just another one of my lame teeny bopper shows. But we were both wrong. Yes, there is football, and yes many of the main characters are portraying teenagers. But, the show goes much deeper than touchdowns and teen angst. It's all about relationships and life in small town Texas, and it is really gripping. Plus, the relationship between the coach and his wife is one of my favorite TV marriages hands-down.

So give Friday Night Lights a chance this Friday. DVR it. Tivo it. Watch online. Watch it live. Whatever. You won't be sorry.