Patrick, I have never hit the heart so fast. New Girl has been a beacon for me during the ups AND downs. I also love the community it engenders: maybe because it takes a backseat to some of its fellow sitcoms, it's created a truly kind, accepting, loving fanbase. I have a couple of friends with whom I quote it constantly. Great points well made as always. (And congrats on the funding, so richly deserved.)
as someone who loves comfort rewatching sitcoms, new girl has absolutely emerged as one i don't get tired of, while parks and rec or friends i no longer go back to like i once did. i didn't necessarily know why beyond loving the characters, no laugh track, etc. but absolutely you can both feel superior to their struggles but also see them always getting through the endless slog of life together!
Beautiful piece, Patrick! Having been through my own rock bottom (post dumping) that had me sobbing in my parent’s spare room interstate and needing a new Melb home, I so identify. Friends are everything in this situation, as you say. And knowing: ‘failure is seen as a normal thing that will affect everyone at some point, but one that doesn’t reflect inherently on who you are.’ (Beautifully phrased.) You’re such a talent and a workplace joy, I’m looking forward to seeing what you do next, either in a workplace or as a busy freelancer. Congrats on the Walkley grant. xo
You give me cookie, I give you cookie!!!
Beautiful piece, tempted to rewatch this again but I’ll just wait until my life blows up in well timed smithereens again.
Patrick, I have never hit the heart so fast. New Girl has been a beacon for me during the ups AND downs. I also love the community it engenders: maybe because it takes a backseat to some of its fellow sitcoms, it's created a truly kind, accepting, loving fanbase. I have a couple of friends with whom I quote it constantly. Great points well made as always. (And congrats on the funding, so richly deserved.)
OMG PATRICK
hugs to you and I hope moving back means Basil visitations
I have never watched New Girl, but now I am 100% putting near the top of my list.
as someone who loves comfort rewatching sitcoms, new girl has absolutely emerged as one i don't get tired of, while parks and rec or friends i no longer go back to like i once did. i didn't necessarily know why beyond loving the characters, no laugh track, etc. but absolutely you can both feel superior to their struggles but also see them always getting through the endless slog of life together!
Beautiful piece, Patrick! Having been through my own rock bottom (post dumping) that had me sobbing in my parent’s spare room interstate and needing a new Melb home, I so identify. Friends are everything in this situation, as you say. And knowing: ‘failure is seen as a normal thing that will affect everyone at some point, but one that doesn’t reflect inherently on who you are.’ (Beautifully phrased.) You’re such a talent and a workplace joy, I’m looking forward to seeing what you do next, either in a workplace or as a busy freelancer. Congrats on the Walkley grant. xo
I loved this, Patrick