Hey Steve, I went back and read this piece and can so visualize both the scene between you and Shelly and the one on the Raymond show. I can also feel the anxiety of the block to complete the episode and the feeling of being a fraud if somebody else comes up with the magic answer. Oh, the many woes of being a creative writer. That's wild that you still use the kids bathroom, and wonderful that you're still so happily married.
What an adventure! I loved this piece so much it made me laugh and congratulations you have two sinks! That's how life makes up for it when you make compromises.
This is such a perfect example of how the smallest cracks, like a sigh, can reveal so much about what’s unspoken in a relationship. Loved how the real-life moment became a blueprint for story, and how that story, in turn, deepened the meaning of the moment. It’s not just great comedy writing. It’s great human writing.
Having grown up sharing one sink with both parents and two brothers, my ascension to having my own sink in a happily shared bathroom made me feel like a Rockefeller. But it's good to have had the first experience to truly appreciate the second.
Thank you so very much for sharing this. Your behind-the-scenes post adds another layer of enjoyment and appreciation. More dinner conversation for us. Truth is, I know the whisker-in-the-sink complaint all too well. And we’re almost empty nesters. Thanks again!
You must remember this, a kiss ain't just a kiss, a sigh ain't just a sigh....
Exactly...
Keep hittin’ LINE DRIVES BUBBA!
Fascinating insight into the process. And humorous
So when scripts are randomly assigned, does that work better than when the original person carries it through? I think I prefer the latter
I prefer the latter, but in my experience, these things are ultimately group efforts anyway.
I have friends who also have separate bedrooms. It always starts with someone is snoring so the other can’t sleep……Thank you for a great morning read.
Yes, separate bathrooms are one of the keys to a happy marriage! Fun to see how an idea gets fleshed out into a script.
Hey Steve, I went back and read this piece and can so visualize both the scene between you and Shelly and the one on the Raymond show. I can also feel the anxiety of the block to complete the episode and the feeling of being a fraud if somebody else comes up with the magic answer. Oh, the many woes of being a creative writer. That's wild that you still use the kids bathroom, and wonderful that you're still so happily married.
Skro this is a beautifully written essay and razor sharp analysis into how a sitcom gets written. That being said, I don’t like complimenting you.
How do you think Lew feels? It's much worse for him.
True this is actually an upside
What an adventure! I loved this piece so much it made me laugh and congratulations you have two sinks! That's how life makes up for it when you make compromises.
This is such a perfect example of how the smallest cracks, like a sigh, can reveal so much about what’s unspoken in a relationship. Loved how the real-life moment became a blueprint for story, and how that story, in turn, deepened the meaning of the moment. It’s not just great comedy writing. It’s great human writing.
Wow. Thank you. I really appreciate that thoughtful assessment.
Fabulous! Glad you love your new 2 sink bathroom!
Having grown up sharing one sink with both parents and two brothers, my ascension to having my own sink in a happily shared bathroom made me feel like a Rockefeller. But it's good to have had the first experience to truly appreciate the second.
Great story, Steve.
Chekhov's Showerhead.... and the Purloined Plot Bridge - It was right in front of me the whole time! Wonderful work, Steve, as always.
Thank you so very much for sharing this. Your behind-the-scenes post adds another layer of enjoyment and appreciation. More dinner conversation for us. Truth is, I know the whisker-in-the-sink complaint all too well. And we’re almost empty nesters. Thanks again!
Enjoyed the story. Interesting to learn about the process. Thanks for sharing your engaging writings. I hope to see more.
Thanks, Lisa! Trust you are well.
Great story Steve! It’s always the small things!