I don't think there is much in there that is far from real life (or at least mine) without some exaggeration and a child's perspective. Besides, the double entendres (?spelling) are marvelous. My kids and I can laugh together at the same jokes differently. Along the same line, I know of only one sitcom on the tube that addresses issues of religion, politics, the environment, school, sex and family value issues ---- the Simpsons. You may not agree, but at least it's brought up and then you can discuss it at home. Harry Gewanter