A Hot Take: (not really)

I really like this series. It’s been a staple of my weekly routine for the past 7 years, and I’ve really enjoyed seeing the characters grow over that time. I think hunt for gun was stupid yes, but it wasn't the catastrophe that everyone makes it out to be. I feel as though people hate on the series because that gains karma. Honestly, most chapters, even recently, are good and develop the story in ways that largely make sense.

Do I miss the slice of life? Yes, and I wish there was more, but I get why it’s where it is.

Is this series the most meaningful story that speaks uniquely to the human condition? No. And it can be heavy handed and preachy when it is meaningful. I have no delusions about how good this story is. But there's a magic to long form story telling like this. The setup and payoffs are mostly good. I walk away from each chapter mostly happy and hyped, and this series makes my day better. Maybe, that's all it needs to be for me.

don't feel this is a super hot take, but I feel like a bit of positivity is needed.