Hang in there. It's a journey, sometimes funny and relatable, at other times disturbingly dark and amoral, but there are enough warm and engaging characters like Barry, Sue, Bianca, Denise to keep coming back for. Later on, Fergus becomes more likeable. Barry is the most consistent and steady aspect of the show. I really missed Bianca when she left but gave us 4 good seasons. Besides being colorful and uber-affectionate, Bianca was surprisingly capable domestically as well as relatably compulsive: always a sunshiny delight, our Bianca. Lisa, the heroine, is a rough around the edges ditz who deep down longs to be posh but true blue-collar husband Dan keeps her anchored. He's an easy-going angel. Final season neighbors Cameron and Jenna are a plus also, rounding out the show for the finale which was great but a little too Hallmark-y for me.