Well, what can I say? You were quite possibly one of the most important, realistic and laugh-out loud funny family shows I have ever watched.
I loved the DiMeos and gorgeous force that was Maya (Minnie Driver) she fought for JJ like a lioness and woe betide anyone who crossed her or patronised her child. I’ll miss Jimmy (John Ross Bowie) as if he were my own friend. He was sweet, hilarious and often kept Maya and his children grounded especially, when tough and often emotional discussions had to be had. JJ (Micah Fowler) and Kenneth (Cedric Yarbrough) were an absolute dream team from the start. I love how Kenneth always supported JJ even if he did often find himself going along with a plan he was sure wasn’t going to end well, I genuinely teared up when he talked about not knowing what to do when JJ was away at college. Kenneth became a member of the family and I don’t think they would have it any other way. Dylan (Kyla Kenedy) and Ray (Mason Cook) were absolutely hilarious, often clashing as all siblings do, but always united in their love for JJ, their parents each other. They each had their own struggles, first crushes, bullying, catfishing and just generally dealing with whatever situation came their way.
I’ll miss the show that was unafraid to call out stereotypes, inspiration porn and tokenism being just some of the big subjects that they did not shy away from. I’ll miss the show that balanced humour so well with the real life fears that disabled people and their families experience day in and day out. Attitudes, barriers, the big and often daunting: “What’s next?” I want to say thank you to every cast and crew member for giving us such a gem of a show. I could relate to a lot of the things that JJ experienced and it was great to see such wonderful representation. I have been vocal in my hopes for another series but right now, I just want to say thank you. Thank you Speechless.
You were extraordinary.
Emma.
Emma's Corner 