TV Sitcoms Favorites of 2009

The Sitcom has made a huge comeback in our house. Here are my current favorites in no particular order:

Big Bang Theory--Hilarious and the science is great! However, the episode about the whether the unidentified cricket was a field cricket or a snowy tree cricket: disappointing. The two species are so different, you don't need an entomologist to settle the argument. Nevertheless, Sheldon is so funny and I am glad Raj has more lines this season. Plus, if you have a DVR you gotta pause the during the credits when there is a white screen with the episode number. The creator of the show Chuck Lorre writes some fantastic bits on it.

Modern Family--I started watching this on the recommendation of Entertainment Weekly. I was a little hesitant since they were wild about Lost and Desparate Housewives, but I am so glad I did. The stories and characters are so funny but there is always a sweet heart-warming twist in every episode.

Better Off Ted--This show is an absolute gem and such a riot. I have no idea why there isn't a bigger buzz for this wonderful show. Portia Di Rossi's deadpan outrageous corporate executive is a joy to watch and the two scientist pals crack me up.

30 Rock--Just keeps getting funnier. Alec Baldwin, Tina Fey, and Tracy Morgan are geniuses.

The Office--I know some people find this show cringe-inducing and I do too sometimes but if you make it through Michael's insanity it is sublime. Pam and Jim's second wedding ceremony knocked me to floor. And Ed Helms? At first, I hated his character but now he is making me laugh the loudest.

How I Met Your Mother--Aren't those two kids tired of hearing this long, way t00-drawn out story on how their parents met? I would cut out that tired device and just focus on what makes the show great...Barney, Marshall, and Lily.

Parks and Recreation--I hated the first season but it has improved by leaps and bounds. I only regret not tivoing more of it this season.

Two and a Half Men--This show always ranks in the top 20 ratings. I love its raunchiness and its Odd Couple backbone. I can't believe it is in prime time. My favorite episodes include Ryan Stiles (Judith's new husband). He was one of my favorites from the improv show "Whose line is it anyway?". Wouldn't it be great if Colin made a guest appearance?

Community--Fantastic from the start and only getting better. The Troy and Abed vignettes at the end of every show are great.

Glee--I am not a fan of American Idol and in real life don't care for show choirs but I love Glee. I saw the premiere last Spring and wept. It was so funny and so moving. Plus I am a sucker for Journey. The fall season was out of this world good. All the little love triangles, secrets, and the funny, funny, evil, evil Sue Sylvester make it weekly joy to watch.