Another holiday has come toAbbott Elementary, and festive events can often yield mixed results at the beloved school.
The result is a holiday special that is surprisingly lowkey yet endlessly satisfying.
However, Valentines Day could have easily shaken that up.
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The episode avoided the obvious, and it worked.
Janine and Gregory opt to skip the occasion in lieu of attending the school districts annual budget meeting.
In fact, it inventively added a new element to their relationship.
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Part of why audiences have rooted for them for so many years is their down-to-earth charm.
What makes it even more satisfying is how the resolution avoids sitcom stereotypes while still changing the character dynamics.
Gregory reveals he did indeed say he loves Janine.
It may have been accidental, but he meant it.
Indeed,Abbottreally knows how to hey the fans and surprise them in the best way possible.
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