They gave me one episode of hope this season and then they ripped it away. After news was released recently that "Desperate Housewives" has been signed on until at least 2011, you'd think the show would be on top of its game. But no. What the heck is going on? Suddenly, Edie has a son that appears out of nowhere, yet the writers have written him in like he's been there all along. I hate when they do that! I kept thinking, "Did I miss an episode?" No, they just tossed him in like we wouldn't notice. Maybe it's because Edie's screen time is going to increase since Marcia Cross won't be doing any more episodes this season. Yeah, I know she's got a "real" life and all, and the zoomed-in head shots to hide her belly were getting a bit annoying, but it will be strange to have Bree just...gone.

They've also worked in a pregnancy for Danielle. Honestly, who cares? The Wisteria Lane children are so yawn. I don't care about Julie, Danielle, or Austin. I must admit a bit an affinity for Andrew, but his screen time is so minuscule right now. I think they don't know how to handle his "gay" storyline, but mark my words: if they un-gay him and put him together with Julie (which looks possible), I will stop watching the show. Seriously.

On top of everything else, Rex narrated the show tonight instead of Mary Alice. First off, Steven Culp cannot narrate; he just has a weak voice and no delivery. Secondly, why replace Mary Alice? This better not be permanent. I get that it gave us the "guy's" angle on the show and I did enjoy a mostly "Desperate Househusbands" show because the guys are just a little bit more interesting lately.

Last thing: When Lynette and Tom kissed and made up tonight I think I heard a collective "aww" the world over. I usually barf at the syrupy sweetness of it all, but somehow it was just endearing tonight. So one time --- and one time only --- I'm going to join the masses: "Awww."