i really like it. but i can't stand her mother!

This was like a jump the shark episode, though really sad content, just way too dramatic and unbelievable.1. There should NEVER EVER be supernatural elements in these sorts of shows, particularly for the demographic of my so-called life, it's not like we cynics that like the show are all of sudden gonna be like WE BELIEVE! But it seems like a 90's/early 90's gimmick since I remember Full House, I think Family Matters, Growing Pains doing this sort of thing for the christmas episode. But then again, those shows can't even compare to So-called life.2. It stinks of a PSA that preaches Christianity and Helping Others. There's a subtler way to do it without making the audience feel like idiots.3. Too too dramatic. A lot of the people were out of character. Like Jordan would never be that sympathetic. Not that he isn't nice, but he's the sort of person that wouldn't openly show that he cared.

I don't like gimmicks with ghosts and angles in a true to life show.
I love ghosts and angels in fantasy and sci-fi, where the show follows its own set of internal rules and logic. But dammit, I was still totally moved by the sentiment. I love My So Called Life because I grew up with these characters and the main actors, who incidentally saved this episode. The trouble with adding fantastic elements to a show like this, is it runs the risk of losing its grit and realism. It almost mocks the audience by saying, look anything can happen on this show and you should automatically buy into it and feel the way WE want you to feel.Viewers did not need to be manipulated by a homeless angel (who clearly could not act), in order for us to empathize with homelessness, Ricky or Brian.THE MOTHER: She is irritating and a bit of a classist bigot. And she is perfect in this show!
She would do anything for her kids. She is a realistic character. Why must we always like everyone on television. I love the fact she (they) would not let Ricky stay. I have met parents who are good people, but their fear and ignorance and the desire to protect their own family come first. She is flawed. Just like everyone else on the planet.

1) The only good parts in this episode were when Jordan Catalano walks down the hall and offers to drive Angela to Ricky. He so sexy.
2) When Brian calls the Help-line and starts crying and Reyanne helps him.
Those are the only really good parts in this episode.