Man, I was just watching this week's episode over the weekend. I wondered how this show is doing...Damn. (I concur that the writer's strike screwed them.)
I love this show. I agree, not as "new" compared to the first season, but still lovely. I adore all of the characters.
It's funny that the creator may go work on "Heroes" which, imo is a big yawner right now.
(Per the article of other cancels: I don't watch Eli b/c it's way to similar to Ally McBeal, which is so 1990s;). Nor do I watch Dirty Sexy Money, and I was surprised when it came back for a second season. Although, I know people who watch it and really like it.)