By Annie Russell
Assistant Features Editor
There aren’t enough words to describe the ABC family series The Middle.
The show is centered around a middle class American family of five.
It shows the struggles, and ups and downs of life through a comedic way.
By the end of each episode there is always a life lesson to be learned.
I came across this show about a year ago when I was studying.
I just remember looking up and seeing this girl with braces and mixed matched clothes, filled to the top with energy.
After watching a few of the episodes I really took an interest in the show.
It wasn’t just another sitcom with funny jokes it had a message of the importance of family.
All five of the main cast is very relatable to most families. The two oldest kids Axl and Sue are now going through college and trying to figure out their path in life.
Similar to Axl, I know a lot of students will second guess what they want to do with their major.
And like Sue, some students new to college will struggle making friends.
The show throws a lot of situations and problems at the Heck family, but they make it through one step at a time.
This show gives a perspective that life is what you make it.
I find Sue Heck to be a great role model for a lot of teens and college students. She has the worst luck but goes through life with an optimistic attitude.
In the last few episodes the writers show how Sue is adapting to the college scene.
It reminded me of my first semester at CSU Northridge, which was the worst semester ever. Much like Sue, my roommates and I did not get along. I struggled to make friends and being away from home for the first time really took a toll on me.
Sue at one point broke down and wanted to come back home after a few bad experiences. But with the advice of her brother Axl she decided to stay and things started to get better.
Watching this episode reminded me that a lot of students become overwhelmed in college.
It’s important to remember to stay positive and keep trying to be successful in life.
The show is now on its seventh season with new episodes premiering every Wednesday night at 8/7 central on ABC Family.
