I have to admit that as much as I love Amy Poehler, I had very low expectations for her new sitcom, Parks and Recreation, which premiered a few minutes ago. It was created by the same people who brought us The Office, which worried me because I really don't like The Office. I do not usually like documentary-style television shows, but I did not mind it as much as usual with Parks and Recreation.The show takes place in Pawnee, Indiana (not a real place) and Poehler's character, Leslie, works in the parks and recreation department of the city government. The basis for the show is that there is this empty lot that a few years ago was bought with the idea of it being turned into condos. But when the developer went bankrupt, the land was left half completed. There is a large pit in the middle of the land and one neighbor in particular thinks it is dangerous. At a City forum meeting, Leslie vows to fix the situation and put a park on the land. Though she is told by numerous people that she should not try to and despite not having the means, Leslie gets her boss to give her access to the plot of land.
Poehler's character is quite refreshing. She thinks she is much more important than she really is, even comparing herself to Sarah Palin and Nancy Pelosi, but this oblivion makes her funny. Also, she is humorous without being over the top.
Overall, I enjoyed the show. Will I watch every week? Probably not, but I am glad I experienced it this once and I am also glad to announce that I was not disappointed. I may not have laughed out loud, but I did smile a few times. What about you - did you watch? Will you watch next week? Let me know if you were please or disappointed.
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