A coach/sitcom writer walks into a bar…

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A few years ago, I decided to write a sitcom. 

Upon hearing this, you might wonder if I have a degree in television or creative writing or the necessary experience for such an endeavor.

If you're asking the question, I'm afraid you already know the answer.

Truth is, I have what most Americans growing up in the internet age have — an outsized belief in my ability to do anything. 

Despite my lack of experience or credentials, I still believe the sitcom idea is a good one. Let me run it past you. 

The Plot

A cosmopolitan, accomplished black female attorney is tasked with escorting a white preschool-aged boy to meet a distant relative. The court temporarily awarded this distant relative custody of the boy after both of his white, uber-rich parents ended up in prison for life for a financial Ponzi scheme. After traveling with the boy, the attorney realizes the distant relative is unfit and decides to seek custody of the boy herself.

The comedic aspect of the show comes through the storytelling. I…