This week’s episode of Glee was penned by none other than Chris Colfer, who not only plays the character Kurt on the show, but has previous writing experience of scripts and books.

When Colfer announced he would be writing for the show, the fans went crazy — which seems only reasonable considering that over the past two years we’ve been deprived of consistently good story lines and episodes. But did Colfer deliver? Yes, yes he did.

1) The one thing that really stood out in this episode was the mention of past story lines and events. Whilst the writers of Glee usually feel content to adjust these as they please (sorry, how old is Blaine again?), this week saw Sam’s past being brought up in a fitting, plot relevant way.

Frustrated at Mercedes’ opinion that he can’t look after a dog, he proceeds to list all the ways he helped his family when they lost everything two years ago. In addition to Sam, Kurt brings up his mother’s death when he was just eight years old. It’s references like these that let the audience remember all those beautiful, heartwarming stories Glee told in seasons long ago.

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2) In addition to mentioning past stories, Colfer set up some pretty interesting scenarios for the future. It’s uncertain whether they’ll be used or not, but Santana’s new interest in PR certainly seems fitting to her character. Want to get paid for bossing people around and hanging out with celebrities? Santana does.

3) Proper couple conversations. Despite their arguments over the adorable puppy Sam brought home, Samcedes is still sailing strong. Why? Actual deep conversations that aren’t brought about by some unrealistic, overdramatized argument. It’s rare Glee ever gives us a conversation between a couple that balances a disagreement and the couple’s love, but Samcedes managed it. Plus, the audience was left feeling confident in their love without having to be promised they’re having make-up sex. (Not that I’m complaining about Kurt and Blaine’s ever more frequent lovemaking.)

4) The scene of Rachel only having Kurt as her friend when it suits her. Kurt, who has always been fiercely independent, has been seemingly ever more exploited by Rachel’s growing self-centered, selfish behavior. Until now. This time Kurt’s quick to let her know what a bad friend she’s becoming, just like his old, bluntly truthful self. Whether Rachel changes her behavior for good is yet to be seen.

5) Remember when Glee was a comedy? Colfer does. We’re back to fun, lighthearted episodes which balance the comedic and dramatic parts of Glee. Whether it’s Santana’s judgmental quips or the awkwardness of Kurt skating over Peter Pan’s death — “She dropped…She dropped out.” Glee was its much needed comedic self once more.

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6) Dogs and elderly people. No explanation needed.

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To conclude, we need more episodes like last night’s. While the episodes this season have been surprisingly good, with the comedy slowly returning, we all remember the second half of season 4. That is, if you managed to stay awake in those episodes. This week’s Glee (read our recap) was refreshing and enjoyable with Colfer writing the script.

Hopefully, it won’t be the last time.