We all know that your show will survive it's ratings no matter what the writers, producers, etc decide to do. However, for once it would be nice that you would honor the viewer's choice and bring back Grant Aleksander. The timing is perfect . . let him be the author of Springfield Burns. Negotiate a deal and get back the actor we love seeing! He really is an integral part of the show. I personally record the show and watch in the evening but since Phillip's departure I fast forward through a large portion of the show. The creativity in storylines is lacking greatly from it's past and the new actors are certainly not as impressive as someone like Grant!!! Spice it up GL . . show what you're made of!!! Honor the fans and get the man back!!! Then you could get some storylines that would really pop!!!