If there was any doubt that Frasier was a good addition to the cast, it's gone by the end of this episode. This could only work as a Sam-Diane-Frasier episode, and each player brings something to the party.
Diane moving in with Frasier seems to upset Diane more than it does Sam, and her anxiety is manifested as an allergy to Frasier's dog Pavlov. Diane goes through a series of sniffles, sneezing and stuffiness, culminating in a bizarre voice change. (Long adds funny voices to her comedic reepertoire here, and her timing is perfect.) Frasier tries to be understanding of Diane's plight but can't hide his annoyance. Sam, of course, is smug about the whole thing.
The subplot involves a series of gag gifts for Carla's birthday. It's nothing special, but it's pretty funny.
Diane moving in with Frasier seems to upset Diane more than it does Sam, and her anxiety is manifested as an allergy to Frasier's dog Pavlov. Diane goes through a series of sniffles, sneezing and stuffiness, culminating in a bizarre voice change. (Long adds funny voices to her comedic reepertoire here, and her timing is perfect.) Frasier tries to be understanding of Diane's plight but can't hide his annoyance. Sam, of course, is smug about the whole thing.
The subplot involves a series of gag gifts for Carla's birthday. It's nothing special, but it's pretty funny.