I was pretty much of a square peg in high school. I wasn't cool enough to be in the popular clique, but I didn't really fit in with the geeks, either. So, I was a die-hard fan of Square Pegs before the first opening credits were over.

The show was a gem, even though it lasted only one season. But if you missed it, take heart. On May 20 — finally — Square Pegs will be released on DVD.

The show had a simple enough premise. Two freshmen girls, Lauren and Patty, wanted to be popular. Desperately.

Oh, did I mention that Sarah Jessica Parker played Patty? That's why Sony is releasing Square Pegs now — to coincide with Sex and the City: the Movie. This is one case in which crass commercialism makes the world a better place. … continue reading