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I remember reading that she was scheduled for just eight episodes. Maybe she will return during a sweeps month. This was a very good episode for a show that is showing a consistency of quality every week.
This show is definitely "hitting its stride" now. IMO, it is the best sitcom on TV, next to Arrested Development. I also got nostalgic for Ed when I saw Tom Cavanaugh. Nice subtle tribute to John Ritter.