The pacing is almost totally random, as is most of what makes up this anime, but it all seems to have a purpose: to give a glimpse into the minds of girls that age, albeit a bit exaggerated for comedic effect. I will admit that this is my first look at "Slice of Life" style anime, but I'm familiar with the "anything goes" style from seeing FLCL countless times.
Even with the randomness of it all, I've grown quite fond of the characters (save for a couple, but they're just as necessary I think). Chiyo is the daughter any father would pray to have. Her youthful innocence really tugs at the heart. Osaka, though I wouldn't call her my favorite, really reminds me of how I used to be at that age. My heart, though, really goes out to Sakaki. She loves animals (well, anything cute, really). Unfortunately, her biggest love is cats, yet they don't appear to feel the same. Chiyo's dog seems to be ok with her, but no cat will have any part of her (unless they tear it off with claws or teeth). Being a cat person myself, I can understand her pain.
Tomo is irritating, but she's a necessary character...she balances Sakaki's calm and quiet presence and EVERYONE has known someone just like her in school.
My only real advice is this: try to remember your times in junior and early senior high school (for those of us more than a couple years past graduation, at least). If you can put yourself into that mindset, watching this series is a joy. Try to think too hard or maintain an adult's perspective, you're likely to lose a few brain cells. I didn't realize that when I started this, so I'm speaking from experience. Just sayin'...
Good, clean fun with a chaotic, youthful energy. Very much recommended for the young at heart and the chaotically-minded.
KAWAII!!!!!!!!!!!! o.O
