I don't feel like this drama gets enough credit. I marathoned this drama in under a week and really enjoyed it. Yes, the last 4 episodes, when the story begins to focus a bit more on Cha Mi Rae's terminal illness rather than the family drama, does get a bit depressing, but it *had* to happen. And you know that going into the drama - it says she's terminally ill in the synopsis! The entire story was heartwarming with no severe villain (some people you want to punch in the mouth at times, but in the end, everyone has their redemption). I *did* get a little exasperated with how Cha Mi Rae tried to "protect" Han Yeol and Sa Rang, but she too comes around and realizes her flawed mentality.

Over the course of the first 12 episodes, I fell in-love with each character of the family and wanted the best for them. It was excellent writing because by the time it came to deal with Cha Mi Rae's illness, my heart broke, as it should. I cried for the characters a couple of times for sure. The acting was superb! BUTTTTTT the ending was still happy (NOT bittersweet in my opinion). By the end of this drama, you happily accept that we don't know what tomorrow brings and so don't waste time - embrace those you love while you can. A humbling yet happy message.

I loved that each episode had me laughing and the story didn't get too melodramatic. Sure, some things weren't necessarily realistic, but I wasn't expecting that either (if you watch the trailer, you'd known that this isn't a terribly melodramatic drama). I also LOVED all the comedic sound effects added to many of the scenes - definitely helped lighten the tone and communicate more cheer. :D While some people may have mentioned those noises as being immature and distracting, I found them uplifting and cheerful and they helped balance the sadder concepts of the drama.

The music in Super Daddy Yeol is absolutely mesmerizing! For those of you who are wondering what song Han Yeol's father plays on the saxophone (episode 9) it is called "Lonely People" by Lee Jung Sun (nearly impossible to identify!). I can't stop listening to it and absolutely love it!

I've never seen Lee Dong Gun before this drama, but I really enjoyed his acting. He was wonderful to watch grow from a bachelor to a father.
Lee Yoo Ri was the only reason why I found out about this drama. I still adore her acting! She's amazing! One of my favorites! And so gorgeous! I'd also like to mention that her hairstyle in the second half (the blunt thick bangs) of the drama really reminds me of Jung Eun Ji (in a good way - I adore her too!).
Lee Re also did a great job! I saw her in Come Back Mister first (she's younger here) and even with this being an earlier performance, she did a great job! I can't wait to watch her grow and see her in more mature roles!
Really, all the actors did a wonderful job, but those were my big shout-outs.

Don't let the rating of this drama deter you from giving it a shot. It's a great drama that leaves you satisfied, cheerful, and optimistic. While everything isn't explained and the plot/some characters are flawed, it's genuinely enjoyable. The characters are relatable and FUNNY and they GROW as individuals.

***I would recommend this drama to people who enjoyed Shopping King Louie and Reply 1997.