Several clear, repeated messages about work-life balance (careers are important, but not enough to sacrifice your family for), parent-child relationships (parents must love their children unconditionally, no matter what), the importance of love (it doesn't go away even if you're heartbroken), and grief (it never really goes away, but you don't need to let it consume you). Themes include compassion and empathy.
Grieving parents tell stories about their dead children. A man nearly gets in accidents on his bike. A man coughs violently and is sick. Some angry confrontations.
Flirting, references to adultery, a few couples who embrace. A character researches potential sperm donors.
Occasional strong language includes "bulls--t," "s--t," "ass," "bitch," and one "f--king," said in anger.