Following my previous article, "11 Shows That Prove TV In The '90s And Early 2000s Was The Best," I had mentioned that I believe there weren't as many good shows now compared to the 90s and early 2000s. But that is not to say that all shows that are on television now are bad. In fact, I would like to highlight a specific cartoon show called "Steven Universe."

"Steven Universe" may be the next cartoon milestone of this era. After premiering on Cartoon Network in 2013, the show has already grown a huge fan base and is loved by people of various ages. At first glance, it could be dismissed by many as a kid's show, but "Steven Universe" touches on topics that both adults and kids can comprehend.

From a story about coming of age to learning about self-identity, this show teaches many lessons that people can relate to. "Steven Universe" is also very receptive by the LGBTQ+ community as the creator, Rebecca Sugar identifies as a bisexual woman and includes LGBTQ related themes in the show. For example, the relationship shown between the gems, Ruby and Sapphire.

"Rebecca Sugar handles difficult topics in a way that children can understand without sacrificing the reality of the topic," Brianna Colon, a Steven Universe fan, said.

If you had asked me what I thought of "Steven Universe" when it first came on the air, I would've called it a stupid show with no actual plotline. But that was because I didn't actually give it a fair chance. Now I'm a huge fan of it because even though by appearance it looks like a silly show, the choice of dialogue and storyline that the show gives makes it more than it appears.

The story follows a young boy named Steven, who is raised by aliens called the Crystal Gems. He tries to find his way through life without fully knowing his mother and learning his place in the world as half-human and half-gem. Along the way, he meets friends who help him learn more about himself and also enemies who put him into desperate situations of life or death.

It can be light-hearted at times, seeing Steven enjoying doughnuts and hanging out with friends. But it can also be very heartbreaking that viewers can be in tears as they watch sad moments of Steven wanting to know who his mother was.

The show doesn't come on a regular program time. Instead, it comes out as what fans would call "StevenBombs" which is when Sugar releases multiple episodes all in a week and most of the time leaving viewers on a cliffhanger to the story's main plotline. This drives me insane but I always come back wanting more.

Compared to years ago, seeing non-heterosexual relationships or non-gender conforming characters were seen as taboo. But as time change, so do the shows we watch. Shows like "The Loud House" on Nickelodeon, where the main character's best friend is raised by two fathers, are examples of introducing a more diverse culture in what the next generation is watching on television.

"I watch Steven Universe because I can relate to the characters and I was impressed by the diversity and deeper themes it tackles," Sabrina Vargas, a fan, and member of the LGBTQ+ community, said. "The show gives me hope for the future."

The week of Independence Day marks next "StevenBomb" as it continues from the huge cliffhanger and very important plotline that left viewers in awe during season five. You do not want to miss it!