Well, that works even better. It's how Fringe got around it - apparently (don't spoil me, already spoiled badly enough as it is.)

Personally prefer the parallel universe theory, provides more leeway and room for creativity.

Speaking of Sci-Fi shows, I hunted around on your site and could not find a review of "Sanctuary" - the Amanda Tapping series on Syfy. Have you seen it? Was curious to see what you thought of it. (After a season and a half, I was less than thrilled with it - felt like a cheap version of Torchwood.)