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The Office: Shareholders Meeting

I just loved everyone’s reactions to Michael being picked up by a limo. And even more so than that, Michael first stating that town cars are better, but completely saying the opposite when he realized it really was a limo for him. I sometimes forget that The Office is set in a small town. They were all like 5-year-olds, running out to catch the ice cream truck. It was pretty amusing. And I loved Erin’s line: “It’s like what high school kids take to prom on t.v. shows.” (I went to prom in a limo…)

Oh, and poor Michael. Totally had no clue that people were there because they were mad… However, I was thoroughly entertained by Dwight’s line-choosing. It’s like traffic. Whichever lane you’re not in is always moving faster. And as soon as you move to that lane, the one you left will start moving quickly. Maybe it was especially funny because it was happening to Dwight.

I’m really curious as to how Dunder Mifflin will stay afloat. Maybe I’m an optimist, but the show wouldn’t go on if they went out of business and everyone lost their jobs. (I suppose it could be a season-ender.) But at this point, I have little concern.

Overall, not the funniest episode ever- but I LOVE this deleted scene and wish they had kept it in the episode! Enjoy!

The Office airs Thursdays at 9pm PST, on NBC.


The Office: Murder

Screen shot 2009-11-13 at 3.03.36 PMWhat keeps me going with this show are the little things. When I think about an episode as a whole, it’s not usually the funniest thing I’ve ever seen. But, the characters are so real, and the combination of them all, the little nuances, and their interaction between each other make me love watching. Seriously- who doesn’t love Dwight, and the way he reacts to Jim’s “encouragement?” Only Jim could get Dwight to beat himself up, without Dwight realizing it. And while Michael is clueless, and clearly does not know how to run a branch, his ridiculous game of murder mystery was actually a decent distraction from them potentially all losing their jobs. (Who else would get both Stanley and Angela to stay by offering a sandwich platter… and baby carrot sticks?) I loved that Creed leaves work, because, quite possibly, he really has murdered someone… And I love it when Jim actually realizes that in some way, Michael is valuable as a co-manager. Isn’t that why we’re all married? So, one of us can plan our lives out, and the other can play games and keep everyone happy? As funny as their “talking heads” were, I have to say, that is a decent description of what the balance between my parents was, and possibly the balance between my husband and me as well. But, I can’t forget to mention my absolute favorite part- when Oscar attempts to talk in a southern accent. I’m still laughing thinking about it.

This is quite irrelevant, but did anyone else notice Ryan’s glasses? For the first time ever, I actually thought he was good-looking! Remind me of your favorite part… I never remember them all by the time I sit down to blog.


The Office: Double Date

off_6009_01It’s Alisa for Elaine this week.  How funny were Dwight and Andy trying to one up each other?  And can you believe Dwight actually thought buying bagels for the office could get Jim fired or himself promoted?  You just can’t underestimate the lengths Dwight will go to to get what he wants.

And you also can’t underestimate what a jerk Michael can be.  Holy crap.  I totally understand him freaking out about her stage in life.  She obviously wasn’t interested in doing the things Michael thought he might possibly want to do but to break up with her like that is just so Michael.  Very Classy.

And then Pam hitting Michael was just too perfect.  I loved how everything calmed down and he apologized and then she hit him because Michael, being Michael, just couldn’t let it go.  He always has to have the last word.  Well certainly not this time.

And something has to be said about Ryan’s nude or at least topless photo shoots in the office with Kelly.  Where is Toby while this is going on?  I assume being those two that they are doing during business hours.  Seriously, what will they come up with next?

The Office is on Thursdays at 9pm on NBC.


The Office: Niagara

Screen shot 2009-10-09 at 11.31.59 AMThis episode will go down in my book as one of the very best! While some of it was disgusting, (the throwing up) some of it was just sad, (Jim spilling the beans on Pam’s pregnancy) and some of it was just perfect (Jim and Pam getting married on a boat before the ceremony) it all made me laugh, want to vomit, laugh, cringe, laugh, cry, and laugh some more! I will be watching it again after I finish writing this.

I have to mention the opening vomiting scene. First, it’s a good thing I’m not in my first trimester of pregnancy. Because the domino effect of puking would have gotten me as well. But it was just too funny! I was laughing so hard, while watching my husband cover his face, because he happened to sit down with his dinner to watch the show. He told me to remind him to watch the opener later when he wasn’t eating! I think part of the reason it was so funny was that Pam was being (I thought) a little ridiculous. But when Dwight blatantly ignores her requests, the look on his face is priceless as he watches everyone in the office start vomiting, followed my the look of satisfaction on Pam’s.

There were so many great “brief” moments that I have to mention: Michael attaching cans to the back if his car… and the cans being full! Michael falling asleep while driving. Oscar’s outrage at Pam’s sister thinking Kevin was Gil. Andy puncturing his scrotum. Kevin’s shoes being incinerated. Dwight having a one night stand. Michael’s gift. Dwight’s gift… getting loose. Kevin’s toupee. I know there are many many more… so remind me of any great moments I may have forgotten.

My absolute favorite part was that they ended up getting married on a boat, alone, at the bottom of Niagara Falls. Even though it may be cheesy, I’ve been there, and I really think that would be one of the most romantic places to get married! So, I loved it! I hope you enjoyed this episode as much as I did. I don’t know that we’ll see one this great for awhile!


The Office: The Meeting

Screen shot 2009-09-25 at 1.26.17 PMI thought Toby and Dwight’s sub-plot was the best part of the eipsode last night. The funny thing about Dwight- even when he’s being irrational and ridiculous, he may actually have a point. So, when he didn’t believe Darryl and his worker’s comp claim, I actually didn’t believe him either. However, my guess was that Darryl broke his foot playing football with his…uh, sister? But, Dwight’s sleuth skills were pretty funny. And even funnier was the bond he and Toby made. Does Toby finally have a real friend in the office?

The rest of the story was a little too serious for my taste. If Jim didn’t end up getting some sort of promotion, then it would have ruined his relationship with Michael, and we would have felt terrible for him! After all, he is getting married, has a baby on the way, and has worked in that same position for who knows how long. I am looking forward to seeing how Michael handles having a co-manager. As much as he likes Jim, he’ll never treat him as a professional equal. (Oh… and poor Dwight. Did you see his face? Sad.)

I don’t have much else to say, except that Michael asking Oscar how to make his colonoscopy more pleasurable was absolutely hilarious! Loved it!


The Office 6: Gossip


Well, it’s here! The beginning of a new Season of The Office! Although I consider myself an obsessed Office fan as much as the next guy, I have to say that with quite a few new shows this fall, I have been easily distracted, and I’ve been able to await this new return more patiently than normal.

I wouldn’t consider this one of the best season openers, nor was it one of the funniest episodes, but it was great nonetheless. Although I love Jim and Pam, with a pregnancy this season, and a wedding to plan, I fear I may get bored with their relationship. So, I’m hoping for, and looking forward to, some drama with other characters. Poor Stanley… or really, poor Teri.

I did love some of the gossip that Michael made up. Andy being gay is really not too far fetched. But the best part was that he didn’t know! (And probably still won’t…) I did laugh at Jim’s advice. “Go have sex with a woman… and then a man.” And Toby’s rumor was probably my favorite, about being a virgin! Hope you enjoyed the season premiere! I have no doubt there will be great episodes to come!


The Office Season 5 Finale: Company Picnic

office_castI apologize for not writing about The Office in quite awhile. (Thursdays are my busiest tv night.) However, seeing as it was the Season Finale, I can’t not blog about it.

I just loved that Michael and Holly were reunited. There is no denying that those two are made for each other! So, now that things are good with Jim and Pam, I’m waiting around for Michael to get his happy ending. (I have a feeling they might drag it out for awhile…)

Another thing worth mentioning is how awesome the opener was. Some of my favorite moments happen when everyone in the office joins together to do something… anything. In this case, it was tiptoeing around the office, shoeless, changing all the clocks and watches so they could trick Michael into letting them leave early. Classic!

You know that feeling when you see a couple and think, “There’s someone for everyone.”? That’s exactly how I felt when they showed Toby and his friend. It was another Toby! That just warmed my heart.

And lastly, Pam is pregnant!!! What?! What a great ending to a great season. As always, I can’t wait for September, when the DVD comes out, packed with deleted scenes, commentary, and hopefully some fun, little extras.


The Office: Broke

Well, I was SO happy with this episode! I feel like episodes recently haven’t been as funny as usual. But the last couple weeks have been great episodes- up there with some of the best.

First, wasn’t it the best to see Charles sucking up to David Wallace? I just love Jim’s reaction- and his 4 second kissing noise. And even better to see Charles realize (in front of Wallace) what an idiot Dwight is. Speaking of idiots, does anyone else totally want Jim’s ring tone of Dwight saying “idiot, idiot, idiot?”

But, beyond that, Jim is my hero! I loved how he basically got everyone’s jobs back. And without having to lie about it. And by making Dwight look more like an idiot. He just had to get Michael to realize what to do and not be an idiot as well. (Apparently, idiots are the theme this week.) But Michael definitely gets props this week too… A. For not succumbing to temptation and admitting he was broke. And B. For realizing how much more important it is for them to have jobs instead of $20,000! I can’t wait to see how things fall back in place, and especially to see how Pam does as a saleswoman. (Everything’s right in the world again!)

Watch The Office with me Thursday night at 9pm PST, on NBC.