Also, ElDan, the great aspect of Michael's color-coding system on the back of his rolodex cards is basically, if it's highlighted in a color don't talk about it. He used green for the gay son saying: "Green means go. So go ahead and don't talk about it." Gold.

I've never seen "Belleville." I remember wanting to check it out when it came to theaters here in Alabama (for like a day after the Oscar nod), but I didn't get the chance. Is it worth making room for in a busy schedule?

I agree mattereaterlad. I think there is a strong undercurrent of bravery and resoluteness of purpose—but I've always gotten a strong feeling of loneliness from the scene as well. Despite the fact that there are multiple characters on the train, it's like the lack of dialog just hits you in the gut.

The purpose
I'm hoping that the writers will revisit this episode in the future to discuss the purpose behind the development of the chimera. I don't think it would be a stretch (and I'm surprised it didn't come up in this episode) that Massive Dynamic was involved in the creation of the monster in some tangential…

The whole conceit that people at an office become indispensable because of some sort of trait they have—rather than competence or hard work—was brilliant. I think most people have worked in an environment where some moron gets to keep their job/gets rewarded because of something completely ridiculous…like being food…

Ninja
I like the addition of the ninja at the end of the show. Barney has referred to his company's work in North Korea (and presumably the rest of Asia) several times. I also like that Barney knew they should run because "this has happened before."

Too small
I don't think the Loud N Clear is conspicuous enough. It really should be one of those headsets that makes you look like you're trying to land a plan from air traffic control.

It was refreshing to see a more realistic portrayal of police officers on a major network show. I know HBO and others have already gone that route, but network shows—as of late—have either been in the CSI mold (ultra slick where police work is characterized in the most ridiculous way possible) or Law and Order (where…

I butchered that second-to-last sentence. It should have read that you can easily make the argument that nothing—outside of your direct personal experience—can be proven to exist.

Sorry to disappoint there, Dick Dawkins, but your entire life is based on faith. It may not be a faith in God, but it is faith in something. Prove to me that black hole exists—you can't actually show it to me physically; you can only "prove" it theoretically. You have faith that the tools available prove the…

Maybe "Flock of Teen-gulls?"

Maybe this movie will spark a resurgence in Buck Rogers in the 25th Century and the crazy bird people there.

Ah, Lincolns Revenge, as Sandra Lee cuts corners, so do you by ripping off Patton Oswalt's jokes.

That's interesting thizzy, because I had much the same experience. I think that most of the audience in the screening we went to were looking for "Meet the Parents," and were sorely surprised. The folks in my theater guffawed heartily for the first few minutes, and then they became noticeably uncomfortable with the…

Any freedom I gave up when she was born was completely forgotten the first time I knew she recognized me. I'm still marginally terrified every day, but to quote snark but mean it in all earnestness, kids are definitely worth it.

I hear you policomic, but nor is the point that new mothers are all insufferably ego-maniaical about their kids.

Good stuff, Jorge. Kids are awesome. The first time my daughter looked directly at me and said "da-da" I just about lost it (in a good way).

We can still dote hobo-style PVC.

Hey Geddy—news flash for you. The new mothers in the referenced article aren't expecting strangers to come banging down the door to offer their assistance in child raising. They're looking for their own relatives' help. Lighten up.

You're probably close to the mark here, mile…but I think there is a big difference between "devoting" one's self to grandchildren and just helping out every now and again. And it appears that these glam-mas fall into the category where they refuse to do either. I've got nothing against someone who wants to live…