The Office Season 5 Thread - Page 7

Raiders Army · 03-27-2009, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ISiddiqui

Saleswoman Pam!!

Pam always has been someone who wanted to do more and has probably been the nicest person on the show to Michael (aside from Holly)

I always thought she was a little slutty and weak as a character. I'd almost think that the writers were misogynists due to their portrayals of the women on the show.

ISiddiqui · 03-27-2009, 10:30 PM

Slutty? Are we going to get into that ridiculous argument where you are the only one in this entire forum who thinks Pam is slutty?

larrymcg421 · 03-27-2009, 10:36 PM

In what universe is Pam slutty?

ISiddiqui · 03-27-2009, 10:50 PM

Apparently because she kissed Jim while dating Roy. Yes, cheaters are not good people, but slutty? That's a bit silly.

DanGarion · 03-27-2009, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ISiddiqui

Slutty? Are we going to get into that ridiculous argument where you are the only one in this entire forum who thinks Pam is slutty?

Again...

Raiders Army · 03-28-2009, 06:49 AM

*shrug* My opinion.

Comey · 03-28-2009, 08:45 PM

Sure it is. It's just one that has no basis in any part of the definition of the word. I mean, she had no idea what the dating world was like, and had to be convinced to buy nicer clothes and actually unbutton one button because that's the custom nowadays.

And, remember...she didn't initiate the physicality with Jim. She walked away from it. She kissed back, but it was obvious she had feelings for him.

If Pam's a slut, Angela must be the kinkiest woman you've ever seen. She licks cats and has sex in her office! ; )

Lorena · 03-30-2009, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by DeToxRox

Nothing makes me happier then Stringer Bell making Jim feel like a little bitch.

Ant and I keep saying he's playing Stringer Bell in an office environment. How about the part where Michael came back and Stringer Bell basically threatened to kick his ass? LOLOL, man that was hilarious.

I love the line, "I have that affect on women" after Kelly and Angela go in the conference room to talk to him. What a great addition to the cast.

ISiddiqui · 03-30-2009, 08:55 AM

Of course the new VP is a total ass. I can just imagine the disaster the introduction of such a boss would have in my work environment.

DeToxRox · 04-09-2009, 12:42 PM

Remember, two new episodes tonight, one at 8 and one at 9.

MizzouRah · 04-09-2009, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by DeToxRox

Remember, two new episodes tonight, one at 8 and one at 9.

Sweet!

Logan · 04-09-2009, 01:59 PM

I like when the networks don't even try to mask their intentions.

DeToxRox · 04-09-2009, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Logan

I like when the networks don't even try to mask their intentions.

I'm assuming you mean to get people to watch the POS show sandwhiched between the two new episodes?

Ronnie Dobbs2 · 04-09-2009, 02:02 PM

I have high hopes for it.

KenTremendous is behind it, and Aziz Ansari is really funny.

albionmoonlight · 04-09-2009, 02:50 PM

A lot of people must think that Amy P is funny based on how much she is in things. I just don't get her. I don't find her very funny at all.

ISiddiqui · 04-09-2009, 03:33 PM

I thought she's hilarious, but whatev

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Logan · 04-09-2009, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by DeToxRox

I'm assuming you mean to get people to watch the POS show sandwhiched between the two new episodes?

Yes, they're not even taking a shot that people will see The Office end and just stick around for her show. They think people are so lazy that they would rather watch it and wait for episode 2 than find the remote to change the channel.

I mean, NBC is probably right...

Danny · 04-09-2009, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by albionmoonlight

A lot of people must think that Amy P is funny based on how much she is in things. I just don't get her. I don't find her very funny at all.

i cant stand her

terpkristin · 04-09-2009, 07:41 PM

Yeah, first episode of The Office kind of sucked and so far Parks and Rec sucks.

Bleh.

/tk

terpkristin · 04-09-2009, 08:26 PM

Dola,
Second episode of The Office was better, but I really don't know that I care about the twists the story is taking.

And why is Jim all of a sudden a doofus who knows nothing?

/tk

Flasch186 · 04-09-2009, 08:28 PM

Im sorry,

the office break room musical was one of the best scenes this show has ever had that I can remember.

Swaggs · 04-09-2009, 09:45 PM

I actually like the plot diversion of the new company. Things were getting a bit stale and now they have been shaken up a bit. First episode was a bit draggy (but necessary to move the plot along), but the second was much better. I loved the musical showdown (and that much more because it was Country Roads

) and, sadly, the repeated flushings were funny to me every time.

Comey · 04-09-2009, 10:00 PM

I think it's interesting that Dwight has the upper hand now against Jim. He's not a doofus as said, but, against someone lined up more like Dwight (rigid, by-the-book, which Michael or even David Wallace is not), Jim just can't do anything right.

As far as P&R goes...it's just Michael and Pam with the gender roles reversed. I just don't care to have Amy Poehler crammed down my throat, especially when she can't pull off the same style that Steve Carrell has done with Michael Scott.

Crapshoot · 04-10-2009, 12:09 AM

I don't know what's with you guys - I loved these episodes.

samifan24 · 04-10-2009, 12:40 AM

I like the way that Jim comes off looking stupid now. I think it's more realistic. He's a slacker and always has been. The new boss is more like Dwight, you guys are right, he's by the book and wants things done his way and I think his presence is a real wakeup call for Jim. I think Jim will either be fired or join Michael's new company by the end of the season.

Swaggs · 04-10-2009, 09:31 AM

I'll be surprised if the plot isn't that Michael's company does reasonably well and is then purchased by Dunder-Mifflin.

DeToxRox · 04-10-2009, 11:02 AM

Stringer Bell is awesome. Tis all.

Tasan · 04-10-2009, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Swaggs

I'll be surprised if the plot isn't that Michael's company does reasonably well and is then purchased by Dunder-Mifflin.

Or, that the new guy runs the Scranton Dunder-Mifflin into the ground, and Michael hires everyone because his new company is being moderately successful. They always refer to Michael's old sales record. He apparently was good at that, so there is a possibility.

Logan · 04-10-2009, 11:40 AM

Stringer was definitely trying to destroy Jim with that ball that hit Phyllis in the grill.

Kodos · 04-10-2009, 11:58 AM

I was envisioning Dunder-Mifflin doing crappy in Michael's absence due to poor chemistry, and him being asked to come back later.

stevew · 04-10-2009, 02:26 PM

Did anyone else catch that Ryan was watching Flea Market Montgomery(its just like a mini mall!) on youtube?

samifan24 · 04-10-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by stevew

Did anyone else catch that Ryan was watching Flea Market Montgomery(its just like a mini mall!) on youtube?

Yeah that's the singing guy in the store, right?

ISiddiqui · 04-10-2009, 10:02 PM

Awesome, awesome couple of episodes! The MSPC really was a good shake up to the series (for as long as it lasts - I think they'll get bought out by DM as well, btw).

Office dueling banjos was great, but the best part is that they were both fighting to impress Kelly Erin (who was), but ended up really enjoying jamming with each other that they ended up ignoring her. The romantic rivalry ended up strengthening their bond

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Galaxy · 04-10-2009, 11:27 PM

With Michael having his own company now, do you see Holly some how coming back in some way?

Raiders Army · 04-11-2009, 07:26 AM

"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. -Wayne Gretzky"
-Michael Scott

That was awesome.

Raiders Army · 04-11-2009, 07:31 AM

dola, some other random thoughts:

I think they're really setting it up to have Jim leave Dunder Mifflin next.
It was great re-appearances by Vikrum and the wheelchair guy.
Pam made the first sale! Ryan has still not sold any paper.
I like Dwight and Andy's relationship now.

Barkeep49 · 04-11-2009, 09:06 AM

I am also thinking that Dunder Mifflin will end up buying out MSPC
I really like the way they've evolved Andy's character. He's still the same guy, but having him be loser Andy rather than angry Andy is a nice evolution and has created some neat moments.
I liked seeing the strengthening of Andy's and Dwight's friendship despite being tested by a woman
Like RA, I also love the fact that Ryan still hasn't sold any paper
I enjoyed the new opening credits

DeToxRox · 04-11-2009, 09:46 AM

Andy and Dwight's bromance is awesome.

Swaggs · 04-11-2009, 10:26 AM

The opening credits were pretty funny. I'm guessing it is a temporary thing, but it was good for making my wife go, "WTF?"

MizzouRah · 04-11-2009, 10:31 AM

I've stayed away from this thread until I had the chance to watch these two episodes.. I'm liking the direction the show is taking.. didn't at first though.

I loved it when Michael was trying to parallel park... good stuff.

INDalltheway · 04-11-2009, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by DeToxRox

Andy and Dwight's bromance is awesome.

+1

I do definitely miss Michael in the Dunder-Mifflin office setting, but it has definitely freshened up the show and opened new possibilities.

kingfc22 · 04-11-2009, 03:11 PM

No mention yet of Kevin answering the phones then chasing down the transferred calls desk to desk. That had me rolling.

Galaxy · 04-11-2009, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by kingfc22

No mention yet of Kevin answering the phones then chasing down the transferred calls desk to desk. That had me rolling.

That was great.

Raiders Army · 04-12-2009, 01:05 PM

Brian Baumgartner tweeted that he read the script for the season finale and it's also their 100th ep.

terpkristin · 04-12-2009, 07:05 PM

Alright, I re-watched both episodes from Thursday once I got home, while catching up on my DVR backlog.

For the first episode, I enjoyed Kevin as receptionist, glad they didn't overplay it. But, I still wasn't a fan of most of the rest of the episode. Admittedly, I've been super busy for most of this season and have missed a lot of episodes, but I'm just not getting into the story as much this season.

In the second episode, I really liked the Andy/Dwight relationship (especially the "dueling banjos"). But, Dwight is still creepy when he flirts. and Andy is just embarrassing when he flirts.

I think this is going to end up that DM is going to flounder and beg for Michael to come back, and he'll come back stronger for it.

/tk

GrantDawg · 04-14-2009, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by terpkristin

I think this is going to end up that DM is going to flounder and beg for Michael to come back, and he'll come back stronger for it.

Yeah. We still haven't seen it, but within the next episode or two I think we'll see that the branch's sales number drop dramatically. Corporate is going to figure out it was Micheal's sales that are missing, and the new manager will not be able to make it up. I imagine things will get super uncomfortable as the new manager tries to crack down hard, which will end up backfiring. Then DM will hire Micheal back and fire the regional manager. My guess on the story arch. I could be wrong (that is the great thing about this show. Sometimes you can see it coming, then sometimes you get absolutely blind-sided).

panerd · 04-14-2009, 07:19 AM

I enjoyed Stringer giving it to McNulty and now am really enjoying Stringer giving it to Jim. I don't really have anything against his character either I just thought the "cool" Jim was getting a little stale and it is fun to watch him try the exact same antics with Stringer and get shot down. Plus this Jim seems to be a lot more in tune with the original Tim BBC character. That guy lived with his mom and had no friends and it was easier to see why Dawn (Pam) would have a tough decision to make to leave her finance. The American Pam seemed to be leaving for a guy that was better in every possible sense.

MizzouRah · 04-24-2009, 08:12 AM

Interesting episode...

StLee · 04-24-2009, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

Interesting episode...

Yeah, the Michael Scott Paper Company sure didn't last long, did it? Well, back to the same old same old.

I got a kick out of the Korean church van, especially since I live in Korea. That part was funny to me, especially seeing that the MSPC employees gave up on telling the Korean lady that the church van wasn't actually taking her to church.

Raiders Army · 04-24-2009, 08:48 PM

I don't care if he killed his entire family, he's like a son to me.

03-27-2009, 10:30 PM	#302
ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	Slutty? Are we going to get into that ridiculous argument where you are the only one in this entire forum who thinks Pam is slutty? __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

03-27-2009, 10:36 PM	#303
larrymcg421 Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Georgia	In what universe is Pam slutty? __________________ Top 10 Songs of the Year 1955-Present (1976 Added) Franchise Portfolio Draft Winner Fictional Character Draft Winner Television Family Draft Winner Build Your Own Hollywood Studio Draft Winner

03-27-2009, 10:50 PM	#304
ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	Apparently because she kissed Jim while dating Roy. Yes, cheaters are not good people, but slutty? That's a bit silly. __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

03-28-2009, 08:45 PM	#307
Comey College Starter Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CT via PA via CA via PA	Sure it is. It's just one that has no basis in any part of the definition of the word. I mean, she had no idea what the dating world was like, and had to be convinced to buy nicer clothes and actually unbutton one button because that's the custom nowadays. And, remember...she didn't initiate the physicality with Jim. She walked away from it. She kissed back, but it was obvious she had feelings for him. If Pam's a slut, Angela must be the kinkiest woman you've ever seen. She licks cats and has sex in her office! ; ) __________________

03-30-2009, 08:55 AM	#309
ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	Of course the new VP is a total ass. I can just imagine the disaster the introduction of such a boss would have in my work environment. __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

03-28-2009, 06:49 AM	#306
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	shrug My opinion.

04-09-2009, 12:42 PM	#310
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	Remember, two new episodes tonight, one at 8 and one at 9.

04-09-2009, 01:59 PM	#312
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	I like when the networks don't even try to mask their intentions.

04-09-2009, 02:02 PM	#314
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04-09-2009, 02:50 PM	#315
albionmoonlight Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Carolina	A lot of people must think that Amy P is funny based on how much she is in things. I just don't get her. I don't find her very funny at all.

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ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	I thought she's hilarious, but whatev . __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

04-09-2009, 07:41 PM	#319
terpkristin Grizzled Veteran Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ashburn, VA	Yeah, first episode of The Office kind of sucked and so far Parks and Rec sucks. Bleh. /tk __________________ GO TERPS! https://www.flickr.com/photos/terpkristin https://twitter.com/terpkristin

04-09-2009, 08:26 PM	#320
terpkristin Grizzled Veteran Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ashburn, VA	Dola, Second episode of The Office was better, but I really don't know that I care about the twists the story is taking. And why is Jim all of a sudden a doofus who knows nothing? /tk __________________ GO TERPS! https://www.flickr.com/photos/terpkristin https://twitter.com/terpkristin

04-09-2009, 08:28 PM	#321
Flasch186 Coordinator Join Date: May 2002 Location: Jacksonville, FL	Im sorry, the office break room musical was one of the best scenes this show has ever had that I can remember. __________________ Jacksonville-florida-homes-for-sale Putting a New Spin on Real Estate! ----------------------------------------------------------- Commissioner of the USFL USFL

04-09-2009, 09:45 PM	#322
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	I actually like the plot diversion of the new company. Things were getting a bit stale and now they have been shaken up a bit. First episode was a bit draggy (but necessary to move the plot along), but the second was much better. I loved the musical showdown (and that much more because it was Country Roads ) and, sadly, the repeated flushings were funny to me every time. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

04-09-2009, 10:00 PM	#323
Comey College Starter Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CT via PA via CA via PA	I think it's interesting that Dwight has the upper hand now against Jim. He's not a doofus as said, but, against someone lined up more like Dwight (rigid, by-the-book, which Michael or even David Wallace is not), Jim just can't do anything right. As far as P&R goes...it's just Michael and Pam with the gender roles reversed. I just don't care to have Amy Poehler crammed down my throat, especially when she can't pull off the same style that Steve Carrell has done with Michael Scott. __________________

04-10-2009, 12:09 AM	#324
Crapshoot Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Dec 2003	I don't know what's with you guys - I loved these episodes.

04-10-2009, 12:40 AM	#325
samifan24 Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: NC	I like the way that Jim comes off looking stupid now. I think it's more realistic. He's a slacker and always has been. The new boss is more like Dwight, you guys are right, he's by the book and wants things done his way and I think his presence is a real wakeup call for Jim. I think Jim will either be fired or join Michael's new company by the end of the season. __________________ "You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball...and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around all the time." -Jim Bouton

04-10-2009, 09:31 AM	#326
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	I'll be surprised if the plot isn't that Michael's company does reasonably well and is then purchased by Dunder-Mifflin. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

04-10-2009, 11:02 AM	#327
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	Stringer Bell is awesome. Tis all.

04-10-2009, 11:40 AM	#329
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	Stringer was definitely trying to destroy Jim with that ball that hit Phyllis in the grill.

04-10-2009, 11:58 AM	#330
Kodos Resident Alien Join Date: Jun 2001	I was envisioning Dunder-Mifflin doing crappy in Michael's absence due to poor chemistry, and him being asked to come back later. __________________ Author of The Bill Gates Challenge, as well as other groundbreaking dynasties.

04-10-2009, 02:26 PM	#331
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	Did anyone else catch that Ryan was watching Flea Market Montgomery(its just like a mini mall!) on youtube?

04-10-2009, 10:02 PM	#333
ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	Awesome, awesome couple of episodes! The MSPC really was a good shake up to the series (for as long as it lasts - I think they'll get bought out by DM as well, btw). Office dueling banjos was great, but the best part is that they were both fighting to impress Kelly Erin (who was), but ended up really enjoying jamming with each other that they ended up ignoring her. The romantic rivalry ended up strengthening their bond . __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

04-10-2009, 11:27 PM	#334
Galaxy Coordinator Join Date: Apr 2005	With Michael having his own company now, do you see Holly some how coming back in some way?

04-11-2009, 07:26 AM	#335
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. -Wayne Gretzky" -Michael Scott That was awesome.

04-11-2009, 07:31 AM	#336
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	dola, some other random thoughts: I think they're really setting it up to have Jim leave Dunder Mifflin next. It was great re-appearances by Vikrum and the wheelchair guy. Pam made the first sale! Ryan has still not sold any paper. I like Dwight and Andy's relationship now.

04-11-2009, 09:06 AM	#337
Barkeep49 Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Not too far away	I am also thinking that Dunder Mifflin will end up buying out MSPC I really like the way they've evolved Andy's character. He's still the same guy, but having him be loser Andy rather than angry Andy is a nice evolution and has created some neat moments. I liked seeing the strengthening of Andy's and Dwight's friendship despite being tested by a woman Like RA, I also love the fact that Ryan still hasn't sold any paper I enjoyed the new opening credits

04-11-2009, 09:46 AM	#338
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	Andy and Dwight's bromance is awesome.

04-11-2009, 10:26 AM	#339
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	The opening credits were pretty funny. I'm guessing it is a temporary thing, but it was good for making my wife go, "WTF?" __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

04-11-2009, 10:31 AM	#340
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	I've stayed away from this thread until I had the chance to watch these two episodes.. I'm liking the direction the show is taking.. didn't at first though. I loved it when Michael was trying to parallel park... good stuff.

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kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	No mention yet of Kevin answering the phones then chasing down the transferred calls desk to desk. That had me rolling. __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

04-12-2009, 01:05 PM	#344
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	Brian Baumgartner tweeted that he read the script for the season finale and it's also their 100th ep.

04-12-2009, 07:05 PM	#345
terpkristin Grizzled Veteran Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ashburn, VA	Alright, I re-watched both episodes from Thursday once I got home, while catching up on my DVR backlog. For the first episode, I enjoyed Kevin as receptionist, glad they didn't overplay it. But, I still wasn't a fan of most of the rest of the episode. Admittedly, I've been super busy for most of this season and have missed a lot of episodes, but I'm just not getting into the story as much this season. In the second episode, I really liked the Andy/Dwight relationship (especially the "dueling banjos"). But, Dwight is still creepy when he flirts. and Andy is just embarrassing when he flirts. I think this is going to end up that DM is going to flounder and beg for Michael to come back, and he'll come back stronger for it. /tk __________________ GO TERPS! https://www.flickr.com/photos/terpkristin https://twitter.com/terpkristin

04-14-2009, 07:19 AM	#347
panerd Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: St. Louis	I enjoyed Stringer giving it to McNulty and now am really enjoying Stringer giving it to Jim. I don't really have anything against his character either I just thought the "cool" Jim was getting a little stale and it is fun to watch him try the exact same antics with Stringer and get shot down. Plus this Jim seems to be a lot more in tune with the original Tim BBC character. That guy lived with his mom and had no friends and it was easier to see why Dawn (Pam) would have a tough decision to make to leave her finance. The American Pam seemed to be leaving for a guy that was better in every possible sense. Last edited by panerd : 04-14-2009 at 07:20 AM.