After the last episode, the awesome "Little Minnesota," it was great to see the gang back at McClaren's again. This week was an episode loaded to the brim with hilarity and the plot devices that have made HIMYM so endearing. This episode perfectly encapsulated the show for me, and even if you'd never watched an episode before, this episode is one I'll show to friends who've never watched it before, that is, after "Slapbet."
So it all started with Ted and Robin deciding to sleep together to alleviate roommate stress. They are discovered (in one of the funniest moments of the episode) by Marshall, who is having problems of his own due to his inability to "read a magazine" at work. When Barney discovers Ted and Robin's secret, he flips out, continuously destroying TVs. In the end, Marshall overcomes his fear and Ted catches on to Barney's crush on Robin, ending their relationship. Unfortunately for Barney, who is ready to finally tell Robin his feelings, Robin makes it clear she doesn't want to get involved with a friend again.
The episode did the things that HIMYM is best at: combing the goofiness of friendship with a plot that is compelling. Ted's knowledge of Barney's crush will really make things interesting. This plot is far from over. The good news is, HIMYM has hit its stride in the wake of the Stella Breakup, and I like where it's heading.
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