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is the 18th episode of the fifth season of How I Met Your Mother . It is widely remembered for its central conflict regarding the group's photo tradition and the debut of one of the show's most popular running gags: Barney Stinson’s inability to take a bad photograph. Summary of the Conflict

“I think Ted was in the wrong. But honestly, I did not like Marshall yelling at the girl to get out... She just baked a cake for y'all.” Reddit · r/HIMYM · 1 year ago [S5E18] Say Cheese

Watch this detailed reaction and discussion to see why the photography gags and Ted's relationship choices make this a standout episode: is the 18th episode of the fifth season

Lily reveals she has a photo album filled with group shots that are ruined by Ted's fleeting ex-girlfriends. She actively tries to keep Lori out of the "official" group photo to avoid having to use her "skank removal" Photoshop skills later. But honestly, I did not like Marshall yelling

Critics from The A.V. Club gave it a B+ , while IGN rated it 7.8/10 .

Ted argues that these women are part of his journey and his family (the gang) should be more welcoming. He feels Lily is being overly exclusive.

The primary plot revolves around Lily’s birthday celebration. Tensions rise when Ted brings a date named Lori to the intimate dinner, a woman Lily suspects will just be another "random" girl who eventually disappears from their lives.