[s5e8] Frame: Toby

: Pam becomes frustrated by a "saucy mess" in the office microwave and leaves an anonymous note, which the rest of the staff finds condescending and "holier-than-thou".

: Michael’s iconic scream of "NO! GOD! NO, GOD, PLEASE NO!" upon seeing Toby at his desk is one of the show's most famous reactions. [S5E8] Frame Toby

: In a major series milestone, Jim surprises Pam by revealing he bought his parents' old house—complete with shag carpeting and a creepy clown painting—to be their future home. Key Moments & Quotes : Pam becomes frustrated by a "saucy mess"

is the ninth episode of the fifth season of The Office (Episode 81 overall), originally airing on November 20, 2008. Written by Mindy Kaling and directed by Jason Reitman, it centers on Michael Scott’s irrational, visceral reaction to the return of his HR nemesis, Toby Flenderson. Plot Summary NO, GOD, PLEASE NO

: After David Wallace explains that Toby can only be fired "for cause," Michael and Dwight attempt to manufacture a crime. After failed attempts at inciting violence or sexual harassment, Michael buys "marijuana" for $500 from warehouse workers (which turns out to be caprese salad in a bag) and plants it in Toby's desk.

: Michael describes trying to be friends with Toby as "trying to be friends with an evil snail".