The Staples stuff was boring, they could've done so much more with that. As has been typical with this season, there were way too many sentimental, quiet, unfunny scenes. I agree they could have done more with the Staples stuff, but it is only a half-hour show. I don't think that there have been more sentimental scenes this season. The sappy scenes are usually broken up with something funny. for example, Pam crying in the hall last week and Dwight asking her if she's PMSing. I liked Jim re-instating his feelings for Pam at the end. Gotta root for Jim. These are the storylines I can personally do without. Then again, It doesn't take up more that a minute of the show usually, so I can tolerate it.