Charlene, I think I agree with almost everything you've said, except that I didn't see the part where Marie took it out on Samantha. I have a bit more sympathy for Marie than you, in the sense that I think she's one heck of a performer and deserves lots of credit for pushing it this far.

I agree about Jennie--she's become very good; she obviously started out with severe esteem issues and has probably helped herself immensely, but she has a ways to go.

Helio I loveas well, but I too think Mel should win, we need a woman this time!