Hey Soj, I agree, Spike is a hoot.....he's got that shit-eating grin going on most of the time.....and I also like grapes in my chicken salad...with lots of pecans, too.....not so much olives, but dillweed is great as a seasoning....
But, when the competition is down to seven, you need to get creative while screwing the others!
...as you say, though, the others were morons for standing up there being so mean and miserable when we've all seen the judges be partial to those who are nice to them and give them the "respect" they feel they deserve.....but, I must admit, after going 24 hours without sleep, I'm not the sharpest cheddar in the kitchen....
...does your Sam ever smile?....he is such a somber fellow.....