Some quick Stargate thoughts
First, Cameron finally got some character development! I believe TPTB was wise to introduce Cameron gradually and let people get used to him. Babylon was a "homage" to The Last Samurai, but I think it totally worked. At the beginning Cameron seemed to be trying to measure up to the team he idolizes by taking up the "six" role that usually goes to Teal'c. He was totally trying to prove himself. IMHO, he's developing as a wily Odysseus-type guy, as opposed to Jack's Battered Soldier guy. More importantly, I feel like I'm getting to know him.
Tasty drinks - lol. OK, that was a Crichton moment. :-)
Second, re: the Gateworld Crusade spoilers. Calm down, people! TPTB has a long, venerable record of yanking shipper chains. Vala's absence could have been a lull in D/V shipper activism - but TPTB cleverly gave them something to get in a tizzy about. Remember the Sam/Daniel kiss pic two years ago? This is the same thing - whipping up the shipper buzz. No matter what the story turns out to be, I'm sure Vala will return to our galaxy unattached. TPTB has an interest in keeping the D/V lanterns lit. :-)
Tasty drinks - lol. OK, that was a Crichton moment. :-)
Second, re: the Gateworld Crusade spoilers. Calm down, people! TPTB has a long, venerable record of yanking shipper chains. Vala's absence could have been a lull in D/V shipper activism - but TPTB cleverly gave them something to get in a tizzy about. Remember the Sam/Daniel kiss pic two years ago? This is the same thing - whipping up the shipper buzz. No matter what the story turns out to be, I'm sure Vala will return to our galaxy unattached. TPTB has an interest in keeping the D/V lanterns lit. :-)