When Amanda was well into her "pity me!" tribal council act, I was busting a gut and saying, "best episode ever!!!" She was awesome. I cannot believe how well that whole thing was set up -- starting with the fact that the idol was not on exile island so Amanda could come back and show off the fact that she did not have the idol... yet.
The reaction of the jury was certainly worth noting. They adore Amanda. In fact, I think their admiration for Amanda is so great that they may now like Parvati a little bit more for merely being Amanda's sidekick in this little venture. If Parvati wins, look back on this tribal council as the one that began to bring the jury back on her side.
Unless she goes on an immunity tear, I think Amanda is going to be toast soon. no one stands a chance against her if she reaches the jury vote-- that much is clear.
It will be interesting to see where the lines are drawn next week. Will Parvati stick with Amanda even though she knows Amanda beats her at the end? Will Cerie get back with Amanda and Parvati? I doubt it. I think both of them will be looking for ways to get Amanda out!
Also, I am still mystified as to why Amanda and Parv took out Alexis instead of Nathalie, who is a far more potent physical threat. Strange. Maybe they felt pity on Alexis for her knee? I dunno. I also consider Nathalie more of a strategic threat. Hmmmm.
--Jason "bummed to see James go, but you could see it coming a mile away" Evans