I didn't see it as mincing, actually. I was worried that aspect of it would be way overplayed, so maybe my interpretation is colored by my expectations. But I thought DH played it well. Mind you, I'm such a fangirl that I may not be totally objective. *g*

He was harsh with Zelenka, who was so wonderfully unaffected by it. I love how he treats McKay. Plus, we got to hear Zelenka speaking Czech again. Why the hell is that so damn sexy?

And it's entirely possible that Sheppard has a little crush on Ronan.