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Howie struts his stuff in his Speedo. Taking his life in his hands, Howie allows Ivette to "adjust" his "package," fitting the fabric to him like a glove. "Howie looks as good as you can in a Speedo," squeaks newlywed April. Howie's grace and coordination are AWOL as he tries a martial arts kick, landing firmly on his "round" butt. As his housemates enjoy his antics, Howie rethinks the Speedo appeal and yearns for his board shorts.

Kaysar and Maggie happily celebrate their birthdays in tandem. Luckily, they are each given their own cakes, and more importantly, their own presents from Kmart. Kaysar scores undies and a digital music player, while Mags gets tank tops, jewelry and a "really cool electronic thing" (Maggie-speak for a music player). The two alliances celebrate their leaders' birthdays on separate sides of the table. Tummies full of cake, the "girls" lounge in the HoH Room as Ivette lobbies on James' behalf. The numbers game makes James' floater role enticing, as Ivette admits he could be a "bonus" for their side. When skeletal schemer April pipes up, saying James is not to be trusted, Ivette is resolute. Working on her "girls," she brings up his past indiscretions but counters them against the Sovereigns' attempted swindle the week prior when Ivette was up for eviction.