Is anyone watching The Amazing Race this season?

[DebbieJ]

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I'm so glad that BJ and Tyler were spared last night! They are making the race fun!

The Frat Boys are just pompous jerks and I think they finally got a taste of their own medicine last night.

Fran and Barry make me smile.

MoJo is surprising me with their last leg.

Ray and Yolanda--no real opinion on them.

Who are you glad has been eliminated so far?
Who were you sad to see eliminated?
Who do you think will be next?
Who do you want to win?
Who do you think will win?

~ deb
DS born at home 12/03
2 year check up: 25 lbs with clothes on and 35 inches!
BFARed for 20 months and 6 days
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[saschalicks]

I was so so so glad to see Lake and Michelle gone. I was sad that Dani and Danielle didn't make it b/c they had spunk. I don't love Fran & Barry I don't know why. I'm so hopping BJ and Tyler make it to the final 3. They are definitely my favorites

[Corie]

I really like BJ and Tyler.
Not a big fan of MoJo or Fran and Barry.

I was sad to see the "Nerds" go. I can't remember their names.
Maybe Dave and Lori? I really liked them!
I loved his last comment: "Nerds Rule!"

I was really glad to see Lake and Michelle go. He drove
me nuts! And, when she feels like she has to explain or
justify their relationship to the world, then I feel that
something is wrong there.

I think it would be great if BJ and Tyler won!

By the way, I'm totally surprised that there hasn't been
a non-elimination round. What's the deal with that??
And, how many total non-elimination rounds are there?

[kristenk]

Yes! Yes! Yes! We're watching!

I was also happy to see Lake and Michelle go. Their bickering bothered me and I couldn't believe the things they said to each other.

I adore the hippies and really want them to win. They're generally capable (except for the last two episodes) and they have fun and are respectful of the other cultures.

Fran and Barry surprised me last night. I really am surprised that they're still in the race. They had a weak start, but are really doing well now. I'm okay with them, but like other teams more.

The frat boys are entertaining for me. I think they remind me of people I knew. I'm actually okay with them winning, but would prefer the hippies.

I don't know what to make of MoJo.

Ray and Yolanda seem to be horrible about directions (with some exceptions, of course). I'm not sure what else to say! :)

I liked the nerds. I got a bit annoyed with their level of kissiness, but they loved each other and generally got along together and with other teams.

Bottom line, I'm rooting for the hippies! I hope they do better next leg and I'm sooooooo happy that last night was a non-elimination (finally!). :)

[kristenk]

I think that there are 2 non-elimination rounds, but I'm not positive. Last night was non-elimination.

[DebbieJ]

Did you see last night when the hippies were the only team on their bus and they were impersonating Lake? It was HILARIOUS!!!

~ deb
DS born at home 12/03
2 year check up: 25 lbs with clothes on and 35 inches!
BFARed for 20 months and 6 days
(Breastfeeding After Reduction is possible! www.bfar.org)

http://www.bfar.org/members/fora/style_avatars/Ribbons/18months-bfar.jpg

[Corie]

I haven't watched last night's show yet. It's on tivo.

That is the first thing I'm doing once the kids are
in bed!! :)

[kristenk]

Oh, drat! I hope we didn't spoil too much for you. :(

[Corie]

No, don't worry about it! I was reading at my own risk! :)

Plus, I just enjoy watching them race!

[ribbit1019]

I swear they said three non elimination rounds. I haven't watched the episode yet (it is on my DVR waiting).

I am really bummed to hear the hippies came in last, but I am glad they were spared!!

Fran and Barry are endearing.

I was ssooooo happy to see Lake and Michelle go. He was really annoying me, and what was with the goofy dots on their necks below their ears during the first episode?

I was so sad to see Dave and Lori go. I found their lovey banter amusing and sweet, and not sickening as I usually would have.

Mojo reminds me too much off all the other "Model" looking couples they have had on the last couple of years. Blech.

I think that Ray and Yolanda need to keep their directions straight or they will be the next to go. I don't find them annoying though.

I want BJ and Tyler to win. They are just having so much fun!

I can see the frat boys winning. I don't like them, blah.

Again this is all based on up until last week. Hopefully DD's sickness will die down and I can watch (and maybe get some sleep, lol!)

Christy
My Waterbabies
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[dhano923]

I really want BJ and Tyler to win! I was just telling DH last night that of all the teams on the show, the hippies are the only pair that haven't been fighting or bickering with each other. They are just so happy-go-lucky that I think that's the force that drives them! I was SO happy last night when they weren't eliminated -- I actually cheered! LOL

I'm so glad Lake is gone -- his wife needs to look up the definition of VERBAL ABUSE! When he said to her "B!t(h, SHUT UP!" I was like OMG this is ridiculous, if he does this on national TV, how does he treat her at home??

Fran and Barry were annoying to me and DH in the beginning because it seemed like they always picked the detour or roadblock that they weren't capable of doing. They've finally smartened up a bit! I was very surprised to see them come in first last night, and I'm sure it was a wakeup call for all the teams.

[DebbieJ]

Two things:
1. BJ and Tyler were last because of the digging thing, but also--remember how they willingly took the later flight to Oman? They went to a different airline counter and didn't even check the info at the counter where all the other teams were! Good thing the playing field got leveled when that place didn't open til morning.

2. What are those black boxes on strings that they are wearing on their chests? I notice them when the guys take their shirts off. I'm guessing they are GPS tracking devices or something so the producers can keep track of where all the teams are.

~ deb
DS born at home 12/03
2 year check up: 25 lbs with clothes on and 35 inches!
BFARed for 20 months and 6 days
(Breastfeeding After Reduction is possible! www.bfar.org)

http://www.bfar.org/members/fora/style_avatars/Ribbons/18months-bfar.jpg

[dhano923]

I'm guessing they are the microphones.

[Corie]

I saw this in my TV Guide.

The orange pants are called Cordarounds. They are
horizontal corduroy pants. They are made by a friend
in San Francisco.

BJ and Tyler are pictured on the website.

http://www.cordarounds.com/


BJ says, "They lower wind resistance by 16.24 percent,
making us much more aerodynamic than if we were wearing
traditional corduroys. And the orange really helps bring
out our beards." :)

[mamicka]

Well, we didn't see this week's episode since Alias came back & we didn't record it (no TIVO) so I'm glad to hear that the Hippies weren't sent home.

Who are you glad has been eliminated so far? Lake & Michelle, the sisters (Joni & ?), the girls that hooked-up with the frat boys (PUKE!)
Who were you sad to see eliminated? The mother/daughter team, Dave & Lori
Who do you think will be next? I hope it's MOJO but since I didn't see this week's I'm not sure who is likely.
Who do you want to win? The Hippies, hands down. However, I wouldn't mind if Fran & Barry or Ray & Yolanda won. That would be my ideal final 3 at this point.
Who do you think will win? The Frat boys have, unfortunately, been doing well so I think they might.

Allison

[ribbit1019]

I thought I was taping Alias on the VCR and forgot to turn the darn thing off. :( Can you give me a quick summary?
I would so appreciate it!! :) :)
Christy
My Waterbabies
Maddy born 6/9/04
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Co-Owner Ribbit Baby

[DebbieJ]

Go here:
http://www.televisionwithoutpity.com/story.cgi?show=76&story=9159

~ deb
DS born at home 12/03
2 year check up: 25 lbs with clothes on and 35 inches!
BFARed for 20 months and 6 days
(Breastfeeding After Reduction is possible! www.bfar.org)

http://www.bfar.org/members/fora/style_avatars/Ribbons/18months-bfar.jpg

[mamicka]

Yup, Debbie's right. The recaps here http://www.televisionwithoutpity.com/show.cgi?show=75 are pretty good. Both S.O.S & Maternal Instinct were aired.

Happy reading :).

Allison

[babymama]

We're watching!!!

After the last season (disaster!!!), I had a hard time getting back into it.

I really, really hope BJ and Tyler win. It was really surprising seeing the one guy have such a hard time digging for the food. They usually stay so positive. I was glad that they were not eliminated.

I actually like MoJo. I've been impressed with Monica.

I like Yolanda alot - her partner (can't remember his name) acted really childish last episode.

So glad to see Lake and Michelle gone. Not only was Lake verbally abusive to his wife, he made some pretty racist comments in the first 2 episodes.

ANyway, keeping my fingers crossed that BJ and Tyler take home the million!


Lydia
Mama to Santiago, my 2 yr old monster
and new baby girl, Solana, born 12/26/05
I'll figure out how to update my avatar someday!

[Corie]

I can't believe the nastiness taking place on
the Amazing Race!


Go Ray & Yolanda!!