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Essence
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01-12-2002

Wednesday, June 09, 2004 - 10:03 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Essence a private message Print Post    
charla&mirna

"Mirna: Traveling is our number one hobby. We balance each other's strengths and weaknesses, and together we make one heck of a dynamic duo."

Charla & Mirna are first cousins from Phoenix and Towson, Maryland, respectively. Both were born in the same hospital in Syria, one month apart. They emigrated to the United States when they were young children. Charla & Mirna know that physically they are quite different, but say they "fill each other's gaps with strengths and weaknesses." In addition, between the two of them, they speak a variety of languages, including Armenian, Turkish, French and Spanish, and have traveled extensively to foreign countries.

Charla says she is married to the man of her dreams and is manager/co-owner of ten sportswear stores. She has a form of dwarfism and says she "certainly does not consider it a physical illness." In fact, she says she hopes "to show the world what I can do and break all stereotypes about dwarfs!"

Mirna is an attorney who graduated from the University of Maryland School of Law at age 23, the youngest in her class. While she describes herself as "sometimes too bossy and controlling," she blows off steam by doing some favorite activities such as running and cycling. Mirna also claims to be a frequent winner at blackjack tournaments.

Charla & Mirna describe themselves as "a unique team, definitely one of a kind, extremely comical and aggressive" and are excited about competing in THE AMAZING RACE 5 so that they can travel around the world and win.

Essence
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01-12-2002

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When and where did you meet?
Charla: We are cousins; we were born one month apart in the same hospital in Aleppo, Syria.
Mirna: Our moms are sisters, and we were born on the same day one month apart.

If you could describe your relationship in one phrase or sentence, what would it be?
Charla: We are full of laughter and always having fun.
Mirna: Sister-like, full of fun and energy.

Have you ever traveled together before? If so, what were the best and worst aspects of traveling together?
Charla: Yes, we traveled together many times, and we always have the best time because we bring excitement and laughter everywhere we go and to all the people we meet.
Mirna: Yes, we have traveled together. The best aspect is that we meet and greet new and exciting people and create laughter and joy. The worst aspect: the fun always ends too soon.

Why did you decide to team up for THE AMAZING RACE?
Charla: We both love the show, love to travel and love excitement.
Mirna: Traveling is our number one hobby. We balance each other's strengths and weaknesses, and together we make one heck of a dynamic duo.

As you begin the Race, how do you think this experience will affect your relationship?
Charla: This experience will make our relationship even stronger because we will have to depend on each other and trust one another, which will form a special bond with great memories to share for a lifetime.
Mirna: The Race will strengthen our relationship and bond, as we are forced to work together under such intense conditions.

What strengths and weaknesses do you bring to the Team?
Charla: I'm always willing to do anything fearlessly to accomplish my goals, but of course, nothing immoral or hurtful against anybody. My weakness is that I will not be able to run as fast as other people on the Race.
Mirna: I'm determined, motivated and will work without eating or sleeping to ensure victory. And I'm a fast runner. I learned how to drive a manual transmission car just before the Race began.

What strengths and weaknesses does your teammate bring to the Team?
Charla: Mirna's strength is having the physical strength to do any task, especially using her strong arms or fast legs. Mirna's weakness is that she's sometimes overly analytical.
Mirna: Charla is just as determined and motivated as me, and mentally, she is strong enough to eat any odd food. She is not as fast a runner, but will surely make up for it in other ways.