Old team is suspicious again

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Jason Alexander

Wednesday, September 26, 2001 - 08:19 pm Click here to edit this post
we heard how the younger groups and team Guido found out about the short cut that saved an hour or more on the train but the team of old people just happen to get off at that stop and jump ahead of 3 groups and probably save themselves for another week. Very interesting, at least they explained why they weren't shown at the Eifel tower last week.

Judy

Wednesday, September 26, 2001 - 08:26 pm Click here to edit this post
I was glad to hear of the explation as well-they must have talked to people on the train.

Leftie

Thursday, September 27, 2001 - 04:14 pm Click here to edit this post
I like the older couple - so far, they seem to be there for fun and enjoying themselves.

Kellee

Thursday, September 27, 2001 - 04:47 pm Click here to edit this post
I like them alot and hope to see them go far...cause it is kinda nice to see that no matter how old you get you can still make the cut...and they are 5th soooooooo puts them a bit further ahead!!!!

Judy

Thursday, September 27, 2001 - 04:52 pm Click here to edit this post
Did you see the previews for next week?!
Looks like Grandpa's back pack is full of viagra...:)

Sallycat

Thursday, September 27, 2001 - 07:53 pm Click here to edit this post
I think Grandma may be amorous too. Maybe it is being in France and all that amour in the air.

Cinder

Thursday, September 27, 2001 - 09:33 pm Click here to edit this post
I think the Grandparents are doing well because they ask questions. They were one of the only ones to ask about the Songwe musuem. Granted they had the advantage because of the time they left. I am guessing they asked a local the fastest way to the castle.

Fflur

Friday, September 28, 2001 - 05:26 pm Click here to edit this post
LOL Judy! I like the Grandparents because they work so well together, and they really seem to be having a good time. I loved watching Margaretta at the bungee jump/slide in episode 1...she howled with joy, and I thought that was great! These two really love life and each other.

Tbear

Wednesday, October 03, 2001 - 12:32 am Click here to edit this post
I remember someone getting off at the stop because a train usher just happened to mentioned that it would be faster.

I agree about the older couple. They don't fight, they are lovey-dovey and are having a fun time. Getting to go around the world is a dream in itself. I love their stamina. They give another outlook on older people and how old age doesn't mean the end of your good years. They are inspirational!

Starshine

Wednesday, October 03, 2001 - 11:53 am Click here to edit this post
The grandparents are my favorite! I really admire how well they are doing, how well they work together, and how much they are still in love. They don't do all the fighting other couples do. They remind me so much of my in laws! :)

Kep421

Wednesday, October 03, 2001 - 07:12 pm Click here to edit this post
Well they have lost. But, they lost the same way they have played the game, with style and grace.

I will miss them because they always made me smile!!

Muse

Wednesday, October 03, 2001 - 07:27 pm Click here to edit this post
Aw, how disappointing. I kept thinking through the whole episode that the lawyers were going to be last. I was kind of disappointed about that, too, since I like them. But Dave and Margaretta were my favorites, so it was even worse than I expected. :(

But at least they have a lot to be proud of. They got pretty far, and they maintained their cool through the whole ordeal. Even when they had the problem with the money they stayed calm and didn't fight. Loved how Margaretta said it might be the last leg of the journey for them, so they just needed to enjoy it. Such a contrast to Paul and Amie, and Lenny and Karen.

It was nice to see the other teams wishing them well, though. :) I think a lot of them were sad to see them go too.

And darn it - Team Guido is in the lead again! Grrr. I hope they head for a country where they don't have an advantage just because they speak French.

Kellee

Wednesday, October 03, 2001 - 08:33 pm Click here to edit this post
I love this team...and am soooo sad to see them walk away. I think they gave the show some class and style. Not once did we see them yell or argue. It was so good to see how well they work together. Also as a newlywed that I am it is nice to see a "REAL" marriage on TV work.

I truly believe if it hadnt been for that stupid money thing they wouldnt have placed last.

I have to say I was so happy to see the support of the other teams, the respect they had for these players. It shows how well they played the game.

Well they werent in it for the money but the experience to show their grandkids they could do anything and truly they did the most amazing thing in the race....they left with grace dignity and the respect of all the other players...that is truly winning!!!

Wcv63

Wednesday, October 03, 2001 - 09:01 pm Click here to edit this post
I too respected David and Margaretta for their amazing relationship and the way they played this game. They truly showed the love and admiration they had for each other in every word and action. The spontaneous applause they received from the other players show how much they impacted the lives of others and I was pleased that they were so highly respected by everyone. Bravo David and Margaretta for a game well played!

Fflur

Wednesday, October 03, 2001 - 09:23 pm Click here to edit this post
I too am sad to see David and Margaretta go they showed us what a loving, supportive and fun couple they are. I was getting worried when they were having trouble with cab and exchanging currancy. I did love at the end though when the other players were hugging them (even Frank!).

Annie

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 07:22 am Click here to edit this post
But did you notice that Team Guido was nowhere to be seen in the farewell to David and Margaretta? It seemed to me that they were the only team that didn't stay around to cheer on the other teams.

Annie

Fflur

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 08:57 am Click here to edit this post
Annie, you make a good point. They also didnt eat with the other teams on the ship.

Allaboutme

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 10:11 am Click here to edit this post
I saw them on the Early Show this morning and they were as gracious as ever. They said that all of the players get along very well now and that they had drinks with some last night (most likely some of the New Yorkers). I loved the cheers they got and Frank's standing ovation and statement of how much respect he had for them.

Britchick

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 10:13 am Click here to edit this post
Oh, I wish I had seen them on the Early Show, I just loved them so much. They were great, their energy and enthusiasm, their love and affection for each other and their great attitudes. They should be really proud of themselves. The very first week, when they went for the fast forward and then realised it had already gone, I thought they would be the first team out but they showed such spirit! Hurray for David and Margaretta!

Annieb2001

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 11:01 am Click here to edit this post
Rosie O'Donnell had them on this morning too. She gave them a 7 day all expense paid vacation at a 5 star hotel in Hawaii.
She is as upset with "Bert and Ernie" as the rest of us are BTW.

Muse

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 11:22 am Click here to edit this post
Really? Rosie doesn't like Bert and Ernie anymore? I didn't see her with the moms last week, but I thought people were saying that she said that she liked the frat brothers and Team Guido then... Anyway, I hope you're right - if she has them on the show she should give them a good scolding for being so nasty. :)

Britchick - I'm assuming there's footage of Davey :) and Margaretta at the CBS Early Show site. I missed it too, so I'm going to take a look right now...

Tksoard

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 02:32 pm Click here to edit this post
They were on Talk of the Town (Nashville) and they were still holding hands. Said their hands were glued together for 40 years. Things we didn't see on last nights show-They were questioned by the cops for a half hour at a road block, questioned by the cops outside of casbar? because of camera crew, questioned by the cops with the money thing because it is illegal to exchange money in public. It just wasn't their day. All you need is stamina and he got his from chasing her around at night, and sometimes, he can't catch her!! (we won't go there) All the groups are just wonderful people. Their favorite-all of them. Davids favorite country music artist-Marty Robbins, which dates him alittle. They are just the most beautiful, happy couple, great interview!!

Roe325

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 02:53 pm Click here to edit this post
I was so sorry to see them go, what a love story. God bless them.

Guinevere

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 03:07 pm Click here to edit this post
I wasn't totally onboard the love fest for them until last night; I liked them, but it seemed like they were being portrayed in a very positive light and I was a little suspicious.

But they were just so sweet last night. They are really a great example with their support of each other and their positive and gracious attitude.

I will miss them, but I don't feel so bad for them losing, because I think they are well-equipped to deal with it and make the best out of it.

Smileeys

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 09:18 pm Click here to edit this post
Tksoard, thanks for sharing that with us. I was wondering if everyone was questioned by the police or if it was just this couple?

Tksoard

Thursday, October 04, 2001 - 10:11 pm Click here to edit this post
I don't know, but like Marg said, "It just wasn't our day!!" I bet if they hadn't been questioned so much, they wouldn't have come in last. It kinda sounds like a consperacy!! They really were such a lovely couple!!

Corriecat

Friday, October 05, 2001 - 09:08 am Click here to edit this post
I don't think it was a conspiracy. I've heard many stories from my professor in college who has done a lot of work in Tunisia. It's just the way things are there.

Tbear

Friday, October 05, 2001 - 10:32 am Click here to edit this post
MARG & DAVE are RICHER than anybody in the group. THEY are TRUE WINNERS!!!

I would take 40 years of Love, Affection, Friendship, Good Health, Stamina, and a Mutually Positive Outlook over the money any day. They are an inspiration!!!

I do feel very sad because I will miss such a serene couple not being on the show. They stated that they wanted to go on in the race because of the fun, but accepted it & took time to enjoy the scenery. Now they have been treated to a paid trip to Hawaii. They can relax, enjoy the atmosphere, the comforts of the hotel, and enjoy festivities of a very beautiful, exotic place (holding hands of course).

Isn't it TUNISIA where 1000 soldiers were announced that they could set-up there but could not fire at Afganistan? However, I believe this show may have all been taped previous to the New York Disaster. I never knew Marg & Dave were getting hasseled so much either- we really don't know ALL of what is going on because it would be timely to show everything.

CHEERS TO DAVE AND MARG, and many more years of Happiness and Health to you.

Egbok

Sunday, October 07, 2001 - 09:37 pm Click here to edit this post
I know I'm a little late, but I just had to post my 2 cents about Dave and Marg. Like all of the post before me, I admire their love and respect for one another. They just shine for each other and I admire them.