Archive through October 17, 2002
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Archive through October 17, 2002
Micknrc | Monday, September 30, 2002 - 06:59 am     Teri and Ian have been married for 21 years. They met more than 22 years ago when Ian's mom played matchmaker and set them up on a date. As soon as they met, Teri and Ian instantly hit it off and were married a year later. Currently living in Palm City, Florida, Ian, 50, is a retired police commander and private investigator and Teri, 49, is a homemaker. Both have done quite a bit of traveling over the years and have experienced their share of adventure and frustration on the road. One time in particular, the two were separated while vacationing in Bangkok. As Ian spent the day worrying about his wife's whereabouts, Teri went sightseeing and thoroughly enjoyed herself. Needless to say, Ian was not too happy when they were finally reunited at the end of the day. Says Teri, "He should have had enough faith in me to know that I could take care of myself!" On another vacation in Belize, Ian recalls how Teri saved his life. While scuba diving, Ian became disoriented and Teri saved him from ascending too quickly. Thankfully, Teri was right by his side. "She was totally there when I needed her," he says. As they prepare to take on this latest challenge, Teri and Ian are hoping to set a good example for their two sons, Brandon, age 10 and Seth, age 16, and Ian's son, Eric, age 24, and are looking forward to adventure, competition, fun and winning the million dollar grand prize! Teri's birth date is December 31. Ian's birth date is February 5. |
Micknrc | Monday, September 30, 2002 - 07:00 am     How would you describe your previous travel experience? Teri: I feel I have done a fair amount of travel in the past, and have always had a wonderful time. Ian: I'm well traveled; however, not in a race-type experience. I have been very lucky to be able to travel to many interesting places: Middle East, Orient, Africa, Europe, etc. What is the most stressful aspect of traveling? Teri: The part of traveling I find most stressful is the plane. Ian: I guess the transportation part is a bit of a hassle, but if you want to experience different cultures, etc., you have to deal with it. What is the most important item in your backpack, and why? Teri: I can't determine what is the most important. I can't think of anything to remove to make the load lighter. Therefore no one thing is really most important. Ian: Dry socks, and underwear for if these items are dry, all else can be dealt with. Why did you want to be on THE AMAZING RACE? Teri: I have watched the first two installments and thought (with family support) that we would be great and have a terrific time! Ian: The challenge, adventure, and of course, the money! Have you and your partner traveled together before? If so, what was it like? Teri: Yes, we have been married for 21 years and have done a lot of traveling. We have had a great time seeing the world and sharing great experiences. Ian: Yes, many times. It's been fun and it's been stressful, but it's always been together, which is and was great. What do you fear most about competing in THE AMAZING RACE? Teri: The thing I fear the most is being eliminated before the final leg. In other words, not winning! Ian: There is nothing to fear but losing! What strengths and weaknesses do you bring to the Team? Teri: I bring stability to our Team. I take the time to assess and analyze. I may be a tad tearful, but this is overcome-able. Ian: Strengths: focus, direction, experience; weaknesses: sometimes attitude, and overcontrolling. What strengths and weaknesses does your teammate bring to the Team? Teri: My teammate brings his astute powers of observation, a keen sense of determination and the ability to always help me do my best. Ian: She is my rock, but she can really get difficult. What will you miss the most from home (besides your bed)? Teri: I will miss my children, Seth and Brandon. I will also miss the rest of my family. Ian: My three boys. What languages do you speak? Teri: English. Ian: A little Thai and, of course, English. What destination are you hoping to visit? Teri: Any exciting and exotic place will do. Ian: Antarctica, to do an ice dive--in a dry suit, of course. What country do you feel best prepared for? Teri: Countries where they speak and understand English the best. Ian: Anywhere the adventure takes me; I love adventure travel. |
Lumbele | Friday, October 04, 2002 - 05:39 pm     Well, someone gotta start commenting on these two.LOL Didn't much care for Pops standing there in the cart while Winning-is-Everything Mom was pulling with all she had. I was left wondering which one was the jacka$$. |
Kappy | Saturday, October 05, 2002 - 04:59 pm     Total reality for many in their age group ~ especially the jackass cart scene, :0). I loved where Ian was driving the van and saying something about how they had done that traveling on their honeymoon and Teri merely responded with "It was SO long ago, who the hell remembers" ~ or something to that effect. LOL! They may not last long but I like them. |
Bastable | Sunday, October 06, 2002 - 11:54 am     If you really want a laugh, tape the opening credits and watch Teri and Ian's intro! Their double-quick synchronized head swivel--did somebody say "unnatural"?--will give you whiplash! TOTALLY cheesy. (A little like them!) |
Tabbyking | Sunday, October 06, 2002 - 05:26 pm     hey, i am in their age group and i don't think it's total reality for anyone i know! unless the guy's the jacka$$? |
Kappy | Sunday, October 06, 2002 - 07:11 pm     Actually, Tabby ~ When I said that about their (close-to-mine-also) age group, I was thinking more about their conversations then the the jacka$$ scene! LOL! I think they did the j-a$$ and cart scene simply as a lark, nothing more. |
Tabbyking | Monday, October 07, 2002 - 08:43 pm     i only wish i had seen the lawyer gals get tossed from their wagon...alas, i was helping my son with his lit homework and missed most of the good parts. poor son of mine...i was like, "why didn't you ask for help an hour ago, instead of when this show is on? you have known for a month it was starting today because i put it on my calendar like you do christmas!" and he said, "well, if you think reality t.v. is more important than helping me..." well, duh!! of course reali---er, helping my first-born child is more important. yeah, that's it. |
Oregonfire | Wednesday, October 09, 2002 - 10:07 pm     Didn't really want this team to beat Tramel and Talicia; that tipped-over jet ski scene was painful--"get on there girl"!! Watching them stresses me out. |
Shortnsweet | Wednesday, October 09, 2002 - 11:06 pm     I also thought that watching these two was stressful. I wonder if Teri can keep up this pace. |
Ginger | Thursday, October 10, 2002 - 05:24 am     Ian acted like such a bossy, bullyish, brute on last night's show. On top of that he was constantly tense, constantly berrating his wife. I don't know how she can take that kind of treatment. |
Bastable | Thursday, October 10, 2002 - 07:54 am     Ginger, best friend, Teri was pretty bossy, too! (Remember her shrieking at him at the marina that they could be eliminated?) It's true that Ian's pretty Type A. But I'm starting to think that Teri is at least a Type A Minus. I hope they both turn out to be bossy. I'd feel much better about it then. I hate to see browbeaten wives. But I get the sense that she can dish it out right back at him. She's a tough nut. |
Ginger | Thursday, October 10, 2002 - 10:40 am     You're right, Bastable. At least I hope you are. I wish they'd have more fun though. I don't think they cracked a smile once on that whole leg of the race (until the end). Did you notice how Ian chewed his gum all through the race? I thought he was going to break his jaw. |
Ericka1012 | Thursday, October 10, 2002 - 01:12 pm     The first night I watched the show I thought these two have to go...but then thought oh maybe I should give them a better chance to like them...Last night I watched and I was screaming at the TV for them to come in last ... I hate this group what a terrible representive of us older group...Mr. I AM THE BOSS...needs to wake up and go home...Mrs. Lay Back & Take It needs to take him home and not subject us to him anymore. |
Tabbyking | Thursday, October 10, 2002 - 02:07 pm     the really scary part is that this man carried a gun in his job! he seems to have a short fuse. when he called her 'woman', i cringed. |
Bastable | Thursday, October 10, 2002 - 03:51 pm     LOL, Ginger and Tabbyking. Right on! These people may be good on the inside, but on the outside, they seem pretty... well... this is a fan site. |
Seamonkey | Friday, October 11, 2002 - 12:52 am     Each week, I think, these two must go! And I hope they go real soon. Too funny that Ian told the twins they might be in 5th place when the twins had the Fast Forward!! (of course if anyone could have ended up in fifth with the FF, it WOULD be the twins, but still...) The scene where the lawyer was dumped from the cart was worth the whole season!! So far. Now if that had happened to Drew or Kevin they would have produced a memorable line out of it.. and think if that had happened to Danny and Oswald!! |
Crazydog | Friday, October 11, 2002 - 11:49 am     I'm really feeling the dislike towards Ian. He is loud and bossy and treats his wife like dirt. She has all the attributes of a doormat. I particularly disliked when they were screaming at the cab driver that he had BETTER know where San Marino Marina was. I wish the cab driver had taken the scenic route. |
Kiersten_Love | Friday, October 11, 2002 - 11:08 pm     Me too, Crazydog. It seems that Ian is nothing but a big bully. I had hoped and hoped that Wednesday night they would have come in last..instead the good guys came in last... Hoping against hope, there is always next week... |
Sallycat | Wednesday, October 16, 2002 - 08:02 pm     I guess his police commander work has caused him to "command" rather than talk normally. He sounds so disrespectful. The sarcastic tone would be more than I could deal with. She must be a saint!!!! |
Jaxrock | Wednesday, October 16, 2002 - 08:30 pm     These two cracked me up tonite at the Roadblock. Just like a man: I'm too tired, you do it, and then when you don't do it right, I'll be right here to tell you what you're doing wrong. That is soooo my house. Ooops, maybe not, 'cause about the third time of "you've gotta do it this way", I'd have shoved, I mean tossed, that log where the sun don't shine. lol |
Wiseolowl | Wednesday, October 16, 2002 - 08:40 pm     Does anybody remember the old radio show : The Bickersons"? Deja viev all over again. Except in that show it was a more balanced performance. Something tells me that in his police days, Ian played the role of the bad cop. |
Whoami | Wednesday, October 16, 2002 - 10:23 pm     Yup, Ian was getting on my last nerve tonight. I liked her response. Something like, "well, you're the one who chose not to do this!" |
Quietstorm4 | Thursday, October 17, 2002 - 04:28 am     I am so ready for this couple to GO!!! He irks the hell out of me. |
Ginger | Thursday, October 17, 2002 - 06:40 am     Okay, I cannot stand Ian. I appalled at the way he speaks to his wife. Nice negotiation there when they were "deciding" who would do the roadblock. He just ordered her to do it. Thank god she told him to shut his trap when he was "coaching" her. I usually root for the older teams, but I cannot wait to see these folks go. |
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