Trina's page of Blogginess

True confession: I am a fan of The Amazing Race. I find it to be one of the best of the reality shows (I also watch Survivor) on TV. Most of the reason why I enjoy the show so much is because I think it's an interesting way to see different parts of the world, from a different point of view. I also like that challenges that teams have to do are often culturally related.

The team dynamic on the show is also very interesting. I like that there are teams of two versus individual players. The human element of the show really comes out (for good or for bad) when people are in a race, and are stressed by the uncertainties of travel.

Truth be told, I've had fantasies of applying to be a contestant on The Amazing Race ever since I saw the first season. I always thought that my friend Mykail and I would be a really fun team to watch - plus, they haven't had a "Will and Grace" team on the show yet. :) It'll probably never happen, although it's still fun to think about...

I'm really enjoying this season so far - for the most part, I've liked most of the teams. The best part has been that one of the contestants is the son of one of my clients. I've never met Tyler (of the "Hippie Team") but I know both of his parents, and can see where he gets his personality and charisma from. I actually posted a story on The Bucks of Woodside web site written by Tyler when he walked the length of Japan a couple of years ago. What an adventurous guy.

Anyhow, as much as I enjoy the show, it's been even more exciting and fun to watch when having a connection to one of the contestants. It makes the "reality" of the show even more real.

The final episode airs next week - go Hippies!