Monique Pryor in "The Amazing Race 16" with Shawne Morgan (on right)
Pet peeve about your teammate: She will go to great lengths for a bargain.
Favorite hobbies: Going to the spa, dancing with friends and spinning.
Achievements: Having my kids and passing the New York Bar.
Lifelong to do list: Travel the world.
If I could switch places with someone: I wouldn't. I'm very content with my life.
Role model or hero: Suze Orman, Tina Turner.
What are you passionate about? Empowering women.
What would you do if you won the million dollars? Buy my husband a membership to a golf club and save for my kids' education.
People would be surprised to learn: I love to travel, but I get nervous during turbulence.
Favorite place you have ever visited: Nairobi, Kenya (the Masai Mara).
Biggest challenge you and your teammate will face on the Race together: Following each others lead.
What do you hope to accomplish by running the Race (other than winning one million bucks)? Pushing myself beyond my physical and mental limitations.