I'm kind of a homebody. My husband says I like to just stay home and do nothing, but that's just how I am.

Figure skaters have awful perceptions of hockey players.

Having achieved my own dreams, I want to give to kids who are less fortunate, who struggle with everyday obstacles. I want to give them something positive in their lives: support.

Before turning pro, I would never have just left my skates sitting in the locker room unattended.

Growing up as an athlete, I started skating very young. My parents didn't know anything about the sport, so they went with the flow. I had two great coaches who gave great advice and gave guidelines for my parents. My parents let the coaches dictate what was going on on the ice.

I'm always looking for inspiring ways to stay motivated and stay active.

I'd try to channel my nervous energy in a positive way into strength and endurance. It didn't always work.