People really do spend a lot of money on their pets - sometimes more then themselves.

I have a lot of different stages in my life when training has been easy or hard. Now, it seems that I have been training for so long that it has become almost second nature to me.

I wish I could say it's easy, but honestly, to get ready for a big championship is not as easy as it seems.

And still I'm not completely happy with my skating. I always feel I can do more and climb higher.

My weaknesses are my jumps. The reason is that although I land them in practice, when I actually compete or perform, I should let my body go and stabilize my mind better. Also, I need to work on not letting negative thoughts and emotions get to me on the ice.

...Competitive Skaters must be prepared for a lot of work, challenges, self-discipline, and motivation. The desire must be there, but more importantly, your love for the sport.

I wish I could compete again, but my good feeling is, these competitions are better as exhibitions.