It used to be that I wanted to be taller. Once I made 5-foot-1, I was happy.

Over the years, God and St. Therese have kept me going no matter how bad things were.

I love stepping onto the ice knowing I can create whatever I want or am feeling that day. It inspires me to be creative and artistic. It's a great therapeutic outlet to utilize both my heart and body at the same time.

I believe in myself and in Saint Therese.

As an athlete, everyone was always like, 'Listen to your body.' Whether it's an injury or whether it's just a nagging ache, that can affect your progress just because you think 'Oh, I'll push through it today' and then you can't work out for two weeks. I've learned that, as a skater, I'm very aware of that.

I love to work out. I need to work out! Nothing makes me feel better than walking out of a spin or barre class knowing my body and mind got some attention.

The sound of the blades on the ice in the morning is like smelling fresh coffee.