It feels a little weird without Michelle. Just me and all these little girls. |
It felt a little empty with her not here. Michelle has always been a big part of the event. I miss competing with her. It really doesn't feel like the Nationals. |
It goes back to preparation. I still never feel like I've been as prepared as I could or should be. That's why I'm emphasizing that in my training. |
It happens. We're not robots. Just kind of get up and do it again. |
It is a little empty without her here but I have my own things to worry about. |
It is a little weird without her here. It's kind of like me and all these little girls. It's a little empty without her here, but I've got some of my own things to worry about right now. |
It kind of humanizes the sport. She's been an icon of the sport. To see that people can be at top of the sport and also have hard times, it humanizes the sport. |
It was a little odd out there - not what I wanted. But it's the beginning of the week and I have two more performances to go, so [I'll] just forget about it and start again on Friday. I felt fine. It's the first time I've skated on this ice, though, but no excuses. |
It was difficult to skate at the end after so many strong performances and I just took it one step at a time. I stayed strong and I believed in myself. |
It was great that she tried, but things don't always work out. |
It was very difficult. I wasn't coming back with an easy jump, with the triple loop, which I also slammed in the warm-up. I was able to believe when everything was dark and gray. The music carried me through. It goes beyond an athletic event, goes to emotional experience. |
It works well for my skating. I like the fact it gives weight to spins and jumps that were only checked off (under the 6.0 system). I'm really excited for the new system at Nationals. |
It's a hard decision for whoever has to make it. I hope the best decision is made. I know they worked hard all year, and it would be nice for them to go since they earned their spots. |
It's a huge emotional letdown. |
It's been very nice and very relaxing to be back in California. And Mr. Nicks knows me so well. I'm in a great situation, and I can't wait to get the season started. |