There is nothing better than skating with great joy.YES! with joyful and strong skates!
There is nothing better than skating with great joy.YES! with joyful and strong skates!
[quote from Tim]: "So, yes, there will always be criticism. But I would like to appeal to all people who face criticism and pressure – do not let it broke you. Be yourself. You deserve your place in this world just like everyone else.
Look at me and Ashley – we went through the same thing. We’ve been criticized countless times, both of us have been told many times, “No, this sport doesn’t need you.” And here we are. Two-time US champions, participants of the Olympic Games. And we carry it in ourselves, show the world what makes us unique. I hope this will inspire people who have been in similar situations."
I mean, people sometimes post what in their opinion, skating "should be."
Group hug posted by Ash after Chock/Bates won the FD. The entire US contingent, not just those who got to skate, seemed so absolutely ecstatic for the team, it was great to see! And the athletes who did skate were so appreciative of the support!
That is fun, and I learned a few new things about Ashley and Timothy!OOOOooooh, oooh, oooh -- I just now saw the really cute fluff piece on A&T on Peacock! " How well do A&T know each other?" It was very fun -- esp. Tim seemed to enjoy it, and they didn't carry on too long with it, just enough to be great fun.
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Ok, so the Peacock link was blocked -- if you have Peacock, go to "Olympics" then "Figure Skating" and just scroll through to find it.
Not in like 5 days or so. It went well for both US pairs, although when it was A&T's music, if they just skated a section of the program and paused, the camera would move to Alexa & Brandon and then not get back to A&T in time, so I didn't see a whole lot. I wonder what Jackie has posted?Has anyone see Ashley and Timothy during practices? I haven't been watching practices, but I'd love to hear a report from anyone who has.
Oh, no! I do so want Ash & Tim to have the strong and joyful skates of their lives in both Oly programs! Sending many prayers Ash to be well completely and speedily!Jackie tweeted that Ashley had a bad fall (triple loop) & had to leave practice early. We all need to send good thoughts to them!
Update: According to Jackie‘s notes of today’s practice, they did skate — but no jumps or throws. Worrisome.Jackie tweeted that Ashley had a bad fall (triple loop) & had to leave practice early. We all need to send good thoughts to them!