When it comes down to competition, it's not always about the best skater, it's about who skates the best in that competition.

There is always the next big thing, the next big skater.

Always wear a smile because you never know who is watching.

While I circled around and around in my brown rental skates, I studied a group of skaters spinning in the center. I was fascinated! When my mom picked me up, I began a campaign for skating lessons.

I always wear my evil eye necklace to ward off bad karma. I always wear one to protect me.

My mom was born in San Diego, around Vista. So we've always been California people.