I knew my body could take the battle of everyday training and take the battle of falls and bending in ways that bodies really shouldn't bend.
Marystown, in Newfoundland, it's where began for me. It's where most of my family still lives and where a lot of my supporters are from.
Nothing would have been accomplished if I didn't start in Newfoundland.
To be able to stand on the podium and see one Canadian flag raised is one thing, but to see two, it feels like you're not alone.
Figure skating is such an individual sport, but to have a teammate on the podium with you is unbelievable.
When I broke my leg, I never thought I'd ever be skating again let alone be standing on a world podium. I had to relearn how to skate, relearn how to even stand on one foot again. I had to relearn all my technique.
Ever since I was a little kid, I loved being the centre of attention. I think it's part of the reason why I loved skating. You're literally in a fishbowl. You're in the middle of the ice by yourself, and the world is watching.
I don't have many hobbies outside of skating. But I do read, watch TV, play with my animals, and try to hang out with my friends every now and then.
The way I balance life and skating is by enjoying the time I spend away from the rink. When I am not on the ice, I am not focusing on skating.
Living in Edmonton feels so calm, but there is still so much to experience. I know I can find something to do if I want to have fun.
