We are Americans when we go to war, and when we return, we are Mexicans.
Don't focus on the negative things that can happen, just think about the positive things.
I always thought after 2002 that I'd hang up my skates and turn professional and just go on tour and do shows. But I don't know when it is enough. I mean, I still enjoy it. I'm the luckiest girl alive that I get to perform in front of thousands of people, do what I love doing.
When I look back at the world championships, I know there's a lot of room for improvement, I'm always up for a challenge. The Olympics, they don't define me, I've had some good and some bad. But it's all about the Olympic experience.
I don't really remember a time younger than 5 years old that I didn't have skates on because all I can remember is every day, tying up my skates and a big smile on my face, excited to go on the ice.
To represent your country is an honor and a great experience.
As an athlete, I've always been very proud to represent the United States.
The desire to write perfectly of beautiful happenings is, as the saying runs, old as the hills — and as immortal.
God always wants us to be growing.
In Hilbert space no one can hear you scream.
I have a much wider, freer view about spirituality. I feel that people need to pursue it on their own, personally. You know, let it be theirs - a personal relationship with their soul, or their God, or with their church.