I know it was difficult for her. I was gone 12 hours a day.

I've got to put this thing behind me for one day. If I can't, I won't be going to the Olympics.

There were times when I didn't think I could.

I thought I had pretty good relations with them, but they said, 'We're not giving you any names. You're not taking any of our people. I think they should let them live their dream. Don't hold them back.

It's been tough. I hope I can put things out of mind and try to make the team.

I skate with my heart. My family has been there with me for so many years. Now, that's all gone.