BlogHide Resteemsiceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom ..#21... World Figure Skating Championships 2018I am now in Milan, for the World Figure Skating Championships 2018. Today is the official first day and I am at the rink for the second time today. First time was this morning when I had to…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom...#20...Seven days black and white challengeI wanted to join the Seven Days black and white photo challenge but sadly I don't know enough people to nominate, so I don't meet all the conditions. But here's my photo anyways, just for fun.iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom...#19....Free drinks at Pyeongchang Winter Olympics VillageBeen back a week but didn't have time to blog. Pyeongchang Winter Olympics was an awesome experience....mother of all competitions, and one of the great things about it were the freebies ! This…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom....#18...Food in the Olympic VillageWhat food are served in the Olympic Dining Hall? Well, there is a huge international spread, buffet style, served 24 hours. There are Asian sections, western sections and also a halal section. I…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom...#17... Pyeongchang ...we are here !!!Finally... The long awaited day...we have arrived at the Olympic Village in Gangneung. For the uninitiated, the 2018 Winter Olympics is held in Pyeongchang , South Korea. Actually, there are 2…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom....#16... Wonder what it looks like backstage?Ever been to a concert and wonder what's it's like backstage? And wished you can have a peek? Well, the venue of the last Championships I attended has played host to many a big concert held in…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom..#15... Girls day out in KLBack to KL .. been back 2 days ago but too pooped to write anything. Spent the first day at the dentist... emergency !! Bless Dr Fauziah for seeing me on her day off. But then that's expected if you…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom..#14...Day 4 in Taipei... Competition dayCompetition day ...Short Program . All jitters...me, not Julian, though I am sure he had his demons as well. Started off with a good practice in the morning. Coach was happy so I am happy too. He…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDairies of an iceskater mom....#13...Day 3 TaipeiStill had no chance to check out Taipei yet. So far, have seen only the hotel and the rink. Only managed to wander the lanes behind the hotel. Stumbled upon a cute cafe in a nondescript alley.…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom....#12...Day 2 in Taipei.. practicesIt's day 2 and I have yet to get into downtown proper. Am at the practice rink now, watching the Canadian pairs while waiting for Julian's session to come on. For the uninitiated, pair skating…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDairies of an ice skater mom...#11....First day in TaipeiSo good to be back in Taipei. This is my 3rd time at the ISU Four Continents Championships here. I have always loved competitions here as the facilities and logistics are awesome. ..not to mention…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom.....#10...Taipei boundGood morning ! At the airport, having a cup of java before I board. It's that time of the year again, the ISU Four Continents Championships. Well, it's held a bit earlier this year due to the…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom #9...... Why do I look so scared??I was interviewed by Bernama a few days ago. Was all jittery cos...horror of horrors...it was to be conducted in Bahasa Malaysia 😢😢!!!! And let's just say that my command of that language is not…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of a ice skater mom.....#8 ....A new sport??Today's blog is not about ice skating . Nor is it about my son. But it does have something to do with ice ....naturally, abuden?? . It also has to do with a broom and a stone !! Any guesses??…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of a skater mom #7.........I am back !I have been off the radar for a whole 4 months ! Let me re introduce myself again......I am an ice skater mom...as my name suggests..(abuden?) and my passion is ice related sports , in particular…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an iceskater mom....#6..Behind the scenes at SEA GamesThe dust has settled after the SEA Games ....ever wonder what happens behind the mysterious wall that divides the athletes and the audience?? And how a skater prepares for the short few minutes on…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an iceskater mom.....#5.. Not of ice but of wind and rain.Alright, at this juncture, I have to confess that my life isn't only about ice skating. Amongst the few ( yes, I am boring) other passions that I have, 2 in particular stand .....errr..a better word…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an iceskater mom...#3A. TrainingI didn't want to number this as 4 ( pantang pantang.... also it's Hungry Ghost month....lol) But mainly because I want to say something about post #3. Something was nagging at me all last night cos…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an iceskater mom......#3.. What happens after the Gold?Getting a Gold medal at the SEA Games 2017 is a big deal....and especially from a new and audience friendly sport ; it could propel one to an instant celebrity. Thus , Julian got to enjoy his 30…iceskatermom (45)in teammalaysia • 7 years agoDiaries of an ice skater mom........The moment of glory to be sharedI shall start my story from the end....or almost the end. ( as a new chapter will hopefully begin soon). The recently concluded SEA Games 2017 in Kuala Lumpur was touted as the biggest and most…