You know, I've always enjoyed watching figure skating... something about the graceful athleticisim combined with art just won me over. Then when one of my daughters started to skate I reached a whole new appreciation for the effort involved. It's no wonder figure skating has captivated the hearts of millions of people around the world. So as a blogger who has written extensively about figure skating over the years, it is with sincere gratefulness and humility that I must announce my retirement from this blog.
When I first started writing this, my goal was simple -- to educate skaters and parents about the sport and to share my opinions as a Dad who had watched thousands of hours of skating. I wanted to provide insights and tips that could help young skaters improve their skills and help parents navigate the complex world of figure skating. At the same time, I wanted to share my love for the sport with others and create a community of skating enthusiasts who could come together and share their own experiences.
Over the years, I've written extensively about everything from the basics of skating technique to the intricacies of the judging system. Less concerned with the skating stars or their fandom, I've always focused on the challenge of learning and expressing one's feelings through the sport. While it has been an incredible journey, I've come to the realization that I've written all I can say about the matter.
Don't get me wrong -- figure skating is a wonderful sport that I will always love. But after years of blogging about it, I feel like I've said everything that could be useful. I've pretty much plumbed the depths of Choreo, Personal Growth, Skate Parent Life, the Oddities of the sport, Performing, Style and Presentation, Physics, and the Technical aspect of skating. Rather than continue to write the same things over and over, I believe it's time to step back and let others take the reins.
Of course, that doesn't mean that my old posts will disappear. They will remain here indefinitely for everyone's reading pleasure, and I hope they will continue to be a useful resource for skaters and parents alike. However, I will no longer be reading or approving comments on my posts. I hope that my readers will understand and respect my decision, and I want to thank them for their support and encouragement over the years.
In conclusion, retiring from blogging about figure skating has been a difficult decision, but one that I believe is right. I'm grateful for the opportunities that this sport has given me, and I'm proud of the work that I've done as a blogger. I hope that my words have helped skaters and parents in some small way, and I look forward to watching the sport continue to grow and evolve in the years to come. With love, Jeff.
