It's been a long time I posted something on here. Ngl it's been a rough time for the past few years as both my parents had and thankfully beat cancer and also I was finally able to obtain my Masters degree (during a pandemic).
Following Yuzu's announcement I just felt it's time to share my thoughts. I'm not very eloquent with words so I'm trying to keep it rather short. I'm feeling a little emotional since I followed Yuzu's career as competitive skater for the past 8 years and I never thought this experience would have such an impact on my life. I've met fellow fans on the internet and even in real life whom I consider my friends now. I'm thankful I got to see his brilliance on and off the ice. Of course witnessing his win at WC 2017 in person will remain one of my most special memories but even though he's younger than me he taught me so much what conviction, resilliance and passion means. I saw what pain but also pure joy skating competitions brought to him. The many fans are testimony of his great spirit and ethereal skating. I'm just so thankful to have been part of this chapter in his journey. I know it's not the end of his skating but never being able to see him compete again is really bittersweet since competitions were a special place where we got to experience his passion, a thrill and growth throughout the years which we won't get to see again.
I'm just happy for him that he could end this part of his life on his own terms with a big smile on his face and seems satisfied with what he achieved (rightfully so). Finally, I sincerely wish him all the best in his new endeavours so that he can broaden his horizon and get to experience many new things which he was denied before. Looking forward to see what the future has to offer him and what he'll share with us. So Thank you Yuzuru, all the best to a bright future!!
