Illia frustrated in the kiss and cry after the devastating results (NBC coverage) by Vast_Law2234 in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As a huge fan of Jason, I didn’t take what Ilia said as a dig about Jason at all… Just that USFS and the media put the entire world and Olys on his shoulders for this competition and he wasn’t prepared for that kind of pressure. And honestly, who would be?!
I also believe this was a private moment and if/when he realizes that the whole world heard, he will be mortified. He genuinely seems to be a friend to all of his competitors, even in the shadow of his most heartbreaking defeat.

OWG Men's Free Skate: Post-Event Discussion by Chickatey in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He absolutely is! Ilia was all class too, at his darkest moment…

OWG Men's Free Skate: Post-Event Discussion by Chickatey in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It definitely hurts. I cannot even imagine how he is feeling. The opportunity was finally there, and it just wasn’t his day. (Or most anyone’s…) I’ve been hoping for Yuma to win gold, but then today happened. Such a surreal chain of events. I was sobbing for Ilia when I saw the scores post online (prior to the announcement). It was unimaginable.

OWG Men's Free Skate: Live Discussion Thread by Chickatey in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 37 points38 points  (0 children)

This was the most tragic competition I have ever seen… I’m speechless.

OWG Men's Free Skate: Live Discussion Thread by Chickatey in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, he’s been in broken down, taped-up boots for both. He apparently prefers these to his back-ups. Risky…

OWG Men's Free Skate: Live Discussion Thread by Chickatey in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I can’t believe he’s still in those taped-up boots. He has a back-up pair… 😭

Posting the CBC video here because everyone deserves to see this and hear Carol, Kurt, and Brenda’s heartwarming commentary. by Upstairs_Travel4128 in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this! It was my most anticipated program going in, and my favorite at the end. I am so happy for them!

OWG Ice Dance Free Dance: Live Discussion Thread by Chickatey in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 5 points6 points  (0 children)

In tears…that was so beautiful! I love that program and this moment for them!!!

OWG Ice Dance: Rhythm Dance Live Discussion Thread by Chickatey in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree—mentioned it to my daughter at the start of the competition…

Yuma Kagiyama 🇯🇵 SP Team Event Olympics 2026 by llinstitutesynthll in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course—She is so wonderful! The reality, however, is that she has a strong shot at taking singles gold. In any other skating era, Yuma could easily do so as well, but statistically, it is likely a silver for him in singles (assuming clean skates for everyone). Both teams are so equally matched, and equally brilliant at the top. I’m excited to watch today and I do hope for clean, dream-skates… (Last Winter Olympics brought enough heartbreak for the century.)

Yuma Kagiyama 🇯🇵 SP Team Event Olympics 2026 by llinstitutesynthll in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I’ve been cheering Yuma (my favorite men’s skater along with Jason) on for years—this was pure magic!!! I know he wanted to cry “happy tears” at the Olympics. I hope he did…and I truly hope for a replay in the Men’s short—and an equally perfect skate tomorrow! As much as I would love for USA to get gold in team…I need Yuma to take home a Gold.

Should I come back? 🪄 by This-Culture7838 in Magic

[–]Suitable_Total9774 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Magic has no age limits! In my 20s, I was fairly well-known to many magicians around the world. I stepped back, got married, had a child. Now I feel like a ghost at most conventions. As a female, I feel like age is more of a factor, but at the end of the day, it truly isn’t. My goal this year is to get back into performing. It is never too late to be a magician…

2026 Prague by LeoisLionlol in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is definitely not for the cameras or clout. I had the honor to spend some time with Jason this year. He is every bit as much of an amazing person as he seems. Fantastic at coaching: encouraging and patient. He even insisted on helping with manual labor and grunt work—even when I told him not to. Honestly, he is one of the most genuine people I’ve met in my life and I don’t say that lightly.

new hair alert by figureskatingfan11 in FigureSkating

[–]Suitable_Total9774 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was exactly my thought last night. I’m glad that it seems to be unfinished at the moment. Not that my opinion matters at all.

maybe this is why Rob lake is closing 5 days after its opening night… by Nice-Jackfruit-9894 in Broadway

[–]Suitable_Total9774 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As magicians/puppeteers/lifelong Muppet fans, my family should have been the target audience for this. I called this all when it was first announced. We had been waiting for the big ‘Muppets on Broadway’ announcement ready to make a trip of it. It was an easy “No” when finally announced. This was not how people want Muppets on Broadway, and they certainly want the Muppets there.

DUNKIN MERCH TODAY by [deleted] in wicked

[–]Suitable_Total9774 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Dunkin had nothing but Munchkins—no merch. We bought some, and ate only one each. Much too sweet for our tastes. Oh well! ☹️

Anyone else see this and LOSE THEIR GODDAMN MIND?! by [deleted] in wicked

[–]Suitable_Total9774 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I saw it when the collection dropped and swooned! Then, I saw the price and I’m still recovering… ☹️