Elana Ferrer never really had goals. For her, life consisted of nothing but surviving school until the next day -- until she saw him.
In the eyes of Yuzuru Hanyu, Elana found something to truly be passionate about. The cutthroat world of figure sk...
Mom was talking to some employees inside the Nagoya Sports Complex. I looked around and saw several figure skaters practicing on the ice. Their ages ranged from little kids around four years old to adults nearing 20's to 30's, I wasn't exactly sure. Nevertheless, I immediately loved it here as I saw the coaches diligently focusing on their respective skaters.
"Elana," Mom called out to me. I noticed a middle-aged Japanese woman standing beside her, looking at me.
I immediately came over.
"This is my daughter, Elana," Mom introduced me, smiling at the other woman.
"Hello." I smiled, shaking hands with the woman.
"Hi," a heavily accented tone replied. "I'm Omura Arisu. I will be Coach. Coach Omura."
"Oh! Nice to meet you, Coach." I smiled again before giving a slight bow.
"Nice to meet you too." Coach Omura smiled and bowed as well. Her accent was heavy and the words were slightly stiff, but I understood what she was saying.
From what I gathered following our conversation, Mom was able to contact the skating club beforehand. She asked around and requested a coach who could understand and speak in English, at least, enough English to be able to communicate.
Mom discussed some things with Coach Omura for a bit before finally leaving me in her hands.
"Well, I'll be going. Ela, don't leave this place until your Dad or I come to pick you up later, alright?"
"Ok, Mom."
"Ok, I'll see you later. Love you." Mom kissed my cheek.
