Kelli Lawrence

Crocus! They're usually the first flowers out of late winter/early spring's gate! (They were already blooming here when we had a snow last week-- now melted away)

Glad it's improving, but prolly wise to get the referral nonetheless.
I plan to get back on the ice this week after 6 weeks away (managed to strain something in my knee on a 3-turn (!!!) when it was already "off" a bit)... wish me luck!

Aack! Sorry to hear that. Think it'll improve with rest & ice, or does it feel more serious?

Stressed out by politics? You’re not imagining it, and research shows that social media is largely to blame Political content on social media finds you even if you’re not looking for it, and it tends to do so through a sensationalized and emotionally charged lens.

Feel like politics is impossible to escape online? There’s a reason.

Social media algorithms amplify outrage and conflict, helping turn politics into a steady source of stress.
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🇺🇸 Bradie Tennell (who was named as first alternate) confirms she was not passed over for the #WorldFigure spot, but that she chose to give it up.

Astor Piazzolla and Argentine Tango — Kelli M. Lawrence “To me, Astor Piazzolla means expansion… He coaxes your bond with music to grow and change with you. Growing up in the city where he was born leaves you with no choice but to love tango, to love...

"Piazzolla’s stamp on tango is more like a gently broken mold in that he deftly folded elements of jazz and classical music into his compositions, helping create an evolution that came to be known as Nuevo Tango..."

Read about #figureskating 's favorite tango artist--#StateoftheSkateMUSIC

The Andy Richter Call-In Show is back this Wednesday, March 11th - and @tompapacomedy.bsky.social and I want to hear your COOKING DISASTER stories! Whether it was a nightmare restaurant shift or the worst meal ever - leave us a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out the Google Form in my bio.

I feel that 😠

I’m only watching the last 2 groups of pairs, but I didn’t get through them yet 🙁 #WorldJFigure

JUST IN: A key House committee voted on Wednesday to subpoena Pam Bondi to compel her to testify about the Justice Department’s investigation of the convicted sex offender #Epstein and its release of investigative material about him, after Republicans sided with Democrats to insist on it.

Donate to Help Baby Thea Thrive — In Loving Memory of Hannah Torres, organized by Josh Phillips No family should ever have to face what the Torres/Roberts fam… Josh Phillips needs your support for Help Baby Thea Thrive — In Loving Memory of Hannah Torres

IF YOU'RE SO INCLINED...my nephew Jimmie lost his wife, Hannah, only 6 days after she'd given birth to Thea prematurely. This fund helps with hospital/funeral costs & all that goes with being a single parent. Contributions are greatly appreciated, as is simply sharing the link that follows.

THE ZIMMER EFFECT — Kelli M. Lawrence Play a little word association with composers associated with figure skating music, and you’ll find yourself in a game brimming with options. Say Tchaikovsky , and the powerful-yet-delicate Swan L...

Watching the Men's SP at #WorldJFigure reminds me of how omnipresent Hans Zimmer's music is in #figureskating nowadays... go read about this 21st century master of the film soundtrack! #Olympics

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There Are 47,635 Epstein Files Offline for Review, DOJ Says Among the unreleased documents are a woman’s unverified allegations against President Trump.

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“Turandot” and “Tosca”: Puccini’s Skating Showcases — Kelli M. Lawrence If you possess any amount of opera knowledge, you may find this look at Turandot and Tosca (as they relate to skating music) annoyingly simplistic. But I’m in constant learning mode when it come...

Find out more about this operatic piece of figure skating music history with the State of the SkateMUSIC post linked below!
#figureskating #Olympics #StateoftheSkateMUSIC
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Japan's Yuma Kagiyama skates to Olympic silver YouTube video by Olympics

Like many top men in Milano-Cortina, Yuma Kagiyama didn't have the free skate he wanted. But he DID win his second individual Olympic silver medal with a custom-made (!) version of TURANDOT. #figureskating #Olympics #StateoftheSkateMUSIC
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GREAT NEWS: In yet another Democratic upset, Alex Holladay has defeated his Republican opponent in the special election to represent Arkansas’s House District 70.

This is a flip from 🔴 to 🔵.

Seems like the media should at least express some curiosity about this.

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‘Limitless Possibilities’ Await Latino Skater - U.S. Figure Skating Jacob Sanchez was 8 years old when his parents sat him down and said it's time to choose.

Jacob Sanchez has been steadily climbing the competitive figure skating ladder, most recently placing fourth at the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships.

Read more about Jacob's journey:

All Songs Considered: Even more songs to calm the nerves : NPR Music Our third installment of calming songs includes Max Richter’s tribute to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, ambient sounds from Ryuichi Sakamoto, Brazilian jazz from Wayne Shorter and more.Not...

If you need a reminder that the world is a good place full of good people trying to do good things, listen to Max Richter's "All Human Beings" (and more) from this wk's show. @npr.org ❤️ w/ @totalvibration.bsky.social

Deadly Texas bar shooting 'potentially an act of terrorism', FBI says Two people were killed and 14 injured, with the suspected gunman, identified by some media outlets, also shot dead.

Holland is a wooden shoe.
Hungary, a goulash stew.
Australia, a kangaroo.
America is a gun.
— Brian Bilston

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Tomorrow is Election Day!

Go to JamesTalarico.com/vote to find your polling place.

B.C. moving to permanent daylight time This Sunday will be the last time British Columbians have to adjust their clocks for a bi-annual time change.

🕐 Big news for British Columbians: B.C. is moving to permanent daylight saving time!

March 8, 2026 will be the LAST time clocks spring forward in the province. No more twice-a-year clock changes. 🇨🇦☀️

#Canada
#USDemocracy
#Pinks

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The "Peace Presidency" Aged Badly, Didn't It? March comes in with Epic Fury, but it is far from clear how it will go out.

The "Peace Presidency" Aged Badly, Didn't It?
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Women's Olympic jump height and airtime data #FigureSkating

Melania Forced to Promote Peace After Trump Launches Iran Strikes — The Daily Beast Nothing says “peace” like your husband launching a wide-ranging war in the Middle East.

Melania taking the UN gavel to “promote peace” the same day Trump launches strikes on Iran is peak dystopia. Nothing says “Peace President” like admitting Americans may die in a war nobody voted for.

The gaslighting is off the charts.

#Iran #UN
#USDemocracy
#Pinks

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21 year old #KyleBassinga was found hanging from a tree at Fair Oaks Park in Marietta, GA. Authorities claimed it was suicide but many of us are not buying it. Here’s footage Kyle took being stopped by law enforcement before his death. We need a full investigation.
#SheShed
#Pinks

Today marks 14 years since 17-year-old, unarmed Trayvon Martin was shot and killed while walking home.

14 years later, we’re still demanding a country where our children can walk home in peace — without being treated like a threat.

I think about that too... I'm not sure if sales from the original are strong enough to support a revision, but maybe it's time to look into it!

☺️ Thank you! Don’t forget to read all the Appendixes! I put a lot of good stuff in there that didn’t fit in anywhere else!
(My advice to everyone who reads #SkatingOnAir)

Skating on Air: The Broadcast History of an Olympic Marquee Sport Skating on Air: The Broadcast History of an Olympic Marquee Sport

May I add one please? (Non-fiction, entertaining read, lots of interviews & photos)
#SkatingOnAir
#FigureSkating

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