Working Extra Jobs
The Kwan’s did it with absolute happiness and love for seeing their child succeed as well as enjoy doing what they love. These dedicated parents would do anything from hand-sewing costumes to working an extra shift or job to meet the necessary requirements.
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12-Year Old Kwan
Michelle Kwan had already begun being noticed and building her reputation within the figure skating world, after 3-4 years of hard work and practice. “At 12 years old, I was at the senior level, almost making it, and you know, so close to having my dreams come true,” Kwan said reminiscing over her preteen anxieties.