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RE:Alexei's Book -
(Date Posted:30/11/2007 07:46:09)
Ah  --but you will make it "straight through" in the end, Karenna. Just "wait 'em out"! ;) So great that his book is out in Russian, now! Lina 
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(Date Posted:01/12/2007 10:12:44)
I can hardly wait to get my little hands on this book! (And I have some promising news about the publishing of Alexei's book in English....the publisher is very, very interested!) This was posted yesterday at kp but it is excerpts from Alexei's book and his disclosure of past relationships - http://www.kp.ru/daily/24010.3/84762 I found the disclosure about his relationship with Kyoko Ina enlightening and yet a little sad - I guess it's because I come from good Russian "peasant" heritage as well. My idea of heaven is a modest dacha with an antenna wire for tv reception! And hay smells nice! My father's bed was made of hay and he grew up just fine. And please don't forget my garden to grow tomatoes and cucumbers! Karenna
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(Date Posted:02/12/2007 12:57:18)
Thanks, Karenna, for posting the link to this 'teaser' excerpt from Alexei's book, Russian edition. I had a good laugh thinking about Kyoko having a snit fit over the mattress and pillows stuffed with hay, LOL. The culture shock for her would most probably have been total, LOL. I would rather unroll my sleeping bag on a hay mattress than sleep on the floor any day! From the sounds of it the Yagudin dacha is fairly primitive and for someone such as Kyoko, who has grown up with all the comforts of an American home, that whole experience would have been over-the-top in a negative way. I've read a lot of comments from various people who have either read that article or seen a translation of it, and many are appalled that Alexei would reveal this sort of information, at all. For myself, I'm sitting on the fence with this, LOL. I can see the positives and negatives for both sides of the issue. How would a Russian person feel about someone, with whom they had a very personal relationship, revealing any details about it much later after that relationship was over? Do they simply chalk it up to fate or is there unspoken animosity there? Mary C.
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(Date Posted:02/12/2007 13:24:58)
Hi Mary!!!! So nice to see that you here! I apologize that the board still has gliches but everyday seems to be more promising than the last. It is interesting to read the differences in background between Kyoko and Alexei. In my own experience I have encountered those from more affluent backgrounds who were part of an urban environment - the expressions of astonishment when they visited country homes/farm homes was evident. I guess I feel a little indignant towards this attitude and that's why I stubbornly refuse advice to tear down and rebuild an elaborate summer home- small and cozy with an old yet polished samovar in the corner is my choice. I can only imagine that Alexei may have felt slightly embarrased by this situation - I know I did at first until I realized I can only feel embarrased if I choose this emotion. So now - I choose to feel proud! Karenna
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(Date Posted:03/12/2007 08:50:38)
Alexei will be attending a press conference on December 5th at 12:00 in the Media office of Izvestia as a pre-launch to his book. The theme - "Alexei Yagudin shocks his worshippers by frankness!" http://community.livejournal.com/paparazzi/13923342.html Karenna (I like the title "worshipper" - now I'm daydreaming about a southsea island, grass skirts and large trays of succulent island fruit being brought to Alexei!)
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RE:Alexei's Book -
(Date Posted:05/12/2007 07:32:58)
From today's press conference in the media offices of Izvestia Alexei has given an interview - He states, with a heavy heart, that it is not possible for him to return to elgible competition. This has been decided since he had experienced a significant physical problem at the show in Dusseldorf, Germany recently - http://www.rian.ru/sport/sportsman/20071205/90982715.html Alexei says the new joint is very much intact but it is the surrounding structures that are problematic. Karenna In my heart I know that this is the best decision for him to make but I can't help feeling incredibly sad. I prayed that everything would be exactly as he had hoped.
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(Date Posted:05/12/2007 15:13:21)
Karenna....Thanks for the link to the article. Whoa! Well, I can't say that I'm surprised at all. I saw this day coming back when he had the hip replacement surgery. In that article he states that he had the hip replacement when he did because he wanted to return to eligible competition. I still don't understand why, after he researched what the limitations were on the hip replacement and talked to the doctors whom I'm sure would have explained to him that there are other physical factors to consider, he still thought that eligible competition was possible. If he wasn't such an incredibly smart guy, perhaps it would have made sense that he could have overlooked or not understood those other aspects, but that's not the case; he's extremely intelligent. I guess I'll never know the answer to that one, LOL. In any case, this is a sad day. What I hope is that he'll back off on pushing the physical envelope somewhat so as to preserve whatever remains of his ability to do show skating because it will be an even sadder day when he hangs up those silver blades for good. Mary C.
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RE:Alexei's Book -
(Date Posted:05/12/2007 15:29:54)
I was so saddened by the news, earlier today, that I could not reply. I know how much Alexei wanted to compete again at the highest level, and I believe that, with CoP-friendly choreography, he could indeed have won. His discipline is as amazing as his talent. We never know what lies ahead for us; I hope and believe that good things lie ahead for Alexei. He is a performer of infinite charm, and on, or off the ice, he has the ability to please an audience; of this I am certain. I also believe that he is part of the movement in Russia to raise a new generation of Russian figure skaters. There are many ways to contribute to that movement. Ilya's tour with its Master Classes, both inspires and teaches the young, and the show, "Ice Age" itself, surely makes many young people think "I want to do that when I grow up!". Years ago, I posted again and again, in various places, that "there is only one Alexei Yagudin". I also posted that "we shall not soon see his like again". As I peruse the careers of some other male skating champions, I see no one else with that combination, from an early age, of precision, power, refusal to fall, charm, and ability to control their nerves under immense pressure. For me, Alexei will always be THE unforgettable champion of men's single skating in my lifetime. There are other male skaters whose performances I enjoy, but no one will ever take his place in my heart. I love his show skating also, because I love the way his feet move lol. I always did. They seem, his feet, to "know" the ice, intimately. He moves as naturally on the ice, as a fish does in water. I love many other things about his show skating, as well, as I think all of us here do. For as long as he performs, on the ice, or off it, I shall look forward to watching him, online, on TV, anywhere. Lina
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(Date Posted:05/12/2007 16:29:35)
I feel exactly the same...such sadness. I held back the tears after I read the article and then the floodgates opened when I sat in my car this morning. It is the right decision - I am convinced of this. I would rather see Alexei without pain regardless how much I wish he could have continued in eligible competition. "For as long as he performs, on the ice, or off it, I shall look forward to watching him, online, on TV, anywhere." Always. Karenna
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(Date Posted:06/12/2007 00:35:25)
Another interview with Alexei during the Izvestia press conference and the introduction of Alexei's new book- http://www.rg.ru/2007/12/06/yagudin.html 
The article describes Alexei's book from it's initial colaboration between Alexei and Lynda Prouse, the publishing of the first edition in Japan and the reworking of the original text for a Russian audience. The article goes on to say that Alexei is now occupied by a tv series and has partnered with Viktoria Dayneko (his partner on "Ice Age") in the creation of a new song and of course does not leave training. "I can't say that I am succesful at everything, but I try" says Alexei. "I am pleased that a creative career is developing for me now. Although I sleep only 5 or 6 hours in a 24 hour period, I am still very glad that everything occurs precisely this way. In the last two months I have been introduced to an enormous quantity of new and interesting people." Alexei goes on to say "The recent operation on my hip joint was completed exactly in order so that I may return to eligible competition but three weeks ago in Germany I was carried out from the arena and could not finish my number. Apparently, the remaining joint is so worn that the probability to come out amongst the amateurs is negligible." Alexei gives assurances that his personal life is "on the rise" and describes Vika as a very able-bodied person who extends enormous effort for the realization of stated goals but there is nothing between them other than as partners on the ice. Alexei says he greatly respects Vika and his only wish is that she eats a little less before a performance. After reading this interview I suddenly feel very hopeful for Alexei. He is truly multi-dimensional. There is just so much for him to do and experience and I am happy that he has so much untapped talent and interest in other areas of life. He sounds so positive in this article that I can't help feeling excited for him. And......even though it was initially hard to accept there is a large part of me which is relieved by his decision not to pursue eligible competition...... Karenna (letting out a big sigh......)
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RE:Alexei's Book -
(Date Posted:06/12/2007 18:49:38)
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RE:Alexei's Book -
(Date Posted:08/12/2007 21:59:43)
I can't help but laugh at Babel Fish... Ice Age is translated "Glacial Period" I'm so sad that there will be no return to eligible skating, even though I knew it was such a long shot. I didn't even believe it at first - I thought it must surely be a rumor... It's best that he is not in pain. I'm glad for that. I agree, it's the right choice. Darn it, though! Virago
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RE:Alexei's Book -
(Date Posted:18/12/2007 12:28:06)
After the sad news that Alexei will not be able to return to competative skating I thought this link might cheer people up. New picture on Kathleen Bangs website from his book........One can only imagine if Alexei is copying the pose competely! 
http://www.ka-bangs.com/ice/Details.aspx?AlbumID=128&Page=0 Sharon
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