"The Pride of Peoria"

That's how the announcer just described Matt Savoie, Olympic figure skater, who just finished his short program to Barber's Adagio for Strings (the background music used in 'Platoon'). It was beautiful...fluid and soooo graceful...but not flawless...he bobbled one important jump. The telecast isn't over, but I believe he winds up qualifying in 8th place. (I heard the news earlier this evening

His choice of music was perfect, as was his costume...simple, understated, classy. As opposed to some of 'em.

Gawd...who thinks up these costumes for skaters, anyway? Some of the designers should be shot.

Did anyone catch Johnny Weir's getup? Great googly-moogly! It looked like a cross between some of those painted 'flames' like you'd see on a souped-up '57 Buick and a Spiderman costume...complete with the beaded, net...thing...on one arm. And what's with the one, red glove? Are we making some kind of statement?
If so...well...I'm thinkin the statement is "Look at what some idiot designer came up with."

And, how about the choreography? It doesn't seem like any of 'em want to have any fun anymore. Remember Scott Hamilton and his outrageous programs? The back flips? What FUN to watch! And you could just tell he was havin a great time, too.

Anywho, though I don't know him, I'm proud of Matt, not only for his beautiful skating, but for his open love of his hometown (which he's chosen to stay and train in)....AND for his taste in costumes.

I'm keepin my fingers crossed for a medal.