What was it like to become the first American woman to win gold in an Olympic downhill? -- François Xavier Warlomont, Libramont, Belgium
It was incredible. I didn't know that an American woman had never won a downhill. When I found that out after winning the race, it was really something special. I was just trying to ski well and accomplish a childhood dream.

How did you find the strength to ski with an injury? -- Erin Lack, La Crescent, Minn.
It's been a real challenge for me to be able to ski well despite this injury. I've been doing as much therapy as I can. I use castor oil. My mother-in-law's from Norway, and she's always liked old-school remedies. And I do laser therapy and massage. I pretty much do everything humanly possible to make it feel better.

There was a mixed response regarding how open you were to discussing your injury. Do you think that criticism was fair? -- Frank Pennisi, Bayside, N.Y.
Everyone has an opinion, and I can't stop that. I initially didn't want to tell anyone. That's why I kept it secret for a week. But it didn't heal the way I was hoping. I just felt like I wanted to be open with everyone. That was my choice. I think it was the right one.