My rear handled the situation adequately. I’d also fallen forward, earlier, with no damage. My main concern was my glasses!
We were there from about 1:00 - 3:00. A little after 2, a couple of middle school girls showed up for a figure skating lesson, so we got to watch them while we skated. One was very good, and the other showed potential.
Watching those budding skaters probably made you want to feel as much confidence on the ice as they do.
Voila? Splat!
Good figure skaters treat the ice like a soft cloud.
It’s nice to watch.