Leaving Russia

Next stop Istanbul!

Just sitting here in the airport waiting to board my flight and I'm experiencing an immense feeling of relief. I had a great time here but I realize now I've been feeling oppressed. I think it's the need to make sure I'm following the rules while being on my best behaviour which here essentially means letting everyone push in front of me. 

I'm looking forward to Istanbul. I was there in the late 1990's so I feel like I know what to expect. In Istanbul it's always fair to push so long as the competition is not elderly.