On my way (for real!)

привет, my friend!

My lovely passport arrived on Tuesday with a lovely Russian visa stamped on it. My ticket was issued yesterday, so I'm on my way in just about 5 hours.

My farewell party was fun, and thankfully nobody roasted me. It was held at a great bar on the rooftop of the Library Hotel. Awesome food, specially the crab cakes and beef teriaky sticks.

Packing is also done, here's a picture of my suitcases. Not too bad for someone who has to be there for 6 months during winter -- heavy coats took half the space of the black upright bag...

I'm flying direct to Moscow via Delta, so I should be there in about 24 hours from now.

Livia has been pretty sad, which kinda sucks. I am going to miss her dearly, and it breaks my heart to leave her alone. These will be the longest 180 days in history...

More posts when I get there.

пока!