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We waited in our seats as the other passengers hurried to get up and get off. Taking our time and giving ourselves distance helped me. More like a comfort I guess. Like Dad said earlier, these strangers are in a hurry to get on with their lives. They aren't here to bully anyone or even make conversation. 

Because of the five-hour long flight and the three-hour jump forward, it was already evening when we got to the hotel. We barely had enough time to change into our A's gear and then immediately left for the stadium. And by 'left', I mean we walked out of the hotel and continued to walk to the stadium. Our hotel was only two blocks away from the stadium. 

We weren't the only ones walking. The sidewalk was full of fans, mostly Nationals fans though. Like 97% Nationals fans. There were only a few green jerseys spotted besides our group.