The Salvation Army opened the Patvērums Childrens Day Centre in March 2002 to provide a safe environment for underprivileged children from the local community in Riga.
Tuesday, August 30, 2005
Beach Trip
Last week 14 of us packed up our lunch, swimming costumes, towels, buckets and spades and headed to the beach for the afternoon.
As soon as we had put down our bags the children were off running into the sea only to discover that it was a bit on the chilly side! That didn't put them off though as throughout the afternoon they swam, built sandcastles, played on the swings and generally relaxed.
What made the trip even more worthwhile was that for one girl it was her first time to the seaside. She had a wonderful time and it was great to be a part of it.
There were many tired children (and adults) on the train as we headed back to Riga but we all agreed it was a fun way to end the summer holidays!
posted by Patverums Childrens Day Centre @ 6:00 pm
