Another fine day in Latvia!
Bauska Castle was a lovely sight in the early morning light, above the rushing waters of two rivers and in the bright sunshine...
Rastrelli's Rundale Palace was beautiful in the warm spring air...the exterior was stunning, and we had not yet seen the interiors!
The designs and decorations in each room were eye-popping in intricacy and color!
Just think of all the staff the Duke and Duchess would need to keep such a house!
We drove through the lovely countryside, enjoying the warm spring day. We made our way to a Latvian Memorial park honoring the Latvian men whose lives were lost in WWII.
I was honored when Inga pointed out the name of her Grandfather etched with care on the monument.
She shared with me the story of her Mother's recollection of hearing the news that her Father had been killed, but she never learned where he was buried...
It's not a proper afternoon in Latvia for me without a bit of Latvian coffee culture and a visit to a famous bakery Laci!
Inga's son has been a fantastic driver and is now my Latvian Brother!
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