i had a short layover in riga, latvia. but it was just long enough to find my way into the city and ascend the steeple of the tallest church in town before the sun went down. and buy some delectable latvian pastries. and wander around at night for a while. it was freezing! and everyone was watching hockey as a pastime! it reminded me of my canadian home. the baltics have really done well for themselves post-communism. downtown riga is nothing short of glamorous!
