A Memorable Excursion for the Elderly
- kwairiver Christian
- Feb 27
- 2 min read
On Friday, February 21st, we had the joy of taking 27 elderly and handicapped patients on an excursion to Sangkhlaburi. Our destination was the longest wooden bridge in Thailand and the serene riverside of Songkalia village, offering them a relaxing and refreshing experience.
We departed from our center in Huaymalai at 8:00 AM and arrived at the bridge around 8:45 AM. Before beginning our walk, we shared a simple yet satisfying breakfast of porridge, Ewkyarkwey, and tea.
The Lord blessed us with beautiful weather—cool and pleasant, without the glare of the sun—making it a perfect day for a stroll. Many of the elderly were overjoyed to walk on the wooden bridge, some for the very first time, despite having lived in the area for over 40 years. It was an honor for us to introduce them to this remarkable place.
One particularly touching moment unfolded on the bridge when an elderly aunty unexpectedly reunited with her long-lost cousin from Myanmar. They had not seen each other for over 30 years. Though she invited us to her home, our schedule was tight, and we couldn't visit. However, they exchanged contact information, promising to meet again soon.
After our walk, we continued to the Sangkhlaburi viewpoint, where we engaged in light exercise and sang praise songs together. There, we also celebrated the birthdays of those born in February, taking time to pray for them. As the elders rested to regain their strength, our team worked on arranging transportation for the patients with limited mobility.
By 11:45 AM, we headed to a restaurant near the Songkalia River for lunch, enjoying warm conversations and fellowship. Many of the elderly had never visited the places we explored that day, and their joy was evident. They expressed heartfelt gratitude for the experience and shared their hope of going on another trip like this in the near future.
It was a truly memorable day—one filled with laughter, reunions, and the simple but profound joy of seeing our elders experience new places and moments of connection.
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