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The Faroe Islands, Rugged Unspoiled Beauty

By Don Kiselewski, 600 kilometers (372 miles)
MCC, D.S., westward of Norway and
Palm Beach Gardens 300 kilometers (186 miles)
Travel Leaders northeast of Scotland, and
Although it is believed about the same distance
that St. Brendan and a group to Iceland, further to the
of Irish monks first spotted northwest.
the Faroe Islands some Some 49,000* residents
1,400 years ago, there is no live on 17 of the 18 islands
unequivocal proof of their – only Lítla Dimun is
presence. The group was unoccupied. The town of
known to have sailed in these Tórshavn on the island of
waters, and there is proof that they landed on other islands Streymoy, at approximately
in the area; however, it is quite possible that they missed the 13,000* residents, is the
Faroe Islands completely. After all, the prevailing rain, fog and capital and by far the
mist normally form a concealing shroud around the islands. largest community in the
These weather conditions average 280 days a year. The only Faroes. What it lacks in View over central Tórshavn and Bokjarabrekka Street. Photo by Vincent van Zeijst
argument for the prior visits pubs and clubs, it makes up
from the outside world was for in picturesque charm.
the wild sheep that roamed Tórshavn was named for
the island when Landsmenn, the Norse god Thor, one
the first Norse settlers, arrived of the most powerful of
in the ninth century. Someone the ancient deities. Havn
must have left them when they means “harbor” and the
departed the island. These combination of these two
Landsmenn were gentle words translates to “Thor’s
farmers who feared the Viking Port.” Tinganes, a name
hordes that terrorized the given to a small peninsula
mainland of Europe. that juts out from the island,
Unfortunately, the is where Tórshavn began
treeless Faroe Islands are a thousand years ago. The
not prime farmland, so for first Norwegian settlers
more than a millennium the established the Alting Pilot whales following the grindadrap. Photo by Erik Christensen
people of the Faroe Islands (parliament) on this site,
have relied on the sea for which makes the town the oldest continuing national in 1946 and function as an independently functioning
their sustenance. Likewise, capital in Europe at more than a thousand years old. The government under the Kingdom of Denmark. They have
their economy has risen oldest construction in the city dates from the 14thcentury refused to join the “motherland” and the European Union.

and fallen based upon the and provides a unique insight into the Faroese lifestyle, The Faroese have their own flag, postage stamps, and
waters surrounding the 18 characterized with sod roofs for insulation. print their own money.
islands that make up this The Faroese wear traditional Although the Danes believe that the Faroes are as much An old Faroese legend says, “When the earth was
independent nation located attire for Olavsoka, a national a part of Denmark as Copenhagen, the Faroese believe created, the foreman on the job cleaned his fingernails and
in the North Atlantic Ocean. holiday of the Faroe Islands. that they are an independent nation under the protection
The Faroes are located Photo by Don Kiselewski of Denmark. The Faroe Islands were granted home rule The Faroe Islands on page 11
Pet Matters

by Pat Deshong, President of Furry Friends Featured Adoptables
Adoption, Clinic & Ranch, June 2021
Luna
“For the Love of Animals” Lovely Luna is a 3 year old
features real stories happening tabby cat in need of a loving
at Furry Friends in Jupiter. We home. She is a gentle cat who
are The Humane Society of is shy at first but will warm
Greater Jupiter/Tequesta and the up to you with just a little bit
only no-kill shelter open to the of love and patience. She is
public in northern Palm Beach mostly white with big beautiful
County. We’ve been rescuing, yellow eyes full of love and the
rehabilitating, and re-homing floofiest gray tail you’ve ever
the homeless animals in our seen! Luna is the loving, soft, fluffy companion missing from your
community for more than 30 home. Please submit an application to come in and meet Luna,
years. Our not for profit 501c3 she is located at our Ranch in Palm City.
organization consists of our
Jupiter based Adoption Center, Charlie
Veterinary Clinic (open to the
public), Thrift Boutique, and Charlie is a 5 year old
Palm City Ranch. Shepherd/Belgian Malinois
mix who is seeking an adult
I am honored and proud to be the President of an organization only home for his retirement
years. No children please.
that touches the lives of people and animals every single day.
As an essential business, we never closed our doors during the His ideal home would be with
challenges we all faced during the pandemic. Our staff remained someone who has prior breed
on the front lines with our clinic doors open to serve our clients experience and understands
in need of care for their sick animals. Our shelter never wavered how smart Charlie is. Charlie
from providing a safe harbor for the abandoned and abused. has hip dysplasia. He can
We simply can not accomplish our life saving mission without enjoy walks and anything
your support. Every dollar enables us to make miracles happen that is not high impact or too
for the many animals in desperate need. Please consider monthly rigorous, like swimming (good thing we live in Florida)! Charlie
giving - a donation of just $.83/day which would feed a dog or cat is an amazing dog and will make a great companion.
in our care for an entire month! We need your continued support
now more than ever. Here are a few figures to demonstrate just
how far your donation can go:
● Your donation of $20 can provide flea/tick & heartworm
prevention for a shelter dog or cat for one month.
● Your donation of $40 can provide food for 10 shelter dogs for
about a week.
● Your donation of $60 can provide medical exams for a shelter
dog and cat.
● Your donation of $100 can provide rescue for animals in an
emergency.
May 29, 2021 will mark our 40th anniversary as the Humane
Society of Greater Jupiter/Tequesta, Inc. We share this milestone
with you as we have accomplished this together.
Please reach out to me directly if you would like to tour our
facility or if you have any questions. My door is always open and
I can be reached at (561) 935-1678.
Blessings to you for your support and faith in us… all for the
LOVE of animals!

Patricia Deshong, President Paid Advertisement