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against them - constant tearing winds, bitter cold, darkness, scarce food, exhausting

hikes from the heights of cliffs to the sea at least twice daily! And yet, they prevail.

No wonder Klemens studies them and works to preserve them. AND, he gets to hug

them! I wanted to cuddle one so much myself!

The walk back from that marvelous experience did not seem to take nearly so much

time as getting there had done. The settlement family had supplied us with tea and

another rich & varied assortment of sweets from cakes and cookies to a delicious

little pancake thing. They were very gracious and we enjoyed the respite out of the

wind. Their teacups, saucers and dessert plates were most charming as well.

Then we began loading the Zodiacs for our last ride of this trip. The waves were kind

and the return to the ship quite easy. However, in 20-30 minutes we were all rejoicing

at the early start we had been afforded for the excursion to Westpoint Island. A

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