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Day of Remembrance for Unn the Deep-Minded
Unn was a powerful figure from the Laxdaela Saga who emigrated to Scotland to avoid the hostility of King Harald Finehair. She established dynasties in the Orkney and Faroe Islands by carefully marrying off her grand daughters. As a settler in Iceland she continued to exhibit all those traits which were her hallmarks - a strong will, a determination to control, dignity, and a noble character. In the last days of her life, she established a mighty line by choosing one of her grandsons as her heir. She died during his wedding celebrations, presumably having accomplished her goals and worked out her orlog here in Midgard. She received a typical Nordic ship burial, surrounded by her treasure and her reputation for great deeds. It is appropriate on this day to salute one's strong-willed female kin and friends.
