Volcano acting up

[Mitzi M]

Reading this thread made me think about how the issue of where lava will flow is a very old one on this island. A geologist friend of mine told me that it's predicted by the time Kilauea is extinct (whenever that may be) it will cover all of Puna at least once more with lava. I suppose some parts of the island would be a safer bet than others - but as for Puna? Seems like the old timers here take the attitude that you should live a good life and try your best not to make enemies of lava-making Goddesses. There are all kinds of Hawaiian legends about how people brought ruin upon themselves by failing to help or be polite to Pele when she was disguised as a regular person. Of course, like everyone else, I hope for the best. I just think there are some things that can't be controlled by human beings - but I like the idea that by being good to the 'aina and, maybe picking up that woman hitchiking in the rain at night might get you some brownie points.