03-09-2008, 11:52 AM
They wouldn't be the first to overlook Puna. Just look at the County of Hawaii when it came time to dole out amenities like parks, police, etc. Actually, I've seen several guide books which include Puna subtexts in the "East Hawaii" or even "Hilo" sections. One Kona-obsessed book's total reference to Puna was for a couple hours' drive on the Red Road if you couldn't find enough stuff at the volcano to keep you interested all day.
It's just as well. Most of those people wouldn't understand our cultural penchant for lava tube bunnies, sacrificing Brianna to Pele, or endless discussions of catchment water and which of our substandard subdivisions are the least substandard from any given person's point of view. Only a Punatic "gets" Puna.
Cheers,
Jerry
It's just as well. Most of those people wouldn't understand our cultural penchant for lava tube bunnies, sacrificing Brianna to Pele, or endless discussions of catchment water and which of our substandard subdivisions are the least substandard from any given person's point of view. Only a Punatic "gets" Puna.
Cheers,
Jerry