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| Pele (by Arthur Johnsen) |
The
gentleman, a soldier in training, had
climbed over the safety railing in
order to get a better look at the goddess’
alleged home. Humans don’t
easily get away with such trespassing. Pele decided to teach him
a thing or two about respectful boundaries.
Known
for her jealousy and power (a
dangerous combination), Pele could
have done much worse. When the
man fell toward her steamy trap, he
could have dissipated within a lava-laden
moment. Instead, he landed
on a “narrow ledge about 70
feet down.”
Although
"seriously injured," he might
want to count his blessings. Not
all that many have survived Pele’s
hot-tempered passion.
Resources
http://time.com/5582704/man-falls-hawaii-kilauea-volcano/
Copyright May 4, 2019 by Linda Van Slyke All Rights Reserved
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