Two Chairs by sharky_
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This is Gary's house with two of his chairs next to me on this little lava mound. He's a carpenter by trade and built this little two story house. At the time this picture was taken, lava was coming down the road and headed towards his house. We were hoping that it would just stop or go around his house. It didn't. There was no news media people around when his house caught on fire. But I was told that Gary did make a contract with one of his friend photographers Leigh Hilbert regarding pictures of his house on fire. Here is a little clip that Leigh made for the news "lava devoured home" . Aloha and thank you for viewing
Comments (46)
beachzz
A rather poignant foto, knowing now that his house is gone.
mbz2662
So sorry about the loss of his house.
blinkings
Mate thats bad luck.
rainbows
So sad to see what is lost. It is a wonderful little house. I hope Gary will rebuild, perhaps in a different place. Wonderful shot, dear Errol. I read the linked report. Hugs and Aloha. Diane. xx
jayfar
Two chairs became two chars then!! Lol. Nice shot.
durleybeachbum
Very moving video, brought tears to my eyes. So interesting to see this home before the tragedy.
babuci
Realy sad his house been lost to the elements, I am sure he is worked a lot to have it this nice. The video is quite dramatic and I am a bit surprise of the lack of report from a local tv/news station.
toddmiskimen
Give Gary an Aloha from all of us. Prayer's for Gary. He had such a nice home. :(
dakotabluemoon
It seems devastation is everywhere but when it hits home it really touches us all our prayers goes out to all of u from over here so be careful and thanks for sharing with us. Aloha
lucindawind
lovely to see what was !
0rest4wicked
Well he has the skill set to start over, that's good. I'll come and wire it if he doesn't know an electrician ;)
fredyair
Aloha all the way, the beauty of Hawaii, the irreverent power of nature.
barbdennist
Gary's home was very nice and I hope he can build another one equally as nice. I enjoyed seeing one of his dogs in the picture too. Sending warm wishes to Gary.
jocko500
that must be some old lava there for the grasss is growing up. I watched the vedio ...so sad to see it go up in fire. the chairs gives it a surreal feel here
flora-crassella
It harms that the lava did not make a detour......
mikeerson
I watched the videos... sucks Gary didn't have freinds in the construction business the could of dug some trenches to guide the lava in a different direction... If he lives next to another lava source, he might want to go ahead and dig the trenches.... It was wild watching it creep toward the house and it looks like it went straight to the stairs and said I'm home - just like an unwanted guest that kills ya in your own home ...thanks for the video link it was well wirth the watch.
sharky_
Mike...Building a trench wouldn't help. First, you would need a major construction company to dig the old lava rocks out to make a trench. Then the new lava would probably fill the trench, harden and cross over it. The river of lava is quite wide too. Can you imagine that the lava had built a bench of 44 acres plus in the ocean...then it collapse... Just to much lava to challenge... Mother nature is just to strong. Nice thoughts from you anyway. Aloha
redchilicat
This is such a unique and poignant shot. Very sad....
thevolunteer
This is so weird seeing two chairs on top of fairly fresh lava. Looks like he really had a BBQ....Aloha
BIGBEAR1965
I'm sad for your friends loss. I saw the video, the forces of nature can be devastating in whatever form they take.
emmecielle
You made an interesting series of photos!
Richardphotos
it is always sad when one loses their home.
tennesseecowgirl
Thanks for including the video I am going to go watch it now.. Have a great day!
kleinhoon
Nice picture, sad story..!!
tofi
Wow! This is a definitely different look! A sad and unfortunate story, though cool space here and set up! Must be such an interesting feel to be sitting out here knowing exactly what you would be "sitting on". I really did enjoy the series of yours Sharky!
kbrog
Sorry for Gary, but he needs to rethink how or where he builds his next home. I wish him good luck! Great capture!
moochagoo
Incredible atmosphere, bravo !
Charberry
It is sad to lose the home, but he can always build again. He has the right attitude. It is good to have caught it on camera. We have flood insurance and fire insurance here... would hope your friend has some kind of insurance too, or maybe they don't have that kind for this. Sad, but also a new beginning, too.
ragouc
Nice shot.
bmac62
Wow, that was a good video...just a very bad result for Gary. Thanks for this Errol. Unforgetable...