[meteorite-list] Naming planets, minor and otherwise

[tracy latimer]

Very few of the Polynesian gods and goddesses are suitable for naming 
planets perpetually in the Kuiper  Belt deep freeze; if we were still 
looking for planets inside Mercury (Trans Vulcan) we'd be in good shape.  
The only one that really seems appropriate is Poliahu, the goddess who rules 
the snow and ice atop Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa.  With global warming her role 
is shrinking; maybe she's a good choice for a minor planet!

Tracy Latimer