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A Diamond Head Sunrise

A predawn hike with flashlights to the top of Diamond Head, a little less than a mile In and out of lava formation to An elevation of about 600 feet... My anticipation fades to concentration On keeping pace and breathing. Nearing the top, adrenalin meets excitement. Dark of night clears to soft daylight. I Hear the words, "Rarely have we seen..." Echo. From the colorless world of Addiction to this vast brilliant and vivid Display of sunrise is humbling. A Soft breeze seems to push pillow clouds Under an azure cover, carrying re- Newed hope from our sunrise meeting for Recovery into this breathtaking world... Into this day... to possibly help someone Suffering. For today and this experience, I am Eternally grateful. July 21, 2018 *"Rarely have we seen..." from Alcoholics Anonymous Literature, 'How It Works'. August 2, 2018 - Dusk or Dawn Contest by Emile Pinet N/A

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Robertina B.

Date: 8/15/2018 5:52:00 AM

Such an amazing acrostic , Susan .. Stellar imagery.. I feel as if I'm transported there.. Absolutely wonderful, with a message.. Blessings!!

Susan Gentry
Date: 8/15/2018 9:02:00 PM

Why, thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for reading and commenting. :)

Sandra Haight

Date: 7/26/2018 10:50:00 AM

Such lovely imagery presented in this awesome Acrostic poem, Susan! Beautifully written, and best wishes for the contest. Hugs, Sandra

Susan Gentry
Date: 8/13/2018 5:36:00 AM

Thank you Sandra. Was a N/A but that's okay.

Robert Lindley

Date: 7/26/2018 8:28:00 AM

Dawn being the first stroke of a paintbrush on a masterpiece, your inked beauty deeply shines my friend... Another bright gem to add to my fav list..

Susan Gentry
Date: 8/13/2018 5:35:00 AM

Thank you so much! I appreciate you!

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 7/25/2018 4:39:00 AM

Wow, Susan: I have done this hike many times ...your Acrostic captures it perfectly. Dawn is the most wonderful time of day. SuZ

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/25/2018 9:43:00 PM

Thank you, Suzanne! How lucky are you!! That was my only time and it was awesome. Appreciate your commenting.

Agnes Krampe

Date: 7/25/2018 2:03:00 AM

Great acrostic with a powerful message. Good luck in the contest.

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/25/2018 2:56:00 AM

Thank you, Agnes.

Frances Schiavina

Date: 7/24/2018 12:00:00 PM

Excellent! Colorful vivid imagery in contrast to the colorless world of addiction. Well done.

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/25/2018 2:56:00 AM

Thank you, Frances.

Winged Warrior

Date: 7/23/2018 8:49:00 AM

Hey! Hey! Hey!...a diamond head of an acrostic Susan...enjoyed...^WW^

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/23/2018 5:05:00 PM

Thanks so much, WW!

Roy Pett

Date: 7/22/2018 6:43:00 PM

Excellent acrostic Susan, could imagine the experience as I read this, good luck in contest. :))

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/23/2018 5:03:00 PM

Thanks, Roy. Your comment is appreciated. :)

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/22/2018 6:31:00 PM

wow, not only beautiful imagery but also the message. A stunner!

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/23/2018 5:02:00 PM

Why thank you, Andre!! Appreciate this wonderful comment!

Harry Horsman

Date: 7/22/2018 3:35:00 PM

Thank you for sharing this wonderful poetry with us all Susan..truly moving. love it so much.

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/23/2018 5:02:00 PM

Thanks, Harry. Appreciate your comment.

Charles Messina

Date: 7/22/2018 5:44:00 AM

Wonderful acrostic Susan, very well done! As I was there with you, I thought for a minute I was going to see a diamond head snake..."and run" lol Good luck in the contest...Charlie

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/22/2018 10:26:00 AM

Omg, that was you? Lol. I remember somebody being real jumpy lol. Thank you, Charlie.

Viv Wigley

Date: 7/22/2018 1:30:00 AM

Lovely piece, hugely atmospheric, Susan. Viv x

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/22/2018 10:24:00 AM

Thank you, Viv.

Becca Teagan

Date: 7/22/2018 12:47:00 AM

Wow this is an amazing acrostic! I really enjoyed reading this.

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/22/2018 10:23:00 AM

Thanks, Becca.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/22/2018 12:10:00 AM

A very beautiful acrostic Susan! I look out at Diamond Head every day with awesome colors at sunrise. Especially with the VOG that sometimes rolls in making the colors even more brilliant. Best of luck in the contest. : )

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/22/2018 10:23:00 AM

Thank you. How awesome is that? You live in my Paradise then. :) I've only visited but love it there.

Aqua Marine

Date: 7/21/2018 5:34:00 PM

A touching "resurrection/rebirth" to a new way of life, released from the darkness of addiction. Dawn presented not just as personal hope, but to bring new light to someone still in the dark. Heartwarming words, Susan!

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/22/2018 5:55:00 AM

Thanks so much, you!! Hope you're doing okay. :)

Daniel Turner

Date: 7/21/2018 4:28:00 PM

There is something special about standing on a mountaintop with clouds at eye level. You look down and see just how insignificant we really are. . I was right there with you Susan. Lovely view!

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/22/2018 5:53:00 AM

So true. Exactly! Thanks so much! :)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/21/2018 4:05:00 PM

Beautiful acrostic Susan, there is no better time of day, sad that so many have never experienced it. Tom

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/22/2018 5:51:00 AM

Thanks, Tom.

Jan Allison

Date: 7/21/2018 1:19:00 PM

A beautifully descriptive acrostic Susan, I felt I was on the journey with you:-) hugs jan xx

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/22/2018 5:50:00 AM

Thank you, Jan!