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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
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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!! Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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.. Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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. Login to Reply 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. Login to Reply 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^ Login to Reply 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. :)) Login to Reply 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! Login to Reply 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. Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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. Login to Reply 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. : ) Login to Reply 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! Login to Reply 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! Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 7/22/2018 5:50:00 AM Thank you, Jan!