Susan Gentry Poet Acrostic

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. August 15, 2018 at 5:52 AM Such an amazing acrostic , Susan .. Stellar imagery.. I feel as if I'm transported there.. Absolutely wonderful, with a message.. Blessings!! Susan Gentry August 15, 2018 at 9:02 PM Why, thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for reading and commenting. :)

Sandra Haight July 26, 2018 at 10:50 AM Such lovely imagery presented in this awesome Acrostic poem, Susan! Beautifully written, and best wishes for the contest. Hugs, Sandra Susan Gentry August 13, 2018 at 5:36 AM Thank you Sandra. Was a N/A but that's okay.

Robert Lindley July 26, 2018 at 8:28 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 August 13, 2018 at 5:35 AM Thank you so much! I appreciate you!

Suzanne Delaney July 25, 2018 at 4:39 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 July 25, 2018 at 9:43 PM Thank you, Suzanne! How lucky are you!! That was my only time and it was awesome. Appreciate your commenting.

Agnes Krampe July 25, 2018 at 2:03 AM Great acrostic with a powerful message. Good luck in the contest. Susan Gentry July 25, 2018 at 2:56 AM Thank you, Agnes.

Frances Schiavina July 24, 2018 at 12:00 PM Excellent! Colorful vivid imagery in contrast to the colorless world of addiction. Well done. Susan Gentry July 25, 2018 at 2:56 AM Thank you, Frances.

Winged Warrior July 23, 2018 at 8:49 AM Hey! Hey! Hey!...a diamond head of an acrostic Susan...enjoyed...^WW^ Susan Gentry July 23, 2018 at 5:05 PM Thanks so much, WW!

Roy Pett July 22, 2018 at 6:43 PM Excellent acrostic Susan, could imagine the experience as I read this, good luck in contest. :)) Susan Gentry July 23, 2018 at 5:03 PM Thanks, Roy. Your comment is appreciated. :)

Andrea Dietrich July 22, 2018 at 6:31 PM wow, not only beautiful imagery but also the message. A stunner! Susan Gentry July 23, 2018 at 5:02 PM Why thank you, Andre!! Appreciate this wonderful comment!

Harry Horsman July 22, 2018 at 3:35 PM Thank you for sharing this wonderful poetry with us all Susan..truly moving. love it so much. Susan Gentry July 23, 2018 at 5:02 PM Thanks, Harry. Appreciate your comment.

Charles Messina July 22, 2018 at 5:44 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 July 22, 2018 at 10:26 AM Omg, that was you? Lol. I remember somebody being real jumpy lol. Thank you, Charlie.

Viv Wigley July 22, 2018 at 1:30 AM Lovely piece, hugely atmospheric, Susan. Viv x Susan Gentry July 22, 2018 at 10:24 AM Thank you, Viv.

Becca Teagan July 22, 2018 at 12:47 AM Wow this is an amazing acrostic! I really enjoyed reading this. Susan Gentry July 22, 2018 at 10:23 AM Thanks, Becca.

Connie Marcum Wong July 22, 2018 at 12:10 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 July 22, 2018 at 10:23 AM Thank you. How awesome is that? You live in my Paradise then. :) I've only visited but love it there.

Aqua Marine July 21, 2018 at 5:34 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 July 22, 2018 at 5:55 AM Thanks so much, you!! Hope you're doing okay. :)

Daniel Turner July 21, 2018 at 4:28 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 July 22, 2018 at 5:53 AM So true. Exactly! Thanks so much! :)

Tom Cunningham July 21, 2018 at 4:05 PM Beautiful acrostic Susan, there is no better time of day, sad that so many have never experienced it. Tom Susan Gentry July 22, 2018 at 5:51 AM Thanks, Tom.

Jan Allison July 21, 2018 at 1:19 PM A beautifully descriptive acrostic Susan, I felt I was on the journey with you:-) hugs jan xx Susan Gentry July 22, 2018 at 5:50 AM Thank you, Jan!