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For A Quintain (Sicilian) Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Emile Pinet

 

 

Picture a tropical paradise - faraway Colorful leis of fresh fragrant flowers Worn by hula dancers that sway Sandy beaches and leisure filled hours Soft waving palms on a moonlit bay This island where mountains reach down to the seas You’ll be filled with Aloha wherever you go Soothed by the oceans and warm blowing breeze Each day assures us of a rainbow Everything dances here - even the trees As evening fades to pale orange light Beach boys sound a conch shell call Hawaiian torches burn into the night Ukulele’s strum- an instant heal all At last on vacation the world seems right Many people each of a different race From other lands have come to make a home To live in peace in this enchanting place And to here will return however far they roam Ko ‘Olina beckons them with silent grace

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Date: 11/19/2023 6:37:00 PM
Sounds like 'Paradise Gained, and Never Lost!' Eating my heart out, John Milton
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Date: 11/14/2023 10:15:00 AM
So beautifully wrought with your imagery and fine words Suz. Just lovely. :)
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 11/14/2023 3:52:00 PM
Hi Linda: How wonderful to have you visit. I lived in Hawaii for so many years. I learned the Aloha Spirit way to live. Cheers, Suzanne
Date: 9/5/2023 6:12:00 AM
Ahh , my friend your poem momentarily o me to island paradise with its wonderful cool breeze. I left this dull world and was surrounded with such magnificent beauty! A true gem and a fav or me. God bless you.
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Date: 8/30/2023 9:10:00 AM
A wonderful write/pretty flower picture. With your words you have painted a pretty write. Have a great/blessed day....................
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Date: 8/15/2023 12:00:00 PM
A utopia for most, SuZ. I been there once and would love to go back and stay. LOL Aloha, Bill
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Date: 8/11/2023 7:48:00 AM
An enchanting write Suzanne how are you and Those with you with the fires there though?? I wish you well '
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 8/11/2023 1:09:00 PM
Hi Joe: We moved from Lahaina long ago but our hearts are there with those who are suffering in this unbelievably tragic event. Thanks for checking in brother. SuZ
Date: 8/6/2023 11:07:00 PM
late at night i listen to Israel Kamakawiwo'ole sing Over The Rainbow' & 'What A Wonderful World' Medley and remember the tropical mountains of Nayarit spill into the Pacific Ocean...sitting on my balcony watching for the "Green Flash".....this accomplished the same as i wandered line by line thru this tropical path....awwww thank you so much https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z26BvHOD_sg
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Timothy Ray
Date: 8/11/2023 2:31:00 PM
it is the combination of the two i so love to hear....good messages
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 8/11/2023 1:12:00 PM
That is definitely my favorite version of Over the Rainbow. And What a Wonderful World is one of my very favorite songs. I love Nat King Cole’s rendition.
Date: 8/6/2023 8:27:00 AM
Beautiful and mesmerizing ~ brings me to an internal rhythm…. Lovely images and emotions fill me up and bring a smile to my face ! Belated congratulations on your win dear Suzanne ! Hugs, Susan :)
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Date: 8/1/2023 7:12:00 PM
Wish I were there! A stunning write, Suzanne! Congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim M
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Date: 7/31/2023 2:24:00 PM
Dropping back with many congrats on your podium placement, I knew this gem would do well for you:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 7/31/2023 2:11:00 PM
Congratulations Suzanne! Your poem earned you a distinguished place in my contest. You should be proud of your placing, there were many good poems submitted, yet your poem rose above them; well done, my friend, Emile.
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 7/31/2023 3:15:00 PM
Thank you so much, Emile, for your kind words. I feel very honored for my placement in your Contest. Take care, SuZ
Date: 7/12/2023 5:43:00 AM
Indeed a paradise you describe, SuZ. Much enjoyed your descriptions--as if I was there. Awesome photo! A sure winner!!
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 7/12/2023 6:13:00 AM
Thanks Vijay I especially remember the fragrance of the plumeria leis. It used to fill the airport when you arrived and the air was balmy without being obtrusive, In Australia we called the Plumerias Frangipangi, Glad you enjoyed, SuZ
Date: 7/11/2023 10:44:00 PM
"Each day assures us of a rainbow/ Everything dances here - even the trees" I am sure it is a wonderful place for tourists to visit and enjoy. Your descriptions have lent a heavenly ambiance to the place. Beautiful, dear Suzanne !
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 7/12/2023 3:24:00 AM
Yes dear Valsa: A dream destination for sure. You get caught up in the Aloha spirit. Thanks again for reading and sharing your thoughts, SuZ
Date: 7/11/2023 4:59:00 PM
Wonderful imagery and infomation about island vacations. I could really use a week or two on a tropical island about now. Even the thought of it is relaxing. Thanks for the e-vacation, my friend. Enjoy your Ko 'Olina, Bill
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 7/11/2023 6:12:00 PM
So glad you enjoyed your e vacation, Bill I lived in the Hawaiian islands for most of my life. It truly was a beautiful lifestyle. Best, SuZ
Date: 7/11/2023 1:29:00 PM
wow Suz, I feel I should pull my effort after reading this superb poem. makes me want to leap onto a plane, the imagery is just first class and the words dance off the page on a zephyr breeze. exceptional poetry! hugs jan xx
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 7/11/2023 6:15:00 PM
No Jan, Never do that. It is the reader that judges in the end and something in a poem that appeals to them is what decides merit in the end. Thanks for your gracious comment. SuZ
Date: 7/11/2023 1:08:00 PM
wow, what a place. Loved "even the trees" dance there. This is sure to please the sponsor of the contest!
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 7/11/2023 6:19:00 PM
Hi Andie Thanks for your visit and for leaving a comment. As I was writing this I had Connie in my thoughts. Still very sad about her passing. I hope she can read from this from Heaven.

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