WoPoLi

Hello Dear Friend

Hello, dear friend, how good it is

To hear your voice, to feel your bliss

I’ve been away for quite some time

But now I’m back, shabby to shine.

Hello, dear friend, how sweet to hear

Your voice brings my heart so near

I’ve been away, away too long

But now I’m back, where I belong

Fear and pride drove me away

And caused my heart to go astray

But you, my friend, you never left

You followed me, despite my theft

Of precious time, of moments lost

But now I see, at what great cost

I pushed you aside, yet you remained

Patiently waiting, never complained

My fears and pride, they drove me out

To hide away, to scream and shout

But even in my darkest hour

You stayed with me, my friend, my power

I missed you, friend, oh how I did

But now I see, that though I hid

You followed me through all my pain

To wait for me, to say your name

Now I see, you were always there

Inside of me, with tender care.

You never left, and you never will

My dear friend with love so real.

So now I see, you’re always there

With arms wide open, full of care

I welcome you, to the very end

and say, “Thank you, Jesus, my friend.”

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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal

Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.

Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.

Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.

Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.

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