WoPoLi

Glass and stone: age 15

My soul is trapped somewhere in the middle

surrounded by a ball of glass and stone

and I am on the inside alone and lonely.

I am not happy, though not sad just alone.

I am also on the outside among many others

amidst the hatred and evil out there.

and I am sad, though also happy

but I can find no love to share.

On the inside, I am safe as long as I stay there.

and farther draw myself within.

On the inside, I am empty and incredibly lonely.

whichever way I choose I can not win.

I wish to be happy and so I journey outside

but so much pain I encounter out there.

The farther I explore the more hatred I find

and very few people I see that care.

So my soul remains trapped in the middle

surrounded by a ball of glass and stone.

I can either be happy or incredibly lonely.

I can be safe or sad or left all alone.

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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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