Sharing memories

My words are like a river’s flow, Through pages they gently go.
Will you take the time to read them?
Could another’s words convey, The feelings that I wish to say?
Do you feel the way I do?
My eyes reveal a hidden pain, A fear that holds me in its chain.
Do you dare peer into them?
You look away, but in your heart, You know that we are not apart.
I am human, you are human too.
My words speak of the unspoken, Of the things that are still broken.
Do my words cause you pain?
A glass of wine, a candle’s light, Quickens your blood with all its might.
Metaphors, fancy words, they are easier to bear?
But caution should be taken too, For too much sharing may undo.
Wouldn’t it be better if we could be honest?
In the end, it’s clear to see, That truth can cause great agony.
Don’t lies cause even more harm?
I hold on to memories so dear, In hopes that understanding will appear.
I share with you these memories.
In the end, If it’s just a dream, A reflection of the mind like a calm flowing stream.
Will you bathe in the water with me?
In these memories lies the key, To unlock the soul’s mystery.
I share with you, will you share with me?
Perceptions of truth we may never know, yet understanding may continue to grow.
When watered by our tears.

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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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