The Boast

Oh, I am sorry, did you think I’d boast,
Thou hast mistaken my intent, it seems,
Of being someone important, utmost?
I am a humble soul, with no lofty dreams.
I’m just a nobody, that’s plain to see,
But that’s just fine, it sets my spirit free.

Oh, I am sorry, if thou thought me vain,
I may not be a star in the grand show,
For in my modesty, I find my gain.
In my smallness, there’s a truth, you know.
I’m not important, and that’s quite okay,
For I’ll dance through life in my quirky way!

Oh, I am sorry, did you deem me grand,
I know my worth, or lack thereof, ’tis true,
Yet in this knowing, I find nothing new.
So I, in quiet solitude stand.
in my meekness, I embrace my fate.
A nobody, indeed, in modesty, I am great!

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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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