The Weight of Memories

The weight of memories is a burden hard to bear.
Their grip on my soul leaves me feeling bare.
Like a steadfast warrior, I won’t concede.

Like a stubborn rebel, I refuse to give in,
to the pain of the past that I carry within.
The weight of memories is a burden hard to bear.

I’ll fight with all my might to break free from the chains,
to live in the present and not let my past reign.
Like a steadfast warrior, I won’t concede.

The weight of memories, a heavy shroud I wear,
Their haunting echoes, a ceaseless, somber glare.
The weight of memories is a burden hard to bear.

I’ll break these chains of sorrow and despair,
Embrace the present’s grace, breathe in the open air.
Like a steadfast warrior, I won’t concede.

In the here and now, my spirit shall reign,
As I embrace each moment, and break free from the pain.
The weight of memories is a burden hard to bear.
Like a steadfast warrior, I won’t concede.

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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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