Hold me Dear

I have faltered, this I know,

Hold me Dear, in your forgiveness.

Words, fail to rightly flow.

Hold me Dear, in my floundering.

No peerless form, nor fairest beauty’s grace,

Hold me Dear, as I age ugly.

Still with courage in my face with secrets tucked away,

Hold me Dear, in silence where whispers are not heard.

Scars mark life’s twisted way. I dress in honesty.

Hold me Dear, for the truth is bitter to the eyes.

With no hidden false intent, I appear, without resent.

Hold me Dear when I contradict all that I have said.

with flaws and grace, in my rightful place.

Hold me Dear when I am wrong.

Imperfectly, I am.

Hold me Dear, while others stray, if I stray,

Hold me Dear, every day.

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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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