WoPoLi

Resolving conflict as an old woman.

I hear your words and I understand, the pain you feel, though– I can not understand.

Hearing and knowing are two different things. I am not you, so I will never know.

I see your doubts and your fears, your confusion, and your tears.

I relate with my own tears and confusion, my own fears and doubts, not yours.

You say you love me, but it’s hard to feel when the trust between us isn’t real.

I appreciate your apology and your regret, it shows that you don’t want to forget,

But memory is unreliable. Truth is a matter of perspective. A collection of experiences.

The bond we have and the love we share, I believe you truly care.

I believe because I choose too, and because I know I truly care.

Let’s work together to build trust, and to mend the bond that we know we must.

Yet, in truth, I don’t know how and neither do you. So we just go through—the niceties.

Let’s communicate openly to truth be true so that our love can grow strong and renew.

Yet I know that will never happen. We have love enough for each other. Let’s not risk the pain…

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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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