As a Loved one is Dying

Watching loved ones in their fragile state,

A journey filled with anguish, deep and wide,

It’s a heavy burden, a daunting weight.

As we stand by their bedside, emotions we can’t hide.

It doesn’t get easier, that’s the truth we face,

We wish it were different, we long for a way,

Through the pain, we pray for grace,

To chase the shadows of illness away.

A heavy love, like a boulder on the heart,

The tears want to flow, but we hold them back,

We can’t bear to see them falling apart.

In silence, we sit, our spirits under attack.

Love – a choice we make, a path we tread,

We hold their hand, offer comfort and care,

In the darkest hours, where hope seems dead,

In our hearts, the love is always there.

As the days pass by, and the moments unfold,

Through the pain and sorrow, we find our way,

We cherish the memories, both new and old,

To honor the love that will never sway.

In the stillness of the room, we find our peace,

For love, a force that’s unwavering and true,

Though the heaviness in our hearts won’t cease,

Love is a choice. Love we offer, it’s all we can do.

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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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