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Would you think me ill? A Response Poem

“Would you think me ill if I laughed too loud? Would you shame me if I cried? If the truth would hurt and could not help, would you blame me if I lied? Would you pick me up if I fell down and would you join me on the ground if I couldn’t get up and I was afraid, would you love me anyway?”

I would not think you ill if you laughed too loud,

For laughter is the music of the soul.

And I would not shame you if you cried,

For tears can heal and make us whole.

If the truth would hurt and could not help,

I would not blame you if you lied,

For sometimes the truth can be too much to bear,

And a little white lie can be a comforting guide.

I would pick you up if you fell down,

And I would join you on the ground,

For together we can conquer any obstacle,

And find a way to turn our lives around.

If you couldn’t get up and you were afraid,

I would love you anyway,

For true love is not based on strength or power,

But on acceptance and compassion 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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