Prime, a flower at its time of greatest productivity.
With power and vigor, in the time of maturity.
A prime number, like a blossom in its prime,
In moments of prosperity, stands the test of time.
Prime, you are maturity, vigor, a flower by my side,
Prime, unique, in numbers, and in you we confide.
Prime is a number untouched, by factors but one,
In its solitude, it shines like the sun.
You are my prime, and I, your constant one,
Together we’re a journey, forever to be spun.
Though you, the prime, are greater, it’s true,
I, the unit, hold significance in what I do.
The building block of numbers, for sure,
In the realm of integers, I’m the very core.
An identity, a symbol, in this mathematical dance,
In Peano’s axioms, I find my stance a chance.
Axiomatic, I merit my own existence’s worth,
In the world of numbers, from my humble birth.
As we entwine, you the prime, I the one,
Together we’re complete, our journey begun.
In the liminal space where love and math entwine,
We’re a prime pair, a union, forever to define.
From the Poet and the Mathematician-A Private Poem: Prime
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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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