Patriot : age 14

by Sally Ann Houston

We the people,

We are blind.

We do not wish to see.

That many people are unkind

and we’re not really free.

We hide behind mighty guns,

force others to their knees.

Those of difference we shun

and don’t listen to their pleas.

We fight in foreign wars.

It is Power that we seek.

We fight upon foreign shores.

We fight against the weak.

Though many American men may die

in these wars that we fight,

Though their families mourn and cry

we still proclaim it right.

For this is the home of the brave

and the land of the free.

So now we fill this grave

in the name of liberty.

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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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