My www.friend

In an online world that demands explanations, unwarranted,
Society’s weight on your shoulders leaves you heavy-hearted.
Though you strive to be the best, you are imperfect, yet true,
Still, to be judged harshly, we share this, both me and you

But here’s a truth, in the internal net of our digital story,
Social network friends need not share the same glory.
Divergent beliefs exist in this webbed world, wide and vast,
Understanding grows from a willingness to see beyond the cast.

In the cancel culture of discourse, healthy debates may rise,
Political storms that challenge, once accepted under different skies.
If we seek truth, we have no need for agreement at every single bend,
For respect and acceptance, like networked bridges, we extend.

To judge, online or off, is a toxic flame that scorches the soul,
A darkness that seeks to devour, turn off the power, and control.
Yet here we stand, still friends in this digital domain,
Honored not for conformity, but for the love we retain.

A social network friendship is a reverberation of grace,
A space where differences may still find a rightful place.
In the complexity of diversity, we defy the algorithm,
By supporting the good, and the differences, we gain wisdom.

Not compromise, but coexistence in this digital embrace,
Becoming better people, evolving in this virtual space.
So let social judgment dissipate. Big Tech has no clue,
in acceptance and love, our true selves recharge and renew.

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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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