In order for our love to grow
it takes the effort of two.
how deep does your love flow?
Is it as deep as my love for you?
How much should I take?
Before I have taken too much?
How often can one heart break?
Have I not given enough?
How long should I go on
without a loving touch?
I think it’s about time
I start calling your bluff.
You say I know very little,
but I know some.
You say I do very little,
but it’s better than none.
I try very hard,
though you say “not at all”.
I try not to stumble
when you say I’ll fall.
It may be I have taken too much.
It may just be
I haven’t given enough.
It may just be
you need my loving touch.
I think it’s time
I start calling your bluff.
The bluff: age 20
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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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