WoPoLi

The Sea of Green

Written in the fourth grade

A sea of green,

waves splashing against my legs.

Coolness surrounds me

but I am not wet.

I walk on the waves of the green sea.

I lie down in the sea of green.

Waves splash over my face.

I open my mouth to drink the sea

but only wind flows in.

I close my eyes and all sound stops.

I am asleep.

When I awake the sea of green is gone.

In its place is green cool grass.

The waves are gone.

In their place is the wind.

I slowly stand upright.

The grass brushes against my legs.

Coolness surrounds me.

I walk in the meadow of green.

I lie down on the cool grass.

The grass sways over my head.

I smile, close my eyes,

and the sea of green comes back.

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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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