Obsession’s lair, an ode to Lexicon, a demon’s affair.
Take the apple of knowledge, call it a pear
or a bitten plum, temptation, juices of desire,
Words inspire like hell’s fire,
or looking into the eyes of a lover,
dig me down and with words cover
me in a blanket of literary, none other than a fervent bite
the fruit, unnamed, I shall write my own delight,
In the abyss, a night of desire, a passion, a glance
that sparks a fiery trance,
the lust for lexicon is an infernal romance.
The futility of words confined,
In the vastness of emotions, being blind
trying to bind is a futile attempt to capture the essence,
Of love’s labyrinth, an acquiescence of a linguistic presence.
Obsession’s tendrils hold a tightening grip,
In the chambers, of the mind like a sinking ship
emotions slip, for this lexicon ode, is a melancholy hymn,
In the oceans of words, we swim, where to begin?
The bitten plum, apple, or pear, a symbol of desire,
A taste of longing for something higher, a fervent fire.
Eyes of a demon lover, Lexicon is a tempting gaze,
In obsession’s maze, where my linguistic tongue plays.
An Ode to Lexicon
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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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