I Am alone with my thoughts.
Finally, a moment.
Alone to remember my dreams.
I dreamed of you.
Someone to talk to.
You were there for a moment.
Standing at the counter in the bathroom
as I was getting ready for my day.
I was so excited.
All these things I wanted to say.
Clumsy me.
All of my thoughts and preparations
with a sweep of my hand fell upon the floor.
I knelt to pick up-comb and brush
and all the other essentials
needed for the morning rush.
When I looked up you were gone.
Clumsy me.
I lost the moment.
All these thoughts left unsaid.
I should understand it is a busy world.
There is no time to wait for the unprepared.
I woke up pretending you were still here.
Here I am now alone for a moment,
preparing all my thoughts,
all these things I want to say.
Clumsy me.
I need more than a moment.
Give me a day.
Give me A day: age 30
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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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