A plight, a child’s struggle, a fight.
Permission to be, denied, a decree,
Yet in the heart, free with might,
To wield a forbidden right.
In words and paper, a battle ensued,
yet questioned for an identity skewed.
Forced to conform with the others,
A struggle in silence, the ink-stained plea,
But the truth lies deeper, in the unseen,
Mismatched truth in gestures keen.
In the shadows of the heart,
So let the pen write, let the hands dance,
The world lacks nuance, beautifully rare,
no disability, no ailment, no disease,
just minds unique where challenges, and
struggles speak of a label misplaced.
As society stares at this Autistic unheard,
a unique mind, misunderstood, often blurred,
The world can not perceive, the beauty in difference.
Permission To Be
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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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