There once was a sailor,
well-seasoned and wise,
His heart was anchored firmly
in the ocean-no ties.
He was married to saltwater,
the ocean’s embrace,
A love that transcended
every man-made place.
He, the sailor, in memories and dreams,
in all waters, he’d roam.
through his journeys,
beyond the world’s wisdom, he’d known
the embrace of both land
and the salt water’s pledge.
Now as an old man,
he resides by the water’s edge,
but by the water, on the land,
he will never find his home,
until his soul is carried away
to eternity by the ocean’s foam.
The Old Sailor
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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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