Degrees Don’t Matter
Degrees don’t matter, more or less,
It’s the wisdom gained that defines us.
In the halls of learning or a back room,
Knowledge transcends any space, ask Zoom.
Live life, embrace its lessons profound,
In classrooms or garages, wisdom is found.
The library’s hush or a friend’s dad’s barn
Every corner holds the potential to learn.
Take your time to live life and take a chance.
Learning unfolds in each circumstance.
Through the ebb and flow of life’s subtle turns,
in the quiet spaces, we still find lessons to learn.
If you better yourself in the back room or back row,
or amidst the shelves, your knowledge will grow.
Degrees don’t measure the soul’s ascent—
it’s the lessons learned, the self’s augment.
They can take your possessions, wealth, and gold,
But knowledge and growth are a treasure you hold.
No matter the path, the twists, or the bends,
True wealth is found in the wisdom that transcends.
Become the best version of who you are,
a beacon shining, whether near or far.
For in the pursuit of learning, you sow
the seeds of growth
— within you grow.
Degrees Don’t Matter
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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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