My daughter, born into a world of plight,
the world seems blind, but you are my sight.
Each line I trace upon your face
is a map of peace in war’s embrace.
The world is torn. No order is found,
where death sings a low mournful sound.
An epicedium for lost daughters, lost sons,
their lives undone by cold steel guns.
But you, my child, you breathe life into Isreal,
A gift of God for he knows too well.
That even the land remembers broken cries,
and that in your eyes, our future lies.
Cease-fire may come and the battles cease,
the soldiers may lay in quiet peace.
Yet Israel still bears the cost,
of those who fought and those we lost.
“It is fitting to die for one’s country,” they said,
but honor fades when so many are dead.
Yet here you are, my living grace,
A quiet hope in your soft face.
In you, the wars are left behind,
a hope that heals both heart and mind.
My Daughter, the Gift of God
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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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