The Heartland
Mother of men your heartland beats strong,
where the lakes are deep and rivers run long.
Beneath your hills, the tall woods grow,
and the quiet strength of life runs through.
The rivers divide the fields from wooded land
where mountains in silence next to the cities stand.
Their timeless watch is a steadfast grace,
a shelter for the human race.
The hands that work, the hearts that beat,
shape the rock at the mountain’s feet.
In summer’s green and winter’s frost,
to know the worth of nothing lost.
O’ motherland of rugged sons,
where work is prayer until the day’s done—
You mold the men who heed your call,
to stand, to rise, to never fall.
The river flows, both wild and free,
May she remain free for an eternity.
Carry our dreams across this country-wide,
through America’s heartland—let freedom reside.
The Heartland
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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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