The gene pool’s deep, or so they say,
But no lifeguard stands to save the day.
We’re left to swim, or sink below,
In waters where mutations grow.
Some dive right in, without a care,
While others drown in thin despair.
A ripple here, a splash of chance,
A game of fate, a clumsy stance.
With every stroke, a change is made,
In murky depths where traits cascade.
Survival’s luck, or nature’s schemes,
It might leave you floating, chasing genes
Yet still we swim, or tread the line,
In science where randomness is design.
No lifeguard’s there to guide our fate,
Just genes at play, with innate twists.
So here we are, both strong and frail,
A drifting mass where entropy avails.
The gene pool is vast, its depths un-shown,
But it’s the only pool we’ve ever known.
Gene Pool
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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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