WoPoLi

Generational pain

For Momma, as a child, the pain was all she knew,
Her life was a blur, memories, a hazy view,
Running away, she decided to start anew,
Determined such pain, her family would never go through.

But her pain left scars, no laughter or tears to be found,
No love inside, no hope around,
Her pride kept the truth from being found,
Her love, though she tried never unwound.

I cried for Momma, loved her so,
Desperate for her love to flow,
Lied for her, just to let her know,
But never got to kiss her, her love she could not show.

She had her own ideas, hard to comprehend,
No holding hands, no love to extend,
Never allowed to cry, nor wounds to mend,
Little to do, her rules would not bend.

Momma couldn’t help the way she treated us,
But pain filled our lives, life a bitter fuss,
I thought Running away was the only plus,
Never to relive the pain, never the past to discuss.

I still love Momma, and pray for her too,
But lying for her is something I won’t do,
Her pain and pride, no longer my glue,
I’ll heal and grow, and start anew.

For in this of life, I’ve come to see,
The love I seek must first come from me,
To break the cycle, to set us free,
I’ll find healing, and let my love be.

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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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