Insomniac

About this weathered room, I wander, bereft.
Dried rose petals by the piano, my sole reprieve,
in this shadowy room where love once left,
a tale of longing that time cannot retrieve.

I thought I left all my secrets at the door,
Wisdom, deception and love lost forevermore.
Does his fragile heart mirror mine to the core?

Regrets ruminate as they burrow deep,
drawing me down yet never to sleep.
To heaven, to hell, till my eyes, I close,
If memory will allow me to rest in repose.

In my spiral of doubt, the light fades slow,
Doubt, a blanket for my bed.
Yet dusk lingers, as my weariness grows,
Weariness, a pillow for my head.

My lullaby is a haunting chorus,
as I cling to the light,
yet sleep will not bed with me,
as I lie awake tonight.

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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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