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Abode of the Beloved

Are you looking for me, O friend?
Not in gardens of fleeting bloom,
Not between the poles of thought,
But in the hush of love’s deep room,

In the abode of the beloved.

Wake up! Why do you go on sleeping?
The river is crossed, the veil is torn,
I burst into laughter—the fish are thirsty!
Yet they swim where they were born,

In the abode of the beloved.

Brother, I’ve seen time chewing slowly,
Grinding stones turn grain to dust,
Illusion, reality—scenes passing,
Knowing nothing, yet I still trust

In the abode of the beloved.

O servant, where dost thou seek me?
Not in temples, nor the sky—
But in the heart, the humbled beating,
Where love and longing intertwine

In the abode of the beloved.

I’ve burned my own house down,
Now I wander, bound by none.
You pluck your eyebrows, dressing in gold—
Yet your soul remains undone

In the abode of the beloved.

Oh friend, I love you—think this over.
The swan must fly, the cage must break.
Hang up the swing of love today!
Lose yourself—for love’s own sake

In the abode of the beloved.

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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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