Questions While Journeying


I am in need of music,
a lullaby for the cat, I sing
a song for the rainy season,
low-voiced, a delicate thing.

O breath of Florida mornings,
where roosters call to the shorebird,
where love lies sleeping
in dreams where songs are not heard.

A miracle for breakfast—
or a prodigal’s dream yet to be?
A poem writ of insomnia,
or an argument with the sea?

At the fish houses, rain towards morning
fills the waiting room of thought.
Exchanging hats or rocks or roses—
We write letters to the wind of our lot.

Seascape of questions,
cirque of time—Strong will,
one art, one poem,
one’s first death, arriving still.

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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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