Empty

Last night, I felt “empty,” hollow, confused,
Yet deep inside, I knew—there’s more to lose.
Fragility, the “empty” weight of despair,
Something broken, yet still hanging there.

This morning, an ” mpty”—space in the world,
Something felt shifted, though nothing occurred.
The silence grew louder. The void alone sang
to a hollow in the soul where ” mpty”—ness hangs.

This afternoon, I felt ” mpt ” —the world decays,
A piece of me lost, yet the pain still stays.
So much I’ve surrendered, and yet it remains,
The “ mpt ” —constant in sad refrains.

This evening leaves me ” m t “—a hollowing sound,
Each part of me fading, no tether, no ground.
Do I dare wonder what more can be gone?
The fear of “ m t ” —tomorrows keeps pressing on.

For what lies ahead? A blank, nameless dread.
” ” —a space where even words have fled.
I fear the unraveling, the weight of the fall,
In this ” ” —silence, is there hope at all?

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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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