The Sum Between Us in Playful Proof

The Sum Between Us in Playful Proof

Σ(4u) — some 4 you (some for you)
Is a gift compiled, then handed through.
8∫u — ate is you (ate is you)
πr² ≈ pie are two (pie are too)
what’s taken in becomes us two.
(1 + 1)₂ = 10₂ (one and one become ten)
we change the form of what we knew.
In binary we don’t just add—
we change the form to—
something wholly new.
cot(u) + sec(u) — the cot you seek
a place of rest when nights are bleak—
care, comfort made real,
a shelter shaped where hearts can speak.
sin(θ) → sin(you)
sin(θ) bends toward sin(you),
sound shifts meaning as symbols do.
symbols learning how to feel.
and proofs turn tender, clear, and true.

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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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