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Scissor Gremlins

I own ten thousand scissors,
(Or nine—who keeps score?)
They vanish, I think at night,
leaving me to buy more!

They giggle from the edge of somewhere,
Snicker from the back of the drawer—
While I’m reduced to kitchen knives,
cutting becomes a barbaric chore.

I chafe my yarn with butter blades,
I poke my thumb in pain,
And still those shiny silver fiends
Escape me once again!

Oh, Scissor Gremlins, laughing so,
Your mischief knows no bounds—
You hoard my shears in secret caves,
And dance in scissor rounds!

So if you see them creeping away,
All giggles, glint, and glee—
Please tell them I’ll forgive them all…
If they’d return just three.

This poem was inspired by my daughter in law who was overheard complaining about not being able to find her scissors though she possessed more than she could recall.

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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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