Promises

in crystal boxes you will find
such tiny splendours that glow and shine
if you ever chance upon such pleasures
tread daintily and take careful measures

unlock these boxes to find a glimmer of hope
that wraps and warms the soul
like a golden rope
but wait, dont think you've found your goal

treat the crystal boxes with care
and your happiness will be far from measly
an unbroken box is rare
for they crumble easily

alas if u shatter the crystal box
saddness and pain will befall you
the golden rope becomes chains and locks
that hinders everything you try to do

hear this poem and beware
for promises are easily made
and easily broken