Broken

of promises and bonds

Promises made
and promises broken
this ring on my finger
is but a token
of a life detached
from reality.

Your house of cards
has fallen in
revealing the lies
that dwelt within.
You broke this bond
now leave me be.

About This Poem ▶︎

Written For: Week 16 of "Promptly Poetry Challenge (2025-2026)" 
Prompt: PROMISES
         minimum of 12 lines, no max
         use the prompt word in your poem (promise or promises)

Line Count: 12
Sestets rhymed ABCBDE/FGHGIE