Firm Handshake
A Poem on the Fragility of Trust
Trust is a fragile commodity, difficult to earn, easy to break. That fragility contributes to the frailty of relationships.
It is a worthy investment, one that’s necessary to build and preserve. Enjoy how the five senses explore trust.
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I see your certain handshake, unwavering,
Hear your vows thrum like a steady pulse.
The smell of your presence, constant and unfailing
The taste of silent air, truths left unspoken.
And the touch of your hand—once firm, now slipping away.
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About the Creator
Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin
Hi, i am an English Language teacher cum freelance writer with a taste for pets, prose and poetry. When I'm not writing my heart out, I'm playing with my three dogs, Zorra, Cloudy and Snowball.
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Comments (2)
Oh that last line was so sad. Loved your poem!
I loved how reflective this poem is, Michelle. Once lost, trust is really hard to regain but it is also so fundamental to human relationships.