Lies...

With in makeshift masks
On multicolored face false
Lies a rueful grin

Promises...

Promises hot made
Turn to blocks cold hard to break
Fulfilled melt as ice

Prayers...

Between mind and lips
A cup of unfulfilled wants
Spills bitter and sweet

20 08 08

Kesav Venkat Easwaran

http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/of-lies-promises-and-prayers/