Promises

I do not care for promises.

I know that when they are made, the people making them generally believe that they are going to hold up to what they say.

But, all too often promises are naught but words that never become truths.

Don't promise me flowers.
Surprise me with them.
Don't promise me dinner.
Just come over with groceries in hand.
Don't promise me time.
Show up to listen and be heard.
Don't promise me love.
Love me consistently over time in word and deed.
Don't promise me forever.
Until you put your ring on my left hand.