In hidden places, small fissures spread,
Invisible to the naked eye, they thread.
A hairline fracture, a subtle sigh,
The beginning of a catastrophic divide.

A single crack, a tiny tear,
A fragile fault line, soon to appear.
Neglected, it grows, a spreading stain,
Weakening structures, causing pain.

In relationships, a misunderstood word,
A thoughtless gesture, a heart unheard.
In trust, a tiny fissure forms,
A bond once...