The Mysterious Trunk

by Phyllis H. Beebe

Just what is in that mysterious trunk?
It could be treasure
Or it could be junk.

I wonder who had it before it was ours?
Where has it traveled?
How long were its tours?

Perhaps there's a chest of glittering gems
Hidden beneath
Ragged clothes hems.

If I reach in, what will I find?
Something exciting
That now will be mine?

Or a big disappointment
That's nothing but junk.
Just what is in that mysterious trunk?