Still

If only time were still!-
With a patience that does kill
sounding of a tick-tock;
or an alarm bell
from the hands of a clock
Moving quickly through moments;
Can't freeze the tick-tock
Of hours passing by
From old Father Time
Fueling a mortal's shock!

Reality weighs heavy
Upon our thoughts
tick-tock tick-tock
How quickly life flies by
Time does not stand still
Waits for no one
Finds a clever thrill
In an unexpected mortal ending
tick-tock tick-tock
reminding us only once
Cherish the time given to you
by that infinite clock.

Copyright © 2010 L.Warren