He sits on the mantelpiece all fat and round
striking on the hour to a chiming sound.
With roman numerals and an antiquated face
ticking all day long at the same natural pace.
Striking at midnight to tell you a new day has begun;
then again every hour till the day is done.
It has a door at the back that's not very wide;
where a pendulum swings from side to side.
All it's works are packed neatly away,
so it can give you the right time of day.
It has a glass door that proctects it's face;
all packed up in a nice mahogany case.
It has a shine on it's woodwork that gleams like glass
and four little feet made of solid brass.
This conscientious clock will work all week long;
Providing it's wound up and doesn't go wrong
It has never been mended or had a spare part
and we have never had to shake it, to make it start.
This old clock, I knew was worth a mention
because it's sixty years old and time to draw a pension.
This is a recipe for one of the most delicious poems I have ever read, So nostalgic and comforting, Love Duncan
Sylvia, I still find time for rhyme. This piece floats so woderfuly withough any trace of forcing the style. The subjectis unique and you treat it with a humourous eye.
What a charming poem about an obviously well-loved clock. Beautifully detailed description 'all fat and round' and the last line a sheer delight. love this one. Allie xxxx
Very well done. So much of the common place is just waiting for the right poet to contemplate it. Mac Wilkey
Delightful read, Sylvia, and perfect in every way. Love Ernestine XXX
.. Oh, you sing the praises of old Mr. 'tick tock! '- very well. Great title for a very enjoyable poem! Sylvia, you are certainly gifted with a Poetic Eye and an abundance of Divine Talent to be able to capture what you SEE onto a paper canvass. You do...Poetically Impress! Deanna xx ..
A rhyme with a chime! ! Beautifully done with a cute ending! Brian
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
What a warm and charming tribute to a grand old clock. The sound of a ticking clock has always given me a very contented and secure feeling.10 for this one. Love, Sandra