! It's Time For A Little Timelessness Poem by Michael Shepherd

I said to the stone,
What time is it?
The stone was silent.

I said to the eagle,
What day is it?
The eagle looked fiercely at me,
Then turned its head away.

I said to the oak tree,
How long were you there?
Silently, the oak tree grew.

I said to the worm,
How long will you take?
The worm continued on its way.

I said to the river,
What takes you so long?
The river ran as ever.

I said to the sun,
Shall we meet here tomorrow?
Shining, the sun gave no sign.

I said to the milk,
When was I born?
Flowing, the milk had no answer.

I said to the earth,
When will you expect me?
The earth held its peace.

And Pooh Bear looked at me very seriously
and said,
‘It’s always time for something..’