The Grand Old Clock

All alone in the corner of the room, 
proudly stands an old grandfather clock. 
His presence ever majestic looms, 
as he precisely tics and tocs. 

He counts every second of the day 
and every minute of our time. 
Never a word does he say, 
but every hour, in he chimes. 

The old gentleman is up in years
and never a moment does he lose. 
Through all the families' joys and tears, 
he never touched, his hands he could not use. 

Now the kids are grown and left the nest.
The house seems quiet and a little sad. 
The old grandfather clock never rests, 
as he watches over Mom and Dad. 




10 / 24 /18
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Awtry Avatar
December 1, 2018 at 2:34 AM
back with congrats!
Rushing Avatar
December 1, 2018 at 1:58 PM
Thank you, PS have a wonderful weekend.
Ashley Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 2:58 PM
Oh such wistful nostalgia and moving emotion fills your beautiful verses, Wren. I enjoyed the touching word play, imagery and affectionate tone of your poem towards 'the old gentleman' - superb poetry my friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan
Rushing Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 3:06 PM
Thank you Susan, always a pleasure to hear from you. Have wonderful Sunday.
Hinshaw Avatar
October 25, 2018 at 12:30 PM
A beautiful poem, Wren - my kind of poetry. Well written describing your old friend the grandfather clock. I have 2 g/pappy clocks and they become like old friends. One I bought in Germany made in 1876 and would I ever like to know the good and bad times it has witnessed!!! Best to you as you continue your poetical journey - Bob H
Rushing Avatar
October 25, 2018 at 12:39 PM
Bob I have never actually own one, but have always marveled at the craftsmanship that goes into those old clocks. I bet that old German grandfather is a real beauty. thanks and have a wonderful day.
Cunningham Avatar
October 25, 2018 at 11:06 AM
Lovely verse Wren, there is something about a grandfather clock. Would love one if I had a bigger house. Tom.
Rushing Avatar
October 25, 2018 at 12:40 PM
Thank you Tom, have a blessed day.
Krutsinger Avatar
October 24, 2018 at 10:35 PM
You have made him dignified, and magnificent in ways.
Rushing Avatar
October 24, 2018 at 11:21 PM
Caren I thank you and he thanks you.
Awtry Avatar
October 24, 2018 at 10:05 PM
"the old gentleman" :)
Gauthier Avatar
October 24, 2018 at 9:48 PM
Lovely poem, Wren. Beautifully done.
Rushing Avatar
October 24, 2018 at 10:05 PM
Thank you Line very much!
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