The Twelfth of Never

Some say the twelfth of never is an awfully long time Like infinity multiplied many times over by infinity How long it takes to find just the appropriate rhyme When my oldest son will establish a solid identity. A young lad, like me, longed for Christmas in May Wondered if his school days would ever come to an end, The nine months our parents waited for our birthing day How long it will take for a festering family rift to mend. The twelfth of never is an awfully long time, I suppose Stretching beyond the measures of time and space So, in all seriousness, with permission may I propose That we practice patience and greet every day with grace. FOURTH PLACE WINNER Written on November 24, 2020 For the Pick-a-Title Contest Sponsored by Edward Ibeh