Time Bomb

Bursting into oblivion, Landing on Mars. It's not too far. Roving over mountains, Looking at the clock. The town clock has stopped. Momma said, " Be on time, I have to leave, At a quarter past nine"! I'm sure it's not too late, I have time. For one more skate. Down the street, Across the drive. Into the sidewalk. "Sakes alive". My Momma is standing there. She has a glare. Momma said, "Where have you been? It's a quarter past ten! My appointment for you at the candy store is at an end. Now off to do all the rest: Dentist, groceries, and bank." I missed out on the best. No candy for me. Just a test. Too see who can be on time. When blasting off. Way past the shrubs. Lifting my shoulders I gave a shrug. How can I answer? All the places I've been. Blasted by a time bomb, Without, And within. Next time, I might take a swim. Take a waterproof watch. Swim under water, And watch the clock. Tick tock, tick tock.