The Clock

The second hand of time

Awakens me to life

“There’s nothing more to live for”

In my ear, whispers the lie

The face of Father Time

His hands upon the clock

Reminds, my time is fleeing

Tick-tock, tick-tock, tick-tock

I’m one heartbeat away

From passing through the veil

The alarm rings in my mind

Am I ready for heaven or hell?

I’ve life, a gift, to live for

Every breath to cherish

The winding key is out of reach

Someday, soon, I’ll perish