THE STOPPED CLOCK

�It�s never the right time!� I hear them say
I hear it said both night and day

They rely on me to keep their pace
So that they can compete in the great rat race

I need a break, just taking a nap
As my overworked spring may one day snap

If for one day I do not chime
Is that in itself such a terrible crime?

Whatever they do
Or whatever they say
I tell the correct time
At least twice a day