I said to the stone,
What time is it?
The stone was silent.

I said to the eagle,
What day is it?
The eagle looked fiercely at me,
Then turned its head away.

I said to the oak tree,
How long were you there?
Silently, the oak tree grew.

I said to the worm,
How long will you take?
The worm continued on its way.

I said to the river,
What takes you so long?
The river ran as ever.

I said to the sun,
Shall we meet here tomorrow?
Shining, the sun gave no sign.

I said to the milk,
When was I born?
Flowing, the milk had no answer.

I said to the earth,
When will you expect me?
The earth held its peace.

And Pooh Bear looked at me very seriously
and said,
‘It’s always time for something..’

Michael Shepherd

http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/it-s-time-for-a-little-timelessness/