The clock is always moving. Its steady beat ticks on and on for eternity. It is always there, watching us, reminding us that were late, that time is limited, that the full glass of existence is leaky, and the fluid is slowly seeping out.
In this way a clock can actually be a pretty creepy item. It's almost a harbinger of fate, a reminder that time is not unlimited, and so we have to make every single moment precious and special. It is a reminder that things change, time passes, the world moves on, whether we are paying attention to it or not.
On the other hand, the clock actually detracts from the quality of the moments in our lives. Instead of re minding us to enjoy every moment, sometimes it looks down at us angrily, demanding that we do more. It reminds us of all the appointments that we have to keep, all of the jobs that we have to do, all of the toil that awaits us, every ticking moment of the day.
This can be almost insidious, with the clock driving us like a slave driver, pushing us ever forward to the next task, never leaving us with enough time to stop, and enjoy the life we are too busy to notice. The clock is actually one of the greatest motivating tools in history. It ensures people will arrive on time; it makes certain that they know how quickly a task has to be accomplished, and it strives always to remind us that there is more to do, before the hand reaches that next line.
This dichotomy is the very essence of the clock. It moves us forward, and yet always reminds us that time is limited. It calls for us to hurry, while also beating steadily, while we sit in quiet contemplation. It has a dual nature, which is akin to the dual nature found in humans everywhere.
In this way a clock can actually be a pretty creepy item. It's almost a harbinger of fate, a reminder that time is not unlimited, and so we have to make every single moment precious and special. It is a reminder that things change, time passes, the world moves on, whether we are paying attention to it or not.
On the other hand, the clock actually detracts from the quality of the moments in our lives. Instead of re minding us to enjoy every moment, sometimes it looks down at us angrily, demanding that we do more. It reminds us of all the appointments that we have to keep, all of the jobs that we have to do, all of the toil that awaits us, every ticking moment of the day.
This can be almost insidious, with the clock driving us like a slave driver, pushing us ever forward to the next task, never leaving us with enough time to stop, and enjoy the life we are too busy to notice. The clock is actually one of the greatest motivating tools in history. It ensures people will arrive on time; it makes certain that they know how quickly a task has to be accomplished, and it strives always to remind us that there is more to do, before the hand reaches that next line.
This dichotomy is the very essence of the clock. It moves us forward, and yet always reminds us that time is limited. It calls for us to hurry, while also beating steadily, while we sit in quiet contemplation. It has a dual nature, which is akin to the dual nature found in humans everywhere.
About the Author:
This article was written by Jim Slate, a designer and manufacturer of decorative wall clocks made from real pieces of mountain born natural stone. There are a wide variety of clocks available made from slate, travertine, sandstone, and marble, each available with a variety of face and customizable options, ensuring that your timepiece will be a custom work built just for you.
