A watched pot never boils
My Grandma said it was true.
So I put a pot on the stove and watched
To see what it would do.

I stood there anticipating
And much to my surprise.
The bubbles started bouncing around
I couldn't believe my eyes.

It didn't take much time at all
Before the water began to roil.
And then I realized for sure
A watched pot really does boil.

Then as I stood there waiting
I began to realize.
The meaning was so much deeper
Than what I could surmise.

I can see clearly now just what she meant
You must never hesitate.
For things won't get done without effort
Don't just stand and wait.

©Betty Lindsey-
September 5, 2011