Repetition

Another square is crossed off in bright red ink.  
The strongest man couldn't hold back earth's orbit 
The clock’s hands can't be kept from ticking. 
Each week follows the same track as last. 

The strongest man can’t hold back earth's orbit. 
Each morning the sunrise is new. 
Each week follows the same track as last. 
You can never get one day back. 

Each morning the sunrise is new. 
Can beauty be found in monotony? 
You can never get one day back. 
Life is more than a glued down hourglass. 

Another square is crossed off in bright red ink 
Can beauty be found in monotony? 
The clock’s hands can't be kept from ticking. 
Life is more than a glued down hourglass.