the rush slows down

If you asked me where the last weeks have gone
it would take me a while
to remember, and answer.

Flying in the spaces
between the lines on the to-do list
to get there faster.

Planning for the future
making the most of time,
to stay in the present moment
will put me behind.

Today, the rush slows down
I can enjoy stillness for moments more
though it feels foreign to me now.

To stay on the surface is easy.
To find the still waters beneath;
beautifully difficult.

Pull me back

Pull me back from the routine of hustle,
racing against time to optimize productivity,
working fast and diligent
because I am the only one.

Pull me back from the hustle,
make me slow down enough
to have a conversation of leisure
with you.
Remind me of other worthy goals
besides the numbers and dates.

Pull me back to myself
like only you can.