Late, But Present

I show up breathless
A little behind
You check the time
Then meet my eyes

I know I'm late
I know it shows
But I'm here now
In full, not half-close

I'd rather be late and present
Than early and gone
I won't promise perfect
Just real from now on

No running commentary
No filtered truth
Just me in this moment
Standing with you

If time forgives
I hope you do

I'd rather be late and present
Than early and gone

Right here
Right now
Right here
Right now

I show up breathless
I show up breathless