ii.

So, here I am.
Three steps behind this,
With only a grin full of gravel
To show for it.

And there you are.
Paces from our clarity,
Though your constant retracing 
Leaves your emotions dazed.

Now, look behind -
If I am gone,
It is only because I am by your side.
(Possibly in front,
Though if only as a guide.)

The truth is:
If you were to take
This moment and use it to call
My name, I'd come running right now.
Any time, any place.

So how about that?

Say it aloud,
Once again.