I’m not here because I’m unsure.
I’m here because I’m steady.
I move slowly
not from fear,
but from care.
There are parts of your world
I haven’t earned access to yet,
and I’m not in a hurry to force the door.
I don’t want to arrive loudly.
I want to arrive right.
What matters to me,
I don’t rush.
What feels real,
I let breathe.
I’m not trying to claim you,
or pull you somewhere you’re not ready to be.
I just want to walk honestly,
side by side,
and see where our steps align.
What I’m offering is simple—
presence,
consistency,
and a love that feels safe to grow into.
No pressure.
No expectations.
Just intention.
I’m here because I want to be.
And I’m willing to take my time
if you are too.
Slow Burn Poetry 