Slow Down

I want to slow down

To the pace of earth,

Spinning incessantly-

Yet still to us.

I want to slow down

From the city hubbub,

Roaring blatantly-

Like there’s no peace.

I want to slow down

To the jingle of a trinket

On a carefree maiden,

Lost in worldly chaos.

I want to slow down

From the career choices,

Which blind my focus-

Deaf to inner voices.

I want to slow down

To the pace of the river,

Gently carrying history

Despite her might.

I want to slow down

To my heartbeats,

Which keep me going

Without me knowing.

I want to slow down,

Cherish the memories,

Reflect on the need

For slowing down.