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You're An Escalator, I'm An Elevator

We have less in common than you think.

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You make my pulse go up and down, up and down, and up and down. You pull at my ropes, you push my buttons, and I just open right up and let you in. I'll go wherever you want me to.

But you, you let people walk all over you. You're predictable, I look at you and I know exactly where you are going. You cycle through others constantly, I mean, at least I hold onto others for a little while. You aren't willing to go the distance like I am, you won't rise above the challenge or drop to someone's level to see from their perspective. You go in one direction: yours. As for me, I travel to heights you won't be able to see. I can hold multiple people in my heart, and I have no problem letting them go. Sure, we both make people wait, but my people can decide when they want to leave. They aren't stuck in your one direction track. You catch them by their shoe laces. You trip them.

Still, you may be quiet, but I hear music with you. My heart skips beats and floors in seconds, and I feel my blood pressure rise merely from seeing you. I'll try to not have you wait, but sometimes I have to take my time to get where I need to be. You have to call me when you need me, and I'll be there as soon as I can. I'll never let you down. I promise to only lift you.

But if you need to leave, let me know. I'll let you step off, no questions asked. If you ever want to come back, I'll be right where you left me. A push of a button and I'll be there.

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