It's Enough

When I was young the roads felt long
And evenings took their time
You listen kindly then you grin
And drift back into mine

I say that tune sounds rather loud
You say it sounds just right
We nod as though we both agree
And waltz into the night

I have a story
You have a screen
We meet somewhere in between

I won't say why don't you ever call
Or ask if you need that thing at all
I'll smile and say you're doing fine
And pour another glass of time

I say I'll look it up just now
With confidence and grace
You already solved it twice
And saved it just in case

I miss the way the phone would ring
You miss me staying still
We practice loving quietly
Like any family will

I learned too late
But not too late

I won't say respect was once the rule
Or claim the past was always true
I'll take the seat I've finally found
And let the music smooth the sound

The years go by
They soften tone
They teach us what we're not owed

So tell me what has made you laugh
Show me the world you're holding fast
If I say nothing and stay nearby
That's love in formal wear tonight

A one and a two
And that's enough