Hades

​When the children from Hades 
Sing the National Anthem
Because I am American 
And they love America

When my dad from Hades tells me
“You’re going to be okay”
Like 30 times

I shed tears.

Followed by 30 questions
From Hades followers
About foreign policy
And my favorite boots
From college

I am moved.

When hanging out
With the people of Hades
And we listened to 
Good music

I enjoy.

When a spiritual discussion
Of reason
About the son of God
And only the son

My faith begins to return.

My heart is here at home
But also in Hades
Because of these moments

The sign of Hades
Is Pluto in the sky
I await its return

With doom and gloom
But also anticipation.