On the Train

Two well scrubbed boys
in suits and ties
ruined my morning with their talk,
feigning interest in my book
and where I'm from
and friendly lies
the way they're taught, to draw me in
till they can teach me of my sin.

Listen here, my shiny lads,
my would-be rescuers of soul—
but here's your stop, so shake my hand
and go your way and wish me well.
A narrow Heaven chafes your thought,
quite unlike my light, loose-fitting Hell.