home on mars

i knew if i was lucky,

i’d one day find a home.

through scattered stars and asteroids,

i dreamed the chance to spot my own.

i settled down on mars,

red beacon of strength and protection.

it loved me so good,

i was sure of this direction.

the years have flown by,

and now it’s all i’ve known.

i’m more than satisfied,

yet still i sometimes want to go.

to saturn i’m off,

i’m enchanted by its rings.

elated at the promise,

of being shown new things.

it’s different like i thought,

the ammonia-scented air.

i have the growing sense that i

could make home anywhere.

though my findings have changed me,

mars will always have my heart.

full of happiness and warmth,

i head back to my start.

there are no green pastures,

just different shades of dust.

i want to see them anyway,

so i’ll visit once a month.