Doug at the Gates of Hell (Epilogue)

I've had religion all my life
And now that life is gone;
I'm face to face within the light
And I guess I'm moving on.
Just an ordinary life, just an ordinary soul.

I'll miss the mornings with my wife;
The nights we slept alone.
All those perfect little fights
In our perfect little home.
Just an ordinary wife. I'll miss her growing old.

Thank you for the flowers.
They were just the perfect touch.
And I'm sorry for the phone calls;
Have they hurt you very much?
Keep an eye out on my mother.
This is sure to takes its toll.

I've had religion come and go;
I kept it in my heart.
And if that heart was beating slow
Well at least it played a part.
Just an ordinary heart Didn't have the fight.

I've tried to practice what I preach
But only preached a bit.
And if that light is out of reach
Well I guess I'll hang her up.
Just an ordinary light. We never kissed good-bye.

Could I ask you for a favor
Even though it's not our way?
Sing a psalm and light a candle;
Say a prayer for me today.
Just in case I wasn't chosen and the Catholics were right.

I've kept religion in its place
So hard and resolute.
I see it found its perfect space
And you found my favorite suit.
Just an ordinary place. Can I watch you breathe?

All those notches on the belt
Those diets on display.
I took a pill or two myself
And I'm here now anyway.
Just an ordinary day. Do you have to leave?

Keep it singular and simple
Nothing underneath
Let my epitaph be something
My children will receive.
"Here lies a man who will believe when it's convenient to believe."