Still judged by the lack of career path Was never one for money Just love and a family Times shifted Things fell apart Find myself wedged between heart and heavy starts Spiritual growth is seen as less than a job Not viewed from these eyes A life's time dedication and commitment Much more than a job or any wealth Working hard finding self Though success and value measured in the paying rent If I dream, in sense can struggle each day Stack the shelves Borderline pay Not a life Sounds like living hell Perhaps not so dissimilar to the hell you've already felt Praying as you knelt