Lost in Material Energy

~by Ananda Vrindavan deviSometimes I get lost in material energyI find pockets to hide inWhen the intensity of life becomes too muchFacing my own shortcomingsMy lack of faith, honesty, and loveFacing uncertaintyFacing othersFacing the road aheadSometimes I get lost in the worldNeeding a quiet place to breathNeeding the sun on my sideThe wind at my backThe mind under my feetSometimes I get lost and ISit by the side of the bhakti roadWondering, questioning, restingAnd always,EverytimeA word comes throughA message I need to seeSomething I hear that fixes me upHelps me stand upWith affection for my small selfAnd my efforts to serveAnd more affection for othersAnd their efforts to serveAnd to make it to the endIn one piece.