In my life, currently, it appears that

The work that will yield immediate reward 

Is more difficult and pays less,

Whereas the projects that promise long-term 

And more substantial gains

Require less of my already limited physical strength

And more mental stamina, more patience, more persistence,

But with a larger payoff if I can forestall immediate gratification.

So it seems that the task in front of me, once again is faith -

To work at things that don’t pay right away

And to believe that my daily bread 

Will be supplied in the meantime.