Tuesday Tunes: Unconquerable Soul
Bermuda
“Invictus”
Victorian poem by English poet, William Ernest Henley
1849-1903
Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the Pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds, and shall find, me unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.
Because….. sometimes, life is a little like a difficult relationship.
“Knock me down it’s all in vain, I get right back on my feet again.”
~Pat Benetar
Categories: Inspiration, Tuesday Tunes
fourth generation farmgirl 
Great poem Tonya 😊
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Thank you, Ritu. It’s one of my favorites. 💛
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How are you? Xx
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Thanks for asking, Ritu. I’m fine–just working on “rising above” one or two of life’s stumbling stones. 😉
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There are always stumbles… it’s how you land that matters xxx
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Very true. 😊💛 xo
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I love the photo, Tonya. Beautiful!
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Thanks so much, Rob. 😊
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I think every English man and woman has a soft spot for Blake’s stirring words even if they don’t realise it 😉
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😊🌻
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Very motivating Tonya. Loved every word of the poem😀👍
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I’m delighted you enjoyed the poem, Shivangi. I love it, too. 😊🌻
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Great poem! lovely photo 🙂
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I’m so glad you liked it! Thank you very much. 😊
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You’re welcome Tonya! 🙂
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Great poem…loved the inspiring tune of it. 🙂 The picture is beautiful…
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Many thanks, Maniparna. 😊🌻
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Stay strong and carry on, Captain. ❤️ Fall down “X”, get up “X+1”. ☺
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Thank you for the kind encouragement, Van. 💛 xo
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thanks. I now have “Hit me with your best shot!” running thru my head.
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Sorry, Jim. 😊🌻
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no you’re not. you’re giggling and thinking “Ha ha! Got him!”
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😉
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Terrific poem and great corresponding music choice.
Not much to work on but wa that photo taken at The Reefs near their infinity pool?
Wild guess..:)
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Thanks very much, George. Yes, you’re spot on! Very good guess. Have you been there? It’s a lovely place, and the folks who work there are so warm and gracious. 😊
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Lol…I think we both stood in the same spot. Loved the view from that pool. Yes, we were there a few years ago. Very nice place, great service, good location. The people were nice throughout the island.
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That’s so funny. It’s a great spot and view! The island and people are lovely. We really enjoyed it! 😊
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Surveying your kingdom? A strong trio today 🙂
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We had just arrived–late afternoon, and I was letting the warmth of the sun and the serenity of this beautiful place wash over me. And then, I exhaled. Thank you, Joey. 😊
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🙂
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What a contrasting photo to that poem, interesting! Keep your chin up Tonya, we’re here for you! xoxo
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To me, it’s an image of quiet defiance–not bowing to difficulties, but looking up and out, facing challenges. 😊
Thank you for your thoughtful words, Kathryn. 💛 xoxo
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Great poem and a stunning photo!!
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That’s really nice of you to say. Thank you, Laura.
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What a beautiful photograph 🙂 I like this poem – I had attended a recital long back on this. Gave me the feels.
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Thank you, Prajakta. This poem is so moving. I’m sure the recital you attended was wonderful. 🙂
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