~ Invictus ~ by Meisiekind
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I'm just taking a quick break today from my Namibia holiday!
Today, for the first time, I have seen the South African inspired movie, Invictus, with Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon. Although I have lived through this period in my country, I guess I have missed the smaller nuances of what was happening in many ways! I can truly recommend you watching this movie!
Despite the movie being great, it was the poem that 'Nelson Mandela' told the rugby captain 'Francois Pienaar', was his inspiration through his 27 years of incarcination. The poem is called INVICTUS by William Ernest Henley. The last verse of this poem reads:
"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."
This very verse tore into my being as I immediately recognized so many people I know who are allowing other people and circumstances to steer their lives. It is deeply saddening. For you and myself I want to say today:
You are the master of your fate
You are the captain of your soul.
Sorry if I sound a little weird, but this has touched deeply and because I am on the receiving end of someone as described above, even more so!
Stay well!
Hugs
Carin xx
Comments (29)
DAVER2112
Beatiful image Carin! Great poem by a great man.
watapki66
Beautiful capture! And great words!
durleybeachbum
Oh Yes, Carin! It is not what happens to you that matters, so much as what you DO with what happens to you. I really believe that. And a most delicately beautiful photo too!
MrsRatbag
Lovely photo and inspiring words; I wholeheartedly agree!
beachzz
Right on and boy, do I get THAT!! Beautiful shot as well!!
kbrog
Great capture from behind! Beautiful!
helanker
A very beautiful capture and beautiful words too, Carin.
mommavelvet9999
Absolutely beautiful! In every single way!
jendellas
Great words, lovely pic, makes one think!!!!
Valentin
The image and the words fit perfectly too!
ocoee53
The poem has been an inspiration for me, too. It speaks of that point, different for each of us, where we take our stand and refuse to surrender.
marybelgium
great words...very nice photo !
Faemike55
Fantastic photo and great last lines of the poem. I've often wondered who wrote it. thank you for that.
goodoleboy
Now that you've seen the heart-rending movie, Invictus, it's time now to also see District 9, Carin. Lovely soft color and textural effects in this capital macro, young lady!
flavia49
beautiful!
Kaartijer
A very lovely soft image, good composition!
wysiwig
Wow, your timing is perfect! I have been writing to someone here who really needs to see this poem. What a powerful affirmation. And your image fits beautifully. I love the soft focus and POV.
mariogiannecchini
Beautiful capture! And great words!
kgb224
Stunning capture and a wonderful Poem.
jayfar
It all fits.
lior
A so wonderful macro!
jmb007
beau texte et superbe photo!!
dochtersions
Oh, how soft and gentle!
Cosme..D..Churruca
beautiful!
danapommet
Beautiful POV and as above - I can see your gentle touch in the softness of this capture. Love the poem and will google William Ernest Henley to read the entire poem. Dana
auntietk
Indeed! We all have choice ... Beautiful!
bmac62
Elegant my friend.
jarmila
nice innocent flower and lovely background,of this year? I like so much Morgan Freeman
cfulton
A wonderful image and words - my heart goes out. Nelson was a master - he has taught us all so much. Keep well Carin, we are here to enjoy the ride! Cheers, Clive