Unconquerable, William Ernest Henley

Dust never settles on my back Nor does rain on my nose As the demands of the day persevere The quietness of the night strengthens my soul Pain is a stimulus of sorts A constant reminder of my work still to be done Time has indeed served as a mirror of my mistakes Yet I persevere until the battle is won Visions of Heaven delight my heart The heat from Hell has changed my ways Neither mediocrity nor hate shall enter my house For the pursuit of wisdom marks the rest of my days As angels do not sing me praise Nor shall I hang crucified for my wrong My life shall stand as my judge My life and faith shall be my song