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𝚆𝙷𝙰𝚃 𝙲𝙾𝚄𝙻𝙳 𝙿𝙾𝚂𝚂𝙸𝙱𝙻𝚈 𝙶𝙾 𝚆𝚁𝙾𝙽𝙶 𝚂𝙴𝙽𝚃𝙴𝙽𝙲𝙴 𝚂𝚃𝙰𝚁𝚃𝙴𝚁𝚂.    feel free to change pronouns/tenses to suit scenarios, etc.

“baby, come here.”

“i get so lonely at night.”

“why can’t you tell that i’m desperate?”

“why can’t you tell that i’m bad for you?”

“i wish i was you.”

“so, why can’t you tell me what you think i should?”

“if you were here for the other night, you’d be terrified.”

“you know, i think the lines you’re afraid of are all made up.”

“last night, it was bad.”

“i wanna slow it down, but nobody would’ve let me.”

“maybe if you feel out of place, maybe it’s because you are.”

“i hope they crucify me.”

“no more parties in los angeles.”

“as of right now, my job is to lie down.”

“i hope they cancel me.”

“i pretend i’m ten times stronger for you.”

“you show so much promise.”

“it’s okay to be unhappy with all this.”

“what’s it like to be you?”

“do you see me that way?”

“do you remember my name?”

“i want her.”

“i want her to be just like you.”

“you know you’re my favorite.”

“just like me in my day, but you got all your priorities mixed up.”

“what’s it like being famous?”

“do you see a stranger when you look at my face?”

“sometimes, i wanna save you from everything.”

“it’s impossible to say what you’re gonna be.”

“it’s no business of mine how you waste your time.”

“i bet you miss what you had.”

“do you ever wonder why everyone is out to get you every day?”

“do you question anything?”

“how many warning signs until it hits you?”

“gravity’s your friend.”

“too many factors to be sure.”

“so many reasons to think twice.”

“you fall out of touch sometimes.”

“simple things make a difference in your day.”

“when you cry, i get fucking anxiety.”

“take the time to tell me how it ended up this way.”

“your love is cheap; it doesn’t cost anything.”

“what happens when you can’t keep doing it?”

“am i just scared for you?”

“can you feel the weight of their eyes on your neck?”

“i know you didn’t make any plans.”

“are we dead?”

“were you feeling left out?”

“they can tell that your mind is a mess.”

“these days don’t end.”

“you lost the things that brought us closer.”

“forgot how good it feels to be alone.”

“is this how i’m supposed to feel?”

“make it easy for me.”

“take it easy on me.”

“i still don’t know how you felt.”

“you can’t blame me.”

“why switch like different seasons?”

“you won’t find heaven, not in these hills.”

“you shouldn’t be here.”

“you can still make your mind.”

“i can’t save your life.”

“you can’t carry me through this.”

“i got your back sometime.”

“you’ll still be my favorite.”

“i wish i could save you.”

“i guess you got what you wanted.”

“you got your answer.”

“i’m in a dark place.”

“just know i’m not proud of everything i did so far.”

“i do it all for you.”

“can you follow my lead for once?”

“i can never make up for the time.”

“this is not love, i’m a glorified doorstop.”

“you wonder why we fell into a standstill.”

“we don’t need long.”

“still in the same boat.”

“please don’t ask to stay with me.”

“yeah, i’m still the same.”

“i feel insane.”

“don’t take this shit too serious.”

“look at what we accomplished.”

“i can tell you what it means.”

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A veil of sadness fell upon the young queen’s face as her husband moved his thumb over her still empty womb. Amphitrite was disappointed that she had no joyous news to share with the king, that no heir was growing inside her yet. With Poseidon, so had the desire for a large family appeared in her life. The desire to fill the halls of their home with child’s laughter and songs. Little godlings they could love and teach. That would carry their names and share their duties. But there was no need for despair yet, for their marriage was still young.

A hand came to rest on her belly beside Poseidons’ touch. “Soon, my love!” She promised in a sure voice, melancholy ceasing from her features to be replaced by a smile. “Once the time has come, we’ll have as many children as fish in the sea, and you will curse the moment you told me you wanted a large family!” Amphitrite teased him in a light tone as she stepped between his open legs, enjoying his attention and touch. She knew that she would have to share him with his lovers eventually. And this had never been a problem to her. How could one try to hold the great sea in chains? But there were fears in her. Fears that he would find another queen if she couldn’t be what he wanted. That some other would steal his heart and with it her position and the position of the children they would have.

The young queen knew that she had not been his first choice of queen, that he had first looked among his sisters. Had looked to her own aunt before setting his eyes on her. Doubt still gnawed at her whenever her thoughts lingered on this for too long, when she wasn’t in Poseidons’ reassuring presence.

Hands wrapped around the king’s neck. Words like the ones he spoke now slowly chased away those doubts. She was the calm to his storm, and he was right in proclaiming they were made for each other. Had not the fates led him away from Hestia and Eurybia straight into her arms? “We were made for each other,” she echoed his words softly. “I will write to your mother and ask her to visit me. I have not seen her since the wedding, and it would be a good chance to catch up.” Perhaps Rhea could bless her as well, make their wish of a child come to fruition faster.

Amphitrite leaned into his touch and kissed the palm of his hand before nodding. “I can! I will be the eye to your storm! But I want you to promise something as well. I want you to promise that we’ll always talk openly with each other like we did today, and that we won’t let misunderstanding overshadow our marriage!”      

  If Poseidon’s focus wasn’t on his queen’s womb, he would have noticed the heartbroken look spread across her face. He was in his own little world then, dreaming of the day she would come to him with the news of a pregnancy. Others have happened quickly with his past lovers and he thought the same after he married Amphitrite. Different scenarios and factors played in his mind to the delay. He wasn’t in a rush per say but overly excited to start another adventure with his queen. Perhaps his mother could speed the start of their family when she visited next. 

  As Amphitrite reassured the sea king that his wish would be fulfilled soon, he peered up at her with a joyous smile. But then, he looked down and pressed his lips against her hand, kissing her affectionately. He would have stayed there if she didn’t tease him and his face backed away with toothy grin. “You wanna bet?” He joked as his hands swiftly captured her to sit her in his lap. “We are sea gods and we will be bountiful. Besides Oceanus and Tethys should be dethroned for having the most children. We should be the ones who best them...no one should venture out into the sea without one of our offspring close!” He chuckled. 

  The king closed his eyes briefly, feeling his queen’s soft hands on his skin. Her touch was enough to make him melt, soften him when his emotions controlled his logic and reasoning. The scent of sea salt lingering on her skin brought him solace when barely anything else could. In such a short period of time, she possessed such an influence on him. He allowed her so, willing to let his guard down in her presence. It was what he needed and so far, she gave him no reason not to trust her. 

  “Yes, I know she would love that. She has her hands full on Olympus so I’m sure she would appreciate a nice getaway. I could have the servants prepare a room for her if she wishes to stay for more than a day. It’s been a while since I’ve seen her as well.” Poseidon agreed. Rhea’s reemergence since her two years away after the war effected each of the Olympian children differently but how would he reject his mother knowing the hell his father put her through? Although, her presence might have made each of the three kings transition into their roles easier and prevented a few disasters along the way.

  Poseidon smiled as Amphitrite promised to fulfill his wish so affectionately but his grin dulled a little as she had a wish for him too. While it was difficult for Poseidon to admit his own personal issues and problems, he knew that was something he had to overcome with his queen to make their marriage work. His parents kept secrets from each other and they fought quite often once he began to swallow him and his siblings. He didn’t want that for him and Amphitrite...he wanted better. “I swear it. And even if one of us needs time to talk or think before we confess something, we will let each other know. I can shut myself off but I don’t want to do that to you.”

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@asoulunbound​​ asked from 𝐏𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐎𝐌 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 ( 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟕 ) :  ❛ well here i am..  you found me. ❜ (from Amphitrite)

  Poseidon hurried over to the Nereid, concerned he would lose her again. He couldn’t believe he was making a fool out of himself to acquire a queen. His last prospects rejected his proposals and if Amphitrite rejected him as well, he feared he would become desperate and left with unqualified choices to rule beside him. 

  The exhaustion was evident on his face and his mind told him to reach out and grab her so she wouldn’t leave. That was his instinct with his lovers but her presence suddenly brought him peace. He stayed close to her but he couldn’t do anything to scare her away again. He could be a brute, selfish and forceful yet something about the Nereid calmed his nerves. Safe and comfortable.

  “Please tell me you won’t run off again,” Poseidon pleaded, almost begging her. He paused, realizing how pathetic he sounded for a brief moment. That wasn’t a tone for a king nor a possible husband but he wanted her to know how he was feeling. The truth no matter how desperate or scared he seemed. She was important and that was the effect she had on him. 

  He reached out a hand to her, hoping she would hold hers in his. “You’ve been eluding me for a while now. I know what I’m asking is a lot but I wouldn’t ask you to be my queen if I didn’t think you and I could get along...love each other. You are what I need and want and I hope I am the same for you.” He confessed to her honestly. 

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YAHYA ABDUL-MATEEN II  Essence Magazine: Uncovered (2021)

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YAHYA ABDUL-MATEEN II — on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2021)

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Greek Mythology Series | Powerful Couples

Amphitrite & Poseidon

Poseidon is the God of the Sea, Earthquakes, Floods, Droughts & Horses. He is the son to the Titans Cronus (Time) & Rhea (Fertility & Motherhood). When Poseidon was born, he and his siblings were swallowed by their father. However, his brother Zeus received aid from Metis, who gave him an elixir that would cause Cronus to disgorge his siblings. This event caused the war against the Titans, led by Poseidon and his brothers Hades and Zeus. The Cyclopes created a magical trident for Poseidon during the war which helped aid them to victory. They trapped the Titans into the Pit of Tartarus. After the war, the three brothers took to the cosmos to draw their lots for who would rule the realms. Zeus won Olympus, Hades won the Underworld, & Poseidon won the sea. Thus, he became the King of the Sea. 

Amphitrite is one of the fifty Nymph Nereids. She the the daughter to Nereus (Old Man of the Sea & Rich Bounty of Fish) & a Nymph named Doris. She also may be the daughter to Pontos, but that is a less common myth. Amphitrite is the Goddess of the Sea, Mother of Fish, Seals & Dolphins. 

Amphitrite refused Poseidons’ hand in marriage and hid from him near Atlas in an ocean stream at the far end of the earth. It wasn’t until Delphin, the Dolphin God, tracked her down and convinced her to marry Poseidon. She then married Poseidon and became the Queen of the Sea. Together they gave birth to Triton (Sea), Rhode (Of the Aegean island of Rhodes), Cymopoleia (Violent Storm Waves) & Benthesicyme (Waves). 

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It had not been Amphitrite’s aim to make Poseidon feel inadequate or to make him feel like a bad husband, not when he had done everything in his power to make her feel welcome and loved. Neither had she come to start a fight or to stir tension between the both of them. The opposite had brought her here. She wanted them to be open with each other, capable of talking without the fear of misunderstanding. To tell each other about their worries and anxieties. And the young queen still had enough of them. She had agreed to marry him, had become his queen, but she was still unsure about her position. Concerned about what it would mean for her future.

“Perhaps I’ve been spoiled by having you all to myself after our wedding!” She replied, hand coming to rest on his arm as she stepped closer to the throne. The time they had spent on their honeymoon had been in blissful togetherness, and Amphitrite knew that this would not last once they returned to their duties. And part of her had hoped that she would return and find out that she was with child. That she could occupy her mind with building their family. But the fates had not blessed them thus, and Amphitrite found herself missing Poseidon whenever he went about his royal responsibilities. “It’s certainly not my wish that you should have to divide yourself.”

Her movements became reluctant as he spoke of sharing some of his duties. She understood his reasoning shared it even. It would give them more time together. Make the work more manageable. Was not a load shared easier to carry?

Eyes lowered sheepishly. “I don’t know what is expected of me as queen besides bearing your heirs and tending to your need, my king!” she answered honestly. “I’m scared to disappoint you! To be a burden.” Ocean-colored eyes met her husband’s again. “But if you wish me by your side, I will learn what is needed. I’m sure the old man and your mother can help and answer my questions.” She squeezed his arm. “And you can answer those beyond their knowledge.”    

  A nostalgic smile formed upon the sea king’s lips. No responsibilities; just the newlyweds enjoying their company and getting to know each other better. He had not looked at another since their wedding but he made it clear he was bound to have other lovers and children. And so far Amphitrite accepted those terms of their marriage. If there could be peace with everyone involved, he would be blessed that his arrangement worked out better than Zeus’s. Time would only tell though. He was still learning about his new queen inside and out. 

  “I had to spoil my queen. A taste of things to come,” Poseidon teased as his smile grew softer for a moment before slowly disappearing. He foolishly believed he could handle being a god, king and husband yet found himself being pulled from side to side. Removing any role was out of the question but he was still young and had to adjust himself to everything. He wanted to believe he could figure it out on his own but perhaps it was time to admit he needed more help. “It certainly feels that way. The sea is mine and I rule it. Among other domains I possess. I am a king, a god, a husband...and soon, as the fates and my mother will bless you with making me the father of your children.”

  Large but gentle hands settled themselves on his wife’s waist and his thumbs smoothed themselves over her stomach. He was imagining a tiny godling in her womb, finally a proper heir amongst his illegitimate offspring. He would share his kingdom and duties with their children: a gracious opportunity his own father selfishly tried to keep to himself. He could build what he and his siblings should of have with Cronus: a division of trust and power. And even more importantly, love. Poseidon would have thought by now Amphitrite would announce a pregnancy as they were adamant on starting a family soon with great enthusiasm. And much to the king’s satisfaction, his queen was keen on creating a large family. After all, she was used to dozens of sisters. The more the merrier. The empty rooms of his palace deserved to be filled

. He shook his head at his queen and pulled her closer to him. Opening his legs, he settled her in between them and looked up at her with hopeful eyes. “We were made for each other. Lost in how we should perform our duties,” Poseidon chuckled as he playfully squeezed Amphitrite’s waist. “If I thought you would be a burden to me, I wouldn’t have chose you. You and I...we need to be a team and support each other. And I’m sure our parents will jump at the chance to guide us. I know my mother would. She lives to help and serve.” He mused as one hand stayed on her waist and the other reaching up to cup her cheek. “I want you to be an extension of me. Can you do that for me?”

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greek mythology → poseidon / Ποσειδῶν

Poseidon is the god of the sea and protector of all aquatic features. Brother of Zeus and Hades, after the overthrow of their father, Cronus, he drew lots with them to share the universe. He ended up becoming lord of the sea. He was widely worshipped by seamen. His weapon was a trident, with which he could make the earth shake, causing earthquakes, and shatter any object.

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@asoulunbound​ asked from 𝐏𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐎𝐌 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 ( 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟕 ) :  ❛ i wanted time with you. i wanted to have you to myself. ❜ (from Amphitrite)

  Poseidon sat on his throne exhausted, wiping his hand tiredly over his face. Despite having several advisors, the king of the sea still felt the brunt of ruling. He made the final decisions and wanted to know everything that went on in his kingdom that was necessary. Before he married, he was alone and didn’t have to tend to a spouse. If he needed companionship, he could easily find it when he was free and available. Finding a balance, being a husband and a king were roles he was still learning to equally participate in.

  Amphitrite’s request made him feel inadequate as if he was failing what he swore to give her as a husband: his time and attention. Would she seek out lovers for what she was lacking? He said he wouldn’t mind as he made it clear he would have lovers but still that tinge of jealousy. She was his queen and how would that appear if others talked about his wife’s affairs. For kings, such infidelities were expected...as hypocritical as it sounds. 

  Poseidon had to make a change to avoid further tension with his queen. He loved her and he wanted her around but how to constantly remind her with his kingly duties? 

 “I know, Amphi, I know,” Poseidon muttered as his hand fell and rested on the arm of his throne. He waved his other hand to beckon Amphitrite to come closer despite his exhaustion. He didn’t want to fight or argue after all the talking he did today but if they had to air their grievances to improve their relationship then so be it. Better to get it over with than to let it linger and fester. “Dividing myself between you and my duties is a lot harder than I thought it would be. But if there is one way we can spend more time together is you joining me more often. You are my queen and you should participate more in the day to day in our kingdom. You won’t always have me to yourself but it’s a start. And maybe having some of your family carry more responsibilities? The more we do together and the more we get done, the faster we can have alone time, huh?”

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𝐏𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐎𝐌 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 ( 𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟕 ) dir. paul thomas anderson  /  feel  free  to  change  pronouns  and  subjects  as  you  see  fit  !

❛ he has made my dreams come true and i have given him what he desires most in return… ❜

❛ yes. maybe he’s the most demanding man … ❜

❛ there’s nothing i can say to get your attention aimed back at me, is there? ❜

❛ i cannot begin my day with a confrontation, please. ❜

❛ it’s the most lovely thing i’ve ever seen. ❜

❛ it makes me feel like i have courage. ❜

❛ comforting to think the dead can watch the living. i don’t find that spooky at all. ❜

❛ will you remember? ❜

❛ may I take you to dinner? ❜

❛ for the hungry boy, my name is [ … ] ❜

❛ i like to see who i’m talking to. ❜

❛ that’s beautiful, your secrets. ❜

❛ your things are so well arranged. ❜

❛ my sister is a terror maybe she’ll be a great dictator some day — ❜

❛ if you want to have a staring contest with me you will lose. ❜

❛ you look like a bird to me sometimes — or an alligator. ❜

❛ you’re a very handsome man. ❜

❛ why aren’t you married? ❜

❛ i am quite certain i was never meant to marry. ❜

❛ marriage would only make me deceitful and i don’t ever want that. ❜

❛ you sound so sure about things. ❜

❛ you’re just acting strong… for who? not for me, i hope. ❜

❛ it is only the expectations and assumptions of others that cause heart ache… ❜

❛ and who’s this lovely creature making the house smell so nice? ❜

❛ i feel as if i’ve been looking for you for a very long time. ❜

❛ well here i am..  you found me. ❜

❛ whatever you do, do it carefully … ❜

❛ but in his work i become perfect and i feel just right. ❜

❛ you look beautiful, really. very beautiful. you’re making me extremely hungry. ❜

❛ my little carnivore. ❜

❛ what are you looking so forlorn about, hm? ❜

❛ maybe one day you’ll change your taste, ❜

❛ perhaps i’m looking for trouble. ❜

❛ if that’s your wish, i hope it comes true for you. ❜

❛ have you had enough to eat? you seem thirsty. ❜

❛ i think he’s being too fussy… ❜

❛ let me drive for you. ❜

❛ when he’s like this, he’s very tender. ❜

❛ what do you want me to do with that? ❜

❛ accept her invitation. if you can stomach it. ❜

❛ i know you’re doing the best you can. ❜

❛ i’m afraid i must insist that you come. ❜

❛ i brought sincerity into his life. ❜

❛ go on, give us a kiss for the cameras. ❜

❛ how beautiful you are. ❜

❛ when you dream about your wedding dress, what is it that you dream? ❜

❛ are you a gold person or a silver person? ❜

❛ i’m trying to surprise him and love him the way that i want to. ❜

❛ i have to know him in my own way, ❜

❛ let me collect myself for a moment. ❜

❛ she’s very beautiful, like a sculpture of some kind. ❜

❛ this is meant to be a nice evening. ❜

❛ let me serve you. ❜

❛ usually, you always tell me what you think. ❜

❛ i don’t know what i’m doing here. ❜

❛ i wanted time with you. i wanted to have you to myself. ❜

❛ you have me all the time. ❜

❛ is it because you think i don’t need you? ❜

❛ are you a special agent sent here to ruin my evening and possibly my entire life? ❜

❛ do you have a gun? you here to kill me? ❜

❛ stop playing this game! ❜

❛ what game? what precisely is the nature of my game? ❜

❛ why don’t you just fuck off to back where you came from? ❜

❛ if you’re going to make her a ghost, go ahead and do it. ❜

❛ don’t let her sit around waiting for you. ❜

❛ don’t pick a fight with me, you certainly won’t come out alive. ❜

❛ i don’t know what the hell came over me. ❜

❛ i’ve never really felt like this before. ❜

❛ i’ll take care of you.❜

❛ i think this is clear. he wants you to fuck off. ❜

❛ i miss you. i think about you all the time. ❜

❛ i hear your voice say my name when i dream. ❜

❛ i just miss you, it’s as simple as that. ❜

❛ i want to tell you everything. ❜

❛ i don’t ever want to be without you. ❜

❛ there are things nagging at me. things i simply cannot do without you. ❜

❛ a house that doesn’t change is a dead house.❜

❛ will you marry me? ❜

❛ i probably owe you an apology of some kind. ❜

❛ how do you know how my life has been? ❜

❛ i want to go dancing. ❜

❛ there is an air of quiet death in this house. ❜

❛ i want you flat on your back. helpless. tender. open. with only me to help. ❜

❛ you’re not going to die. you might wish you were going to die, but you’re not going to. ❜

❛ kiss me, my girl, before i’m sick. ❜

❛ if he wasn’t here tomorrow, no matter. for i know he’d be waiting for me in the afterlife. ❜

❛ i am older and i see things differently, and i finally understand you. ❜

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Amphitrite the goddess of the sea, wife of the god Poseidon

The natural powers and abilities of an Olympian goddess: Immortality, Omnipresence, Superhuman strength, Metamorphosis and Teleportation. Her Roman name is Salacia. She possesses the ability to breathe underwater.

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Yahya Abdul-Mateen II behind the scenes of “Aquaman”

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Hestia comes to give her brother a warm, squeezing hug. It has been a while since she has seen any of her siblings.

  Like Hestia, Poseidon hadn’t seen his brothers and sisters for some time now; however, it wasn’t because of a particular reason. If he was avoiding them, they would surely know. They were busy by nature and separated by their duties. Being gods, especially royals, keep them apart more often than not, if they weren’t feuding. At least Poseidon could count on Hestia for some peace and he was more than welcoming to her. 

  The Sea King embraced his eldest sister back with a strong hug and lifted her off the ground for a moment before he settled her back down. He chuckled at the thought of her being the eldest of them but also so much shorter than him. 

  “It’s been too long, sister. I know you must have missed me,” Poseidon joked as his arms unwrapped them from her waist. “I trust you’ve been well. Or else, I’ll have to punish whoever or whatever has caused you harm.”

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Just appreciating how regal and badass Ya.hya looks on a beach. You know, giving Pose.idon vibes.

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Greek Mythology Aesthetics 4/?

Poseidon:  God of the sea, earthquakes, drought, storms, and horses