#iceland spotted

[kyne-grotto]

[nefja]

Golden Vigil

[ifindus]

if the nordic countries had instagram, what do you think it would look like for each of them?

I've wanted to do something like this for a while now, so thanks for the ask!! ✨🥰 The nations on social media is an intriguing concept I'd like to explore more.

Norway's instagram would only be pictures he has taken on hikes and of nature etc., not really anything personal and you'll never see his face there - he's too private for that. But he does like to share beautiful environments and experiences he has.

Denmark has fun, engaging pictures on his instagram, many of himself and his friends as well as aesthetic pictures that gives off an overall comforting vibe. He is social, has fun, and likes to show it off.

Finland has a lot of nature pictures too, often showing off what he has to offer for visitors, but mixes it with personal activities too because he is very down-to-earth and relatable.

Sweden is more careful about posting pictures of himself too - he'd rather post other people who he cares about, as well as his daily life chilling in the Swedish countryside.

Iceland's instagram is the one most focused on tourism and promoting his country and friendly relations with others. It's a lot of beautiful pictures of nature and famous places at his place. Perhaps the most aesthetically pleasing page out of all of them.

[perlukafarinn]

the view from my living room window tonight

[sigyn-foxyposts]

Reykjavik, July 16th

Day 2 me and my mom decided to walk around the area to see what we could do next and found a garden connected to the Einar Jønsson museum. They had many wonderful statues and the layout was so nice to walk through!

The statues were referencing many things, the ones I picked up on personally were Ymir and Audhumbla, what I assume is Skuld the norn? Thor wrestling Ellie (old age) and even Psyche from Greek mythology!

Also who's little clown kitty is this? It kept following us around, which I had to record. It was absolutely adorable, then I started asking myself "Loki is that you again?" XD

[amuwo]

⚠️KAMILLE WATCH UPDATE⚠️

An entire roving herd of Kamilles have been spotted in Reykjavík and have been seen as far as Geysir. This population does not seem to fear humans but may be aggressive if approached so caution is advised.

[mer-se]

I could cry

[ssaalexblake]

the curse of the bank holiday hit today, it pissed it down the entire day, i messed up my dinner (forgot an ingredient) and ended up spending all day cleaning and tidying bc i was bored doing nothing. What a damn waste of a day off.

[dansnaturepictures]

25/02/2023-Redbridge Wharf and Lower Test 

Flora, fauna and fungi pictures I took today in this photoset are of; one of a few Mute Swans seen closely at Redbridge Wharf, lesser celandine at Lower Test it was a pleasure to see these golden forest early spring flowers one of the first to come out in the wooded bit of the Lower Test walk, fungi at Lower Test, some beautiful and intricate turkey tail fungus one I like seeing, snowdrops at Lower Test these carpeted the forest floor brilliantly I’ve had a good year so far for seeing scenes of snowdrops beautifully covering places which is a sight to behold, a Great Spotted Woodpecker it was pleasing to see at Lower Test, two of one of two gorgeous Peregrines I was thrilled to see this one sat on a pylon and another one flew before this one did always a wonderful bird to enjoy seeing, daisy and beautiful ruby red scarlet elf cup I’ve had a good week for seeing them too and moss. 

The visit to Redbridge Wharf the first time for us was to look for the Iceland Gull that has been there and we did see this angelic bright white gull, another amazing bird to see this year and lately only our third ever sighting of the species to take my year list to 147. Common Gull with the Herring and Black-headed Gulls, Woodpigeon seen well and Wigeon were also nice to see here. Other standout sightings at Lower Test were Cetti’s Warbler, a decent few Wrens seen intimately and calling their typewriter call, Shelducks, lovely Little Egrets and pretty Roe Deers. Periwinkle and golden daffodils near to each other also adorned the woodland part of the walk. We walked all around Lower Test and it was my first time at the hide and screens side for years. This bit is where we first visited here when it was the second nature reserve we visited in my childhood early birdwatching days I believe and we don’t come to this bit too often now so it was great to be here. It brings nature into an urban area well with the reedbeds mixed nicely with hallmarks of an urban area like Starlings and their gushing calls and and a nice camellia tree flowering in a garden. 

[ask-hws-iceland]

Fav Disney movies?

The most recent Disney movie I've watched was Frozen because Nore found out it took place in his house. He played it repeatedly for a week at least. I can still hear him scream-singing Let It Go in Norwegian.

[yellowknifetourguideexpert]

Yellowknife Adventure Tours

[spotzuydblog2]

Ergotherapie in IJsland 🇮🇸

Sæll allir! Hallo allemaal

Trek jullie winterjas maar aan, want vandaag staat de blog in het teken van ergotherapie in IJsland. Brrr….

Als je ergotherapie wilt gaan studeren in IJsland, kun je dit alleen aan de University of Akureyri doen. Om ergotherapeut te worden in IJsland, moet je de 3-jarige Bacheloropleiding Occupational Therapy Studies, B.S. hebben afgerond (met een 7,25 of hoger anders heb je geen toegang tot de master)en ook de 1-jarige master Occupational Therapy Studies, Postgraduate Diploma (dit is een aanvullend diploma) moet je hebben afgrond. Anders mag je niet aan de slag als ergotherapeut in IJsland. Het Bachelorsdiploma biedt namelijk niet de vereisten voor een licentie als ergotherapeut.

In IJsland hebben ze per academisch jaar twee semesters die uit verschillende courses bestaan, één semester duurt zo’n 15 weken.

BS-program

In het Fall semester van het eerste jaar, leert men over de structuur en functies van het menselijk lichaam, gezondheid en gezondheidsbevordering, krijgen ze een inleiding over de studie ergotherapie en leren ze academisch praktische vaardigheden.

In het Spring semester komen de volgende onderwerpen aanbod: activiteiten en participatie, conceptuele grondslagen en theorieën in de ergotherapiestudies, beoordelings- en meettheorie & studeren en de student.

In het tweede jaar begint het Fall semester met onderwerpen als: structuur en functies: Musculoskeletaal systeem, begeleiden en leren, professionele relaties en interactie, welzijn, attitudes en milieu & welzijnsvoorzieningen.

In het Spring semester worden de volgende onderwerpen besproken: structuur en functies: neuromusculaire en sensorische systemen, fysieke omgeving en welzijnstechnologie, grondbeginselen van kwalitatieve methodologie, beweging en gezondheid, onderzoeksmethoden en statische analyse & dienstverleningsproces en professioneel redeneren I: mobiliteit.

In het derde en laatste jaar van de Bacheloropleiding wordt in het Fall semester ingegaan op: structuur en functies: hersenen, sociale omgeving, ondersteuning en relaties, geestelijke gezondheid, management in gezondheidszorg- en welzijnsdiensten & dienstverleningsproces en professioneel redeneren II: mentaal functioneren.

De laatste drie courses die aanbod komen in het Spring semester zijn: wetenschappelijk schrijven en evidence-based practice, innovatie & keuzevak.

Postgraduate Diploma (Master)

De master die moet worden gedaan om als ergotherapeut aan de slag te kunnen, bestaat uit de courses: professionaliteit en professionele identiteit, dienst ergotherapie I & II in het Fall semester; en professionele ontwikkeling, dienst ergotherapie III & keuzevak in het Spring semester.

Het werkveld van IJslandse ergotherapeuten lijkt in veel opzichten op het onze. Veel van de verschillende werkplekken zijn vergelijkbaar met de plekken waar een Nederlandse ergotherapeut ook kan werken. IJslandse ergotherapeuten nemen in hun behandeling net als wij bijvoorbeeld een sociaal netwerk, en fysieke beweging mee, maar ook voeding en slaap, waar wij minder rekening mee houden.

Een paar cijfers over ergotherapie in IJsland:

IJsland heeft 368 792 inwoners

Het aantal werkende ergotherapeuten is 350

Per jaar voltooien gemiddeld 10 tot 18 personen de opleiding

Gemiddeld salaris voor een startende ET is € 55.600

Een korte geschiedenis van ergotherapie in IJsland:

1936: eerste verwijzing van ET, in een paper in het Reykjavik Medical Association, geschreven door dokter Helgi Thomasson, die er later ook een artikel schreef.

1944: de eerste IJslandse ET, Jona Kristrofersdottir, slaagde van de School of Occupational Therapy in Copenhagen. Nog 2 decennia lang bleef ze de enige ET in IJsland

1970: in de seventies kwamen er meerdere buitenlandse ET, vaak bleven deze ergotherapeuten niet lang, maar ze hadden wel een onderdeel in het vormen van de huidige IJslandse ergotherapie.

1974: een buitenlandse ergotherapeut, Hope Knutsson, vestigde zich permanent in IJsland. Ze werd benoemd tot hoofd van de Icelandic occupational therapist association, en hield deze positie voor 22 jaar, tot 1999.

1979: het Icelandic occupational therapist’ association begon met het uitbrengen van een krant. Eerst Fréttablaðið, later werd dit The Occupational Therapist.

1985: in totaal zijn er 34 ergotherapeuten werkzaam

1995: In totaal zijn er 63 ergotherapeuten werkzaam. 7 van hen beginnen met master's als samenwerking tussen de university van ijsland, en florida international university.

1997: vastgesteld programma in occupational therapy aan de universiteit van Akureyri.

2006: Snæfríður Þóra Egilson is de eerste ergotherapeut die een doctorate haalt. Haar dissertatie gaat over schoolparticipatie: IJslandse studenten met fysieke beperkingen.

Hopelijk vonden jullie de blog leuk en interessant :)

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[doyoulikethissong-poll]

Faithless - Insomnia 1995

"Insomnia" was released as the second single off of Faithless' debut album Reverence (1996), and became one of their most successful songs. It has, dare I say, one of the most famous drops of its era.

It was originally released in 1995 and reached number 27 on the UK Singles Chart, topping the UK Dance Chart in the process. "Insomnia" reached number one in Finland, Norway and Switzerland. Additionally, it managed to climb into the Top 10 also in Austria, Belgium (number 2), Denmark, France, Germany (number 2), Iceland, Ireland, Scotland, and Sweden, as well as on the Eurochart Hot 100, where it hit number 3. Reverence reached number 26 on the UK Albums Chart. The single also reached the top spot on the RPM Dance Chart in Canada and the Billboard Dance Club Songs in the US, number 16 in Australia and number 39 in New Zealand. After Maxi Jazz's death in December 2022, "Insomnia" charted at number four on the UK Singles Downloads Chart.

MTV Dance placed "Insomnia" at number 22 in their list of "The 100 Biggest 90's Dance Anthems Of All Time" in November 2011. It was voted by Mixmag readers as the fifth "Greatest Dance Record of All Time" in 2013. It was certified triple platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) in 2023.

Faithless member Rollo is the brother of singer-songwriter Dido, featured on poll #120.

"Insomnia" received a total of 43,9% yes votes. :'(

[the-queen-of-hell-666]

Warm

Kinktober 2024 - Day 8

Pairing: CACW!Steve Rogers x Avenger!Fem!Reader

Kink: Morning Sex

Word Count: 800+

Summary: You and Steve had a beautiful view and wanted to start the morning together.

Warnings: explicit language, explicit sexual content (unprotected vaginal sex, vaginal sex, soft sex, love-making, fingering, vaginal fingering, creampie), soft!Steve, lots of fluff

a/n: Here is day 8! I hope you enjoy!

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You, Steve, Natasha, and Sam had been on the run from the government for a couple months, hopping from place to place. You all had finally stopped in a small town outside of the capital city in Iceland. You four had rented out cabins for the past two weeks. They were close enough so you all could still check in on each other. You and Steve shared a cabin, you two had been together since the 40s. You had the ability to grow plants, and use them to fight. You were in the ice with Steve, you two had volunteered for the serum together. So that you two would always be together. 

You sat on the front porch of the cabin, wrapped in a warm blanket, and you had a cup of tea in your hands. It was early morning, the sun was coming up and the morning chill was setting in. You heard the door open and Steve came out in a pair of black sweatpants and a dark blue thick knit sweater. He had his own cup of coffee and he slid into the porch swing beside you. He wrapped an arm around your shoulders and pulled you into his lap. 

He smiled and kissed your head, “Mornin’, darlin’ girl.” He hummed as he sipped his coffee. 

You hummed softly and leaned into his body warmth, “Mm, so warm.” You smiled and he chuckled softly. You reached up and pinched his bearded chin gently and pulled him down for a kiss. “What’s the plan today?” 

His free arm wrapped around your midsection under the blanket and he slid it under your shirt. He rubbed your skin softly with his thumb. “Not much, Sam’s thinking about going into town to get more provisions, Nat’s gonna go with him, make it a bit faster.” He shrugged and sipped his coffee slowly. 

“So just me and you on the hill?” You asked with a smirk. 

He nodded and sat his coffee mug on the side table and slid his other hand to meet the one that was on your midsection. “Just me and you, and this beautiful view.” He hummed and slid his hands down to slip under your sweatpants. 

You gasped softly as his hands cupped your clothed cunt. “We shouldn’t be doing this now.” You whispered as he slid his hand under your panties. “Sam and Nat could come outside at any moment.” You warned as his thumb rubbed circles against your clit. 

“They’re asleep, I would hear them if they weren’t. Super hearin’, remember?” He said with a cocky smirk moving his fingers to tease your already soaked hole. He slid two thick fingers into your pulsing cunt, making you moan and arch into his hand. He ground his palm against your clit as his fingers curled up inside of you. He pressed the tips of his fingers into your sweet spot, making your thighs shake with the pleasure from just two fingers. He kissed your neck softly and sucked marks into your collarbone. His fingers moved faster in and out of you as he nipped your pulse point teasingly making you arch into his lips. 

“F-fuck, Stevie.” You whined as he continued to curl his fingers up to press against your walls. “Want you, want all of you.” You moaned and moved your hand up to tangle your fingers in his hair and pull him down for a kiss. He pulled his fingers out of your cunt slowly and he sucked them clean with a loud moan. You bit your lip at the sight and your thighs clenched unconsciously. 

He slipped your sweatpants and your panties down and your thighs spread for him. He shimmed out of his sweatpants just enough to take his cock out. He kissed your neck gently as he lined his throbbing cock to your leaking hole. You slowly slid down on his cock making you moan his name and your walls pulsed around him. He gripped your hips tight in his hands as he moved you slowly back and forth on his cock. You turned your head and nuzzled into his neck, kissing his skin gently. 

You two moved slowly and without rush. It had been a long time since you two could take your time with each other. Being on the run only allowed quick and rushed sex that was fun but you two just wanted to hold each other and feel each other again. He wanted to take it slow, make sure that you knew how much he loved you, that even on the run, it never changed how he felt about you. He brought you to two thigh shaking orgasms before he came deep inside your cunt, filling you up to the brim. He held you close as he wrapped the blanket tighter around you two and nuzzled into your. He kept you warm as you kept him warm. That morning, you felt like maybe, just maybe that things could be normal again.

[baba-the-yagaa]

Follow up: how would Iceland fare with those

If it isn't a spoiler, what exactly are obsidian ghouls?

creations of the deity of a volcanic hotspot! they aren't exactly alive and don't reproduce or grow, they just boil up out of the magma and cause problems.

[wholoveseggs]

how about some pre vampire elijah smut with his secret wife maybe skinny dipping in the river

Springs

18+ ---- {Masterlist} {Tag-List}

{Viking!Elijah Mikaelson x Reader} You meet your secret lover deep in the woods, and take him to your favorite spot to spend some time together.

♡♡ Love this idea anon! I decided to change it from a river to a hot spring && Viking Elijah is just a sweetie ♡♡

3.5k words - Warnings: Smutttt, pre-vampire Elijah, shy Elijah, slight breeding kink {its just how the vikings are}, hot springs, lots of Norse mythology, Elijah being protective, steam, snow, Icelandic & lynxes...

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Soft white flakes were falling from the sky, the sound of them crunching under his heavy boots echoed through the forest as Elijah walked through it. The young man had his hood pulled over his head and his hands in the pocket of his coat, trying his best to keep himself warm from the cold.

You had told him to meet you at your secret spot, the one you had been coming to for years now. It was where the two of you first shared your feelings and had kissed for the first time, it was where you wanted to be when things got too much in the village. It was a place that was just for the two of you. A place you could be free and yourselves, away from the prying eyes of your families.

"I was starting to wonder if you would ever come," you teased, smiling softly at him. Your hair was pulled back out of your face, long braids falling down your back, with a warm fur cape upon your shoulders. 

"Sorry, mother was fussing about the weather and how she didn't want me out in it," he said, smiling back at you.

"She worries for nothing, it is just snow." You shrugged, moving to wrap your arms around him, pulling him closer. "And it is much easier to snuggle with you this way," you giggled, kissing him softly.

Elijah returned the kiss, his hands falling to rest on your hips, smiling against your lips. His perfect pink lips felt soft and warm against yours, as always. His thumbs rubbed small circles on your hip, as the two of you shared a moment together.

"I've missed you my sæt ást {sweet love},” he said softly, looking at you.

You smiled at him, blushing softly, your nose wrinkling up as you did. "I missed you too."

Elijah couldn't help but laugh, loving the little things that you did. He wished he could tell his parents of how happy you made him, but his father would never allow it. Your father and his own had been feuding for years and the thought of the two of you together had always made him angry.

You noticed the change in him, reaching up and cupping his cheek, running your thumb over the stubble. "What is the matter? Talk to me," you said softly.

Elijah smiled softly, nuzzling his cheek into your hand. He loved that you could read him so easily.

"I hate keeping secrets," he said, sighing. "I hate having to sneak around and lie to everyone."

You bit your lip and nodded. "I know...I don't like it either. I grow tired of hearing how much of a disappointment I am."

His eyebrows knitted together. "Why would they say such things?" He asked, frowning.

"Because I'm supposed to find a suitable husband, not spend my time running in the woods like a child," you shrugged.

Elijah's eyes filled with sadness, the thought of losing you made him ache, and he pulled you closer. Even in the deep winter you smelled of summer trees and freshly picked berries. It was a scent he would never get tired of.

"I have a surprise for you, hjartað mitt {my heart}" you said softly, looking up at him.

He arched an eyebrow, the smile returning to his face. "What is it?" He asked, his curiosity peaked.

"Come," you smiled, taking his hand and leading him deeper into the woods.

He admired how quick you were on your feet, no one knew the forest better than you. Elijah had often found himself lost in it, when he would go off on his own. And when you had learned of this, you had spent every spare moment, teaching him where to go and how to get there.

In return he had taught you how to hunt and use a sword, although you would much rather use an axe. He had never met a woman like you before, a woman who was not afraid to speak her mind or try new things. You pushed him to take risks he otherwise wouldn't have, and he was thankful for that. He had fallen hard for you and he would do anything to keep you by his side.

After a few minutes you stopped, the sound of running water could be heard. You led him through the trees, pushing some branches aside as the two of you reached the clearing.

The moon cast a glow over the small pond, the water was crystal clear, and steam rose up from it. Elijah looked at you in shock, and you could only smile.

"I must confess, I've been keeping this place to myself for a while," you said, walking over to the edge of the water.

He watched you kneel down and dip your hand in the water. It was warm. "How is it like this?" He asked, tilting his head.

"A gift from Njord or perhaps Logi himself," you shrugged.

He walked over and did the same. The water was a welcoming feeling and he could already feel his muscles relaxing. Elijah looked over at you, watching as you removed your cloak and let it fall to the ground.

"ástin mín {my love}," he said softly, watching you pull your hair out of its braids.

You turned your head to look at him. "Come, let us enjoy the heat of the water together."

Elijah was hesitant at first, he did not wish to anger your father, or his father for that matter. But, when he saw you begin to undress, all thoughts of going back left his mind.

"You can't come in with your clothes on, my sweet," you giggled, as you slipped off your underdress.

You let it fall to the ground, shivering slightly as you stood in front of him. His face was priceless, his eyes wide, cheeks flushed. You could not help but laugh, shaking your head.

"Come Elijah," you smiled, walking over and undoing his cloak.

He swallowed, his nerves beginning to get the best of him. "But-" he whispered, as you continued to undress him.

"Do you not trust me?" You asked, looking up at him.

His heart pounded as he looked into your eyes. Of course he trusted you. It wasn't that. It was the fact that he was about to be fully exposed to you.

"Yes," he whispered.

You smiled and leaned up, placing a soft kiss to his lips.

"It's not like we haven't seen each other before," you whispered, smiling softly.

He could not help but smile, and he nodded. "Yes, but not...like this."

It was true, you and him had snuck away and had fooled around in the woods once or twice. But, it had never been this intimate before. You never had the chance to be fully exposed, to take your time, it was always a rush of kisses, groping hands and quick pleasures.

You pulled him closer, and kissed him once more. This time the kiss was deeper, and he felt himself melt. You wrapped your arms around him, pulling him flush against your body, as you continued to kiss him.

"mér er kalt {I am cold}" you said, smiling against his lips. "muntu halda mér hita? {will you keep me warm?}"

"Já," he whispered, kissing you again.

"Gott" you smiled, pulling away.

The sight of your naked body sent his head spinning, and his mouth dropped open. Elijah could not take his eyes off you, as he watched you slip into the water, your hair flowing behind you. You turned to look at him, beckoning him in, like a goddess from a myth.

Elijah had never taken his clothes off faster, he was careful to not fall over. He stepped into the warm water, the feeling of it enveloping him, relaxing his aching body. The warmth seeping into his bones, the steam rising up into the cold night.

You swam over to him, smiling, and took his hand, pulling him towards the small waterfall. The water was shallow there, and you sat down on a rock, the water covering most of your body.

His hands came to rest on your waist, and he looked at you, his brown eyes filled with lust. He moved closer, his fingers tracing circles over your skin, as his lips ghosted over yours.

You could feel his breath on your lips, as you reached up and cupped his face, pulling him closer. Your lips pressed against his, his hands roaming over your body, as you tangled your fingers into his dark hair.

The two of you stayed like this for a while, just enjoying the feel of one another. It had been a long and cold winter, and it was nice to finally spend some alone time together.

"How long have you known of this place?" He asked, his voice soft, and low.

You shrugged. "Years," you whispered.

"And no one else knows of it?" He asked, arching an eyebrow.

"No, it's our place," you smiled, wrapping your arms around his neck.

He could not help the grin that spread across his face. It was their place. Something no one else knew about, no one else could spoil. It brought him a sense of peace he didn't know he needed.

"Perhaps it was not Njord or Logi, but Freyja who blessed this spot," he whispered.

You hummed softly in agreement, running your hands over his shoulders, and down his chest.

"Why do you say that?" You asked, your fingertips dancing over his skin.

"Because," he said, his fingers trailing up your sides. "She approves of our love," he smiled.

You shook your head, a smile on your face, as you pulled him closer, you could feel his cock against your thigh, and it only made you crave him more.

"Perhaps," you whispered. "She wants us to have many children, and we can only do that if we have a place to make them."

"Oh?" He grinned, leaning down and pressing a soft kiss to your neck.

Your breath hitched, as his lips trailed up your jaw and to your ear.

"You want to have my children?" He whispered, his breath warm on your skin.

You nodded, biting your lip. "More than anything."

He could not help the way his chest swelled, his heart fluttered, at the thought of having a family with you. To be able to hold a tiny version of you in his arms. He knew he would love them as much as he loved you.

"Then perhaps," he whispered, his hands roaming over your body. "We should give her what she wants."

You let out a soft giggle as he lifted you up, placing you in his lap. He sat down on a rock in the shallow end, the warm water coming up to his chest as he held you. He took a moment to look at you, the light of the moon illuminating your skin, making it glow.

"Þú ert svo falleg {You are so beautiful}," he whispered, leaning up and kissing you.

You melted into the kiss, your hands running through his hair. The quiet sound of running water and your soft moans filled the night air, as the two of you took your time with one another.

It was different from all the other times. You had time to enjoy the feel of one another, no longer rushing to be quick. It was a slow and sensual build, as Elijah ran his tongue along your jaw, his lips grazing the sensitive skin.

You were shivering slightly, most of your body was out of the water, but the feel of his body heat, and his warm lips on your skin, kept you from getting cold.

"Elijah," you sighed, your nails digging into his shoulders, as he took a nipple into his mouth.

His tongue swirling around it, causing it to harden. His fingers gently pinching and tugging on the other, making sure they both received equal attention. He could easily get lost in the taste and feel of you, he would worship your body until his dying day.

His eyes were darker than before, filled with lust, his cheeks were flushed. You could feel him twitch between his legs, as you moved closer, his cock brushing against your core.

"Do you remember the first time we were together?" He asked, his hands moving to grip your ass, giving it a soft squeeze.

You nodded, remembering the first time he touched you, how nervous you had been. "I will never forget."

"And do you remember how you asked me to tell you about the stars?" He asked, kissing the valley between your breasts.

You bit your lip and nodded.

"What did I tell you?" He asked, his hands rubbing soothing circles on your hips.

You swallowed, a small whimper escaping your lips, as his hands found your center, his thumb slowly stroking a spot that sent pleasure through your body.

"Y-you said that the Gods gave them to us, so we would have something to look at, w-when we were separated," you whispered.

"And every night I'm not with you, I just look to the sky, and see you," he whispered, kissing along your collarbone. "I know I will be with you again."

Tears welled in your eyes, as you cupped his face, looking into his eyes. They were filled with so much love and devotion, it took your breath away. You rested your forehead against his, positioning yourself above him, as his hands found your hips.

You took a deep breath and nodded, looking into his eyes. You slowly began to lower yourself onto him, the familiar warm feeling of him, sending pleasure through your body. It was the feeling of being complete.

Elijah was lost for words, when the two of you came together, it always felt like the first time. You fit together perfectly, like you were made for one another. He could feel his chest swell, his heart beating rapidly.

You leaned forward, your hands on his shoulders, and kissed him deeply. Elijah was not ready for you to move yet, and he needed a moment to regain himself. You could feel him trembling slightly beneath you, and it made you smile.

"Are you alright?" You whispered, kissing his neck.

"Yes," he breathed, his voice thick with desire.

You smiled against his skin, his scent filling your nostrils. He always smelled of pine and winter air, of comfort and home.

You slowly began to move, his lips finding yours once more. The feel of him inside you was better than you could imagine, the water creating a different sensation than before. Your bodies moved together, the sounds of the forest and the water surrounding you.

He didn't know how long the two of you had been here, it could have been minutes, hours, he was too caught up in you, in the moment. No rush to finish, just the two of you enjoying one another.

The sound of branches breaking made you pause, and your heart jumped in your chest. The two of you froze, peering out into the dark, searching for the source.

Elijah placed his hand on your back, moving you off of him, placing you behind him, as he stood up. You could see the change in him, the warrior within had come out.

He glanced at his sword, left in his pile of clothes, and he cursed himself for leaving it so far away. His body was tense, his breathing shallow, as his eyes scanned the area.

He could hear more rustling, and he felt your hand on his arm, clinging to him. He would not let anyone hurt you, no matter the cost.

The rustling stopped, and Elijah's eyebrows furrowed. His head turned, looking towards the sound, as the branches moved. He could see the shadow of a creature, and he tensed, his fists balling up, as his jaw clenched.

It was too dark to see, the moon had gone behind a cloud, and Elijah was beginning to get frustrated. He heard a soft huff, and two eyes peered out at him, glowing in the darkness.

Your grip on Elijah loosened as the moonlight broke through the trees and illuminated the clearing. A smile tugged at your lips as a large lynx emerged from the woods.

It had been years since Elijah had seen one. Lynxes were rare in the woods, and even rarer to see a fully grown one. They usually stuck to themselves, unless they were protecting their territory, and their cubs. This one was a different color than most, pure white, almost the same color as the snow.

You watched as Elijah took a few steps closer, reaching out his hand. The cat walked over, his tail swaying side to side, his ears twitching. He sniffed Elijah's hand, and nuzzled his nose against it, making him smile.

"You're a handsome fellow," Elijah said, his voice low and soft.

The lynx tilted his head and let out a soft chuff, steam coming from its snout. Elijah scratched behind its ear, the cat closing its eyes and leaning into his touch.

"I've never seen one like him," you said, swimming closer, watching in amazement.

Another branch broke and the two of you turned towards the sound. Your eyes widening, as another white lynx appeared, her fur a little darker than the males. She walked over and bumped her head against his, the two of them rubbing their noses against one another.

The cats walked over and laid down near the water, their coats blending in with the snow. Elijah turned and looked at you, a wide smile on his face, as he swam over to you.

"We're blessed by the Gods," he smiled, wrapping his arms around you and lifting you up into the air.

You could not help but laugh, nodding your head as he pulled you under him, pressing your back against the rocks on the side of the spring.

"Perhaps Freyja is pleased with our love," you said, biting your lip.

"Perhaps she is," he smiled, his fingers trailing over your skin, as his lips found yours once more.  

His hands explored your body, as his tongue explored your mouth. It was soft, yet passionate, a kiss that spoke more than any words ever could.

He spread your legs and eased himself back inside of you, his mouth never leaving yours. You could feel his heart pounding in his chest, and you smiled against his lips. He took his time with you, slowly building up his pace, his thrusts hitting a spot that made your toes curl.

His hands gripped your thighs, holding you in place, as he kissed along your jaw and down your neck. Your moans filling the air, mixing with the sound of the splashing water, the two of you becoming one.

It didn't take long for you to reach your climax, and you were thankful for the warm water surrounding you, because otherwise, you would have frozen. Elijah followed shortly after, his forehead resting against yours, as his hands tangled in your hair.

The two of you were breathless, and you could not stop the laughter that bubbled up. He grinned, pulling you into his arms, and kissing the top of your head.

"I do not wish to leave," he said, holding you close.

"Neither do I," you sighed, wrapping your arms around him. "But, I think the others might come looking for us if we don't return soon."

Elijah let out a sigh, a small pout on his face. "I know," he said, leaning down and kissing you.

A few smaller lynxes ran out into the clearing, their small paws crunching on the snow. Their fur was the same as their mother's, and they were still a bit clumsy, their legs long and unbalanced. They stopped and looked at the two of you, their ears twitching, before darting back into the woods.

"I suppose it's time to go," you said, looking at Elijah.

He nodded, pressing a kiss to your temple, "soon, sæt ást {sweet love}. Let's just stay a little longer."

The two of you stayed cuddled in each other's arms, listening to the sound of the water, the two cats resting by the edge of the pool, their heads resting on their paws. You felt at peace, surrounded by nature, in the arms of the man you loved.

The winter would end, and spring would arrive, but no matter what the season was, you would always have this place. This secret, hidden world that only the two of you knew about. A place where you could come and spend time with one another, without worry, or care.

A place that would always be filled with love, and memories, that would live on forever.

Fun Norse mythology facts!!

Njord is the god of the sea / water. Logi is the god of fire. Freyja is the goddess of love and fertility, her chariot is pulled by two cats, the only large cats in northern Europe are lynxes!