#read galatea

[rudestmechanical]

i want to read at least one book a day for the rest of november so i can read just christmassy / winter-y books in december. let’s do this lads

[woozysloth]

Pygmalion but with cute bread dogs like a normal person

Okay so like the more regions we explore and the more Pokemon we come to discover . . . how do food Pokemon work??

Like it used to be like food adjacent Pokemon like seedot or tropius were it was like "yeah OKAY its food - ish but its mostly supposed to be a plant"

Or it was pokemon that just so happened to look like food like vanillish where its clearly just ice that happens to like icecream

But then some of these newer Pokemon I'm just so intrigued by their existence. Like slurpuff, fidough, alcremie where its just straight up living food.

Like when in Pokemon history did food start becoming sentient? Did Arceus command this? These food Pokemon can't be super ancient they have to be within the realms of Human existence. Unlike Pokemon like Tsareena and Nacklstack where its clearly a living plant or rock formation that just so happens to be edible. There are no such things as Whipped cream trees or dough mines out in the wild were Pokemon can be influenced by their environment, and evolve(?)/change overtime.

Dough is a man made thing. Sure the ingredients probably existed before Humans but humans had to put the ingredients together to make dough.

Which begs the question of how and why did food, like cream and dough, suddenly have properties of creating Pokemon life.

I can only imagine the Poor individual who was trying to make some bread back in the day. They set their dough to rise only to come back a few hours later and they have a new puppy in the bowl!

Very interesting stuff all around.

[natalchartnurtures]

PAC: What Greek Mythology love story would you and your FS be?

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[pile 1 to 3- left to right]

Just came out of a bone-crushing healing and shadow work period for my Kundalini Awakening going on right now T-T In an attempt to raise my spirits, I created my very first FS reading-

pile 1:

General vibe of your love story with your FS-

This is the movie pile. I see a full-blown movie arc in my mind’s eye for your love story with your FS. I see an opening at- you guys meeting, the middle act- your separation and individual trials, and the final act- the happy reunion! OBVIOUSLY, there's nuance to how all of this will unfold for each of y’all reading since it's real life we're talking about, but your story with your FS is the closest thing to a happily-ever-after if I've ever seen one.

It's like when y’all first met, y’all were young, or maybe some of y’all didn't know how to handle a relationship or didn't have the resources in the 3D (think money or a place of your own, something like that) to make this relationship happen? Maybe it was long distance for a looong time? And so, for whatever reason (along said lines) y’all had to let each other go or y’all couldn't be together. It's like y’all were shown a grand possibility to be together, and BOOM it was taken away.

Then you guys enter a separation period right after, and the length of this period will differ for everybody reading, anywhere between months to a couple of years. After having worked HARD on yourselves ON YOUR OWN to overcome your personal issues, traumas, and suffering, you guys come together. The key to really mastering your obstacles is in the day to day. You will have set routines to tackle your obstacles, such as say you���ve got anxiety or a dys-regulated nervous system, so maybe you'll always have a stress relief meditation scheduled in no matter how your day looks. So on and so forth, fill in the details of this period as it best suits your life. But the common denominator, I feel like, is that y’all really fight to be with one another. The love is so deep here, and that's what motivates each of you to overcome your personal hurdles, yk? And THEN, when it happens, and y’all reunite, it's sooo beautiful. It's like you guys will build a brand new life together where you can put the past behind and finally enjoy the fruits of your labor! Also, I see you guys growing and blossoming over time with your FS upon reunion 🥺✨.

So… which Greek myth sums up YOUR love story with your FS the best?

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It’s the story of Cupid and Psyche!

From what I’ve read about this story, Cupid and Psyche couldn’t immediately be together after they met. Cupid could only meet Psyche at night AND she’s not even allowed to see him! T-T This was part of what Psyche has to overcome- the challenges put forth by Aphrodite just because the goddess was jealous of Psyche. And poor Cupid had self-esteem issues from what I gather lmao. He didn't even feel worthy to show his mortal wife what he REALLY looked like (which, by the way, is GORGEOUS af?! Like who hurt you, Cupid?) They eventually overcome their odds and reunite. Eventually, Jupiter blesses Psyche with immortality, which allows them to live forever in their new life happily ever after. Ahhh… beautiful.

I encourage you to read the original story (or watch it on YT, do whatever you like :p) to pick up on any additional messages! Buuut that’s all I have for you lovely folks today.

Love and loads of light, sweet pea :)

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pile 2:

General vibe of your love story with your FS-

Reeeeally strongly coming in right off the bat, I feel like both you AND your FS will be turning a brand new leaf in your lives. Think a new job for one or both of you. A major relocation for one or both of you. A major relationship ending for one or both of you. You catch the drift, right?

It feels like y’all will be closing out a cycle and entering into a new era, so to speak. And in this new era, I sense that you'll keep mostly to yourself and aren't all that interested in anybody because you're still processing this BIG shift you just went through and you're reflecting a lot, drawing on your wisdom, staying in your lane. Ngl, you do feel vulnerable and raw too, which is probably why you seem to keep to yourself mostly during the time you might run into your FS. I sense the same from their end too.

You know what this is? Mutual healing. Your future spouse finds you at a time when you're in the dead center of healing and vice versa. You will both be the catalysts to each other's healing! How cool is that? And after y’all find stability in your journey together especially after navigating healing for so long… I see y’all being so comfortable and content and peaceful with one another 🥺 this makes my heart full!! Stop it! Ahhhhhh <3 The vibes are immaculate, it's giving 'comrades in the battlefield' kinda energy. Your FS will stick with you no matter what, literally. And that's the kind of loyalty many people only dream about. Love it 🤌🏾. Y’all will love each other's pain away 🥺😩. Ugh my heart can't take it anymore!

So… which Greek myth sums up YOUR love story with your FS the best?

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It’s the story of Odysseus and Penelope!

Now in the story of Odysseus and Penelope, both of them undergo significant changes and face major disruptions in their lives. Odysseus’s long journey home from the Trojan War and Penelope’s long period of waiting and dealing with suitors at home. BUT even in Odysseus's absence, Penelope remains faithful and focused on her own survival and household. Similarly, Odysseus endures many trials and tribulations. Both characters are found in a state of self-reflection in the face of personal challenges (in my humble opinion of course). Their reunion symbolizes mutual healing… both of our characters here show incredible loyalty and perseverance despite being apart for 20 years!

-Side note: on a completely different note, your story low key kinda reminds me of the story of James and Claire from Outlander >< shoutout to the Outlander fans hehehehe, I'm waiting for the 9th season to come out SO BAD ughhhh lmao-

I encourage you to read the original story (or watch it on YT, do whatever you like :p) to pick up on any additional messages for yourself! Annnnd that’s all I have for you lovely folks today.

Love and loads of light, sweet pea :)

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pile 3:

General vibe of your love story with your FS-

Ah.. my Pile number 3s.. you guys are afraid to love.. aren't you? You might be blocked off from your heart and as a result won’t be open to true reciprocal and healthy love for a WHILE. But then I see that the divine will enter your life in some way and shake you up in a big way to show you how you've been standing in your own way and keeping love at a distance.. I'm seeing the tower card in my third eye as I say this even though it hasn't come out for you today.

Ah, this is like a personal journey I see you taking before your FS comes in and swoops you off your pretty lil feet 🙃 tehe! Your energy seems quite mental to me. You love living in your head, thinking, planning, analyzing, and just knowing things. But this came at the grave cost of not being connected to your heart.. and when the divine intervenes and helps you connect to your heart again is when your FS comes in flying ✨.

Side note: Ooh.. suddenly I hear Lavender Haze by our queen Taylor Swift? Take that only if it resonates for you :]

But yea, I see you struggling and feeling out of control when all of this happens because you're used to being in control of things usually but now all of this has you a bit overwhelmed I'm ngl.. but you end up navigating this perfectly well! Yay! I'm glad haha 😅🫂����🏾

So… which Greek myth sums up YOUR love story with your FS the best?

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The story of Pygmalion and Galatea!

Yup, just like how Pygmalion accidentally manifested Galatea, you kinda accidentally manifest your future spouse too (low key reeeal funny ngl). Because Pygmalion refused to love anybody, he sculpted out his perfect woman and fell in love with his creation. His deep affections attract the attention of you guessed it Aphrodite herself, and she decides to ahem intervene. She brings Galatea to life, which represents the transformation of Pygmalion's mental fixation (and emotional disconnection) TO emotional CONNECTION. How perfectly beautiful. Ugh. Love your story, Pile 3. Gosh.. who doesn't love their FS simply falling into their laps? Haha

I encourage you to read the original story (or watch it on YT, do whatever you like :p) to pick up on any additional messages! Soooo that’s all I have for you lovely folks today.

Love and loads of light, sweet pea :)

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[a-d-nox]

galatea, the beloved (asteroid 74)

Once upon a time, Polyphemus, the Cyclops from the journey of Odysseus, fell in love. Galatea was a lovely Nereid who was in love with Acis (whose story I previously told). Polyphemus learned of this when he saw the two together thusly crushed Acis with a boulder and breaking the heart of Galatea. IN MY OPINION, with this version in mind, Galatea could represent a) the types of lovers you attract, b) how those that love you tend to become jealous, and/or c) the terrible things that happen to those you love.

In another version, a sculptor named Pygmalion makes an ivory statue showcasing what he believes to be the ideal of womanhood and names it Galatea. He becomes so enamored by Galatea that he falls in love with her. Venus was enchanted by this and brought the statue of Galatea to life in answer to Pygmalion's prayers. The two then had a child named Paphos together. IN MY OPINION, with this version in mind, Galatea could represent a) beauty/attractiveness, b) what makes you someone's ideal, c) who you can enchant with you looks, d) where your love story attracts a lot of attention, and/or e) where people tend to be extremely hopeful of having you in their lives.

i encourage you to look into the aspects of galatea along with the sign, degree, and house placement. for the more advanced astrologers, take a look at the persona chart of galatea AND/OR add the other characters involved to see how they support or impede galatea!

OTHER RELATED ASTEROIDS/PLANETS: aci (6522), ovidius (2800), VENUS, and pygmalion (96189)!

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[boooklover]

“For millennia there have been men who react with horror and disgust to women's independence, men who desire women yet hate them, and who take refuge in fantasies of purity and control. What would it be like to live with such a man as your husband? There are too many today who could answer that. But that is the mark of a good source myth; it is water so wide it can reach across centuries. I hope you enjoyed the swim.”

Madeline Miller, Galatea

[sofipitch]

I was reading a collection of Māori myth retellings (Pūrākau: Māori Myths Retold by Māori Writers) and there I read the myth of the creation of the first woman, Hine-nui-te-pō, which was very similar to John and Alecto's story. She was molded from the earth/dirt by the god Tane, and she was his wife until she ran away, ashamed because he was her father and husband, and became a goddess of darkness and death/underworld. Here's a link to a very short summary of the myth. The way the book presented the creation myth was the standard, men longed for company/sex, but she does seem to be a fairly important and powerful goddess (killed the hero Maui) which differs from John's comparison of Alecto to other women who were created in stories

[temeyes]

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Your art is just very edible :)

GreekMyth!Ghost has literally consumed all space in my head for the past day

Yippee

nah, you're cool bestie. no sweat!! and aww, thank you!! i hope you eat well whenever you see my stuff!!

and yeSSS, HAHAHA glad ya like my take on Greek Myth!Ghost!! (even tho i feel like he looks/sounds ooc in that piece lolz!!!!)

rambling now: BUT ever since i came across those greek myth!au fics for the cod boys?? the itch in my greek mythology-engrossed brain? super duper SCRATCHED!!

i actually have more greek myth!au ideas for the boys. tho it's mostly for GhostSoap. ONCE I HAVE FREE TIME NEXT WEEK, i promise i'll draw and post them HSAHSHASH

[brotherslayer]

I'm so happy she's his favourite victim🩷

[crescentfool]

fe3h doodls from the year....! mostly sylvain bc i love him a totally normal amount...

[mamasplat]

vios character day this means i get to spread lesbianism

look at them. bask in their glory. the performer and the sculptor.

galatea likes mature women, and every time we see violetta with a shown human face she definitely looks like galatea’s taste.

and yeah you can always make the argument these “aren’t her face mehmehmeh” to that i say i’m pulling the you hate sapphics card./j

also theses skins exist.

renewers description is literally, and i quote- “With the help of Ms. Rabbit, (galatea) those sorrowful sobs have been sealed eternally within a metal shell. Now, at last, someone loves her, praises her, and softly calls her a "masterpiece".”…i need not say anything more.

the mutual worship of a spider who is ever grateful, and an artist to her muse.

i’m spreading my agenda with little thoughts worming around my head (i have more.)

they’d meet in the manor, of course.

violetta is the one who started their first interaction, and then galatea never went long without crawling back to her new friendly weaver.

slow burn, heavy slow burn.

they definitely work well in duos (i speak from experience) due to chip damage. that’s what i’d consider a date.

violetta’s arm prosthetics don’t have very posable fingers so she gets galetea to help make her costumes more accessible. (because of succubis sewing machine)

they have shared struggles not just in their disabilities, but also shared resentment and jealousy due to the way they were treated in the past.

may i just give you the mental image of violetta laying her head in galatea’s lap while she sculpted/sketches

violetta puts on little performances for her girlfriend, all while galatea doodles out her poses into key frames

[pathetic-gamer]

"I am a phantom of what could be."

[sumamitt]

from Madeline Miller's Galatea

she sounds just like Nona to me

[have-you-read-this-short-fiction]

[rowanisawriter]

i took the song of achilles down off the shelf today

[bookworms-haven]

My Top 3 Reads of the Year So Far!

The Song of Achilles - Madeline Miller

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Beautifully written and truly gorgeous. I am forever changed.

2. We Were Liars - e. lockhart

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This book was short yet packed a hell of a punch. It was a rollercoaster and so so good!

3. Galatea - Madeline Miller

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This was extremely short but so thought-provoking. I don't think that an author will be able to affect me as much as Madeline Miller can!

[chaotic-toby]

There is currently 19,488 idv fanfics

But if you check the categories filter...

14,399 m/m fics and only 1,270 f/f

M/M fics make up the majority of all idv fics. That is literally so insane. I will admit, I do tend to read more m/m fics than f/f, but I still do read f/f fics.

This is just proof of how in most fandoms, m/m ships are more popular than f/f ships