Absolutely nothing to do with history

So who do I quote from? Anyone who uses words I want to use, when the meaning is right. I know lots of words, but sometimes somebody else said what I wanted to say really well, and it makes sense to let them say it. Sometimes it's songs, sometimes it's poetry - check back on what I think about when they are the same - or not. I've quoted from lots of different people all the way through this - but not in the story - that's all mine ( for better or worse) no point in quoting if you're trying to be original - let's face it, I've borrowed the plot, up to a point, so I need to use my own words - otherwise it's not remotely original.

So where have I borrowed the plots from ? Myths perhaps - I know what they are - but some of them I've twisted a bit to fit a story. The myths are stuff I read when I was a kid - plus stuff I've checked on later - research, maybe. This bit may spoil it all for you - or is it just me showing off again ? Check the myths about Orpheus, Odysseus and Adonis. If you can't find them, try Wikipedia - I've tried to use them to make up a story - they are not actually connected that way, but it seemed like fun. Maybe it works sometimes.
I've always wanted to buy a Greece national football top with the number 0 and the name "Kanenas" on the back - it means "nobody". Check Odysseus's myth and you'll get the joke.
Orpheus's myth doesn't end well for him - but I'm not sure I'll tell it all - but his mum was the nymph that made the decision about Adonis, so it's quite possible she pissed off some of the gods at that time - and that they wanted to get their own back. It's worth a try.
You can tell me if it adds up. Feel free.
Just in case, I'll put a link to Wikipedia on the site so you can find them - just type the names in.