Category: Serendipity

“It is serendipitous and perfect, everything came together for me to attend, as it is exactly what my soul needed in this moment. 🌀🌱✨” – Vancouver Public Labyrinth

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August 11th, 2019 Permalink

“I had the privilege of attending the “Crossing the Threshold” weekend from Birthing from Within in Vancouver. I am in love with their philosophy and approach and I couldn’t be happier I attended. As a First Nations woman and physician, it isn’t easy to ever feel fully “at home” in any type of training I […]

“I had the privilege of attending the “Crossing the Threshold” weekend from Birthing from Within in Vancouver.

I am in love with their philosophy and approach and I couldn’t be happier I attended.

As a First Nations woman and physician, it isn’t easy to ever feel fully “at home” in any type of training I attend, but this one had all the feels.

It informs not only how I work with birthing families, but my entire way of practicing medicine and being a human.

I was blown away by the weekend and the amount of reflection, compassion, and transformation they packed into such a short period of time.

I am standing in the middle of this Labyrinth in this photo, and I have loved learning more about the symbolism of this ancient path.

The First Nations Health Authority generously sponsored my attendance to this training without question.

It is serendipitous and perfect everything came together for me to attend, as it is exactly what my soul needed in this moment. 🌀🌱✨”

– Dr. Ellie Saumier, M.D.

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I had the privilege of attending the “Crossing the Threshold” weekend from @birthingfromwithin in Vancouver. I am in love with their philosophy and approach and I couldn’t be happier I attended. As a First Nations woman and physician, it isn’t easy to ever feel fully “at home” in any type of training I attend, but this one had all the feels. It informs not only how I work with birthing families, but my entire way of practicing medicine and being a human. I was blown away by the weekend and the amount of reflection, compassion, and transformation they packed into such a short period of time. I am standing in the middle of this labyrinth in this photo, and I have loved learning more about the symbolism of this ancient path. The First Nations Health Authority generously sponsored my attendance to this training without question. It is serendipitous and perfect everything came together for me to attend, as it is exactly what my soul needed in this moment. 🌀🌱✨ #humbled #grateful #threshold #growth #reflection #birth #choice #perspective #intersectionalfeminism #labyrinth #herosjourney #purpose #spirit #community #connection #holdingspace #familydoctor #obstetrics #birthworker #birthkeeper #culture #cultureismedicine #traditionalknowledge #ancientways #indigenousmotherhood #meditation #mindfulness #presentmoment #nonjudgemental #serendipity

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“They’ve been playing a game bouncing and chasing a ball for a solid hour now 🤷🏻‍♀️” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Christie Pits Park – Toronto

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August 11th, 2019 Permalink

The presence of water transforms the Labyrinth. As much as the Labyrinth has transformed the Wading Pool . . . View this post on Instagram They’ve been playing a game bouncing and chasing a ball for a solid hour now 🤷🏻‍♀️ A post shared by Lauren Moses-Brettler (@laurentrouble) on Aug 11, 2019 at 12:40pm PDT

The presence of water transforms the Labyrinth.

As much as the Labyrinth has transformed the Wading Pool . . .

“Love rediscovering my teenage years while back in Toronto…” – Labyrinth – Augusta Avenue – Kensington Market – Downtown Toronto

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August 10th, 2019 Permalink

Heart in the centre of the three lane Classic Labyrinth I painted on Augusta Avenue in Kensington Market during the previous Pedestrian Sunday . . . View this post on Instagram Love rediscovering my teenage years while back in Toronto … A post shared by Lisa Wrixon Design (@thestylewell) on Aug 10, 2019 at 6:48pm […]

Heart in the centre of the three lane Classic Labyrinth I painted on Augusta Avenue in Kensington Market during the previous Pedestrian Sunday . . .

“Toronto, you’re already having my heart 💚” – Labyrinth – Kensington Avenue – Kensington Market – Downtown Toronto

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August 5th, 2019 Permalink

I painted this heart at the entrance of my Baltic Wheel Labyrinth Design on Kensington Avenue during the most recent Pedestrian Sunday in Kensington Market. Round edges on either side of the Heart belong to the outer most turns during one’s Labyrinth walk . . . View this post on Instagram Toronto, you’re already having […]

I painted this heart at the entrance of my Baltic Wheel Labyrinth Design on Kensington Avenue during the most recent Pedestrian Sunday in Kensington Market.

Round edges on either side of the Heart belong to the outer most turns during one’s Labyrinth walk . . .

“Come sail your ships 🛳 around me…” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Eglinton Park – Toronto

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August 5th, 2019 Permalink

Ships hunh? Hmmm…. Has me wondering how well a remote control toy boat might navigate the Labyrinth in a Wading Pool filled with water? View this post on Instagram Come sail your ships 🛳 around me … More fun in the park #happychild #eglintonpark A post shared by Lhatse (@dzg4n) on Aug 5, 2019 at […]

Ships hunh?

Hmmm….

Has me wondering how well a remote control toy boat might navigate the Labyrinth in a Wading Pool filled with water?

“이젠 아빠가 퇴근하기만을 기다리는 다니엘 시후. 아빤 이제 캠핑의자를 나무그늘에 놓고 앉아서 지켜본다.” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Eglinton Park – Toronto

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August 2nd, 2019 Permalink

Wading Pools double as Public Spaces where Toronto’s Little Ones can safely learn how to ride a bicycle, at their own pace, away from traffic. Akin to kids learning taking their first steps safely in water, before entering the shallow ends of larger public swimming pools. Wading Pools where I have painted Labyrinths, like this […]

Wading Pools double as Public Spaces where Toronto’s Little Ones can safely learn how to ride a bicycle, at their own pace, away from traffic.

Akin to kids learning taking their first steps safely in water, before entering the shallow ends of larger public swimming pools.

Wading Pools where I have painted Labyrinths, like this one in Eglinton Park in Midtown Toronto, become triply valuable…

  • Wading Pool
  • Velodrome for Tricycles
  • Labyrinth

“Solo sesh at the ⭕️” – Masking Tape Ghost Labyrinth – Hinge Park – Olympic Village – Vancouver

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August 1st, 2019 Permalink

Flatland. BMX. View this post on Instagram Solo sesh at the ⭕️ #bmx #flatland A post shared by Francois Debroux (@fan_in_van) on Aug 1, 2019 at 8:04pm PDT

Flatland.

BMX.

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Solo sesh at the ⭕️ #bmx #flatland

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“생애 첫 자전거!!” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Eglinton Park – Toronto

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August 1st, 2019 Permalink

Parents often use Toronto’s Wading Pools as training ground for bike ride training. The painted lines which define my Wading Pool Labyrinths often become Lanes which kids learn to navigate . . . View this post on Instagram 생애 첫 자전거!! 학수고대하던 자전거를 와이프가 조립하고, 내가 추가 조립 후 라이딩을 하고계신 데니엘 시후님!! #첫자전거 #에글링턴공원 […]

Parents often use Toronto’s Wading Pools as training ground for bike ride training.

The painted lines which define my Wading Pool Labyrinths often become Lanes which kids learn to navigate . . .

“Important things to remember post workout…” – Masking Tape Ghost Labyrinth – Hinge Park – Olympic Village – Vancouver

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August 1st, 2019 Permalink

The Labyrinth I made using Green Masking Tape on this round cement Art Podium in Hinge Park, Vancouver, appears still visible and walkable . . . View this post on Instagram Important things to remember post workout: 1) stretch and rehabilitation 2) shower/change of clothes 3) reFUEL (with @gnufuel) Cold brew coffee with 10g of […]

The Labyrinth I made using Green Masking Tape on this round cement Art Podium in Hinge Park, Vancouver, appears still visible and walkable . . .

“🎶 I’m gonna pop some tags, only got twenty dollars in my pocket 🎶” – Labyrinth – Augusta Avenue – Kensington Market – Downtown Toronto

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August 1st, 2019 Permalink

View this post on Instagram 🎶 I'm gonna pop some tags, only got twenty dollars in my pocket 🎶 #kensingtonmarket #thriftshops #colorful #toronto #canada #nofilter A post shared by Thomas (@thomasgorguis) on Aug 1, 2019 at 11:31am PDT

“✈️🗼🌊⚾️” – Grange Park Labyrinth – Downtown Toronto

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July 31st, 2019 Permalink

My Blue Labyrinth is still there! Yay! My previous Labyrinth was removed in late April. I expect this too to be removed by The City at some point, yet hopeful I am wrong. Until then, it will remain a memory opportunity for visitors to Toronto . . .

My Blue Labyrinth is still there!

Yay!

My previous Labyrinth was removed in late April.

I expect this too to be removed by The City at some point, yet hopeful I am wrong.

Until then, it will remain a memory opportunity for visitors to Toronto . . .

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Sunrise – Labyrinth Pier – False Creek Seawall – Vancouver

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July 29th, 2019 Permalink

Early morning light begins revealing the Orange Labyrinth I painted on Labyrinth Pier in Vancouver . . . Initially I had chosen Yellow as the colour for this location, yet at the last moment, I picked up the Orange Can of Paint instead. Mornings like this one confirm Orange was the way to go . […]

Early morning light begins revealing the Orange Labyrinth I painted on Labyrinth Pier in Vancouver . . .

Initially I had chosen Yellow as the colour for this location, yet at the last moment, I picked up the Orange Can of Paint instead.

Mornings like this one confirm Orange was the way to go . . .

This is the western Boardwalk portion of Labyrinth Pier.

My intention was to paint a long rectangular Labyrinth in various shades of Green with The Overlook Maze from the film The Shining as a design inspiration.

I ran out of time last year to complete this.

The Boardwalk ain’t going anywhere, so, when I return to Vancity and have time and energy . . .

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Stay alert. That’s my boy

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Nature – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Sir Casimir Gzowski Park Playground – Sunnyside Beach – Toronto

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July 28th, 2019 Permalink

When painting Labyrinths in Wading Pools, I do not consider my colour choices on what it will look like with the water filled in. Looking at this photo, has me rethinking that decision. It would be yet one more dimension to my use of Wading Pools as Labyrinth canvases . . . View this post […]

When painting Labyrinths in Wading Pools, I do not consider my colour choices on what it will look like with the water filled in.

Looking at this photo, has me rethinking that decision.

It would be yet one more dimension to my use of Wading Pools as Labyrinth canvases . . .

“Is every Public Space a Work in Progress?” – Grange Park Labyrinth – Downtown Toronto

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July 28th, 2019 Permalink

Yes. — John Lorinc (@JohnLorinc) July 28, 2019 Cities aren’t just about great visions, but great transformation. Forever a work in progress, and that’s the beauty of it. — Euna (@EunaWong) July 28, 2019


“When you find a football 🏈 in a box marked ‘Free Stuff’ in the West End…. It’s always time to play” – Robson Square Labyrinth – Downtown Vancouver

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July 28th, 2019 Permalink

. . . And The Robson Square Labyrinth becomes an End Zone ! Bonus : Young one’s T-Shirt sports a Labyrinth Motif. View this post on Instagram When you find a football 🏈 in a box marked “Free Stuff” in the west end…. it’s always time to play #familynight #justhavingfun #ate2dinners A post shared by […]

. . . And The Robson Square Labyrinth becomes an End Zone !

Bonus : Young one’s T-Shirt sports a Labyrinth Motif.

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