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Issue #12 in my comic book cover series gives us a black panther, but not THAT black panther. I called the comic Black Fury. This is the second time I have used Starryai to generate a background for the comic. If you like this concept and want to see more - you can find all the comic book cover mazes on the collections homepage.
Stop back in a week for issue #13 !
Maze of the Week #116 celebrates Save the Florida Panther Day which was on March 16th.
Were you able to guess correctly based on my preview ?
Here is the first version of the maze. Not something I would want to encounter in the jungle, or really anywhere that wasn’t a zoo.
And the alternative version where I change the eyes, tongue and glow color. Not much different really.
Downloads are available in the comic book style maze section. Come back tomorrow to see what the comic book cover looks like !
Next weeks Maze Preview: What do you think the maze is ? I think we have another easy one to guess this week !
So you want to visit a labyrinth in Idaho. I can help. I have selected 5 of the best (there are over 20) that are accessible to the public from around the state. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder. I want to mention that many labyrinths in Idaho are private or you need an appointment to visit. Those labyrinths can be found on the link above and will not be included here.
Why visit a Labyrinth ?
Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…
1. St. Luke's Boise Regional Medical Center Labyrinth
This 5 circuit medieval labyrinth is made from concrete and is located near the walkway between the main building, near the coffee shop. Labyrinth includes benches. To see a photo or the labyrinth and the plaque this waymarking site has them.
Location: Boise, Idaho
Address:
190 E. Bannock St.
Boise, Idaho 83712
2. Saint Luke's Episcopal Church Labyrinth
The 5 circuit medieval labyrinth is located on the lawn in front of church made from bricks/pavers.
Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho
Address:
270 N. Placer Avenue
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402
3. Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park Labyrinth
A double meandering labyrinth in a Roman style with a sculpture in the middle ! The location can be found a map for the park. It looks like wonderful park to visit based on the park website ! I want to thank Randy Miller for posting a photo on Google Maps where you can see the labyrinth !
Location: Meridian, Idaho
Address:
1900 N. Records Avenue
Meridian, Idaho 83642
4. First Congregational United Church of Christ Labyrinth
Photo courtesy Starr & Cross Reardon
A 5 circuit medieval labyrinth made form rocks and bricks is located next to a peace garden. It was made using discarded bricks and stones from construction sites.
Location: Pocatello, Idaho
Address:
309 N. Garfield Ave
Pocatello, Idaho 83204
5. Church of the Ascension Labyrinth
A 8 circuit Chartres style labyrinth made from bricxks/pavers. You can find details about the labyrinth on the website of the church on it’s own webpage ! If you click on the Discover More link it will open a 27 page pdf of a presentation on labyrinths !
Location: Twin Falls, Idaho
Address:
371 Eastland Drive N
Twin Falls, Idaho 83301
BONUS Labyrinth: I you visit the Idaho Botanical Gardens in Boise, they have a labyrinth made from bricks and gravel on site. There is an entrance fee to visit the gardens. Plan your trip at the link above.
BONUS Labyrinth 2: If you can find it !!
5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH
Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.
Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.
Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.
5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING
I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.
Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN
Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN
Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN
Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN
Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN
If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:
Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.
Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress
Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation
I am a maze artist and I have made a few sign mazes from Idaho:
Cabana Inn Sign - Boise
Nampa Rollerdrome Sign Maze - Nampa
Tough Guys Lanes Sign Maze - Pocatello
Grandview Hotel Sign Maze - Boise
I have written before how I enjoyed trying to solve marble mazes as a kid in a previous post:
Marble Mazes - A Great Gift for Kids
Here is one as an example of a marble maze that I found during that post to refresh your memory:
Available on AMZN and at Walmart. Appears to be the best selling (or possibly most advertised) wooden marble maze in the market. It also looks difficult !
And that is a standard format for the marble mazes I knew and could never solve. You tilt the maze and try to navigate the pathways without letting the ball fall down into one of the many holes.
Then I lived in Taipei and during a sightseeing excursion to Huashan 1914 Creative Park, which is a mixture of shops featuring local art and some cool restaurants I found something worth sharing here! During my visit corporations/large brands had rented exhibit space in the park to showcase their brands (like a Stranger Things exhibit, a Peanuts one, and some cartoons I did not know from Asia). The park is very industrial looking and a great place to take some photos. Here are 2 photos to give you an idea what it looks like:
And it had this store, Wooderful life, where I found something worth mentioning on this site.
Wooderfull Life Sign
A set of 3 wooden marble labyrinths (easy, medium and hard levels) with similar game play. For these the playing surface is 3D and you must maneuver the marble through the track without it falling off the track. Seems easy, but there are hills (downhill and uphill) and turns and notches from loops and the marble barely fits into the pathway.
(excuse the photo lighting - they were not to be touched)
And the information block showing the prices, how to play, and what it helps kids develop.
Here is a link to their online shop for the hard version. Very cool version of the marble maze game I’m glad I found.
If you like eco-friendly wooden toys this is a great store. They have licensed product also, with brands like Disney, Winnie the Pooh, Toy Story, Hello Kitty and more to choose from. Overall worth a visit if you are in Taipei !
And if you are in Taipei you should check out:
