What wonderful writing. So inspired to spend the day reading and drawing. This post is such a gift, full of wonder and. Imagination. Perfect on a snowy day when I can imagine the unwinding of spring. Thank you
I loved this post and all the pictures—labyrinths are so much fun and hold so much symbolism. Borges' Labyrinths is one of my favorite books, and Labyrinth was one of my favorite movies as a teenager!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the post. Labyrinths really do hold so much depth. Borges is such an amazing writer, and I think he’s largely responsible for sparking my passion for Latin American lit. Thank you so much for always reading and commenting! 💕
Here to second the love for Circe! A plantswoman of the highest order… it was so rich and transportive, time felt elastic whilst reading it.
I have recently moved to a property where there is room to build a garden, and the concept of a maze (or labyrinth?) has been floating over me… mown meadows with spiral paths of grass, low rocks marking a track that weave round and round, dizzying, concentric. A walking meditation. A metaphor for our timelines (the earth’s and mine). Your musings have added much richness to the visioning! Thank you 💚🌀
Thank you, I’m so glad to hear you felt inspired by this post! I love your vision for your garden, sounds magical. If you do create a maze there, please tag me, I’d love to see it! 💚
Great insight Lizey, and I believe that Circe is entirely an allegory about the ritual of the labyrinth. I do love plants as well and the only time I enjoy getting lost outside of my mind is when I seek it out on purpose, like mazes in open spaces that allow me to release all control and enjoy surrendering to that feeling of being lost on purpose is my kind of magic 😉✨
Congratulations! You’ve reached the heart of the labyrinth and emerged as the winner! Please send me a DM with your full name and address to claim your prize. 🌀🏆
I’m too late to win anything, but Circe is a representation of the meaning behind the ritualistic/magic/witchcraft healing version of the labyrinth: in short, to go inward on a purposeful journey to discovering one’s highest human potential and talent, specifically those relating to the supernatural or spiritual gifts and abilities that are revealed by this deeper shadow journey, alone to a destination believed to be unknown to the participant at the outset of the ritual.
Thank you for sharing that—I hadn’t thought of Circe in that way, but it fits so beautifully. The idea of the labyrinth as a journey inward feels so true to her story. 📖🌀
I think you’ll really enjoy Piranesi! It’s such a unique read, with a mysterious, unfolding story that stays with you long after you finish. Hope you love it too!
Me too!! I almost gave up on Piranesi at the beginning because it was hard to figure out what was happening, but I’m so glad I stayed with it—definitely one of the best books I read last year. Circe was gorgeous all the way through.
What wonderful writing. So inspired to spend the day reading and drawing. This post is such a gift, full of wonder and. Imagination. Perfect on a snowy day when I can imagine the unwinding of spring. Thank you
That sounds like the perfect way to spend a snowy day—reading, drawing and dreaming of spring’s slow return 🌱 Thank you for your lovely note! ❤️
I loved this post and all the pictures—labyrinths are so much fun and hold so much symbolism. Borges' Labyrinths is one of my favorite books, and Labyrinth was one of my favorite movies as a teenager!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the post. Labyrinths really do hold so much depth. Borges is such an amazing writer, and I think he’s largely responsible for sparking my passion for Latin American lit. Thank you so much for always reading and commenting! 💕
Mazes are strange and unsettling, they freak me out.
They are! But I think that’s part of what makes them alluring 🌀
Absolutely loved all the visuals in this! And based on the other comments, Circe will have to be on my to-read list now!!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the visuals. I think you’ll really love Circe—it’s such a beautifully woven story. 📖
Here to second the love for Circe! A plantswoman of the highest order… it was so rich and transportive, time felt elastic whilst reading it.
I have recently moved to a property where there is room to build a garden, and the concept of a maze (or labyrinth?) has been floating over me… mown meadows with spiral paths of grass, low rocks marking a track that weave round and round, dizzying, concentric. A walking meditation. A metaphor for our timelines (the earth’s and mine). Your musings have added much richness to the visioning! Thank you 💚🌀
Thank you, I’m so glad to hear you felt inspired by this post! I love your vision for your garden, sounds magical. If you do create a maze there, please tag me, I’d love to see it! 💚
Great insight Lizey, and I believe that Circe is entirely an allegory about the ritual of the labyrinth. I do love plants as well and the only time I enjoy getting lost outside of my mind is when I seek it out on purpose, like mazes in open spaces that allow me to release all control and enjoy surrendering to that feeling of being lost on purpose is my kind of magic 😉✨
Congratulations! You’ve reached the heart of the labyrinth and emerged as the winner! Please send me a DM with your full name and address to claim your prize. 🌀🏆
Lost in the labyrinth of words 🌀
Haha, yes, the piece itself is a labyrinth! If you map out each section title, they’ll lead you right to the center. 📍
I’m too late to win anything, but Circe is a representation of the meaning behind the ritualistic/magic/witchcraft healing version of the labyrinth: in short, to go inward on a purposeful journey to discovering one’s highest human potential and talent, specifically those relating to the supernatural or spiritual gifts and abilities that are revealed by this deeper shadow journey, alone to a destination believed to be unknown to the participant at the outset of the ritual.
Thank you for sharing that—I hadn’t thought of Circe in that way, but it fits so beautifully. The idea of the labyrinth as a journey inward feels so true to her story. 📖🌀
Love this post and love the giveaway idea too!! 💕
Thank you sm for reading and for the kind words! 💖
I love this Zio <3
Thank you sm! 🫶
I’ve never been to a labyrinth.
I hope you get to one day!
I loved Circe, looking forward to reading Piranesi now!
I think you’ll really enjoy Piranesi! It’s such a unique read, with a mysterious, unfolding story that stays with you long after you finish. Hope you love it too!
Piranesi and Circe are both two of my favorite books!!
Me too!! I almost gave up on Piranesi at the beginning because it was hard to figure out what was happening, but I’m so glad I stayed with it—definitely one of the best books I read last year. Circe was gorgeous all the way through.