01/05/2024
I do not enjoy the cold but I felt compelled to bundle myself up and head to the Labyrinth at Central Park. It was serenity. At first as I walked in my big, clunky, very warm winter boots I felt a bit awkward, at times unsteady and unbalanced. I put my focus on my breath, and walked mindfully. I realized how sacred Fridays are to me, and the importance of honouring my day off to do the things that allow me to realign, to give back to myself.
At the centre of the labyrinth I felt love flood into every cell of my being. I soaked it in. Walking back out of the labyrinth felt peaceful, and steady. As I prepared to step out of the labyrinth I took a moment and mindfully prepared to re-engage with the community from a place of love and compassion.
I continued with my day's errands of grocery shopping and felt a giggle inside as two employees engaged with me, not in the hustle and bustle, but sweet, I see you, connected conversation.
Feeling very grateful to live in a city with a labyrinth, that I am able to make time for myself to do things that fuel me, for a warm, down to my knees coat, and warm boots. Feeling the love and warmth on this gray day.