Photo by Nancy Morgan
Six participants gathered at the Gatehouse on December 7 to discuss and write about the concept of a unicursal labyrinth, with a single pathway leading to the center rather than multiple paths with dead ends. How had episodes in our lives, when we intentionally or inadvertently move off the intended path, changed us? Did we find our way back or continue on a new journey? Mary Oliver’s poem “Crossing the Swamp” lends itself to this topic. After listening and taking notes we shared our thoughts and feelings around the table. Then instead of linking the theme to the Gatehouse outdoor environment, we elected to take a field trip and visit a nearby labyrinth to contemplate the therapeutic value of a guided walk.