historically, the labyrinth holds several meanings and interpretations. some cultures reserved this "pattern" for royal burial sites or tombs, while some practiced worship of particular gods and goddesses. the labyrinth has even been used as a form of art decor in pottery, jewelry, cave walls, and even churches. contemporary times have proven that these designs have been personified as symbolic forms of pilgrimage, as those who cannot afford to embark on actual pilgrimages have used the labyrinth as a means of achieving enlightenment. upon my normal routine of daily exercise and exploration in los angeles, i recently discovered a new version of this "antiquated path to salvation" in a well-known park located at the eastern-most end of the santa monica mountains. runyon canyon is known for its hiking (as there are numerous paths leading everywhere one can imagine), liberal canine policy (dogs are permitted to be unleashed when accompanied by an "adult"), and common celebrity sitings, due to the canyon's close proximity to the hollywood hills (a popular celebrity residential area). this labyrinth consists of manmade rocks, branches, sticks, and mulch - all strategically and artfully arranged to create spirals leading to the term "LOVE". Regardless of past, present, or future use - a maze to the unknown or unforeseen will always have its visitors wondering...
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