The final piece of the puzzle

 

Google Maps

As you can see above I made a true treasure map, as the final piece of this project and it was lot of fun. I actually made two! The image caption goes to a second version of the map that can be navigated using a Google app called "My Maps." This is a really cool tool that I previously didn't even know existed that lets you set markers to make your own custom map. My interactive map lets you click each X to see the associated clues! 

This week of Treasure!

 This week has been BUSY!

I finished reading Jon Collins-Black's book There's Treasure Inside, I hid my 10 treasures, received contact from someone who found one already, and learned how to edit and complete a video for my Ted Walk.

I feel like I have so much I want to say about There's Treasure Inside but my thoughts are all competing for attention at the same time. Its fun, inspiring, thought provoking, exciting, a call to action, a study in finding meaning in your life, a historical perspective, a love story, and more. On top of all of that I also want to rush out and try to find his treasures. I've already stayed up later than I should have as I fell into the pit of seeking clues in his writings and images. Needless to say I don't think I'm about to find any of his treasures any time soon, but I'm excited for whoever does!

On the other hand, my treasures have been hidden and some have even been found. I wasn't sure if I was going to leave clues but in the spirit of Jon Collins-Black here I'll share the photos of their locations, in case anyone wants to go hunting for them.

Sometimes there's nothing quite as peaceful as Sitting down and enjoying the moment!

These Palestinian flags might have a better Perspective than a passer-by. (But please don't jump into that garden or mess with the pipes.)

I love this artist's work! Is that a raccoon size Double Bass? Or on closer inspection maybe a repurposed Violin?

♫♪♪ Take a look ...  A reading rainbow! ♫♪♪

These Trees have a great seat to watch baseball, or ice-skating in this weather I suppose.

Treasure hunting might be your Gateway to joy!

(FOUND!) This bench needs a slightly different Perspective to really find it's treasure.

(FOUND!) I'm so Grateful this art exists all over our neighborhood!

(FOUND!) This shop always has the most Electric window displays.

(FOUND!) That angry cat wasn't gonna scare nobody away from the treasure it guarded. 

I know some of these were found but not confirmed yet so if you're out there looking just remember there's no need to trespass or be in dangerous situations to find any of them, they should all be severely obvious from a sidewalk or path. And to Angela who left me a kind message after finding the Polish Birds/Flowers bench box, I really appreciate your kind words <3