My Maps are Our Maps
Posted by Joscelin Cooper, Google Blog
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The tools used for navigation and exploration are fraught with
metaphorical possibility. A compass or telescope can be a powerful
symbol for search, discovery, and the fearless embrace of the
unknown. A map can tell you where you are, give you an idea of what
lies ahead, and even better, give scale and breadth to your
location. Maps connect us with the world in a way that is tangible,
visual and now, even
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And for any of the myriad places you can point to on a map, there
are traditions, stories, pictures and memories — each is as unique
and fascinating as its teller. For this year's holiday season
we've created a
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Map
Mark your place in the world with
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how you celebrate. Your stories can make for a considerably bigger
map than any featuring geopolitical boundaries and highway markers;
they can mark a human space of Chanukah candles, Christmas trees,
family feasts and reunions great and small. We look forward to
seeing how you make your mark.
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