All Things Beautiful...Through My Kaleidoscope

Welcome to my page of reflections on the mandala art of Henry Reed. Long ago, I envisioned my writing as viewing life through my looking glass…my kaleidoscope. I love the way the picture changes, with each turn of the scope. Yet, it’s always unique and beautiful. After long enjoying Henry’s mandalas in my daily email, I discovered that, beyond looking at the artwork, I was feeling prompted to write words from my heart regarding what was going on in my life. I began my own daily affirmations, or reflections…and posting them here, beginning in August 2009. ~ Nov. 13, 2011, Henry completed his 7th year -- 2,556 mandala paintings -- thus completing a circle. A new one begins. Hope you'll tune in to watch what develops in this blog space of Henry Reed, SusanGail and ATB ~ It's a journey of intuitive heart.

MANDALA ART BY HENRY REED FROM ARCHIVES OF THE DAILY MANDALA

Note to visitors of All Things Beautiful...

Below you will see my reflections on The Daily Mandala from the archives, beginning with Nov. 13, 2004...progressing gradually onward to Nov. 13, 2007, when Henry concluded his seven-year series. To see the newest mandalas, scroll down the archives...to where I first began the reflections in 2009. So, I've a long way to go before I sleep, in these mandala woods, so lovely, dark and deep!

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 17, 2005



When the runways on the landing strip appear fuzzy below me, I turn my attention to the brilliant points of light that await, brightly shining in the distance. I see from afar the beautiful mosaic that is my life. I rest in the thought that all is well, and will be, in its time. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: May 17, 2005

Friday, October 26, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 16, 2005



Go tell it on the mountain...
Speak your truth from the light of your heart. Be strong; be of good courage. Stand tall, reaching outward with the voice of hope and wings of love. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: May 16, 2005

Thursday, October 25, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 15, 2005



 Bright and beautiful are my days, when I sing in playful praise...the sunshine, the glory, the amazing story my life strews before me. I see the laughter, the joy. I hear the music.  I welcome the wonder; and I wonder...at me welcoming this colorful new me! ~ ATB 
The Daily Mandala: May 15, 2005

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 14, 2005


 My heart forms a smile when reflecting my face, as I magically watch the clouds erase and the sky lighting up in this beautiful place. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: May 14, 2005

Sunday, October 14, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 13, 2005





 I get the picture. I've been here before. Yes, this deja vu moment seems so familiar. Yes, I see the arrows; I see the target, the flight paths. This time, I feel the gathering momentum...there's no turning back. Yes, this time, I zero in; I let them fly. ~ ATB



The Daily Mandala: May 13, 2005

Monday, October 8, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 12, 2005

 Strolling through the land that time forgot...I'm scrolling down the letter-writing curlicues, the news, the winding lanes of photo-snapping, freeze-framing memories. Memories and dreams. Their power fascinates, liberates, and moves me past robotic states. I pause in wonder...of the past, the future...to enjoy each moment now. ~  ATB

The Daily Mandala: May 12, 2005

Saturday, October 6, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 11, 2005


Reservoir of  love mirrors back to me the powerful harmony of  thanks-giving, the ever present beauty of nature's nurturing heart. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: May 11, 2005

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 10, 2005



 Star Power:  When I follow the star --  when I follow my heart -- I discover that my star power is my heart power. The power in my heart is magnificent, magical, mystic. I have within me, all things beautiful, all things complete and whole. I live my life wrapped in this mystery. Each day is a new picture in my kaleidoscope of dreams. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: May 10, 2005

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 9, 2005



 A bright creativity stares out at me from my simple placid days. I want to draw it to me, somehow to let it free. I like this playful vision that I see. Having fun releases pent up energy.  Orange bursts juicily, joyously me. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: May 9, 2005

Monday, October 1, 2012

The Daily Mandala: May 8, 2005


Color me resilient:
Fluidity and flexibility of heart,
vibrancy and intensity of soul,
resonance of wisdom in my walk. In grace all is well...
all is whole. ~ ATB


The Daily Mandala: May 8, 2005