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!

Friday, April 30, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 30, 2010

 Something extraordinary is about to happen.
Feeling into the peace and place of it, I
anticipate a divine outcome to my situation.
All is well,vibrant, and beautiful.
Color me ready for the next adventure!

The Daily Mandala: April 30, 2010

Thursday, April 29, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 29, 2010

Sometimes it's good to sit back, relax,
be a little bit quirky and playful. 
When I do, I find I'm open to new ideas
and amazing insights come my way.
It feels good when I allow myself
this flexibility of perception,
making room in my heart for 
the joyful spirit to return...and stay.

The Daily Mandala: April 29, 2010

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 28, 2010

 All things bright and beautiful in springtime
inspire me to create
all things bright and beautiful
 in my life, my work, and my dreams
The Daily Mandala: April 28, 2010

Monday, April 26, 2010

Sunday, April 25, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 25, 2010

 "May the force be with you," 
I affirm to myself
and those I encounter today. May I express my thoughts
with feeling, engaging others in the language
of intuition and dreams.
May I lift creative spirits and hearts
in ways that will make a difference,
individually and globally.
May I see beauty and possibilities
in all things... and pass it on.


The Daily Mandala: April 25, 2010

Saturday, April 24, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 24, 2010

 Rainy day sunshine lights up the runway for my goals and dreams, sometimes so brightly I can't help but SEE that touch-down is imminent.
The Daily Mandala: April 24, 2010

Friday, April 23, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 23, 2010



A dark night of the soul
can be the looking glass
for a time traveler's
journey to the heart.

The Daily Mandala: April 23, 2010

Thursday, April 22, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 22, 2010

 Color me lavender blue,
happily looking over my field of dreams...
a magical, mystical rhapsody
tunes me in to its memories.
The Daily Mandala: April 22, 2010

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 21, 2010

 Butterflies are free...to flit and fly
from blossoms to trees,
over streams, mountains, seas...

in my all-things-beautiful world!
The Daily Mandala: April 21, 2010

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 20, 2010

 I'm grateful for the way things are lining up in my life. With patient expectation, I observe and I listen. I discover a divine pattern is operating in and through me. I learn to trust in the outcome, knowing that when I'm balanced in all directions, all is well, and will be.

The Daily Mandala: April 20, 2010

Monday, April 19, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 19, 2010

 Summer dreams find me wandering
sweet scented garden paths, and observing creative spirit blossoming into all things beautiful.
The Daily Mandala: April 19, 2010

Sunday, April 18, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 18, 2010

 Golden days, quiet days, reflecting days...
slowing down
in the bright rainbow rays.
Soaking up beautiful inspirations 
from the wellspring of wisdom within.
Finding ways to send the joy, the light, 
the peace of trees and sacred spaces...
blessings of love...
the sound of music from my heart.


The Daily Mandala: April 18, 2010

Saturday, April 17, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 17, 2010


Gazing… “I SEE you.” As in a dream, from high in the eagle’s nest… viewing through a beautiful all-knowing eye. From this perspective, I feel the warmth of penetrating, expanding light and wisdom. Down below is the healing garden waiting for me…the caretaker… to nurture and grow the gifts I’ve been given.
The Daily Mandala: April 17, 2010

Friday, April 16, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 16, 2010

Going in circles, running into obstacles can be daunting. How do I find a solution to the problem, when no one wants to connect, communicate? Why all these boundaries? When I can see through to the clear skies, why can't everyone else? How do I keep on with my dream? How do I clear these big, neon-bright road blocks in my face?... May I, with patience, be bold, and engage them!


The Daily Mandala: April 16, 2010

Thursday, April 15, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 15, 2010

There's an intensity in my relief today...
of knowing the path I must travel...
that fuels  me,energizes me.
It feels good, turning the corner,
seeing the bright and beautiful horizon.
I embrace the possibilities
of new direction...
and welcome the new creations.
The Daily Mandala: April 15, 2010

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 14, 2010


The brilliance of my focus astounds me, 
when I intuit the beauty of the path before me. 
Keeping the destination in sight,
I trust the forces
pulling together
to carry me safely there.

The Daily Mandala: April 14, 2010

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 13, 2010

What an eye-opener. Realizing once and for all that I am the artist of my life.I'm the star of this movie. I'm the producer of this show. I mix the colors and play out the stories.And, I'm happy doing it. Doing what that star within is meant to do. Getting on stage. Contributing. When I'm true to that vision, life is good.

The Daily Mandala: April 13, 2010

Monday, April 12, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 12, 2010

Ephemerally playful spirits flag my thoughts with wild and crazy ideas. But, they can disappear in a heartbeat. So, I jot them, note them, draw them, paint them...archiving for a rainy day. Maybe then, if I'm patient, I can fill pages of substance and inspiration.
The Daily Mandala: April 12, 2010

Sunday, April 11, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 11, 2010

 Settling in...I'm relaxing into the appreciation of where my life is leading me. Gently, comfortably, moment by moment, resting in the tranquility that comes with the peace of being and doing...accepting... allowing...its unfoldment.

The Daily Mandala: April 11, 2010

Saturday, April 10, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 10, 2010

Get glowing...get going...sunny-side-up!
Inspired, and giving thanks for this beautiful day,
I spring into it with gusto and joy.
 
The Daily Mandala: April 10, 2010

Friday, April 9, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 9, 2010

 Ideas and insights come to me, in the rich, intimate tapestry of my dreams. I marvel at their mystique...that enchants and draws me forward on my path. The more I follow, the more I learn, the more I know that I don't know. Yet I press ever onward with this star search... my story... guided by wise ones
that appear on the journey.


The Daily Mandala: April 9, 2010

Thursday, April 8, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 8, 2010

Wake up! You have the plan; 
the time for action is now!
 Get motivated, get moving! 
Create miracles...and
work your magic!
The Daily Mandala: April 8, 2010

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 7, 2010

 A feeling of sweetness finds its way into my heart
today, as I contemplate the delicate pattern
shaped by the beautiful intricacies of my life.
What a wonder!
With my eye on the target,time blurs and fades, 
and I go merrily whirring along to my destination.
The Daily Mandala: April 7, 2010

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 6, 2010

Getting back to the basics,
I'm reminded that painting
in primary colors often 
offers the brightest and best,
beautiful blueprint.
The Daily Mandala: April 6, 2010

Monday, April 5, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 5, 2010



Joy-light energizes, crystallizes, optimizes my perspective. Seeing things with new eyes, zooming in, I discover a refreshingly vibrant dimension to my hopes and dreams.

The Daily Mandala: April 5, 2010

Sunday, April 4, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 4, 2010

A day of bright new beginnings: Time to renew, refresh, re-invigorate, re-involve,
in this adventure of life.
You know what to do. Simply begin.

The Daily Mandala: April 4, 2010

Saturday, April 3, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 3, 2010

Light and breezy daydreams fill my heart today.
There is a richness of insight in my dreams, and
I love to take the time to travel there.

The Daily Mandala: April 3, 2010

Friday, April 2, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 2, 2010


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Today, in gratitude, I'm appreciating the possibilities opening up before me. My heart is light, enjoying the beautiful, seemingly magical, connections taking place. But why should I be amazed? In God's plan, there is only light and love.
The Daily Mandala: April 2, 2010

Thursday, April 1, 2010

The Daily Mandala: April 1, 2010


Blending, mending,soothing,smoothing
the relationships in my life.
Softening the prickly places in my heart,
I find myself drifting gently down
the azure river of a warm spring day.
All is beautiful and all is well...
The Daily Mandala: April 1, 2010