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, November 27, 2015

The Daily Mandala: October 10, 2005



 The table is set,
 the main characters are seated,
 the project is laid out,
 the game is ready to be played. 
All is well.
 Playing my cards right,
 I will score...a perfect outcome.
 ~ ATB ~

The Daily Mandala: October 10, 2005

Thursday, November 19, 2015

The Daily Mandala: October 9, 2005







Smile, dance...
relax, focus, dream...
listen, imagine...
then paint your heart's desire. 
~ ATB ~

 
The Daily Mandala: October 9, 2005

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

The Daily Mandala: October 8, 2005



I relax now into that tiny core, that almost invisible spark in my heart...and begin to pull in the light, the color, the life, the beauty that surrounds me. I feel the joy begin to rise within me. I share the love with those around me. ~ ATB ~

The Daily Mandala: October 8, 2005

The Daily Mandala: October 7, 2005


Somewhere in the center of the controversy, there is healing. Somewhere in the midst of confusion, there is clarity. Somewhere at the heart of the cross, there is hope. May I SEE in the eye of the storm. ~ ATB ~ 
The Daily Mandala: October 7, 2005

The Daily Mandala: October 6, 2005



May I keep my heart open 
to receive the light. 
~ ATB ~

The Daily Mandala: October 6, 2005

Friday, November 13, 2015

The Daily Mandala: October 5, 2005





My mandala moments reflect happenings in my heart and mind on the occasion that they show up. When I see this one, on the 13th day of November, 2015, I see my Parisian influence showing up as well. This happy picture to me marries the colorful provincial creativity that I love, along with the safety and comfort of formal city gardens. I'm looking at this art of Henry as a symbol of hope, peace and love... a prayer of blessings to the country I love next to my own. May we all BE hope, peace and love to our friends and loved ones who are touched by today's tragedy in the coming weeks and months. May we BE... as said Mohandas Gandhi... the change we wish to see in the world. ~ATB ~
The Daily Mandala: October 5, 2005

Monday, November 9, 2015

The Daily Mandala: October 4, 2005



Today, I go out exploring...brandishing a funky shield. Feeling a little bit topsy-turvey, disgruntled and mystified, I decide to have fun as I hold it out in front of me. Going forward with a joyful heart, I deflect today's irritations and turn them into splendid opportunities.
 ~ ATB ~

The Daily Mandala: October 4, 2005