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!

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 30, 2009



Apple mazes and corn orchards:)
A labyrinth of autumn fun....

 The Daily Mandala: September 30, 2009

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Tuesday, September 29, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 29, 2009



Flower Power! The power is back.
I'm online, on track, in sync...
full speed ahead back to the 

future of many endeavors!

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Monday, September 28, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 28, 2009



Askew...life seems askew...
but the power and color is there.
I just need to pull it out, bring it forward, 

stand tall...rise and sing.
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Sunday, September 27, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 27, 2009



 Stargate log: With the lightness  and playfulness of angels, I whirl through the galaxies of my mind, creating beautiful fantasies for the future.


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Friday, September 25, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 25, 2009



I might be feeling a little off-kilter today, but all is well and sweet in my world. I know all I need to know is within, so I affirm to have fun on this journey...and I travel along with playful intention.

The Daily Mandala: September 25, 2009

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Thursday, September 24, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 24, 2009



Filtering fuzzy logic today,,,
waiting for the light to glimmer through

The Daily Mandala: September 24, 2009

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Wednesday, September 23, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 23, 2009



Soft as a comfortably worn bandanna drawn around my head, the gentleness of warm autumn days lulls me, pulling me back into my soul, as I steadily and patiently embrace the season and its fruitful labors.



The Daily Mandala: September 23, 2009

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Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Monday, September 21, 2009

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Desert Retreat: At times when I feel doubtful about my purpose, I imagine myself seated on a high desert rock, azure sky above and a rivulet of blue water below me. On my rock I bask in the sun's warm rays. Flashes of insight come to me...and I know the path I must take now.


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Sunday, September 20, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 20, 2009



A New Beginning: Boldly, confidently, 
I construct the foundation...the blueprint...
for my dreams.
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Saturday, September 19, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 19, 2009



Desert Rose: My grandmother, Kittie Reed, always set her table with the beautiful Franciscan Ware Desert Rose. Reflecting on this mandala, I see myself as a child, back at her table. I picture all the wonderful meals shared and family time together.  While we're not related to Henry Reed, I appreciate sharing another Reed's work. And in the center of this series of circles I'm led to that Desert Rose... symbolic to me as a child and even more so now.




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Friday, September 18, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 18, 2009


When my life zig-zags around the perimeter,
like a jagged row of rick-rack around the hem
I remember that often the  zigs and zags 

get me where I'm going,
faster and better than I could ever have imagined.


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Thursday, September 17, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 17, 2009



Layer upon layer, step by step,
I grow in spirit as I walk this earth,
between the sand and the sky.


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Wednesday, September 16, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 16, 2009



 In the spirit of fun and play, I color my world with creative thoughts today. Energized by the possibilities, I sense the harmony that can carry me forth to complete the tasks at hand in a beautiful way.

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Tuesday, September 15, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 15, 2009

Bright, light days of summer's last fling precede the brilliance of autumn treasures to come...
The Daily Mandala: September 15, 2009

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Monday, September 14, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 14, 2009


Open my eyes that I may see,clearly...
knowing the paths I'm on all lead to the center,
where there is light and strength for the journey...
and all is well.


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Sunday, September 13, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 13, 2009

 Just as tranquil waters flowing from an infinite source reach out in all directions, 
I feel the creative spirit flowing out from me, like a flower blossoming under the healing energy of the sun and the moon's tender repose.



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Saturday, September 12, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 12, 2009

 The beauty of my healing garden inspires me...soothes my soul...enriches my spirit...lifts up my heart...echoes my dreams.


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The Daily Mandala: September 11, 2009

Quietly contemplative, restful in a dark green clover lawn,  
I relax in the shade of an ancient willow tree,
soaking up its  eternal wisdom.


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Sunday, September 6, 2009

Heal Your Life with Creative Art-Making | The Conscious Life

My friend Henry Reed was featured in TheConsciousLife.com with his mandala art. I've been sharing his art on the pages of Facebook, and experimenting with my own affirmations as I reflect on them. It's been fun. Sometime I hope to try drawing them myself...great for left brain/right brain balance, they say. Write me if you've tried this art form. I'd love to hear about it. I'm not an artist, but Henry encourages anyone to try it. You may subscribe yourself at www.thedailymandala.blogspot.com


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The Daily Mandala: September 6, 2009

Lighten up!

The Daily Mandala: September 6, 2009

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Saturday, September 5, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 5, 2009

Fantasy World: A world of fantasy exists around me. Staying connected to the source of all good, I'm able to spread my wings, bringing the fantasy to reality.



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Friday, September 4, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 4, 2009

Wild and crazy adventures lead the way today. In the spirit of fun and play, I leap into the fray!



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Thursday, September 3, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 3, 2009



Garden Walk

Walking along the pathways of my garden...outdoors or within...I'm calmed by nature's reflection of  beauty and order; and I proceed with confidence that all is in order and beautiful in my life, as well.
The Daily Mandala: September 3, 2009

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Wednesday, September 2, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 2, 2009


September Intensity:

Often The Daily Mandala uncannily reflects
something going on in my life.
The intensity of what's coming...
may it match my intentions and my aspirations.






















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Tuesday, September 1, 2009

The Daily Mandala: September 1, 2009

Sunspots: Powering up my heart with radiating solar flares of healing energy, I visualize myself as a source of love and light...a sunflower among a field of sunflowers.

The Daily Mandala: September 1, 2009

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