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!

Monday, January 31, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 31, 2011


 Eye-popping insights abound when I delve into my creative spirit, no-holds-barred. Is there a pun there? Diving in, what will I find? Amazing possibilities spring into view, each time I jump higher on the trampoline. If I jump high enough, I can grab the ring. Keeping on keeping on...bouncing, balancing, ballerina dancing... higher, higher to brilliantly beautiful, amazing flights. I'm soaring! ~ ATB


The Daily Mandala: January 31, 2011

Sunday, January 30, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 30, 2011

 In gratitude for the healing garden that graces this place in my heart and my dreams, I visualize the framework, set in the fences, plant the trees, dig the trenches. Outlining patterns, planning plantings...designing, arranging, coloring rainbows of blossoming potential and possibility. For, here, in my garden, all is well and all is beautiful. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 30, 2011

Saturday, January 29, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 29, 2011

Knots and rings...ribbons, strings, and favorite things. Winding, looping lovely labyrinths, latticeworks, networks. Creating... encircling, connecting hearts... dreaming community.
~ ATB

The Daily Mandala: January 29, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 28, 2011

 Field of Dreams: Dreaming, questing, finding answers. I appreciate the power of my dreams, the possibility they bring to me. Patiently I probe the richness of meaning, until my heart knows what beautiful medicine they give me. When I know, I joyfully apply. My life is in my dreams; and I love this marvelous, magical adventure of discovery. ~ ATB


The Daily Mandala: January 28, 2011

Friday, January 28, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 27, 2011

Like sunlight flowing through a beautiful stained glass window, my heart captures the dream. The light lightens me. The colors infuse me...with insight of new possibilities. I open the window, swing open the door, breathe in the freshness of a new day. The forecast is beautiful. ~ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 27, 2011

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 26, 2011

Getting down to the basics, going strong, I'm determined to focus my dreams toward the sunlit center. With this radiant energy, I discover a resurgence of power that will see me through. The power is in my creative spirit, no longer distracted, but healed. The force of this sunburst is with me, and with those who go with me on the journey. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 26, 2011

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 25, 2011


Beauty and possibility --  I embrace the beauty; I imagine the possibilities.  Beauty inspires me to see the possibilities in each new day. The possibility of beauty appearing inspires me to look for it, to be it, to create it, to share the beauty I see. ~ ATB

The Daily Mandala: January 25, 2011

Monday, January 24, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 24, 2011

 'King's Speech': In the magnificence of pomp and circumstance, I imagine myself on a beautiful stage. Spectators surround, enjoying the view from the best plush boxes in the house. In a hush of anticipation, they wait for the curtain. What inspiration will they see? Hear? Feel? Will they know, I am being me? ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 24, 2011

Sunday, January 23, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 23, 2011

 Starshine, sunshine, mystical hearts shine, delighting me daily...swirling spirit to explore new heights, loftier visions and fanciful flights. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 23, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 22, 2011

 In gratitude for this pause that refreshes me, for the soothing peace that envelopes me, for the healing light that transforms me, for the friendships that sustain me on my journey. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 22, 2011

Saturday, January 22, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 21, 2011

 'He has made everything beautiful in its time' ... 'I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?' ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 21, 2011

Friday, January 21, 2011

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 19, 2011


With eyes wide open, I head for the light.
With mind wide open, I welcome the light.
With heart wide open, I share the light.
~ ATB~
The Daily Mandala: January 19, 2011

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 18, 2011

Organizing for the spirit, I find myself at a meeting of minds. With all aspects of me at the table, I find peace in the knowledge of pieces integrating, aligning in  perfect balance and harmony for the soul work envisioned.
All is well. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 18, 2011

Monday, January 17, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 17, 2011

The heart of the universe is a healing heart. The heart glows with the light of compassion and understanding, with the light of forgiveness and comforting peace. There is beauty in this heart that goes beyond space and time. When I listen, I can hear it. When I look, I see. Radiant heart energy enveloping me, blessings all around me. ~ATB

The Daily Mandala: January 17, 2011

Saturday, January 15, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 15, 2011


 Thoughts of blissful beauty of summer breezes bring blessings to my heart, hearth, home. Bountiful gardens and sparkling clear fountains revive me. In the midst of winter, the artistry of mind paints visions of healing hospitality of spirit. I raise my glass in salutation to those gathered around the table. To love and health: Cheers! ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 15, 2011

Friday, January 14, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 14, 2011

 Pure exasperation leads to magical excursions,
  as I fan the flames of fantasy,
engaging in dreamwork realms:
healing relationships, manifesting change,
creating beautiful expressions
of heart-activated possibility.
And then, I go out and DO, and SEE;
the life-change artist is ME. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 14, 2011

Thursday, January 13, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 13, 2011

Brilliance shines like distant suns in my eyes. Wisdom shines in my heart when I listen to the song they sing. ~ATB

The Daily Mandala: January 13, 2011

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 12, 2011


Artistry of creativity paints whimsically and beautifully when I get out of my own way and have fun. Insights flow serendipitously and synchronistically, skipping through my heart. All is well. All is joy...when I remember to be...me. ~ATB


The Daily Mandala: January 12, 2011

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 11, 2011

It's fun to contemplate a parallel universe, where I walk into my dreams through a beautiful gateway. What are the possibilities? How will this movie unfold? What scenarios might I create that will benefit the most people for the highest good of all? As I travel along the fascinating byways of 2011, may I discover and make it so. ~ ATB

The Daily Mandala: January 11, 2011

Monday, January 10, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 10, 2011

Between the snow and the stars, where sheep safely graze in rainbow colors of healing light streaming from afar, my heart tunes in praise to the magnificent beauty, the mystical hymns of the universe. ~ ATB

The Daily Mandala: January 10, 2011

Sunday, January 9, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 9, 2011

Kindle my heart to kindle the power of heart in all whom I meet. Kindle my heart to open to the heart power of all whom I meet. Life is sweet when it's a two-way street. ~ ATB



The Daily Mandala: January 9, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 8, 2011

There are times when a profound sadness permeates the atmosphere of my day. My heart clenches, longing for peace in the world. I ask myself, "What can I do, in my own way, to facilitate this global desire?" Prayer comes to mind. The power of love in prayer. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 8, 2011

Friday, January 7, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 7, 2011


It's a brave new world before me. The freshness and newness astonishes me into action...yet,to swirl together the colors into a pool of healing calm. Yes, I tell myself. You are at the right place, at the right time on your journey. All is well. As you take flight, things will unfold as gently, yet as powerfully, as eagles' wings. At once aloft and grounded, you open to the mystery. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 7, 2011

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

The Daily Mandala: December 5, 2011

My garden is Nature's cathedral, where angels whisper in the wind, blessing me with gentle nudges. When my heart listens, I hear. When my heart waits, I see the bigger picture. When my heart sings, I know I'm on the right path. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: December 5, 2011

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 4, 2011

Sunshiny days bring a sprightly spring to my step, and spa-beautiful fragrant meadows of healing powers to my dreams. There, I walk in the essence of green forests, among golden rose garden blooms, along serenely flowing stone-cobbled streams. I bask in the gentle luminosity of spirit that recharges the hospitality of my soul, revealing the rainbow palette within. ~ ATB 

Monday, January 3, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 3, 2011

 With resolute compassion and whimsy, I flow through the stages and lessons of life, bound by the vision of my higher self. I revel in the pattern, the design of this magical realm that I paint into being. With the flip of my brush, the stroke of my pen, the words from my heart to the world, I engage with my purpose in a spirit of both focus and fun. ~ ATB
The Daily Mandala: January 3, 2011

Sunday, January 2, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 2, 2011

 Wise ones appear on my journey to follow the star. Excitement wells up within me, as I travel with them on this path so warmed by the light. Visions and dreams kindle my heart. Images glow in the indigo night. Filled with the promise of peace, my soul sings songs of comfort and joy. Together, we embrace the beauty. ~ ATB



The Daily Mandala: January 2, 2011

Saturday, January 1, 2011

The Daily Mandala: January 1, 2011

 At the starting gate: 
She cannot stand still when the trumpet sounds.
She's off! 
Running with joy the race set before her. 
Round and round...tracing, pacing, 
gathering speed for fleet-footed circuitry.
With a glint in her eye, she breaks for the finish.
She need not look back;
her destination is found. ~ ATB

The Daily Mandala: January 1, 2011