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Welcome and thank you for visiting! I’m Naomi – a mother, writer, creative soul, and avid reader. I aim to share my thoughts and ideas to inspire positive change that will help you live an authentic and caring life.
Poetic Aperture is for me and for you. I often write just to process the swirling activity inside, but I also hope to inspire COMPASSION, COURAGE, and WONDER in you and support you on your journey of elevating the everyday.
I am a rabbinical student at the Academy for Jewish Religion in New York. I am fortunate to have an amazing 15-year-old daughter and a supportive husband of 22 years.
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… reading in bed, candles, diving into a new project, learning something new, crisp crunchy leaves underfoot, hearing my daughter laugh, starting a new book, finishing a book, organizing, floating on my back in the pool and staring at the sky, writing, craft supplies, photography, poetry, a good massage, knowing smiles, singing along to the radio, getting things done, comfy bedding, hot chocolate, paying attention to the details, libraries and bookstores, campfires, astronomy, finding beauty in the everyday, impromptu road trips, quiet, journaling, learning about myself, waking up and reading in bed (preferably with coffee), home, interesting flowers, affection, Sleepytime tea, capturing a moment in time with my camera, true laughter, soft rain.

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“There are many things in life that will catch your eye, but only a few will catch your heart. Pursue those.” ~ Michael Nolan
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Monthly Archives: April 2013
Little houses and three handmade cards
Last week, we had three birthdays in our family! I made this little canvas board for my mother for her birthday because she loves houses and bright colors. It was a quick and fun project using some paper, paints, and … Continue reading
Photo Friday: April favorites
Here are a few recent photos that I want to share with you… I shot this the morning of an art festival, just as people were beginning to arrive. Isn’t it lovely? This little guy was at an Earth Day … Continue reading
Defining what we love
I am just beginning a home style makeover. Deep breath. When I looked around recently at our home, I realized that it’s very… brown. We have been playing it so safe that there is very little of our own personality … Continue reading
Self-soothing and differentiation
I am an intuitive and sensitive person by nature. It can be a positive ability to be able to sense others’ emotions and moods. But what we do with that energy is what I want to talk about here. … Continue reading
Photo Friday: an oldie but a goodie
I really love this photo so I’m hoping you won’t mind that I’m posting it again. There are too many things on my to-do list and not enough time… what else is new? Have a wonderful weekend, friends. Thank you … Continue reading
The heart we share with ourselves
“A woman has three hearts… one that she shares with the world, one that she shares with her family, and one that she shares only with herself.” It’s an old Chinese proverb. I’m taking Christy Tomlinson‘s She Had Three Hearts … Continue reading














