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Welcome and thank you for visiting! I’m Naomi – a mother, writer, creative soul, and avid reader. I aim to offer thought-provoking ideas that inspire positive change and that will help you live an authentic and caring life.
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… reading in bed, candles, crisp crunchy leaves underfoot, my daughter’s giggle, starting a new book, finishing a new book, organizing, 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, connections, art supplies, road trips, craft projects, quiet, details, journaling, waking up and staying in bed, home, interesting flowers, affection, warm chamomile 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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New artsy products
I heard about Society 6 from a friend and had to try it. You upload your photos or art and they make tote bags, iphone cases, greeting cards, mugs, throw pillows, etc. from them! I ordered a tote bag, some … Continue reading
Stories from Lafayette Cemetery
These photos are of Lafayette Cemetery in New Orleans’ Garden District. This family lost a one-day-old baby and two other children to Yellow Fever.The exterior walls tell their own stories.
Photo Friday: coffee and ritual
When I spotted these mugs in the store, I immediately thought of the warm memories I have of all the heart-to-hearts that my dear friend C and I have had through the years over coffee, sometimes in person but most … Continue reading
100 acts of kindness – DONE! (part 2 of 2)
“There is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness.” ~ The Dalai Lama This post is a continuation of Part 1. Thank you all for … Continue reading
Good books, modern motherhood, and other ramblings
It finally cooled off around here yesterday, enough for me to change out of my short-sleeved t-shirt into cozy flannel and put socks on! Who knows how long that will last (it could be back to 80 tomorrow) but I … Continue reading