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About me
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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Tag Archives: Italy
Greetings from the Adriatic
While you are reading this, Mr. B and I will just be arriving home, having enjoyed 9 days together in Italy and Croatia. Here are a few photos to show you some of what we experienced:
Reflections
I’m replaying some old posts while I take some time to relax with my family. This one originally ran 5/12/11. I invite stillness and lean into a new pace. Rushing and multitasking can give way to the Mediterranean breeze and … Continue reading
Reunion
I’m replaying some old posts while I take some time to relax with my family. This one originally ran 5/11/11. “Wow! It’s been so long. How have you been?” I ask myself. “Oh, I’ve been happily busy, dizzy with tasks, … Continue reading
If you listen – a John Squadra quotation
First I read this quotation a few weeks ago because someone chose it for their One Little Word’s page. When I wanted to pair it with a photo, I immediately thought of this one from our trip to Italy last summer. … Continue reading
Scenes from Sardinia
It is amazingly beautiful here and we are having perfect weather. Yesterday I took my rented 70-300mm lens on a jeep tour of the area. I hope you enjoy the results. If you’d like to see more from this series, … Continue reading
