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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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Authenticity
A few months ago, a dear friend took me as her guest to hear Dr. Brené Brown speak at a local PBS lecture here in Houston. Brené is a research professor at the U of H Graduate College of Social Work. She has … Continue reading
Feels like home
I just came across the lyrics to this song in an old journal and I thought about posting them here, but wouldn’t the actual song be better? I used to sing this (loudly) in my car. Enjoy! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Am7EI5tdaX4&w=640&h=390] Written by … Continue reading
Everybody go vote for my horse!
I entered these three photos in the “Best Friends: The Ultimate Animal Photo Contest.” Besides the winners that the judges select, there is a People’s Choice award. “Starting weekly on March 7th, the photographer who acquires the most People’s Choice votes … Continue reading
Come alive
“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” ~ Howard Thurman
Favorite reading
A few days ago, I added a new page to my blog called “Favorite Reading.” I brainstormed and came up with what has meant the most to me over the years and why (in no particular order). I’m sure I’ll … Continue reading
Yo-Yo Ma And Lil’ Buck Perform “The Swan”
I saw this mesmerizing video today on The Huffington Post and it reminds me that we are capable of great beauty. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9jghLeYufQ&w=640&h=390] “The video, captured in an impromptu shoot by director Spike Jonze, shows the performers carefully watching each … Continue reading
