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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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Author Archives: Naomi
June OLW – listen to the whispers in your heart
This is hilarious to me… my mid-year reflections from last year are pretty much the same as those for this year. I know I’m making progress but there sure seem to be some sticking points! I’m still working on simplifying … Continue reading
Photo prop goodies
I am taking an enjoying a year-long exploration of still life photography with some wonderful friends and the teacher is Kim Klassen, one of my favorite people ever. I have shared a few shots with you recently as I experiment with adding … Continue reading
La pura vida of Costa Rica
Finally, some Costa Rica photos for you, friends. One highlight of our trip was going horseback riding in the hopes of spotting some monkeys. While I won’t ever do that again with a camera over my shoulder (or wearing strappy … Continue reading
Reducing the noise factor
Just as “noise” in a photo can make it really tough to see the focal image (and I’m sorry I don’t have an example but I always delete those photos that are too grainy!), added excess in your daily life … Continue reading
To know yourself
This photo reminds me that I have not yet shared photos from our trip to Costa Rica last month! I will get right on that! I am changing the blog schedule for the summer. Rather than 3 posts a week, … Continue reading
May reading and learning
* * * * * Here’s a quick update on what I’ve been learning and reading. I enjoyed every single day of Panache Desai’s 33 Days through his book, Discovering Your Soul Signature: A 33-Day Path to Purpose, Passion & Joy. He … Continue reading
