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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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Soulful home: your favorite things (March prompt)
Hopefully some of you have more of a welcoming entryway now. Did you add some photos? A table? A coatrack? I would love to hear what you’ve done if you decided to tackle last month’s prompt. “He is the happiest, … Continue reading
Photo-heart connection: ever-changing nature
* * * * * Before we begin, let me tell you that I’m excited to be part of Becky’s collaborative post answering the question: “How is your work inspired by your experience as a mom?” Head to Raising Loveliness … Continue reading
Creative self-care: February OLW
I think I’m doing rather well with “cherish” so far. I’ve been reading The Book of Awakening: Having the Life You Want by Being Present to the Life You Have each evening and then writing down 5 things I’m grateful for … Continue reading
Abundant mama: taking the chaos in stride
Perhaps you’ve noticed that I have a wee problem with wanting to sign up for too many online courses than I can reasonably handle. They are all just so GOOD that I hate to pass them up (and believe me, … Continue reading
The mountains are calling: our trip to Boulder
I know that many of you are so ready to be done with this winter. But consider a different perspective (and please ignore the dust)… Houston has had a few days recently when the temp dipped below freezing for ten … Continue reading
Alaska excursions: gentle giants of the sea
It’s been so fun to reminisce about our Alaska trip this week. Did you see my post this week about the White Pass Scenic Railroad? Turns out I have some fun pictures from the Chihuly Museum in Seattle and from … Continue reading
