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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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Author Archives: Naomi
Blooming True: releasing the paintings within you
“There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action. And, because there is ONLY ONE OF YOU in all time, this expression is unique. And, if you block it, it will never exist … Continue reading
My Life Book!
What a wonderful year being a part of Lifebook 2013, a year-long mixed media art class focused on celebrating and honoring YOU. Even if I had gotten behind schedule, I looked forward to Tam’s e-mails and the weekly lessons. She … Continue reading
Photo Friday: reflections
“Beauty is eternity gazing at itself in a mirror.” ~ Khalil Gibran Taken at the Dallas Arboretum. I just love being near water and finding interesting shots of it!
Final Life Book Theme: Celebration
Tamara LaPorte’s Life Book course has been amazing. 52 fabulous arty, creative, inspiring weeks! I can hardly believe how much I have learned, how much encouragement the other participants have given me, and how much I have grown personally due … Continue reading
December books
I enjoyed few quick reads in December in between two very heavy ones. For those two (The Untethered Soul and Women, Food and God), I’ll have separate posts coming soon so I can share more about them with you. You’re … Continue reading
Soulful home: monthly journeys (and January prompt)
I’d like to embark upon a journey with you. I plan to continue transforming my home to be as free of clutter as possible, full of peaceful and natural elements, and a true reflection of me and my family. I’ve been … Continue reading














