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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
New house update #3: a sense of renewal as we start again
It’s the 1-year anniversary of Harvey and people around here can’t talk of much else. Reflection is important, but forgive me if I don’t participate. To me, it still feels like it just happened. Family and friends have been telling … Continue reading
Napa Valley trip, Part 2: Muir Woods
I first heard of John Muir when we went to Alaska. I was fascinated by his travels and solitary adventures in what was mostly uncharted territory. As part of our California trip, I very much wanted to visit Muir Woods, … Continue reading
July activity and reading report
July, you kept me busy. While SG was at camp, Mr. B helped me set up our office as my art space. He works upstairs now and says he doesn’t mind. I am so grateful. I’m still setting it up … Continue reading
Napa Valley trip
While SG was in camp, Mr. B and I escaped for a few days to Napa. We had a lovely time reconnecting with each other, spending time in nature, and just slowing down. I found a few red wine varietals … Continue reading
New house update (1 of 100)
We have begun construction on our future home! It’s been just about a year now to get to this point. (I imagine the city will mark the Harvey anniversary in some meaningful way, but I want to do something too.) … Continue reading
43 so far…
There’s something about getting Facebook birthday wishes that surprises me every year. First, I have to say that I really like knowing when people’s birthdays are and how old they are too, if they choose to share that. It levels … Continue reading
