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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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A gal walks into a dentist office…
A gal walks into a dentist office. It’s rather ordinary as offices go. She’s been here before. In fact, this is her 13th visit. Why does it warrant mentioning? Because this time is different. You know how people say that we can … Continue reading
Word strip art
I’d like to tell you about a project I just completed and then implore you never to attempt it yourself. Why? It is tedious, visually tiring, and just plain silly. Add a new kitten to the mix and you would … Continue reading
Sorry… I’m booked!
September was pretty much lost due to recent events, but October was full of good reads. I honestly don’t know how I read them all because I didn’t think I spend much time reading. Apologies that it’s not my usual … Continue reading
An experiment: allowing space to breathe
I’m happy to say that I have finally convinced myself that I’ve done enough… for now. I certainly didn’t believe it 20 years ago, or 10, or even 5. 1 year ago I was running hard, full of commitments that … Continue reading
How does Anne Geddes do it???
Sweet Girl wanted a photo of our kitten CoCo siting inside a pumpkin with her head peeking out. OK, we can make this happen, right? We got a good size pumpkin at our nature center’s patch this weekend. We enlisted … Continue reading
Update on where I stand: art, parenting, and mindset
HUGE thank yous to each of you for your loving comments and support. I have printed each one out and have them posted nearby where I can always see them for motivation. It feels so validating when people mention to … Continue reading
