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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
Dazzling light
“Still, what I want in my life is to be willing to be dazzled – to cast aside the weight of facts and maybe even to float a little above this difficult world. I want to believe I am looking … Continue reading
July reading (and a giveaway)
Britt-Marie Was Here: A Novel by Fredrik Backman Britt-Marie is someone who has lived her entire life for others. Now it’s time to figure out who she is. This book is literally laugh-out-loud funny and unexpectedly unique. Its charming story is … Continue reading
I love it… I really do
WHY would I spend so much time and energy on beautifying my home? I must love doing it. I have been complaining that it’s taken over absolutely everything, but that is because of the way I’ve dived into 20 projects … Continue reading
How to be a slacker, part 2
How to be a slacker: a guide for perfectionists and overachievers I’ve got a stomach virus that sent me straight to bed. You’ve most likely experienced this so I’ll spare you the details. What is interesting to me is that … Continue reading
This is why I’ve got nuthin’ for ya
Friends, I apologize for the lack of content this week. Here’s what I’ve been up to. Feels like a full-time job! And no, I’m not doing it myself.
What do we tell the kids?
Scene: The family car. Me: “Why are all the flags at half-mast?” Mr. B: “Ah, you didn’t see the news yet.” SG piping up from the back seat: “What are you guys talking about?” Do you tell them anything??? I’ve … Continue reading
