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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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Category Archives: Motherhood
Living juicy
I recently participated in the awesome, all-free Rock Your World Summit, a live telesummit of 24 inspiring world-class teachers, coaches, and authors that was focused on real ways to make changes in your life so that you can make your dreams a reality. … Continue reading
Self-care
I spend most of my time caring for others and I often forget that my needs are important. Let’s just say that I’ve got lots to learn about cultivating self-kindness, accepting where I am and identifying what I need at any … Continue reading
Friday afternoon… vacuuming
Daddy and daughter are all set to venture out for a walk to the mall near our apartment. They have the stroller, the drink, the snacks, the extra diapers, the princess shoes, and the toys absolutely essential for today. They are leaving, … Continue reading
Stop the insanity!
I am finally sitting on the sofa in our new apartment, trying to NOT do anything. (I’m as sane as my house is organized and I cannot stop until it’s done.) My husband and daughter are drawing at the table, … Continue reading
The mom monologues
Points North Magazine, an Atlanta publication, recently asked for submissions about motherhood for their Mother’s Day edition, so I sent them my “Letter to my Daughter” (see original post). They liked it enough to publish it online here.
The ending is the best part!
You know that feeling that you get toward the end of a really intense, great story? You don’t really want it to end because then what will you read, but also you can’t wait to see what happens? I savor my … Continue reading
