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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: Photography
Happy spring!
Our peach tree is budding and flowering so much! Our newly planted azaleas are flowering. Spring has arrived!
Photo Friday: Seattle’s Chihuly Museum
Last summer after our cruise, my daughter and I spent a gorgeous day together in Seattle. We took the monorail from our hotel to the Seattle Center to see the Space Needle, the Chihuly Glass Museum and Garden, and then the … Continue reading
Photo-heart connection: ever-changing nature
* * * * * Before we begin, let me tell you that I’m excited to be part of Becky’s collaborative post answering the question: “How is your work inspired by your experience as a mom?” Head to Raising Loveliness … Continue reading
The mountains are calling: our trip to Boulder
I know that many of you are so ready to be done with this winter. But consider a different perspective (and please ignore the dust)… Houston has had a few days recently when the temp dipped below freezing for ten … Continue reading
Alaska excursions: gentle giants of the sea
It’s been so fun to reminisce about our Alaska trip this week. Did you see my post this week about the White Pass Scenic Railroad? Turns out I have some fun pictures from the Chihuly Museum in Seattle and from … Continue reading
Alaska excursions: White Pass Scenic Railway
Remember how I went to Alaska this past summer? I was pretty diligent with editing the hundreds of pictures I took, but somehow I stopped before I was done. Today I’d like to share with you a few photos of … Continue reading
