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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: Photography
Reflections
I invite stillness and lean into a new pace. Rushing and multitasking can give way to the Mediterranean breeze and quiet. Sunshine, flowering vines, a canopy of trees. Here my respite begins. It’s a struggle to surrender to the quiet, to … Continue reading
Posted in Creativity, Photography, Writing
Tagged Italy, Photography, rest, Sardinia, stillness
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Reunion
“Wow! It’s been so long. How have you been?” I ask myself. “Oh, I’ve been happily busy, dizzy with tasks, a bit overwhelmed, but really very good.” “I am so happy you finally came to visit.” “Are you kidding? I … Continue reading
Zen lessons
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits has me swooning again. His recent 38 Life Lessons I’ve Learned in 38 Years is sage and timely advice for me. Apologize. Let go of possessions. Slow down. Enjoy this moment. Make mistakes and learn from … Continue reading
