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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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Reflections
I’m replaying some old posts while I take some time to relax with my family. This one originally ran 5/12/11. I invite stillness and lean into a new pace. Rushing and multitasking can give way to the Mediterranean breeze and … Continue reading
Mom rehab
I’m replaying some old posts while I take some time to relax with my family. This one originally ran 3/28/11. Mom Rehab: What crazy, busy young moms would do if they could escape their lives for a few days “More double … Continue reading
Swimming toward independence
I know, I know. I said you wouldn’t be hearing from me and here I am. I’m going, I’m going. Sheesh! I only wanted to share with you that I wrote a little something and it’s published on The Momoir … Continue reading
You probably won’t believe me…
Friends, I am writing this before I change my mind. Lol. I’ve gone back and forth and back again in my head about whether it’s a good idea… and I’m just going to listen to that tiny voice within that … Continue reading
I prefer done AND perfect: making a blog book
You’ve heard the saying, “Done is better than perfect?” I am very bad at that one. I just could not follow that in this case, to my own detriment. Sigh. I spent a lot of time on this project. Cyberspace … Continue reading
Parenting with presence
Who among us can say we are perfect parents? I know I could be more patient and more present with my daughter. After their basic needs are met, our children really only need US… our attention and our respect. Some … Continue reading
