Naomi Arnold

Studies have found that spending time in nature has a positive impact on emotional, cognitive and physical health (1-2) .  I've certainly been observing this in action of late because if I haven’t been working or homeschooling, I've been spending most of my time outdoors. Hiking in the local nature reserves. Riding my bike through bush tra…

Studies have found that spending time in nature has a positive impact on emotional, cognitive and physical health (1-2) .  I've certainly been observing this in action of late because if I haven’…

What others find UNUSUAL about you, I find utterly BEAUTIFUL & AWE-INSPIRING. [Initially posted on Instagram . Image taken by Naomi in Yarrabilba on the land of the Yugambeh people. ]

Hi there, I hope you are having a wonderful week so far. I have been slowly recovering from my first round of COVID, that then triggered a flare up of my back issues. I’m feeling a lot better now, wi…

Hi there, One of my favourite times of the day, is reading a chapter or two from a book to my 10-year old, Cloud (they/them), at bedtime. We both agree that the book we just finished reading is our f…

In nature,  we find expressions,  of what we cannot articulate,  with human words. [Initially posted on Instagram . Image taken by Naomi at Sunshine Beach on Kabi Kabi Country.]

Hi there,  I want to thank those who reached out by email, blog comment, or Instagram comment/message with encouraging words. It was wonderful to hear from you. Sadly, I wasn't surprised to re…

Hi there,  If this is the first time we've "met", welcome. I'm thrilled you're here, taking a moment out of your precious day, to read what little 'ol me has to say. And…