Naomi Weisman 🇨🇦 🇦🇺 - Rambler Profile

What do you love about being a Sole Sister Ramblers founder?

Well, to begin with, friends and family are what keep me traveling through life at a happy pace. So, as isolating as the pandemic was, I weathered that proverbial storm quite well in large part because I felt surrounded by the people who matter most to me, even if only virtually. This founding team of old sister-friends has always buoyed me up in good times and in bad. 

Now that life has gotten back on track, and we can see one another in person, I still seek out my Sole Sister community online. It has become part of my daily routine to see what #trailmagic people have encountered on their Rambles or what wonderfully kind, insightful, and empathic advice is being given to one of us. 

Another facet of Sole Sister Rambler's that frames my week and excites me creatively is the writing. My Rambler Cafe Blog column, called Nomi's Pics, has been so much fun for me to think about. I also love writing about life in general, and I am grateful for this kind and loving platform that allows me to express my musings. 

Finally, being one of the founders of Sole Sister Ramblers has deepened my original friendships with the other founders, strengthened other old friendships, and sparked new ones. This is a unique space, and I treasure what it adds to my life. 

What is your hometown and born town?

I was born and raised in Toronto, and it’s still where I call home. I’ve occasionally considered moving to a smaller community, but in the end, I can’t imagine being far from my family. As long as my kids are here, Toronto will always be home to me.

My home away from home is Australia, where I spend at least a month each year visiting family and friends in Perth and just outside Melbourne. I’ve even had the joy of Rambling with fellow Sole Sisters while there—a wonderful bonus to every trip!

What do you like best about the age you are now?

What I love most about the age I am now is the deep sense of comfort I feel in my own skin. I’ve come to fully accept who I am—the strengths, the flaws, and everything in between. There’s a freedom that comes with not needing to prove anything, and a quiet confidence in knowing what truly matters.

Another joy of this stage in life is witnessing the incredible people my three kids have become. Watching them grow into thoughtful, capable adults has been one of my greatest privileges. Even more meaningful is the relationship we share now—it’s evolved into something rich, respectful, and deeply rewarding. We’ve shifted from parent and child to something more like lifelong companions, and that connection fills me with gratitude every day.

What five words would you use to describe yourself?

Kind, curious, stubborn, impatient, and honest.

What are your favorite all-time movies, TV shows, or books?

That's a tough one. They are different depending on mood.

Book: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte (1847) This book blows me away every time I read it. It is filled with feminist thought; it examines the balance in relationships in the mid-19th century, including loyalty, how society treats mental health, and ideas surrounding women and their ability to reason.

Also: anything by Alice Hoffman, Kate Quinn, and Geraldine Brooks. I've also recently fallen in love with Jennifer Egan's writing...I could go on!

Movie: Grease because it reminds me of being 10 years old and completely enthralled with the music, the story, and reenacting the whole thing with my friends.

TV Show: The Mary Tyler Moore Show. It reminds me of being with my mom. It was a show filled with humor, heart, and strong women.

What is your favorite color, and where does it show up—in clothing, furniture, or your choice of flowers?

Over the years, I’ve gone back and forth between blue and green as my favorite color—but lately, blue seems to have taken the lead. It shows up everywhere: in the cozy sweaters that fill my closet, in the accents throughout my home décor, and even in the photos I’m drawn to when capturing landscapes.

What I love most about both colors is how beautifully they show up in nature. From the deep blues of the ocean and sky to the vibrant greens of forests and fields, they evoke a sense of calm, renewal, and connection to the world around me. I think that’s what draws me in—their grounding presence and the way they seem to shift with the light, always offering something fresh to notice.

What is your favorite music, and what influenced your musical taste?

Folk music was my first love. I was practically spoon-fed it with my Pablum. I grew up listening to musicians like John Prine, Steve Goodman, Van Morrison, Carole King, and Joan Baez.

My tastes have expanded to include country artists like Chris Stapleton and indie artists like the Avett Brothers or Wilco. I am open-minded about music, and I appreciate talent.

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