Do you Dare?
Dare to admit the truth to yourself first, then whisper it to others before proclaiming it loudly. Dare to believe in yourself and your soul’s calling, even if no one else does. Dare to love and be loved. Dare to be YOU!
Latest from the Blog
Personal stories and tips on how to be more self accepting and self reliant in love, adventure and career (laced with pop culture references).
How to Honeymoon on a Modest Budget in French Polynesia / Bora Bora
After some thought, Vito and I decided we wanted A/C, restaurants and amenities for our Honeymoon in French Polynesia. So this post includes tips and a budget breakdown on how to indulge responsibly in Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora. We also waited until after our...
12 Tips To Capture Wedding Day Portraits You’ll Love
Weddings are beyond stressful to plan, with so much build up and pressure for one day of bliss. And when it’s all said and done, all you have left are your photos, video and memories. It's tough to choose a wedding photographer, but once you swipe right on an...
On Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Finding Love
Confessions of a Commitment Phobe Nerd Who Got Engaged Let's start at the beginning, shall we? In elementary school, I only had a couple friends, no inclination for sports, a penchant for Cher Horowtiz skirt suits and straight A’s. But I still thought I was pretty...
An Ode to Lena Dunham and Girls
I have a confession to make. I’ve been obsessively googling “Lena Dunham interview” videos on YouTube for the past few days – sneaking them in the background at work, while I cook, while I tooth brush. Not to mention the frantic episode review searches every Monday,...
The Village in Greece
I was dreading going to Dorio, a tiny village in Messinia Greece where my grandparents live and my mom was born. I’ve been roughly 10 times in 30 years and every single time I swear it’s haunted and I become an anxiety-driven monster. Dorio sits in a valley (of the...
On Turning 29 and the Paradox of Time
I used to be in a hurry to grow up. I thought I would be happier "over there". PG-13 movies and playing in the "big kid" schoolyard were important milestones. I beamed during our ceremonial grad "walk out" of elementary school, with teachers and kindergartners lining...
Hi my name is Vanessa.
So far, my 30’s have been about embracing self-love and romantic love with a partner, navigating a true shift into adulthood, while retaining a playful and curious spirit.
My goal is to make others (and myself) feel less alone on this journey called life, by sharing lessons learned along the way!