Helping midlife creatives flourish & flow

Hi friend, I'm Vanessa.

I’ve been writing and creating since I knew I had hands.

As a GenX kid, I wore out my Speak & Spell. I spent hours writing stories, playing pretend, and daydreaming.

I’m now 51 years old.

Now, I spend my days as a creatively creative business owner supporting other midlife women. I'm a published writer, certified life coach, and creative communications strategist.

My love of journals, pens, stickers, and washi tape knows no bounds.

I will never, ever give up paper planning. Ever.

The soundtrack of my life is firmly rooted in 80s and 90s songs, with lots of Taylor Swift.

I’m almost always drinking tea, sending gifs (usually Outlander, Golden Girls, or Schitt’s Creek ones), and Voxing my other midlife mom friends.

Welcome. 🦋

Kind words from wonderful people...

“I’ve worked with Vanessa for over seven years on a wide range of projects, and her creativity, strong writing, and attention to detail always stand out. She’s not just a colleague but also a trusted friend, and I’ve learned so much from her, especially how to approach work and well-being with intention and care. With a blend of strategy and passion, she has a gift for creating work that truly connects, always bringing value and insight to the team.”

-Kate Kolesar, Senior Creative Producer

"Vanessa has been a voice of support and encouragement for me in so many ways. I’ve worked with her in the past as a life coach, and once she began offering coaching for creative entrepreneurs, I knew immediately I wanted to work with her in that capacity, too. She has helped me grow my independent author career significantly, and in such a short time. It’s so wonderful to have her on my team, and I am thrilled to keep working with her as I grow!"

Katie Andrews Potter, Poet, Novelist, & Educator

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