Welcome to My Little Corner
A cozy space for thoughts, stories, and good company
Why a blue sky and a van?
Well, funny story—my name is Thanh Vân, which means 'blue sky' in Vietnamese. Sounds poetic, right? But then I moved to the U.S., and suddenly… I became a van. Yep, like the vehicle. So here I am, somewhere between a peaceful sky and a four-wheeled mode of transportation. Honestly, it’s a pretty fitting combination for me—always wandering, always open to new journeys. And that’s me, when I was young.
When the Mind Needs a Little Rain
A gentle reminder that sitting around staring at rain might be the best thing you do all week.
Photo by vee terzy: https://www.pexels.com/photo/road-between-pine-trees-39811/
Adulting is Weird
When was the last time you made a decision for your soul—not your schedule?
I did. And it terrified me. I used to chase butterflies. Now I chase bank balances. This summer, I’m choosing the forest instead—two weeks off-grid to reconnect with my freedom-loving, animal-caring, slightly-chaotic self. Because maybe the only way to feel stable… is to go a little wild.
Photo by Taryn Elliott: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-in-white-dress-running-7866286/
Siri, How do I Soft Quit My Life?
I’m learning that love — real, sustainable love — includes rest. And sometimes, the kindest thing I can do is stop forcing myself to keep going.
Small Ripples, Gentle Tides
Tonight, a client emailed me just to say, 'You’re an angel, Van.' And my heart melted—not because of the title (wings would be a hassle, honestly), but because I realized: Today, I helped someone feel a little less alone. And that’s enough.
Photo by Lukas: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-hand-reaching-body-of-water-296282/
No Tears, Just Tides
No tears today—just customers changing nail colors like it's a game show. But instead of losing my cool, I breathe, repeat my mantra, and ride the waves. Patience isn’t just a virtue; it’s a survival skill in customer service.
Photo by Matt Hardy from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/wavy-body-of-water-during-golden-hour-1615681/
Sailing out
After years of letting self-doubt steer the ship, I’m finally setting sail—into blogging, into uncertainty, into figuring things out as I go. No fancy titles, no perfect plan, just a desire to share, connect, and remind each other that we’re not alone in this wild journey. Welcome aboard!
Photo by Arnab Barman: https://www.pexels.com/photo/boat-in-the-ocean-1675998/
