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 with my little boy.
Becoming Seen: The Joy and the Weight of Being Visible
I used to hide. Ghost social media. Dodge expectations. But one day, the Hermit in me whispered: It’s time to serve. So here I am—messy, real, and still figuring it out.
Photo by Umut Çakır: https://www.pexels.com/photo/seascape-scenery-during-golden-hour-9333734/
Lessons from Goodbyes
Goodbyes have never been easy.
But I'm learning to sit beside the sadness, like sitting with a gentle rain — not pushing it away, not clinging to it, just feeling grateful for the moments we shared.
Photo by cottonbro studio from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-writing-on-black-board-with-chalk-3825306/
Are you sure?
This blog is basically my brain talking to itself. I write about thoughts I probably shouldn't believe, spiritual side quests, and what happens when I pause and ask, “Are you sure?”
It’s not deep wisdom. It’s me, trying not to judge too fast, love a little better, and maybe understand this mess of a mind — one weird thought at a time.
Photo by Pixabay: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-holding-gray-and-black-compas-220147/
I’m Fine Alone… But Maybe I’m Ready for Something More
I’ve always been fine on my own.
But lately, a quiet part of me is asking:
“What if you’re ready for something more?”
Photo by cottonbro studio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/persons-hands-with-rainbow-colors-3693901/
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/
