Meet Linda


STEP ONE

THE NAME
Welcome to Small Steps to Happiness, one of my many adventures in finding bliss. My name is Linda Tran and I am the author behind Small Steps. This style diary aims to inspire others to find the joy in dressing up or down and to share the same excitement I feel in getting all the deals. I will occasionally share some small steps I take in my own life towards finding happiness.


 Everything I do is with one goal in mind - to find uncomplicated, deeply-motivating, genuine happiness. One aspect that has brought me this kind of unfaltering bliss is retail therapy, whether it is buying a beautiful pair of shoes on super sale or helping others find their dream look for an event. I am on the search for my next steps towards happiness and I hope you'll join me in finding yours. Remember, it only takes one small step.

THE GIRL

THANKS TO YOU
I am a city girl, New York City to be exact. I am a bookworm, a Broadway junkie, a zombie enthusiast, and a shoeholic. I am minimalistic to a fault, but obsessed with color. I am petite and proud - 4'11" if you want to get into details. I am a teacher of tiny tots by day and a deal-finding blogger by (early) night. Everything about Small Steps has been made possible by YOU! You have inspired me to show you what I love to do by allowing me to simply be me. Your continued support on my social media makes my heart so warm. Thank you for taking these small steps in learning about my happiness. Let's go find yours.

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