A review by:

Mr. Chan Bing Fai

Former school teacher, Headmaster and educational technologist

Lynn Wong's latest book is SMILE though your heart is ACHING. This is a much awaited book, a worthy sequel to her first book "As Time Goes By" published five years ago. Both her books are generally about life and living. They are not autobiographies.

Her first book is centred more on childhood memories and growing up pains based more on events, observations and her responses and reactions to them, with the innocence of a child. Her latest book, however, is about the adult world with its ups and downs.

It is also about fighting corporate battles.

The words she has chosen carry her thoughts succinctly. They are warm and friendly without being pretentious. The topics included in both her books cover a broad spectrum of subjects and events. Some are more hilarious and many are focused on a more serious note.

Her approach to life is spontaneous, governed by prudence and common sense. It appears lighthearted and easy. Being a keen observer, even trifles, will not escape her scrutiny. Her response to these is largely based on common sense and knowledge; laced with wisdom.

Her thoughts flow through smoothly from one idea to another and the transition is gentle, methodical, tidy and logical. Lynn's philosophy appears simple and yet very profound and thoughtful; gracious and tinged with a lot of human skills and understanding.

Her books are very personal and subjective; unique, highly perceptive, intimate and reflective. I have enjoyed reading both her books and excitedly look forward to her next one which I hope will not take too long to come to fruition.

Her artist -illustrator- is equally talented in bringing out the many encounters and experiences of the author through her drawings; depicting expressions, moods and emotions subtly and with precision. Congratulations to both of you for complementing each other perfectly!

The typography and layout is attractive and designed for easy reading. The book is available in major bookstores.

It is priced at RM27.90.

Monday, January 7, 2013

WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES ...

What a difference a year makes. What a greater difference Christ makes!
He takes the sorrow and turns it to joy. He wipes away every tear, restores the broken hearted; revives and renews our strength. He liberates and makes all things new-enabling us to soar like eagles. 
He brings justice where there is none.  He comforts like no other. 
Our youthfulness returns and just like in the olden days, we are energized, full of enthusiam and expectation.
There is no fear but peace; no panic but serenity.

I wouldn't want to turn back the clock. Everything that has happened in the last twelve months was for a reason. I don't always understand and despite my incessant questioning, there is silence. Fine.
I've learned (and still learning and struggling) instead to trust in the Divine, relax and go with the flow.

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
"All things work together for good to those who love the Lord and are called according to His purpose."

Despite the various (big and small) challenges, I confess the scale was still tipped in my favor for 2012.  I'm ready to wager that 2013 will again be MY year ... and YOURS too!
Believe it.
Cheerio.... xoxo


Posted by As Time Goes By...by Lynn Wong at 11:05 PM

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