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, May 27, 2013

ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE ...

If only to testify that all things are possible for those who believe and continue to hope. 

 Never mind that some people might ridicule, steal and kill your dream; rob you of your joy.
It's their prerogative.  You can't stop them. 
But what you can do to thwart and frustrate their plans is to never give up, hang on and refuse to let hope die. 

 Rest and wait for the right timing.  
Meanwhile prepare yourself, work hard and smart; enhance and sharpen your skills, get connected with the right people; help as many individuals/groups to achieve their goals.  They in turn will help you achieve yours.
Be available, have empathy and LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN!
And the most important of all, I feel, is to commit "your ways to God". (Psalms)
He alone will give you divine wisdom, understanding, discernment and ability that are required to see to fruition all your undertakings.  
And the good thing is HE adds no trouble to your success.  
Can't say the same for the individual who made it by 'self effort though!'  I applaud the achievements of self-made men and women but at the same time do feel sorry for the great sacrifices - health, family, relationships, morals, etc - they have had to make in the process of gaining fortune, power and praise.
But this is the way of the world and we are very much a part of this belief system and world order.

In contrast if one listens hard enough, one will likely hear HIM.
"But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:31
In your heart, you will know His Voice.

Time to rebuild, to restore. 
Arise to a new beginning.

 Hands on ... having fun ... seeing our new venture taking shape...looking good...











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