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.

Thursday, October 31, 2013

LONELY HEART

Oh, to have the kind of stubborn love that refuse to leave even when shown the door.  
Often it's difficult to read a person's thoughts.  
He may say something and mean something else.  A harsh word spoken on impulse should not invite instant condemnation.  
After all, humans are controlled by emotions, environment and endless senseless jitters.

Things are not what they seem. 
A lonely person who outwardly rejects love, tenderness and kindness may in fact be yearning for the same. 
But for some reason cannot bring himself to admit it.

Be slow to pass judgement.  Avoid hasty conclusions.  Sometimes we need to read between the lines.  May I also suggest that we don't jump to conclusions.  
Seek to empathize and understand where he's coming from. 
Alone-ness does things to a person.  
Build bridges rather than erect walls.  
Look into the heart for therein dwells his real person - his wants, needs and desires.

His 'Go' may well be a plea to stay ...



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