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, July 27, 2023

CHEAP AND DELICIOUS

Banana leaf rice with three types of vegetables and rice for only RM10.90 (under US2.50).

Furthermore all items are refillable including the pampadam! We always over eat. Deliciousness overload every time. Super duper value for money.
We're indeed spoiled for choice here in our country.
Jom...jalan jalan in search of cheap makan!



ROTI TISSUE

Can't wait to dig in ... roti tissue (tissue bread) drizzled with condensed milk and sprinkled with castor sugar. In my opinion no other group does this better than the Mamaks (Tamil Muslims) ... delicious and hugely satisfying. All time favorite comfort food to tickle the palate and warm the heart at any time of day or night. 

Some of these restaurants are opened 24 hours!  Head to one nearby when the craving starts.




Wednesday, July 19, 2023

GONE IN A HEART BEAT

Loosen up.  What's the fuss anyway?!
The only thing that matters is the life that is throbbing inside you.  Lose that and everything ceases.
Whatever and however you're feeling now... sorrow, pain, anger, hate; sweetness, contentment, joy, ecstasy... all that will pass!  
Over time your life will also be snuffed out.  
Meanwhile be fully you; wild, witty, wise, whimsy and weird.  It's okay to be YOU...
Sending blessings, love and all kind thoughts.






Saturday, July 15, 2023

Know Your True Worth

Quit blaming yourself!

You are not the problem.  You are not the cause of his problem.  He has to take responsibility and accountability for his own messed up life.  Don't be lured into being a scapegoat.

You're certainly not a doormat to be trampled on and discarded.  You're infinitely more valuable than you could possibly imagine yourself to be.

Know your true worth and to whom you belong.  You were bought with an enormous and impossible price 2000 years ago... 

You have freedom in Christ!




















Flirt With Life

We cannot expect different results if we continue to do the same thing over and over again!  

What we sow is what we'll reap. 

Surprise yourself; flirt with life; be playful and joyful.  Act out of character...embrace change.  Be all you can be!