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.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

FINAL JOURNEY

My Children,
I am sorry if you think me difficult when most days I'm confined to my bed; helpless, restless, purposeless and breathless. I know you think me childish when I refuse food that I simply cannot swallow. Not that I haven't tried. I would do anything to see the harshness of your face soften. The obvious annoyance in your voice breaks my heart. I wish but...I cannot.
You see, my children, I am dying. Yes, even as I grapple with eternity, how I long for your company, your closeness, your conversation. Please sit with me even if it is in silence. Bear with me a little longer, my beloved; it won't be long now. Walk with me this final journey as I have walked with you at the start of yours.
Believe me, I would not want to tarry if not for my desperate love for you. Indeed my suffering is great. I wish I had given you enough sweet and meaningful memories to sustain us both, in this, my time of need. Please forgive me if I have failed you, for in doing so I have failed myself. Think of me kindly when I am gone ...
Love,
Your mum 


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