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, April 17, 2017

ENCOURAGEMENT

Celebrity chef Martin Yan usually ends his cook show with this famous line: "If Yan can cook, so can you!"
Some people bring out the best in us. They help us imagine we can be better than we presently are. They believe we can succeed even when we ourselves have doubts. They make us feel good. 
I like to embrace this sort of positive vibrant energy; totally immerse in its powerful effect, which is life changing.


I visited a dear friend today. He's 87 but can easily pass for 65. His attitude is remarkable and his zest for life, contagious. I love being around him. He claims to be my biggest fan and makes me feel 10 feet tall even when I feel real small! I went to him with a gnawing concern. He offered coffee, cakes and good conversation as always. An hour later, I came away feeling like a goddess placed on a pedestal. I was high on self confidence. And what did my wise friend say: "If I can do it, so can you!"

I believe him and daresay that my simple faith in his word pleased him. Encouragement works both ways.

Thank God for special people in our lives...

Posted by As Time Goes By...by Lynn Wong at 1:10 AM

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