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.

Saturday, December 16, 2017

NEGOTIATION

Recently I heard about a negotiation for a marriage deal! Yes, a marriage DEAL. I was told this is quite normal nowadays.

The girl wanted from the boy: cash - car- chauffeur- condo - credit card - carat - cruise - (overall) control. 
The boy was silent. Mother of the boy stepped in and asked the girl what she would give in return. Girl turned to her mother who virtually yelled at the boy's mother to mind her own business...adding that her daughter was marrying the boy and not his mother! Whaaaaat????

Both women then started shouting, arguing and quarrelling; virtually going for each other's throat! Boy walked off. Mother went after her son. The other two sat stunned.
Needless to say the wedding's off!

The moral of the story: In any negotiation one party can demand all he/she wants. It's his/her right. But also remember the other party can state his/her expectations as well. It's his/her right! 
If both parties refuse to budge, then, so be it. The deal's off!

No one is wrong and no one is right. Both are just exercising their so called rights!
Remember a negotiation needs the consent, co-operation and blessings of all parties concerned. Otherwise it's doomed before any alliance is forged!
This principle applies to all types of relationships; personal and business.

Posted by As Time Goes By...by Lynn Wong at 12:05 AM

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