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, September 16, 2021

IT'S MAGIC

Love is magic!

Whenever you feel alone, lost, disheartened, dysfunctional and timid, summon to mind all the people who have loved...truly, truly loved you. Remember how they made you feel. Never mind if these special people in your life are long gone, the magic remains. People...may be your grandparents, parents, teachers, childhood friends, siblings, spouse; admirers who thought the world of you and made sure you knew your power and potential. They took away your awkwardness, your fear...your aloneness...your doubt...and your timidity. In place they gave you confidence...compliments...credibility...and courage. And don't we need an extra dose of courage to help us navigate safely through these troubled times. Yes, remember all the people, every single one of them who have loved and demonstrated such intense emotions toward you; bask in the glow of their faces, gasp at the twinkle in their eyes; dance to their heavenly applause... and return the favor by loving others in the same deep manner. Wave the wand and create magic...





Posted by As Time Goes By...by Lynn Wong at 5:07 PM

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