CHANGE/CHOICE

"What it lies in our power to do, it lies in our power not to do." -- Aristotle

"Only I can change my life. No one can do it for me." -- Carol Burnett

"Destiny is no matter of chance. It is a matter of choice: It is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved." -- William Jennings Bryan

"We must either find a way or make one." -- Hannibal

52 years old......what do I wish for?

On Monday 01-10-07 I will be 52 years old. Every birthday I used to wish for good health and world peace. This year , what can wish for.......? I pray everyday to god.

• Please GOD heal my youngest son Richard Yap Jun-Woh of cancer. Guide him in his life journey and the great plans you have for him. Protect him from all harm. You have created a brilliant son . He is an extraordinary person. He wants to be an oncologist . He needs your blessing and guidance.
• For my eldest son William and my second son Alexander- my wish and message for them is to "follow your heart and live your dreams". May God protect you both always.
• My wish for my husband is- always be happy.
• My wish for my mom and two beautiful sisters -"May they enjoy good health,wealth and happiness .
• For my departed brother- " May his soul rest in peace"
• For me .... I wished for "all my wishes to come true"

Remember the words of Napoleon Hill - "Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit." Believe it, it is true!

Happy Birthday to me !

The "C" Word

The 'C' word scares people, but it can be overcome. With good medicine and strong hearts, it can be overcome."


http://www.mayoclinic.org/osteosarcoma

Reflections

Cancer is just a word. That’s what I told my son Richard. Being a cancer survivor is just life. Richard’s life is not any different than anybody else, is just his particular journey, his particular experience. He just experiences a successful knee replacement surgery. He is recovering brilliantly. He will be out of his crutches in four weeks time.
I told him “Life is a journey; It’s not a guided tour." His experience has made him think seriously about being an Orthopedic Surgeon!

Class of 72

More Photos...........Main Convent Ipoh girls never seems to age !!!.

Class of 72

Main Convent Ipoh

Achievement Quotes For July 07

COMMUNICATION/PERSUASION
"It seemed rather incongruous that in a society of super-sophisticated communication, we often suffer from a shortage of listeners." -- Erma Bombeck

"Self-expression must pass into communication for its fulfillment." -- Pearl Buck

"The 8 key words that will move practically anyone to your side of the issue: 'If you can't do it, I'll definitely understand.'" -- Bob Burg

"Writing is the gold standard of communication. Learn to do it well and see more gold." -- Chris Widener

CONCENTRATION/FOCUS
"Every great human achievement is preceded by extended periods of dedicated, concentrated effort." -- Brian Tracy

"The best advice I ever came across on the subject of concentration is: Wherever you are, be there. When you work, work. When you play, play. Don't mix the two." -- Jim Rohn

"Quiet minds cannot be perplexed or frightened, but go on in fortune or misfortune at their own private pace, like a clock during a thunderstorm." -- Robert Louis Stevenson

"Concentration is the secret of strength in politics, in war, in trade, in short in all management of human affairs." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

CONTENTMENT
"Everything has its wonders, even darkness and silence, and I learn, whatever state I may be in, therein to be content." -- Helen Keller

"I am beginning to learn that it is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all." -- Laura Ingalls Wilder

"Nature tops the list of potent tranquilizers and stress reducers. The mere sound of moving water has been shown to lower blood pressure." -- Patch Adams

"Never argue with the inevitable." -- Patricia Fripp