Happy Now!
A recipe for overcoming despair
A 64-year-old retiree, Mdm Lee, lost her life savings of $80,000 to con artists in July 2007. In the depths of her despair, a glimmer of hope took shape, the young girl whom she cared for as a nanny came to her rescue...
The detective engaged couldn’t crack the case but was so impressed with Mdm Lee’s cooking that he suggested that her recipes be documented. That passing comment gave Ms Yeo, the young girl now, 29, an idea of how she could help her former nanny. And so HAPPY NOW!— a collection of 20 of Mdm Lee’s specialty recipes — was launched with the help of volunteers...
Ironically, Mdm Lee, who is uneducated, has never read a book in her life. But her skills as a cook — she does mouth-watering chicken rendang, dark soy sauce chicken and mee siam, among other dishes — are well documented in the book, along with inspirational quotes and illustrations...
"Ah Sao’s (Mdm Lee) experience reminds us that while material wealth can be stolen from us, more important things like love, hope, and true friendship will always keep us strong."
Log onto HAPPY NOW! to learn more about the project and buy the book.
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"People who consider themselves victims of their circumstances will always remain victims unless they develop a greater vision for their lives." Stedman Graham (Speaker, Author and Educator)
"The consciousness of loving and being loved brings a warmth and richness to life that nothing else can bring." Oscar Wilde
"Love is a force more formidable than any other. It is invisible, it cannot be seen or measured, yet it is powerful enough to transform you in a moment, and offer you more joy than any material possession could." Barbara DeAngelis
A 64-year-old retiree, Mdm Lee, lost her life savings of $80,000 to con artists in July 2007. In the depths of her despair, a glimmer of hope took shape, the young girl whom she cared for as a nanny came to her rescue...
The detective engaged couldn’t crack the case but was so impressed with Mdm Lee’s cooking that he suggested that her recipes be documented. That passing comment gave Ms Yeo, the young girl now, 29, an idea of how she could help her former nanny. And so HAPPY NOW!— a collection of 20 of Mdm Lee’s specialty recipes — was launched with the help of volunteers...
Ironically, Mdm Lee, who is uneducated, has never read a book in her life. But her skills as a cook — she does mouth-watering chicken rendang, dark soy sauce chicken and mee siam, among other dishes — are well documented in the book, along with inspirational quotes and illustrations...
"Ah Sao’s (Mdm Lee) experience reminds us that while material wealth can be stolen from us, more important things like love, hope, and true friendship will always keep us strong."
Log onto HAPPY NOW! to learn more about the project and buy the book.
Source:
"People who consider themselves victims of their circumstances will always remain victims unless they develop a greater vision for their lives." Stedman Graham (Speaker, Author and Educator)
"The consciousness of loving and being loved brings a warmth and richness to life that nothing else can bring." Oscar Wilde
"Love is a force more formidable than any other. It is invisible, it cannot be seen or measured, yet it is powerful enough to transform you in a moment, and offer you more joy than any material possession could." Barbara DeAngelis
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