Category Archives: Books & Reviews

Life After Life

Posted on January 13, 2015 by sinyaw

The brilliant Andrew K. said this book was brilliantly written. He is well read with a good reputation for book recommendations. I put it on my reading list – only to found a long queue at the library for the … Continue reading →

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A Time to Kill

Posted on November 18, 2014 by sinyaw

On one of my many trips, I noticed John Grisham’s new book. I am really never a fan for legal thrillers, or John Grisham. But I knew he’s famous and never read any of his works, so I searched. Clearly, … Continue reading →

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Detox from Laptop Addiction

Posted on November 12, 2014 by sinyaw

I relish the offline time on the plane (to an extent). I would write programs, clear out my inbox, do presentations, or compose my thoughts into words. The epiphany is that those are transient works. Things really get “done” when … Continue reading →

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The Soul of A Chef

Posted on November 3, 2014 by sinyaw

I am not a talented cook. In professional speak, I don’t have a good palate. What’s a “good palate?” I live with a very talented cook. She knew what go together, what do not. She knew how much to season, … Continue reading →

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Double Defections

Posted on October 19, 2014 by sinyaw

After decades, I abandoned FireFox and submitted to IE. Yes, Microsoft finally won. On my Windows 7 with various desktop protection things installed, FireFox stopped working. I Googled and found many users experienced the same. The only fix seems to … Continue reading →

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All Souls Trilogy

Posted on September 10, 2014 by sinyaw

Deborah Harkness is a historian and a writer. When she ventured into fiction writing, she got an “instant” success. Yes, after many books of more obscure topics and limited audience. All Souls, I believe, was her first mass market fiction. … Continue reading →

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Breaking Bad

Posted on July 29, 2014 by sinyaw

Yes, I am both late and accidental to the Breaking Bad sensation. I needed a backup time killer for a business trip. I have lots of “me time” during those trips. Exercising is difficult, I am usually tired or inconvenienced. … Continue reading →

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San Juan Islands

Posted on July 22, 2014 by sinyaw

In the summer, whale watching is a very nice day trip from Seattle. The easiest way is to board the Victoria Clipper to Friday Harbor at San Juan Islands. From there, whale watching tours are for your choosing. It is … Continue reading →

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Sway: The Irresistible Pull of Irrational Behavior

Posted on July 17, 2014 by sinyaw

I still think Daniel Kahneman’s Thinking, Fast and Slow, is the best. This one shared some of the stories and studies, but also added some more new concepts. It was also a read. The authors outlined 7 “sways” that affect … Continue reading →

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Chihuly Garden & Glass

Posted on July 12, 2014 by sinyaw

Dale Chihuly, born locally, is an internationally renowned glass artist. In 2012, partnered with the city, he started this permanent exhibition in Seattle Center. I believe some of the works were originally made for this exhibition and others were collection … Continue reading →

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