Who Moved My Cheese? by Dr. Spencer Johnson

What it's all about? [Goodreads' description]

Change can be a blessing or a curse, depending on your perspective. The message of Who Moved My Cheese? is that all can come to see it as a blessing, if they understand the nature of cheese and the role it plays in their lives. Who Moved My Cheese? is a parable that takes place in a maze. Four beings live in that maze: Sniff and Scurry are mice-nonanalytical and nonjudgmental, they just want cheese and are willing to do whatever it takes to get it. Hem and Haw are "littlepeople," mouse-size humans who have an entirely different relationship with cheese. It's not just sustenance to them; it's their self-image. Their lives and belief systems are built around the cheese they've found. Most of us reading the story will see the cheese as something related to our livelihoods-our jobs, our career paths, the industries we work in--although it can stand for anything, from health to relationships. The point of the story is that we have to be alert to changes in the cheese, and be prepared to go running off in search of new sources of cheese when the cheese we have runs out.

What I Learned?

With just 98 pages, Who Moved My Cheese? really teach me a lot of things and it's really worth my time reading it. In this book, Dr. Spencer motivates the readers with just a simple story that can even make you lough but the true message can be easily absorbed. This book makes me aware that, even though you are successful and achieve what you want in your life, it doesn't mean that it will be long lasting. Because lots of thing may happen. In a blink maybe your career or whatever you have will shatter into pieces. Do not feel too comfortable because we don't know what's waiting us in future. In this book, Hem is the character which is too comfortable with what he has. But when what he has is all running out [the changes] he sit idle and hoping that everything will turn out all right again. He afraid with the changes, and even worst he afraid to change himself. Haw in the other hand, even though he is at first also acts like Hem but, he realizes that nothing will change if you just sit idle. So, he goes out to journey into the maze to find the opportunities. And of course in the maze of life, most of the times we will find the dead end but it's worth it. You gain experiences along the way and you'll try harder. So, if you fail in your life, never give up because there's a lot more opportunities out there. Just make a move. And who am I in this story? I think I'm still a Hem but trying to be a Haw. How bout' ya?

Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down?

Thumbs Up!!

• Not so much pages. Can finish it within hour.
• Interesting and fantastic analogy and fun to read story.
• The easy to understand language.
• Most important, the message of the author is successfully delivered. Well done, Dr. Johnson!

CoffeeNCracker's Meter [new]

5 cups of Coffee

5 creamy Crackers

That's all for now, I highly recommend this book to all my friends out there who're in the hunt for their "Cheese". Bye guys. Have a good day. Ciao...

I'm Back!!

Hey everyone! This is going to be my first post after two-months-long holidays. I'm so sorry for those who expected some news from me. But, rest assure, here I am again willing to share with you what I've read during that period. I managed to finish 10 books and it's such a fantastic achievement. It's a new record!! Well, I'll try my best to write the reviews and post 'em here later in time. I'm really glad that I get the chance to share my opinion and interest with all of you again.*smile*

These are the books waiting to be reviewed:

• The Prisoner of Birth by Jeffrey Archer
• Not A Penny More, Not A Penny Less by Jeffrey Archer
• Shall We Tell the President? by Jeffrey Archer
• The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien
• The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien
• The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King by J.R.R. Tolkien
• The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger 
• A Place Called Here by Cecelia Ahern
• The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari by Robin S. Sharma
• Who Moved My Cheese? by Dr. Spencer Johnson

Wow!! For me. it's such a tough work to do. But, I'll try my very best to review all of 'em. We'll see what will happen. *grin*. And for now, I'm reading a horror thriller novel, A Dark Dividing by Sarah Rayne. It's progressing very well. And there are several other books waiting to be picked up on my to-read list. Here they are:

•  Fever by Christine Feehan
• The Magicians by Less Grossman
• Sepulchre by Kate Mosse

Now, since the new semester is starting. My reading will become much slower. But, I really glad that I'm back. Looking forward for your feed-backs and opinion on anything. Not only concerning books, you also can share your life experience with me and you can tell jokes also cause they'll for sure make my day. That's all for now. Ciao...

The Friday 56: Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus

Hi! Happy Friday! The moment u read this post, I'm already at home doin' nothing. I have two months long for holidays. Awesome!! Haha! I write this post yesterday actually because once I'm at home, no internet is available. OK, here's for the Friday 56, Men Are from Mars , Women Are From Venus by John Gray.

A man's deepest fear is that he is not good enough or that he is incompetent.


Just as women are afraid of receiving, men are afraid of giving.

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The Friday 56 Rules

• Grab the book nearest to you. Right now.
• Turn to page 56 and find the 5th sentence.
• Post that sentence (or plus one or two others you like) along with this instructions on your blog or (if you do not have your own blog) in the comments section of Story Time With Tonya and Friends.
• Post a link along with your blog post back to Story Time with Tonya and Friends.
• Don't dig for your favorite book, the coolest, the most intellectual. Use the closest.

Have a pleasant Friday guys...Ciao..

Martian & Venusian

Hi, guys!! What a gloomy Thursday here. But, I'm really in a good mood right now 'cause I'm going'out for lunch with my girlfriend. Well, I'm reading Men Are from Mars,Women Are from Venus by John Gray right now. My girlfriend introduced me to this awesome book a year back but I couldn't finish it because I lost it. So, started from the moment I lost this book, we, my girlfriend and I, just simply called it "The Lost Book" haha! But, a few months before I bought the same book again and gave it to my girlfriend. And the funny thing is, we still calling it as "The Lost Book" instead of the real title. Last night she gave it to me cause I want to reread the book and want to finish it. Though it is a non-fiction book, it is a page-turner and I really enjoy reading it. By, reading this book, I really hope that I can improve our relationship, have better communication, and to understand each other very well. Why? Because I love my girlfriend so very, very much. 

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Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus

Synopsis [from cover]: Once upon a time Martians and Venusians met, fell in love, and had happy relationship together because they respected and accepted their differences. Then they came to Earth and amnesia set in: the forgot they were from different planets.

Using this metaphor to illustrate the commonly occurring conflicts between men and women, Dr. John Gray explains how these differences in communication can come between and prohibit mutually fulfilling loving relationships. based on years of successful  counseling of couples and individuals, he gives advice on how to counteract these differences in communication styles, emotional needs and modes of behaviour to promote greater understanding between partners. 

Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus has helped millions of men and women to understand each other better. it is a valuable tool for developing deeper and more satisfying relationships.

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This is such a great book. It's fun and enjoyable and yet full of tips and guides. I really love this book and I recommend it to all of you. have a go, and you won't regret reading this book. I can assure you. That's all for now. Oh, yes! I'm goin' home for a long semester break. You'll rarely see my post here from now on. Well, have a nice day!! Ciao........

Kindle vs Nook

What I'm going to share with you today is two cool gadgets which are popular among bookaholics all around the globe. They are Kindle by Amazon and Nook by Barnes and Nobel. These two products are the wireless reading devices with a lot of cool features. These gadgets are fantastic because you can buy the books even faster and cheaper compared to the printed version and they have a paper-like screen which is very vision friendly. It's different compared to the computer screen because the screen works using ink, just like books and newspapers, but displays the ink particles electronically. So, we can read for hours without having any problems. Cool isn't it?

 Kindle [left] and Nook [right]

If I have to choose between these two products, I would choose Nook because the design is more elegance with the color screen compared to black and white screen of Kindle. There are several other features of Nook which Kindle doesn't have. [ click here ] Well for a better information regarding Kindle and Nook, you can go straight away to the Amazon and Barnes and Noble respectively. These gadgets are fantastic! Just like you can bring your whole library wherever you go. Haha! But, I think I love reading printed books more but I can say it for exact because I dont own any Kindle or Nook yet. Haha! Well that's all for now. Ciao...

Finish That Series Challenge! 2010

Hi, guys! I finished my final exam already. Now, I can go back to my reading, not lecture notes or any handouts given by lecturers, but my storybooks. I've several books to be read and I think a few of 'em are suitable for the new challenge that I'm signing in right now. It's "Finish That Series Challenge! 2010" hosted by Royal Reviews.

There are four levels of this challenge and I'm in the "Curious" level. For this level, I have to two finish 2 series in 2010 and I already have 'em in my mind. The series that I'll complete for this challenge are:

Inkworld Trilogy by Cornelia Funke

• Book 1: Inkheart
• Book 2: Inkspell
• Book 3: Inkdead

Inheritance Cycle Series by Christopher  Paulini

• Book 1: Eragon
• Book 2: Eldest
• Book 3: Brisingr

I did hear good things bout both of these series. Book bloggers keep on writing great reviews bout 'em. So, I think I'll give 'em a try. What say you? Any opinion just leave it here OK. Well, I really hope that I can complete this "Curious Level" by the end of 2010. Those who are interested to join me in this challenge, feel free to sign in [ Click Here ]. Ok, thats all. have a great day guys!!! Ciao...

4th On My Wishlist

Howdy readers! Two more novels are added to my wish-list and it's growing!! Haha! They are House Rules by Jodi Picoult and  Dear John by Nicholas Sparks.

House Rules by Jodi Picoult

HOUSE RULES is about Jacob Hunt, a teenage boy with Asperger’s Syndrome. He’s hopeless at reading social cues or expressing himself well to others, and like many kids with AS, Jacob has a special focus on one subject – in his case, forensic analysis. He’s always showing up at crime scenes, thanks to the police scanner he keeps in his room, and telling the cops what they need to do…and he’s usually right. But then one day his tutor is found dead, and the police come to question him. All of the hallmark behaviors of Asperger’s – not looking someone in the eye, stimulatory tics and twitches, inappropriate affect – can look a heck of a lot like guilt to law enforcement personnel and suddenly, Jacob finds himself accused of murder. 

House Rules looks at what it means to be different in our society, how autism affects a family, and how our legal system works well for people who communicate a certain way – but lousy for those who don’t. [Goodreads.com]

I want to read House Rules because:

• The storyline is interesting and the cover is quite nice.
• I want to learn more 'bout the Asperger's Syndrom.Well it's not like I can't get any info from net or books, but I think learning in fun way like this suit me better.
• I'm a forensic science stud, so the element of forensic analysis and solving crime really intrigue me.

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Dear John by Nicholas Sparks

An angry rebel, John dropped out of school and enlisted in the Army, not knowing what else to do with his life--until he meets the girl of his dreams, Savannah. Their mutual attraction quickly grows into the kind of love that leaves Savannah waiting for John to finish his tour of duty, and John wanting to settle down with the woman who captured his heart. But 9/11 changes everything. John feels it is his duty to re-enlist. And sadly, the long separation finds Savannah falling in love with someone else. "Dear John," the letter read...and with those two words, a heart was broken and two lives were changed forever. Returning home, John must come to grips with the fact that Savannah, now married, is still his true love and face the hardest decision of his life.  [Goodreads.com]

I want to read Dear John because:

• I got inspired by the review posted by Darlyn of Darlyn N Book here. It was a great review Darlyn!!
• Because I want to have a try Sparks work, I thought he's a very awesome writer.
• Because I'm going crazy with the movie adapted from this book, starring Amanda Seyfried and Channing Tatum. They are great..(actually I haven't watch the movie yet. Just view the trailer...but I will)

OK, till next time. Ciao.....

The Friday 56: A Dark Dividing

Hey, guys! I haven't post anything here for more than a month huh! well, it can't be help cause I've to work on my study. And now, since final exam is coming to an end, think I can blog again. Haha! OK, lets see what I got for The Friday 56. My selection is a horror novel by Sarah Rayne, A Dark Dividing.

 Here's the sentence from the 56th page:

But gloomy old places could be splendid for games, and one of the games that the little girl told Simone about was a game called the dance of the hanged man. [56:9]

Uh-huh, I'm getting the goose bumps here. Well, I just finished the 1st chapter of A Dark Dividing and hope to finish it after my last exam paper this Sunday. Wish me all the best guys!!! 

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The Friday 56 Rules

• Grab the book nearest to you. Right now.
• Turn to page 56 and find the 5th sentence.
• Post that sentence (or plus one or two others you like) along with this instructions on your blog or (if you do not have your own blog) in the comments section of Story Time With Tonya and Friends.
• Post a link along with your blog post back to Story Time with Tonya and Friends.
• Don't dig for your favorite book, the coolest, the most intellectual. Use the closest.

Have a pleasant Friday guys...Ciao..