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Summary: REMARKABLE BEINGS
Review: The Daisy Sutra is an extraordinary book. Five stars seem paltry. I would give five constellations. This is the rare book that speaks to the heart, the soul, and the mind without ever being heavy-handed. It is a fast read, almost impossible to put down (except to reach for a handkerchief.) Here is a remarkable real life story told deftly with great humor and compassion. Again and again, we see that in the smallest details in life there are glories. Helen Weaver and Daisy have generously given the reader the extradinary opportunity to share their journey. We come to know the courage and spirit of these *two remarkable beings*. One warning ... should you take this journey your life may never be the same again.
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Summary: Delightful Intra-Species Territory
Review: The Daisy Sutra suprised me in its exploration of human-dog relations. I was touched by the humor, pathos and finally metaphysical reach of this little gem. I have bought 5 for gifts. Deep, rich, rewarding read.
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Summary: A "must" for dog lovers
Review: The Daisy Sutra: Conversations With My Dog is an incredible story of communication between human and animal. Author Helen Weaver, who agonized over the failing health of her beloved pet, was torn between the options of euthanasia and hope for quality of life when she called an animal communicator. Yet what she learned changed her life, as she began to understand and truly empathize with the perceptions of her faithful companion. A "must" for dog lovers, The Daisy Sutra is a heartwarming and fascinating glimpse into the mind of the creatures whose loyalty we so often take for granted.
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Summary: A Joy to Read
Review: This book brought tears to my eyes, as I empathized with Ms. Weaver and her dog Daisy. Anyone who has loved a pet as one of the family should read this book.
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Summary: A Lovely Book: Part Animal Story and Part Memoir
Review: This is a must for dog-lovers and particularly meaningful (just ask its many fans) to people who have loved and lost a dog.
Weaving, no pun intented, though Daisy's story is the story of her remarkable person Helen and Helen's remarkable mother.
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Summary: Best for the True Believer
Review: This is the sort of book that I'd love to give 5 stars, but frankly it just didn't live up to the expectations of myself or my wife. So, I will risk those angry "Unhelpful!" votes and warn you not to expect anything "convincing" in the way of "evidence" regarding animal communication. The author, who is around 70 years old, does write clearly and sincerely, and the book is enjoyable to read as long as you have an open mind and take the parts about animal communication for whatever they're worth to you. The author does give good information about the field of animal communication, as well as resources to pursue if you have an interest in the topic. I firmly believe that animals do communicate profound messages to us in their own ways and do participate in the afterlife (for which there IS a fair amount of evidence), but the field of animal communication in which a psychic human purports to tell you exactly what your pet is thinking, in either this life or the afterlife, has always struck me as unconvincing and solidly within the New Age lunatic fringe. I didn't find anything here that would cause me to think otherwise, and my wife (for whom I bought the book and who is about as through a dog-and-cat-lover as you could find) bailed out well before the end. If you're already predisposed in favor of the author's views, you will enjoy it from start to finish.
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Summary: A Must Read for Animal Lovers
Review: This warm and sentimental story on the subject of animal communication is a must for all Animal Lovers. As we think of the love given by our four-footed and winged friends, we must realize that there is an intelligence there to be respected and cherished. The author has given an important slice of her life,
expressing a sensitive and caring attitude toward her dog, Daisy. Anyone who has ever owned a pet will understand the feelings involved.
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Summary: Not as good as I'd hoped
Review: Well, as much as I wanted to like this book, I feel like it fell a bit short. The author is upfront about having written the book as a tribute to Daisy, her dog, and as a way to remain close after Daisy's death. That's exactly how it read - while I could empathize with the reader's adoration for Daisy's every quirky habit, I didn't care so much myself and it didn't make for very dramatic reading. I think the author wrote this book much more for herself than for any reader. This was confirmed by constant references to "wingy-dingy-ness". Not a page goes by without mention of Buddha, yoga mats, meditation, mantras, psychics, etc etc. While I might value some of these myself, Weaver made no attempt to explain or justify them to those in whose lives these do not play a central role. Plus she lacked a sense of humour and writes with a consistently serious and intense voice. Even Daisy comments on this on page 114 when she tells Weaver to lighten up and remember to laugh. That made me chuckle.The irony is, I think I do believe in animal communication and think that Weaver's story is fairly plausible. The sister of a girl at work consulted an animal communicator and we were all amazed at the precision with which the communicator identified otherwise private details in the cat and person's lives. I also admire Weaver for feeling so passionately about it that she devoted several years to recording her experiences. I guess I was just looking for more of a "That is so amazing!" kind of story, when it was really just a "Ode to Lassie" type affair. I also found it overblown that animals are made out to be these all-knowing, all-enlightened beings. I don't doubt that animals do have souls and consciousness, but I'm guessing they're just as muddled and off-the-track as we are. Why do these New Age books always idolize some messianic figure that will save us from ourselves?
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Summary: For those who aren't sure, and those who already know
Review: With poignant honesty and graceful prose, Helen Weaver tells a tale that to some is a most familiar one of connection, communication and love. For some readers, The Daisy Sutra will be an opening to what is possible between human and animal, an opening to new depths in relationship. For all who love animals and understand the magic they can bring to our lives, The Daisy Sutra is a gem not to be missed.
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Summary: For those who aren't sure, and those who already know
Review: With poignant honesty and graceful prose, Helen Weaver tells a tale that to some is a most familiar one of connection, communication and love. For some readers, The Daisy Sutra will be an opening to what is possible between human and animal, an opening to new depths in relationship. For all who love animals and understand the magic they can bring to our lives, The Daisy Sutra is a gem not to be missed.
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