Pratibha Savani
Dichter
Pas onlangs beschouwde Pratibha zichzelf als dichter. Ze schreef 20 jaar geleden voor het eerst om haar gevoelens eruit te krijgen terwijl ze worstelde met eczeem en begon toen steeds meer van schrijven te genieten. Ze is ook een kunstenaar en houdt van het gebruik van mix media, houtskool, pastel en acryl.
Pratibha komt uit de East Midlands, VK en werkt momenteel in het voortgezet onderwijs om studenten te ondersteunen met werkervaring en vaardigheden op het gebied van inzetbaarheid en ook om netwerken met werkgevers. Pratibha werkt nu parttime terwijl ze ook een drukke moeder is. Ze heeft een actieve levensstijl en handhaaft een positieve instelling in alles wat ze doet door middel van meditatie, yoga en lezen. Haar andere interesses zijn het kijken naar sciencefiction, drama's en documentaires en naar tentoonstellingen gaan.
Pratibha's passie is creatief zijn met woorden en haalt haar inspiratie uit de natuur, wetenschap, spiritualisme en kunst. Schrijven is iets waar ze enorm van geniet en hoewel er jaren waren dat ze niet had geschreven, heeft het haar echt nooit verlaten, met hier en daar vreemde stukjes schrijven. Ze gebruikt haar vrije tijd nu om regelmatiger in haar schetsboek te schrijven. Ze houdt van de vrijheid om zonder regels of regels te krabbelen en haar pen het woord te laten doen. Pratibha is al bezig met het plannen van haar volgende poëzieboek. Om zich te concentreren op het thema van mindfulness-kunst en innerlijk welzijn, iets dat begon in haar eerste boek, Tangles + Knots, en deed haar kunstwerken opnieuw bloeien.
This was a lovely and moving read. I loved the cover and blurb of this book. I felt for jo. Poor little Reba. I did like the illustrations. In one Reba looked so sad. I just wanted to jump in and hug Reba and Jo. I loved the pic of Reba and Byron. So cute. Thank you for writing this book. Such a moving and real story. So well written. From the heart. Highly recommend this book.
- Sue Wallace
This was such a heart wrenching, but inspiring true story of Jo and her dog Reba - and it really spoke of the absolute love and dedication as well as the beautiful relationship that Jo has with her pet.
Now, I say pet, but quite honestly, I'm an animal lover myself and really do think of my cats as part of our family, with their own little personalities.
We talk to them, care for them and literally treat them like Kings and Queens.
This is why this story really was an emotional read for me.
When Reba ran into a tree at full speed and broke her neck, things were really not looking good for her future.
But, we watch as Jo puts everything she has into not only healing and rehabilitating Reba physically, but also creating stability and emotional security for both of them.
- Book_a_holic_17
Reviews
I literally did not raise my head as soon as I started this book, dog are so special, unconditional love, a best friend and always pleased to see you it doesn’t matter whether it’s a few minutes or much longer since you’ve seen them.
I felt every emotion in this book, not a long read but you could feel everything in the way it was written.
I love my dog he’s not a pet he’s not art of my family I cannot imagine anything like this happening.
Such a great read
- Lisa_reads_alot
I must admit I was a little worried going into this read about how sad it would make me and while it is a moving story, above all it is one of dedication and hope.
It is written in a journal style which chronicles the first 5 months of Reba’s recovery after running head first into a tree and breaking her neck.
Jo dedicates her life to and savings to rehabilitating her beloved dog. She provides stability, ongoing care and full time emotional support to Reba which is truly admirable.
I have 2 cats and a dog myself and while I love them dearly this book really made me reflect on what I would do in a similar situation. Thankfully I don’t have to make that decision and hope I never will.
Jo and Reba’s journey is truly inspirational and I am full of admiration at Jo’s unwavering dedication, love and belief that Reba can enjoy a great quality of life despite still having many obstacles yet to overcome.
- rocket_reader1
This story is both heartbreaking and inspiring and a must for any pet owner. I'm not sure who is the bravest - Jo or Reba but Jo was committed to doing her very best for her lovely girl and her determination is paying off.
- Janis Dalton
This was such a heartwarming story that really resounded with me as I’ve been through trauma and recovery with a treasured pet myself. Reba, Jo Sellers’s much loved dog breaks her neck in a freak accident. The book is about her long, hard road to recovery and the complete devotion of her owner. Jo gave up ever To nurse Reba. As a dog trainer, she had experience with dogs but nothing had prepared her for the sacrifices she would have to make for Reba. The story is honest and packed with so many emotions. It’s a testimony to the love between pets and their humans and to the dedicated, hard working veterinary medics who worked so hard to save Reba and help her recover.
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