We received a new telephoto camera lens from a wonderful supporter and friend of the chimps. We’re still trying to get the hang of it (it’s heavy!), but we managed to snap a few photos today as the chimps enjoyed a break in the gloomy weather we’ve been having lately. We are so grateful for donations like these that help us share the chimps’ stories with the rest of the world. Thank you Kathy!
You are getting the hang of it – good job!
Such great shots of Foxie…she is just soooo cute…I just love her so much! Really a close on Burrito Man!!! The photos are great!
JB those are wonderful shots! I just can’t get enough of these wonderful chimps. Foxie, as always, is so precious and these closeups just prove my point. Thank you.
Aren’t these photos great! We spent a wonderful few days and Thanksgiving with our chimpanzee friends, volunteering doing kitchen and laundry duties. It is SUCH a priviledge to be able to do this! Preparing TG dinner….tofurkey and all…..for the chimpanzees was one of the highlights of my (Margaret) life! It was great to see JB trying out the new lens. WHAT a great gift that we can all enjoy. Happy Thanksgiving (belatedly) to all our Blog Friends. Oh yes, we call ourselves CCC’s!
Oh Margaret, I thought about you and Karen and how lucky to be sharing your time on Thanksgiving. I’m really looking forward to going tomorrow. The chimps are looking better each day and so happy. What a blessing to watch these wonderful lives unfold and enjoy living. Happy Thanksgiving to you and Karen.
The lens is awesome and everyone is looking even more healthy as time goes on. How wonderful for you – Margaret and Karen – to get to share such a wonderful time with the chimps. It is such a special time to prepare meals and do laundry for such deserving beings! Such amazing pictures!!
Wow, Kathy, that’s such a wonderful gift!! Just look at these beautiful photos!! It’s so close-up to Burrito that I just want to kiss that nose….but I’m sure he wouldn’t like that!! 🙂 Margaret & Karen ~ it’s so nice to know that you were spending Thanksgiving with the Cle Elum 7. Happy (belated) Thanksgiving to you both, too!!
Since I found your web site I visit everyday for a smile. The pictures taken today with the new telephoto lens are AWESOME! Thank you for sharing these wonderful chimps with all of us. Happy Holidays and keep up the great work.
Beautiful pictures JB! Just look at the sparkle in their eyes. That’s a sure sign of happy and content chimps. Thank you for sharing that with us.
Wow, I just got back home after being out of town and away from my computer, and am so happy to see the chimps had a wonderful thanksgiving feast!! I thought about them all day, and through the weekend, looking forward to when I could get back home to check on their weekend! Thanks for the pictures, and the new close ups with the new lens…WOW! beautiful…can’t wait to see more! Thanks again Diane and all the workers and caretakers there for taking care of these wonderful cuties!
Michelle Coburn
Rabbit Ridge Designs
Hi all! Wow have I ever missed a TON!!! Just arrived back in town very late last night – will write more tomorrow – as you’ve all mentioned….one of the things that I am the very most thankful for in my life, is the Sanctuary – including the chimps, the staff and the bloggers. I feel so truly blessed to be connected with every single primate soul involved. Thank you from the depths of my heart. Shelly K.
the pictures are great…they are so beautiful and every day passes..they are getting more healthy and happy….the changes are great…and am glad you are taking pictures to record their actions….and thank you for sharing them with us, the outside world who loves them…