The other night, J.B. gave a talk at Central Washington University about the changes we have seen in the Cle Elum Seven since they arrived from the lab in Pennsylvania almost 3 years ago. It’s amazing to think about how far the ghostly beings that arrived here have come since the start of their sanctuary life. J.B.’s talk focused mostly on Burrito, Negra, and Foxie, however, Annie is another great example of how sanctuary can pull someone out of their shell. As J.B. mentioned back in January, Annie used to never play with anyone other than Missy, but lately she’s been playing with other folks more frequently, including her human friends. Connie, who is training to be a volunteer caregiver, got her very first hand tickle the other day– and guess who it was from- Annie! Every time I think about Negra being playful and more extroverted than usual, or Burrito hanging out in the greenhouse, or Foxie nesting with blankets, or Annie playing with new friends, I just have to smile from ear to ear at the testimony that is to sanctuary life. It’s such a joy to watch these chimps change- and to think about what’s to come!
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They are so cute. Work.?? I would get sent hone the first day I was there. I would be watching the chimps more than working. Thank you for posting this and thanks to all of you that do work to keep these 7 so happy and healthy God bless all of you.
thank you for the info , well done JB for you talk everyone at CSNW human and chimp should be immensely proud of all they have achieved in the last 3 years 🙂 xxx
What an incredible change. I am so happy I could burst!
animals live in the now … they don’t forget, but they will move on (and grow) KHR5if given the opportunity … and that’s what you all gave the seven …
I think Annie the Beautiful’s days of watching the others play together, from afar, are over. Who knows she may even move up in the hierarchy, only time will tell.
It takes time, but they are healing. Great news!
Oh, sweet Annie. It warms my heart to see you enjoying play.