It is no accident that the boss’s birthday is our biggest party of the year! Jamie’s (honorary) 35th birthday party has been pretty epic! In addition to caregivers being decked out in goofy Halloween get-ups, we had tons of mini pumpkins, pomegranates (a favorite), pinatas, several new pairs of boots from friends (1 from Linda Gere, 1 from Dick and Robbi Brown, and 1 from Tamela Burgess), and a giant pumpkin carved by the super artistic volunteer Stephanie.
It may have been the boss’s day, but that doesn’t mean she’s the only one that gets presents! Foxie’s new friend Bailey Ford sent her a brand new Dora the Explorer doll, which she wrapped in a cute box covered in stickers. Jamie opened it first:
but everyone knew it was for Foxie! She quickly took her Dora out to the hill for some exploring:
Stephanie is amazing at finding pinatas and decorations, and given that it’s her (and my) favorite holiday, Jamie-ween is always over the top!
Annie with the skull pinata:
and Jamie’s birthday decor would not be complete without a boot pinata!
Juice seems to be an all-time favorite party treat around here. Burrito was a squeaking machine!
Jamie with one of her new pairs of boots
For some reason Missy didn’t end up in a lot of our photos, but we did manage to get this one close up of her munching on a pomegranate.
We put out several mini pumpkins on Young’s Hill. They were filled with a mixture of pears and blackberries. Negra was the first to rush out the door when I opened it this morning. She was so excited about the mini pumpkins!
She would grab as many as she could in her hands and mouth and carry them inside to enjoy in the greenhouse. But as soon as she was done, she was back out for more! This went on all morning long (even hours later). She may not spend a lot of time on the hill, but I think it’s safe to say that she is feeling more and more comfortable, especially with the right kind of motivator!
Jody enjoyed them too
Once their palates were set on pumpkins, there was no stopping Jody and Negra from diving into the big one! Jody munched on it for a while but once Negra was finished collecting mini pumpkins from the hill, she happily took over.
The large pumpkin has been passed around to everyone today, though. Burrito had his head in it earlier and then shared a little with Annie. I think we all know who is going to be sleeping good tonight!
Thanks so much to Robbi, Dick, Tamela, Linda, Bailey, Wanda and Stephanie for making today such an awesome celebration! Here’s to the boss!
I LOVE all of these. It makes me so happy to see them all having so much fun! Truly a day fit for a queen 🙂
Awwwww……Happy Birthday Jamie!!
What an awesome day for a birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Jamie!!!
Great job to everyone that made this such a special day for Jamie and the others.
I love the photo of Missy and that boot pinata is the best!
Happy Jamie-ween everyone….even if it is soggy out there. 🙂
I never thought I would read “Negra was the first to rush out the door…” What an amazing party! What a wonderful boo-day party for Jamie!
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That boot piñata is over the top!
I love the creativity and dedication you give to the chimps – thank you and happy delayed Jamie Ween. I won’t ever think about the holiday the same again!
Bailey is so thrilled to see Foxie received her special delivery. She took her time decorating the box so it would be even more special. Thanks for sharing. You do such wonderful work.