As the newest staff member I am enjoying many new responsibilities. The one that is, perhaps, the most fun is coming to know the chimpanzees better and developing my relationships with them. During my very first volunteer shift I remember being drawn to Annie. Elizabeth described her to me as shy and reserved, especially with the human caregivers. She reminded me of another chimpanzee friend in that regard. Over the years as a volunteer I have had the privilege to watch as she slowly comes out of her shell and I can’t tell you how lucky I always feel when Annie takes the time to greet me or play with me, however briefly. I enjoy coming to know her for herself as she figures out who that is in sanctuary. She’s always surprising us with her changing tastes; today, we caught her on film playing with one of Foxie’s Dora dolls.
Precious!
She is beautiful
She is so beautiful!
I absolutely love and adore Annies precious presence and role with in the CE7..
Although, she is the lowest ranking chimp, she is all the MORE beautiful to ME,, as result off it.
She is the PRETTIEST of all the chimps… I love her differently than the others , because she is the lowest in rank .. but not in my heart.. Annie is such a PRECIOUS little girl, a sweetheart, kind, caring, loving, and ever so beautiful, Love you Annie.
How can you look at that beautiful face and not absolutely love her.
All I can say is, “What a beautiful face.” Nice pictures of Annie.
She is so beautiful.
Reminds me of the song “Dreamboat Annie…”
So glad you are on board Lisa – hope I get to volunteer with you some day 🙂 I was drawn to Annie also. I can so relate to her status in her social group!
I am in love with all of the seven. Thank you so much for the opportunity to get to know these chimps. I love the daily blogs. I am wondering, though, why do you only have the seven and not a larger number? Thank you for all you do for these wonderful animals.