Today’s day of sanctuary was sponsored by Shani Sillence in honor of her goddaughter, Brooke Fiddian, on her 13th birthday! Shani shared this lovely message about today:
“Today is Brooke‘s 13th birthday and I wanted to get her something special. She has a great love for animals and loves everything to do with helping them. I know she will especially love the Chimpanzees at the sanctuary.”
Shani, thank you so much for sponsoring today in honor of Brooke! We are so touched that you thought of the chimpanzees when wanting to celebrate Brooke and her special day!
Brooke, you sound like such an amazing person and we are thrilled to celebrate your birthday with you! Thank you so much for seeing how special animals are and for sharing your day with the chimps – you’ve helped to make their lives better.
We also understand that you and your family recently moved to the United States from Australia! All of us here at the sanctuary send you the warmest of welcomes, both to your new home and to our sanctuary family! Big changes and new places can be exciting and scary all at the same time. These chimpanzees are some of the bravest people I know and they inspire us every day with their courage. Maybe as you get to know them they might offer some inspiration on enjoying all the new things life can bring while holding on to family, friends, and all that brings you love, comfort and happiness.
From all of us here at CSNW, Happy Birthday, Brooke! We hope you have a beautiful day!
Annie, Foxie and Troll:
Foxie and Dora exploring new territory:
And since Burrito just celebrated his 33rd birthday, he would probably want to remind you to party by eating your favorite foods. All day. 🙂
What a great picture of Annie, Foxie and of course the troll. I am addicted to the Cle Elum Seven…:)
What a fabulous gift! Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday Brooke. Enjoy your special day!
Happy Birthday Brooke! I hope you have a wonderful day!
Brooke has really enjoyed reading this gift! Her face was pure joy, when she first started reading this she had tears in her eyes!
Thank you Shani & Murray for such a thoughtful present, truer friends there never were!
To everyone at the sanctuary & the chimpanzees, the photos and words so beautifully written are much appreciated!
Thank you all again, brilliant gift!
– Michelle (Brooke’s proud mummy!)
It’s our pleasure, Michelle, and you are most welcome. We’re so glad that Brooke enjoyed her gift and hope she had a gorgeous day!