Today’s day of sanctuary was sponsored by Arlene in honor of her husband, Michael, for his birthday! Arlene and Michael do so much to give the chimpanzees the lives’ they deserve and have been a part of our chimp family for awhile now and we couldn’t be happier to celebrate with them today! Arlene shared this special message about today:
“I would like to sponsor today in honor of my husband, Michael’s, birthday. I am blessed to share my life with him. He is a generous and compassionate person. Michael loves animals, and is a fan of the Cle Elum Seven. He goes above and beyond to help others and make life better for everyone he can. That is why this is a perfect gift for him. I hope that someday we can visit the sanctuary and meet everyone there in person.”
Arlene, thank you to both you and Michael for holding the chimps in your hearts and including them in your lives. To think they lived so many years virtually unknown and unacknowledged for the special individuals they are is unimaginable, especially as we now watch their chimp family and all the love that surrounds them continue to grow and expand. From our hearts, thank you for making that possible for them.
Michael, we wish you the happiest of birthdays and years ahead! To live your life with kindness first is such a gift to others in so many ways and we are so glad to know you are in the world. We hope your day of celebration if full of all the wonderful gifts in life that you help provide for others. Happy Birthday!!
Burrito is always ready for a party. And pumpkins…
and chow…
and apples…
and well, you get the idea. And just being adorable…he can’t help it, he was born that way.
Elaine Reininger says
Loved these pictures. He sure knows how to have a good time with his goodies, bless him. How do you caretakers control the urge to pet, hug and kiss them??
Pauline says
Burrito has such a lovely happy face. How could anyone not love him
Brett says
Happy Birthday Michael! What a great way to help celebrate your birthday. Cheers Arlene! These are such special chimps, love seeing them living life so well cared for!
sherry rogers says
Fantastic photos. They made me laugh out loud especially the chow photo. He looks as though he is asking for a few more pieces, please??? If only Burrito’s hands were larger so he could gather MORE food.
At least you know Burrito (and all the chimps) appreciate your hard work of preparing meals and snacks.It’s so great to see their enjoyment. Thanks for sponsoring the day.
Arlene and Michael says
What adorable pictures! Burrito knows how to celebrate every day! Thank you.