Today’s day of sanctuary was a gift donation for the Eilmeses in Colorado: Kurt, Erin, Isaac, Ace & Elyse with Happy New Year wishes from Kevin and Diane Eilmes. They gave this gift in the hope that their Colorado family enjoy the chimps as much as they do!
Thank you, Kevin & Diane!
Here’s a favorite video from the previous year that illustrates one of the most important aspects of sanctuary life for the chimpanzees – companionship:
And here’s a photo of Annie and Missy holding hands:
The top photo of Missy and Negra holding hands, while they were laying down, is one of the most touching and emotional uplifting displays of affection that I have ever seen! It was so precious and memorable to see the affection between them displayed so quietly.
The most touching video I have ever seen. What a delightful gift for us all! 🙂 I am in full agreement with Diane Kastel! We have a very gloomy, cold day here today and this video was a bright ray of sunshine in my morning! The way Neggie rubs Missy’s hand with her fingers….. (add in a big happy heartfelt heavy sigh here!). Yes, this captures the true essence of what sanctuary is all about. To have the freedom and comfort to snooze in the warm sunshine, safe indoors in your home, and share your love with a dear friend at your side is something we should never take for granted. Makes me think of all the chimpanzees still being held in captive situations who are desperately awaiting their release into sanctuaries — let’s Bring Them ALL Home to sanctuaries.
Beautiful beyond words ~ thank you!
Weren’t these sweet babies held in isolation for so many years of lab experiments? This connection is especially meaningful….
Precious. How amazing and lovely that these chimps have such deep connections with each other, physically and emotionally.