This guy greeted us bright and early this morning as his playful, ol’ Burrito self and we could not have been happier. He’s been taking it pretty easy the past couple of days dealing with an angry belly, most likely the result of his long stint on antibiotics which are, if that pesky foot injury continues to go in the same direction, finally complete! With a couple of days of special diet and rest, he’s feeling immensely better so far. After breakfast he climbed up to take a nap, but even with a full belly and sleepy head it took him a few minutes to stop playing:
Flailing about and laughing in one big Burrito blur:
Later in the afternoon I caught him flailing about again, this time in a Burrito-stuffed-monkey pretzel:
After a spin on Young’s Hill with Jamie and Jody, Burrito entertained Jody (and at varying times, Jamie, Foxie and Annie!) in his recovery pad today and seemed particularly delighted to spend some quality grooming time with sweet Jody:
We can’t figure out what it is about today, but although the temperature is much the same as it has been, it’s been freezing all day! The chimps opted to come inside early today and everyone has been building the coziest, plumpest of nests and taking turns in front of the space heater we have set up in front of one of Burrito’s rooms. Of course the chimp house is kept at about 70 degrees and the floors are heated, but on days like today I suspect the space heater feels rather like a fireplace. They’re getting ready for a dinner of roasted apples, squash and potatoes served in paper boats (trust me, anything served in paper boats takes it to the next level and is EXCITING!). I suspect they will be turning in early in preparation for New Year’s Eve tomorrow. 🙂
In other random, but nevertheless noteworthy news bits, I made tiny baked potatoes for everyone at lunch and after intently watching me blow on hers to cool it off more, Honey B moaned with delight and nearly hugged the potatoes to her once I handed them over. That was pretty cute. Also, Willy B was watching documentaries this morning and stopped dead in the middle of a game of chase to stare, mesmerized, at baby pandas who were on the screen. That was also pretty cute.
M Brown says
Well, who isn’t mesmerised by baby pandas?!
Jackie says
So very happy to see my guy Mr. B coming along. Great photos.
Maureen says
Happy, happy, happy Burrito, and so happy for him. Love the photos. Honey B! I’m sure you enjoyed your treat! I loved reading your reaction to it!
Janet Geisel says
So glad to see Burrito able to crack himself up during this loooong recovery period. He is one lucky chimp to have the ladies as playmates, they know how to treat him right.
Tobin says
Once again, another heartening blog to read, accompanied by beautiful pictures of beautiful non-humans. In the previous blog post, a letter arrived from a girl in West Texas wishing Betsy a “Happy Moo Year.” Cows, the well-wisher wrote, are her 6th favorite animal.
As for my favorite animals, past and present, there are too many to mention (though my childhood Airedale-golden lab hybrid, Muttleigh, will always be my best and favorite). As this decade closes, with the Anthroposphere embroiled in its usual idiocy, I can say that encountering the residents (via the internet) of the Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest has been the most spiritually edifying event of the past ten years. So, my favorite (originally seven, then eleven, and now fourteen) non-human creations are Annie, Betsey, Burrito, Foxie, Honey B, Honey B(ovine), Jamie, Jody, Mave, Meredith, Missy, Negra, Nutmeg, and Willy B. What a source of light and joy they provide in a world gone so wrong. I wish them and their human caregivers a Harmonious Moo Year.
Diane DePoe says
I agree 100%!
Dawn Durbin says
Loved the Burrito pics. Eyes closed was sweet, and I don’t remember seeing that up close before….. adorable! Thrilled to hear that he is back to his old self.
Kathleen says
If Burrito can look that joyful and silly with an angry tummy he must be feeling pretty darn good. And perhaps that angry tummy could lead to a few midnight kefir smoothies allowing the probiotics to correct the damage from all those antibiotics. (but I am guessing no dairy for the chimps so no kefir.)
Thanks for bringing your special memories to life, especially Honey B and Willy B’s reactions. How fortunate you are to bare witness to so many heartwarming events each and every day — like the excitement of dinner in a paper boat, who knew!
Linda C says
Maybe some Kim chi….
I know….I’ve been voting for pasta in boats on January 6, let’s see what happens!
Although, frankly, I feel like I could go for a baked apple myself!
Linda C says
Katelyn,
Thanks for the Bubbupdate!
And, at the same time, the update on Curious George….glad he’s still around (or is he….:)? )
Marcie Milam says
Sounds like a wonderful day at the Clem Elm homestead. Thanks for all the details and pics.
Lisa Brihagen says
Thank you for bringing me so much joy through your updates on the blogosphere each and every day. I can’t tell you how happy it makes me visualizing Honey hugging warm baked potatoes, Willy watching baby pandas and The B Man back to his old goofy self. You write about how much CSNW needs all of us, but we need you just as much. In 2020, may you walk in Grace and may the abundance that flows from Grace be yours for the taking. Bright blessings!
Jordan Bower says
I am so happy to know that a healthier, happier Mr. B was more himself yesterday than ever. Such a good post to read first thing this morning. It has made my day. Cozy nests, Nurse Jody, tiny potatoes…….these are a few of ‘my’ favorite things. Thank you Katelyn! 🙂
Debi says
These blogs add so much to my daily life that if I had to miss even one day, that day would certainly feel incomplete…I have such a special tender place in my heart for all people, & organizations whose sole mission is reaching out & rescuing, & going on to rehabilitate these innocent animals who are lost, abused, sick, hungry & lonely…
CSN…I have such a tremendous amount of loving affection for your absolute devotion to these magnificent Chimpanzees & beautiful Bovines who have such dear sweet looking faces…
It’s our obligation, as citizens of this world, to use our compassionate hearts to help all animals in need & teach others the importance of having respect for all living creatures…Bless you all…Debi