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Exhilarating Day

August 11, 2021 by Kelsi

Today was a pretty exhilarating day. Burrito is doing really well, so well he got to go back with this group! Burrito is truly inspiring, he never gives up and through his struggles he somehow finds a way to be more positive and goofy through it all.

Foxie greeted Burrito by giving him a hug.

Dr. Missy checking Burrito out.

This other amazing thing happened today! Willy B got to hang out with Terry and then later Willy B met Lucky! Terry and Willy B did so well! Willy B was having so much fun he almost didn’t want to leave. There was a moment when they were grooming so intensely I felt a little emotional watching because they seemed so happy and were breathy panting so loudly! Willy B and Lucky had great interactions too! They had a really nice grooming session. I mean who wouldn’t have a good time with Lucky!

Willy B and Terry!

Lucky and Willy B!

Bonus photos!

Negra looking out the window in the portrait studio.

Lucky in her new favorite spot.

Willy B looking at himself through the camera.

I love this picture. Jamie is playing keep away with Foxie’s France Dora. Foxie just peaking out behind Jamie.

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  1. Alex says

    August 11, 2021 at 7:09 pm

    I’m so glad Burrito is doing well!!!!

  2. Deb Reintzell says

    August 11, 2021 at 7:16 pm

    Way to go Terry! That’s my pal?
    Good job Lucky and Wiily B too!
    So so happy for all of you!

  3. Karen says

    August 11, 2021 at 7:24 pm

    So happy for Willie B. He just wants some guy time!!!!!!!!!!!!

  4. Sandy says

    August 11, 2021 at 7:25 pm

    lots of amazing things going on,we could learn so much from our cousin’s.

  5. CarolR says

    August 11, 2021 at 8:01 pm

    Yay Burrito……you really are Superman! So glad you’re feeling better and are back with your girls. It’s very positive news about the introductions…..I did wonder how the boys would react, so this is the best it could be. You must all hold your breath and cross your fingers for the first ten minutes after the doors are opened!
    I sometimes look back at the ‘before’ photos of the Seven, and when I see such a beautiful photo of Negra in this blog, it reminds me how far they’ve come. Jamie is almost unrecognizable, but they all look so healthy and happy…..you must be very proud that your hard work has produced such wonderful results.

  6. CeeCee says

    August 11, 2021 at 8:38 pm

    Such exciting goins on !
    I love reading about all of these 1 on 1 meetings, it seems to be going so well.
    Maybe because they know it will end , and they can go back to their safety area.
    You all are doing such an amazing job, Keep up the good work 🙂
    And these pictures are great, I too love that Jamie & Foxie picture:revolving_hearts:

  7. Paulette Wrisley says

    August 11, 2021 at 8:56 pm

    ah Negra. reminiscent of her very first day of sanctuary, looking out that window. Just Last night I was watching Negras journey video with my niece’s friend (And now my friend) Samantha. they leave tomorrow, bummer, but we have a new fan in Samantha!

    and of course my true love valentine burrito. So happy the girls are taking care of him.

    The introductions: I could feel your exhilaration kelsi. WOW! So exciting I’m giddy! So interesting. gosh I would give anything to be there and be a part of it all. I know there’s a long way to go but it sure looks promising.

    LMAO at Willy B!

  8. Kim Harris says

    August 11, 2021 at 9:03 pm

    Yay for Burrito!!! I know he and the girls are happy he’s back with the group. Speaking of groups, I can’t get over how well the intro sessions are going! I’m so happy for them and for all of y’all. I know everyone is holding their breaths everytime two of them are let into the same room. I have a huge smile on my face, seeing all of the great pics of the new friendships being built. And of course, for all of the longtime friendships; love the pic of Jamie peeking out from behind Foxie. And beautiful Neggie, she truly is a queen. As always, I am in awe of everything y’all do.

  9. Tobin says

    August 11, 2021 at 9:15 pm

    Lucky puts her best foot forward, Dr. Missy performs a post-procedure checkup on her patient, and
    Willy B flashes his exhilirating play face. A perfect day at CSNW.

  10. Linda C says

    August 11, 2021 at 11:15 pm

    Always good to seeThe Boss grinning.

  11. marianne says

    August 12, 2021 at 1:45 am

    Great to hear ( and see ) that the introductions are going well Kelsi; that makes me so happy!!
    Terry is very trusting to let some stranger pick at his bum….?
    And then Negra, reminiscing while looking out the window of the portrait studio…she shows the world, that even if your ear is missing, you can be a supermodel.
    Willy B, loving his own immage, and checking his ( missing ) teeth…hilarious.
    I do love the grin on Jamies face, and little Foxie peeking over her schoulder as if she would like some help getting her doll back.

    Now Kelsi; is Missy also Rayne mother, since she and Honey B. are sisters?

    • marianne says

      August 12, 2021 at 1:56 am

      And of course, I forgot to mention that I am happy and greatful that
      Burrito is doing so well; he looks so blissful lying there while being groomed by his friend.

    • Kelsi says

      August 12, 2021 at 10:33 am

      That is a great question, Marianne! Rayne and Honey B share the same father.

  12. Deanna says

    August 12, 2021 at 6:09 am

    wow, wow, and a hige WOW!!! so happy for sweet Burrito and I am beyond thrilled to hear of WillyB’s encounters with Terry and Lucky!!! Makes me think that maybe they were being reunited rather than intro’d??? They lived so far from each other at WWS but maybe they remembered each other from their lab days??? I wish I knew..,Regardless I am incredibly happy!!! What a way to start the day!!

    • Kelsi says

      August 12, 2021 at 10:30 am

      Terry and Willy B lived together for a short period of time at Wildlife Waystation! They seemed overjoyed to see each other!

  13. Kathleen says

    August 12, 2021 at 10:26 am

    First I want to send my love to Burrito and say “Welcome Back” to the fold. Yippee! It looks as if Dr. Missy feels our boy is healthy enough to stay! Whew. Let the silliness resume.

    Next, thanks for this upadte about Willy B making new friends with Terry and Lucky. Willy B looks sooooo happy in these photos! It’s so exciting to see him looking so pleased.

    And bonus photos too?! Neggie (Love!), Lucky, and Jamie! That photo of Jamie and Foxie is perfection, captured a great expression on Jamie’s face (it’s all in her eyes!).

  14. Don Hughes says

    August 12, 2021 at 11:26 am

    I love hearing about the new intros, but mostly today I want to say how
    happy I am that Burrito is doing so well. He really is a survivor, with
    the right amount of sheer will to get himself through anything. I must also add
    that photo of Lucky melts my heart!

  15. Maureen says

    August 12, 2021 at 12:04 pm

    Glad I had nothing in my mouth when I saw the picture of Willy B checking himself out! What a great day!

  16. Maureen says

    August 12, 2021 at 12:10 pm

    Forgot to say I’m so glad Burrito’s friends are taking such good care of him. And thrilled to know Terry and Willy B are renewing former ties.

  17. Debi says

    August 12, 2021 at 8:11 pm

    Willy B & his periodic periodontal checks…:grin:

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