This day of sanctuary was sponsored by Donna Hughes in memory of her twin sister and fellow dedicated supporter of Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest, Doreen.
“I’d like to Sponsor this Day in what would have been our birthday, in memory of Doreen. It’s impossible to believe I have missed 3 shared birthdays with you: My Twin, My Sister, My Friend, My Buddy. I’ve said it before: you are missed every second, of every minute, of every hour, of every day. NYC certainly misses your being. I know the heavens are wittier and filled with more energy than before you got there. I’m certain that you are sitting there with Athena, Wyle and Noelle. Your love of animals made your life. Sammy so misses sitting on your lap …of course, I have taken on that role now. I know that we had many adventures, many trips, many events – and I know that your visit to Chimpanzee Sanctuary NW to visit Foxie and Friends (humans included!) was one of the highlights of your life. You would be so pleased to see how the sanctuary has continued to grow and to help animals. I know how important that was to you. I will toast you with that glass of champagne we always had on January 23rd. I know how much CSNW meant to you! Until we meet again, Don & Sammy”
We are delighted to celebrate today in honor of Doreen. Thank you so much, Donna, for allowing us to be a part of this truly special day. Happy Birthday to you both, our good friends! We hope you find magic and joyful memories in the most likely, and unlikely, of places today. We are sure Doreen would be thrilled to share this day with the chimpanzees! Please give Samantha Cat a big hug and few pets from us!