Supporters often ask us caregivers if we have “favorites” among the sixteen chimpanzees who reside at the sanctuary. I refuse to answer.
Any caregiver worth their salt responds to this common line of inquiry with a prudent, noncommittal reply. It would be irresponsible for us to grow more attached to one chimp than the others, compromising our efforts to maintain objectivity when discussing important Chimp House matters. Each individual is unique and lovable in their own way, and we caregivers form special relationships with all of them. If you’re digging for evidence of favoritism, you’d be better off asking a parent to reveal their favorite child.
Even if I did have a favorite chimpanzee to work with and care for, it’s not like I could ever admit that… especially not on the blog!
On a completely unrelated note, I’ve included, like, sixty-eight photos of Honey B for no reason in particular.
:grinning: You are the consummate professional, as always! Thank you for always putting a big smile on my face and for being the person you are. :sparkling_heart: Gonna miss your vlogs but hope to hear from you again when possible. I see luck and good fortune in your future endeavors. You’re welcome! :hugging:
Six months ago, upon introducing the chimpanzees and the cattle to a friend of mine, I was asked, “Who’s your favorite?” While I sponsor Jody and Meredith, I told her that I love and adore all of the Cle Eluminati equally. Thus, I understand if, in the interest of objectivity and professional integrity, a caregiver can’t declare a “favorite” among the residents.
That being said, Honey B. Chimpanzee is one photogenic woman! She takes a great photograph. Not only that, but a good deal of the credit for the successful integration between Beezie’s troop and Rayne’s troop goes to her! And if Anthony can’t reveal his “favorite” amongst the residents, I surmise that Beezie has a favorite human: Luna! I hope that Luna is able to spend some quality time on “Take-your-Daughter-to-work days” with her friend H.B.
oh my goodness, Anthony! Your presence and wit on the blog will be sooooooo missed. xo
?:rofl::grin:….. :flushed: Do Jamie and Cy also read the CSNW blog!?
ahahaha! I didn’t ask who your favorite was, I asked which of them would be likely to miss you the most! 🙂
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My mother also said she did not have any favorites among her five children. We all teased her about it for years, because we knew better. She finally, about 10 years before her death, admitted that it was the youngest of my two brothers. and for the reason that we all knew: he looks, sounds, and acts just like my dad. :laughing:
This was probably a good photo dump, too. So many great shots here!
And there really are 68! She’s a great-looking lady, even with her lips pursed. My interest is in behavior, and I love her particular style of misbehavior. I have a very soft spot for Negra because of her history and age. I told my grandsons that one is my favorite Evan, one my favorite Josh, etc. So it is here.
Anthony, we are indeed going to miss you. And I’m sure the chimp people will, too. Thank you for informing and entertaining us for as long as you have.
Anthony! Thank you for the photo dump of everything Honey B! Fabulous to see her, just her, doing so many different things (but almost always intensely looking right at you!):fearful::laughing:
My *favorite* image will always be Honey B waltzing about in her poinsettia floral sarong. Still makes me screech when I see it! And the image with the single little lilac flower on her lip. Oh, and the images of Honey B and little Luna (who I believe to be the most beautiful child in the world. Seriously.). Luna and Honey B connecting through the windows glass gets me, every single time. I guess every image of HB might be a favorite.
PS: at the shelter where I volunteer, there are no favorites either. Each dog is uniquely themselves, all individuals worthy of equal respect and compassion.
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:joy:You crack me up!
I’ve so enjoyed your photos, and have sent you a few amazing ones I thought you’d like and aspire to. Please please take my email address with you and send me photos!:pray: Maybe you’ll even create your own phlog.
Well! the last few days have certainly been great for me, highlighting my pals Burrito and Honey B. I’m in chimp photo heaven! I came out of my digital burnout just in time. Yay! Thank you all for the joy!
Anthony, thank you for everything. Be happy and well.
GREAT BLOG, So fuunny with all those pictures of Honey B. Love the blog, read it every day.
Oh Anthony, how on earth are you going to tear yourself away from these beautiful chimpy and bovine people? With your wonderful skills in photography, it’s a perfect combination! Like thousands of others, I wish you all the very best in your new adventures……we’ll miss you loads.
The picture with the lilac & the one in the sarong would make great calendar pics. Best wishes for your new endeavor.
I love everything about this post:) I do love how individual they are!
Well, Chad, I am sorry that you are leaving. I know the terroir will be forever changed. I hope you will tell us what your next endeavor will be and maybe post a picture of yourself. I’d like to put a face to the speaker.
As you don’t have a favorite chimp, neither do I have a favorite blog author.
Wishing you all the best,
Chris
OMG! Major faux paus Anthony (not Chad).
I’m one among the many who will miss you too, Anthony. Thank you for all the pictures of my girl, she is so easy to love.
What a woman! Observer. fashionista. Athlete. Weightlifter poser. Friend. Lilac lover. I could say more, but she is some kinda Influencer!
Great blog Anthony, you will be missed by all humans, chimps and cows alike! I wish you every happiness and success in your future adventures :two_hearts:
with love and respect,
Caroline
You will be missed! Thanks for everything……
Loved all your posts, you have a great sense of humor and this one “I have no favorites” followed by all those wonderful photos of you-know-who, cracked me up once again. You will certainly be missed not only by the chimps but by those of us who enjoyed all your words, wisdom and unique sense of humor. Wishing you much happibess and success where you are going.
I think your secret is out! Loved all the photos of Honey B, thank you:flag_ca:
Great photos Anthony. I love the one of Honey B balancing on the fire hose and the one of her with her lower lip sticking way out! I’m going to miss your funnily written blogs, too. I always try to guess who writes the blogs and you’re one of the ones I usually guess right. ? Good luck in your future endevours. You deserve the best.
Thank you Anthony, I will miss your funny, clever, blog post’s.
I have so enjoyed your wonderful photography, CSNW is such a beautiful place, with such amazing subject’s for a photogragher like you, I hope you will continue taking images wherever you land next, maybe your next subject won’t be as photogenic as Honey B., but you’re so talented, I bet you’ll make it work.
Oh, and I’ll never tell little miss H.B. she’s not your favorite 😉