Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest
Hope. Love. Home. Sanctuary
I have a lot of thoughts, but few words. It was a lovely day. Thanks to Katelyn today and staff and volunteers over the last few days who prepared the party in Jody’s honor and in honor of all moms.
This bowl and lilacs were for Jody, placed over her burial site:
Many thanks to extraordinary friend and family member of the sanctuary, Monica Best, for sponsoring this very special day in memory of our beloved Jody whose birthday we always celebrated on Mother’s Day, and in honor of a wonderful chimpanzee and bovine friend, Tobin.
“Mother’s Day has always been a special celebration for Jody. As I look at the lilacs, just starting to bloom, I think of Jody and how much she has been missed. But, I’m also grateful for the amazing life she had at CSNW. She was just pure happiness and joy and I love watching videos of her, living her best life. We love you and miss you Jody.
To Tobin, thank you for being such an amazing supporter to the chimps and for making this year’s Love a Chimpanzee Day even more special. I know Burrito felt all the love you sent his way.”
We are profoundly grateful for all the love and care that surrounds the chimpanzees and cows. <3
Jody:
Foxie and Burrito:
Missy:
Jody:
Negra:
Annie:
Happy Birthday, beloved Jo. How we miss you. We celebrate you and our extraordinary good fortune to have you in our hearts every single day:
Be sure to join us later today as we celebrate beautiful Jody and all of the chimpanzee and bovine mothers here at the sanctuary, as well as the mothers of all those who call the sanctuary home!
