Thanks to Tobin for sponsoring this day of sanctuary in memory of Jody, on this third anniversary of her passing. Tobin shared:
“I am sponsoring today in memory of our beloved Jody. I am one of many primates – simian and human – who treasure our memories of her. As Jody’s birthday was – and is – celebrated on Mother’s Day, I invite the readers of the CSNW blog as well as Jody’s caretaker friends to share a favorite memory of her on that date.”
We love you, Jody:
She loved nesting in this turtle pool:
Burrito and Jody:
Missy, visiting Jody’s burial site. She does this occasionally, for reasons only she can speak to:
Aw ? Thank you Tobin. I always feel your deep love for Jody. Thinking of you.
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Thank you, Tobin. Brings tears to my eyes to think of her. She was a beautiful, fabulous chimp and I can’t believe it’s 3 years already. I think of her often.
Thank you, Tobin, for sharing a day we hold so dear to our hearts. You always share your caring thoughts for her, it’s touching.
I can’t recall a specific Mother’s Day Birthday memory. When I think of Jody, it’s like a blend of memories. I think of her beautiful face, and her sparkling eyes, and her big perfect ears. I think of her hands. And her kindness. I think of the time JB asked her to move blankets out of the base of the door frame, so staff could close the door tightly while moving the chimpanzees for cleaning. Jody gathered up the blankets and trotted off, it was so sweet. And I always think of her in that turtle tub on her back in pose shown in the photo. I also picture Jody with her arms full of forage from the hill. Not necessarily the food that was laid out, but a forage from the natural gifts of the earth that she plucked to take back to her nest to nibble on. And who could ever think of Jody without thinking of the smile on her face as she dragged that gigantic pumpkin inside on Jamieween!?
All these little moments swirl together with countless others making me feel grateful to have Jody in my heart.
And now, when I think of Jody I will think of Missy too. Dear little Missy. I am so moved to see that she carries Jody close within her inner life, stopping by to visit to make it all a little more bearable. So much has happened, Missy must have so much to share.
All of those, PLUS Jody and the rosebush in the raceway, and Katelyn’s story about the mouse and the hat!
Thank you, Tobin
And happy bday to Diana!
Three years already and it still feels like yesterday. Thank you for this lovely remembrance.
Love you Jody :heart::heart:
Missy is bringing Jody a gift. They love deeply. :yellow_heart:
Thanks, Tobin, for reminding everyone of such a great lady chimp..
As I read over these comments, there are a lot of memories to recall. And then there are the memories of Jody’s beautiful body: Her bright eyes, her expressing face (when Jody’s lower lip drooped, one knew that all was right with the world), her mighty hauls of forage, and the groans of the Happy Dinosaur when savoring a pumpkin.
I look forward to Jody’s birthday in 10 days. Until then, I wish a good new birthday to Jody (and Neggie and Betsey and Cy and Benny and Bruce’s) good friend, Diana.
I was very new to the blog at the time ofJody’s passing, so I don’t have any personal memories. The one thing that I will always remember though, is that the day of Jody’s passing is Diana’s birthday. Happy Birthday, Diana! I know Jody is still there with you in spirit.
The photo of Missy at Jody’s burial site got me right in the feels. Thank you Tobin for sponsoring, and thank you all at CSNW for the loving care you give to our fellow creatures. And for the videos, pictures and daily blogs that keep us entertained and informed. Sending big love to you all.
A beautiful and moving tribute. Thank you, Tobin, and all of the CSNW family.
Thankyou, Tobin, and such a heartfelt dedication to Jody. It’s hard to believe that its the third year of Jody’s passing and yet
her who presence is so strongly felt. It’s like she never really left us. A very special lady who will forever be in our hearts.:sparkling_heart::sparkling_heart:
Thankyou, Tobin, and such a heartfelt dedication to Jody. It’s hard to believe that its the third year of Jody’s passing and yet
her who presence is so strongly felt. It’s like she never really left us. A very special lady who will forever be in our hearts.:sparkling_heart::sparkling_heart:
Thank you, Tobin, for remembering our beautiful Jody. We feel the same as Missy and miss her so very much. She is forever in our hearts.
Thank you,Tobin.