Tobin, long-time friend of the sanctuary and all those who dwell here, has graciously sponsored a day of sanctuary in honor of Jody’s celebrated birthday and Mother’s Day.
Behold Tobin’s delightful and heart-warming tribute to the beautiful and incredibly special, Miss Jody:
“Jody has many different roles at the sanctuary: Den Mother, Organic Farmer, Nurse and Physical Therapist, Blanket Decontructionist, Dinosaur Impersonator. When her three new neighbors arrived from California, she led the Welcoming Committee.
It is said that a good person speaks from the good treasure of her heart, and that it is through the mouth that the heart speaks. Now, chimpanzees communicate in different manner from the (far-less evolved) primate species known as humans. Nonetheless, the goodness in Jody’s heart speaks volumes.
As we celebrate Mother’s Day as her birthday anniversary, I wish my beloved Chimpanzee Pal Jody another year of good health and happiness doing what she loves best: den mothering her troop, foraging for the sort of food that can make a Triceratops groan in rapture, and deconstructing the dominant paradigms of blankets for a good night’s nest.
Sincerely, Tobin”
Thank you so much, Tobin, for honoring Jody and all the goodness in her beautiful heart.
Jody and Foxie:
Missy, Foxie, Annie and Jody:
Burrito and Jody:
Jody and Burrito:
Oh beautiful Jody Happy belated Birthday and Mother’s Day. Thank you Tobin for sponsoring Jody’s special day. She really is a special Lady. Sending my love to you Jody!
Thank you Tobin,
I was going to write something fancy about the great photos and your commentary, but let me just say; This blog is simply the Bee’s Knees and it doesn’t get much better than that?
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Doesn’t get any better than a tribute from you Tobin. Well said! Jody is a gem. And it’s wonderful that she really is being celebrated each day!
To Jojo, Dean, Lisa and Kathleen: Thank you for your kind words. And, I thank everyone who, directly or indirectly, contributes to the well-being of our beloved friends who call the Sanctuary home.
Thank you, Tobin!
Wow, if this blog and sponsorships were a Homecoming Court, Ms Jody would clearly be Queen! And we know why she’s so popular and loved!
“It is said that a good person speaks from the good treasure of her heart, and that it is through the mouth that the heart speaks.”
Tobin, I’ve been following your comments for awhile now, and I think the line you quoted speaks to you, as well. Thank you for this day of sponsorship, and for your love of (one of) our favorite chimpanzee ladies!
I loved this post-perfect description of the wonderful Jody. And the photos show her
at some of her best moments-gathering tasty things, stealing pumpkins, comforting friends…
Thank you Tobin. Yes Jody has so many roles……the photo of her with Burrito made me laugh. She looks as though she’s taking his pulse and handing out advice….probably to stay away from snakes!
Thank you Tobin! Jody is such a sweet girl and Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate her. I really enjoyed all the pictures of her.