The Pacific Northwest is currently under an atmospheric river. No need to fear for our humble sanctuary though. Being on the high ground has it’s advantages. Atmospheric river or not, it still hasn’t stopped the chimps from going outside.
Though the rain isn’t finished and we have several more days in the forecast, I just really wanted to celebrate and applaud my fellow staff members and volunteers who braved the floods and mudslides to make it in today. I know to them it may not seem as much, but it’s the world to the residents here. I have met some pretty gritty people in my life, but the caregivers here, both staff and volunteer, are exemplary gritty. Braving the down pours, floods, walking through the mud and muck around the sanctuary, I admire each and every one of you and all that you do for the chimpanzees, cattle, and each other.
And one last photo of one the the most handsome individuals you could ever meet for good measure:
Chad, that was very thoughtful of you to commend your co-workers. I’m sure they feel the same way about you and each other. It really does take a village and yours has the best group of people in it!
The OG6 know what’s what. Don’t hide inside until the snow falls, and then wait for JB to shovel a path!
Cy, You handsome devil you!!
Chad, include yourself in that wonderful group of dedicated individuals caring for the sanctuary’s residents. Thank you for the photo of Cy, a very handsome chimp leader.
Love these photos, esp of Foxie and Cy, my choimp buddies.
Thank you to all the wonderful caregivers!:revolving_hearts:
Chad, you are one of those gritty caregivers who shows up with unwavering devotion and loyalty. All of you, showing up (365 days a year) and giving of yourselves so those who live at the sanctuary are guaranteed the best life possible. Neither rain nor snow nor gloom of night……
Look at these photos, these incredibly beautiful faces. No wonder you travel through, and run through mud, snow, ice, and grit! Thank you! I saw your weather for this week and worried about each you! Just so you know, we are very grateful for all of the responsibilities you shoulder and while doing so, make it look like fun.
Thank you for being who you are; it makes this sanctuary the very best!!
Reminds me of the time, I think it was you, Chad, on a very icy driveway, taking one step forward, and sliding two steps back, one step forward, two slides back…
Thank you all, truly!
:shushing_face::shushing_face::shushing_face:
we don’t talk about that (with Chad:smile:)
:hear_no_evil:
Cy is so handsome.