Diana · December 1, 2008 at 11:19 am
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Yesterday ranks as one of the most playful days for the Cle Elum Seven. Foxie was in the center of the play throughout the day. It began with her and Jamie wrestling in the morning in the front rooms while J.B. and I cleaned the playroom. It was gorgeous outside in Cle Elum yesterday, so the chimpanzees went outside as soon as they had the opportunity. We even served lunch outside because the weather was so nice. Foxie, Jamie, Missy and Annie played for over an hour straight after lunch. One of the best sights of the day was Foxie and Missy hanging from the ceiling of the outdoor area, each by one arm, tickling each other. Here are just a couple of photos (taken with the new lens, of course!)
Below is a shot of Jamie with a beautiful playface. I can’t believe how much she has changed. Check this old blog post to compare.
We received a new telephoto camera lens from a wonderful supporter and friend of the chimps. We’re still trying to get the hang of it (it’s heavy!), but we managed to snap a few photos today as the chimps enjoyed a break in the gloomy weather we’ve been having lately. We are so grateful for donations like these that help us share the chimps’ stories with the rest of the world. Thank you Kathy!
Diana · November 27, 2008 at 10:38 pm
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I AM HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE CHIMPANZEE SANCTUARY NORTHWEST ONLINE STORE IS OPEN!
Blog readers get the first chance to shop!! Just click on the words “online store” above, and you can finish all of your holiday shopping from the convenience of your living room, office, kitchen, or wherever your computer may be. It’s easy, it’s fun, it’s convenient, it’s cool, and it’s all for the best cause - the Cle Elum Seven.
For those of you in the Seattle area, be sure to at least venture outside on Friday to go to Sam’s Cats and Dogs, Naturally in Monroe. They are generously donating 10% of their sales to the sanctuary all day on the busiest shopping day of the year! They are open from 8am to 9pm. Here’s the location and contact info: 202 N. Lewis St., Monroe, Washington 98272; (360) 805-5060 Buy some treats for your animal friends at home while supporting your friends at CSNW!
At CSNW, we have a lot to be thankful for this year. To everyone who has supported us and spread the word about the amazing Cle Elum Seven, we cannot thank you enough. You have literally given these seven chimpanzees a second chance at life.
And to the chimpanzees who have allowed us the priveledge of becoming your friends, we are eternally grateful.
To all of our blog readers, we wish you could all be here to celebrate this day with the chimps, but I guess you’ll have to settle for some photos.
Diana · November 27, 2008 at 1:56 pm
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Please see Audrey’s comment in the post below this - she and I must have woke up with the same thoughts today!
Today is certainly a day to ponder thankfulness, and there is so much to be thankful for this year. I am personally thankful for the seven chimpanzee people who have come into my life and for all of the amazing human people that have come along with them. It is such a huge benefit to this job to be able to meet such fantastic, compassionate, thoughtful folks. I am thankful to all of you for being a part of my life and, especially, the lives of the seven chimpanzees who are now a part of all of our hearts.
Diana · November 24, 2008 at 3:59 pm
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First - the CSNW store is almost ready to launch! We’re waiting on word that the merchandise will arrive this week, and I’ll let you know as soon as the store is live. I’m so excited! I received such great feedback about the items we will be carrying - just wait until you see everything “in person.” I’ll likely be adding stuff as we go, but the initial items are note cards, calendars, tote bags and t-shirts. We’ll do our very best to get orders out in time for x-mas so that the Cle Elum Seven to be well represented at your holiday gatherings.
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Second - Cory Michael and Fresh Facials and Skincare had their open house this past week. 20% of all sales went to CSNW, and they released a new product - Chimp Balms! Jesseca will be adding them to their website store soon. 15% of all sales from their website and direct sales of products and services for the rest of November will go to the sanctuary. I went on the site the other day and bought all kinds of great stuff.
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Third -Tamela found a really great BIG acrylic mirror that we can mount in the chimpanzees’ enclosure so that they can admire themselves! You can help pay for the mirror by making a donation online or by mail and including a gift note that says “wall mirror”.
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Fourth - Michelle of Rabbit Ridge Designs is busy spreading the word about CSNW in Alaska. She is donating 10% off all sales for the rest of the year, including shows she attends and online sales. She raised nearly $300 for the chimpanzees a few days ago at a show! Because I don’t “do” wool, I was particualarly interested in the bracelets and the hand-dyed soy silk yarn that Michelle sells - definitely check out her site.
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Fifth - Shelly C. is advertising her beautiful Lights of the Valley soy candles on the forum and any sales she makes through the fourm she will give 20% to CSNW.
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Sixth - volunteers in Seattle are organizing an enrichment party to make holiday treats for the Cle Elum Seven! Details are below. You can chat about the party and RSVP on the Forum.
