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For my one true love valentine, Burrito!

February 14, 2025 by Katelyn -

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Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone!!

We are sending out our heart felt gratitude to Paulette Wrisley for her long-time support of each of the chimpanzees, and for sponsoring this special Valentine’s Day of sanctuary for none other than her Pal, her “one true love valentine, Burrito!” Paulette has been graciously sponsoring each of the chimpanzees’ birthdays for some time now and never fails to lift our hearts.

It’s safe to say Burrito (understandably) has many adoring fans. He can be wild and raucous at times, but his super-powered resilience and ever-endearing charms buoy all our hearts along in his wake. We love him so.

Preparation for the chimpanzees’ big Valentine’s Day bash has been underway for days with some amazing treats on the menu, so be sure to tune in later today to see what happens!

And for everyone who has registered for this morning’s Valentine’s Day Virtual Visit (at 9:00 am/PST 12:00 pm/EST) for breakfast and the morning shifting routine with the chimpanzees, thank you!! See you soon!!

11 Comments

  1. Avatar Tobin on February 14, 2025 at 8:24 am

    Thank you, Paulette, for sponsoring today. After all, Burrito is your valentine. I received an absolutely charming Valentine’s card and letter from Burrito the other day. Au enchante! Though his words swept me off my feet, I know that Bubba and you are the apple (or sweet potato or cocoanut) of each others’ eye, and thus I wish the two of you a lovely St. Valentine’s Day.



  2. Avatar Kathleen on February 14, 2025 at 8:25 am

    Thank you, Paulette, for always being a sponsor to those who call CSNW “Home”. I’m jumping in with both feet to join you in a love fest for the one and only lovable Burrito Boy!

    Happy Valentine’s Day! “What the world needs now, is love sweet love. It’s the only thing that there’s just too little of.”



  3. Avatar Adrienne on February 14, 2025 at 9:31 am

    Thank you, Paulette, for your continuous support and your dedication to the chimps and to Burrito! :monkey_face::rose::love_letter:
    Happy World Bonobo Day to all our cousins! :green_heart::purple_heart::orange_heart::revolving_hearts:



  4. Avatar Arlene and Michael on February 14, 2025 at 12:11 pm

    Thank you, Paulette for sponsoring today and all of the other days that you do in honor of Burrito and his friends at CSNW. We, too, are big Burrito fans and we’re looking forward to seeing pictures from the Valentine’s Day bash:) Happy Valentine’s Day to all!



  5. Avatar Paulette Wrisley on February 14, 2025 at 1:57 pm

    Yes Adrienne! Thank you so much for the reminder about World Bonobo Day! Oh gosh, I love them so. Oh now, don’t be jealous Burrito. You’re always my number one!



  6. Avatar Paulette Wrisley on February 14, 2025 at 2:00 pm

    You’re welcome!! Anything for a few additional Burrito photos right?



  7. Avatar Paulette Wrisley on February 14, 2025 at 2:10 pm

    How is Burrito’s BFF Chad doing?



  8. Avatar Gaynell on February 14, 2025 at 2:58 pm

    Thank you, Paulette. May your Vakentine’s Day be as joyous as your special Valentine pal, Burrito.



  9. Avatar Kathleen on February 14, 2025 at 3:07 pm

    Good question. Happy to see Chad running with his BFF in that one (older) photo. Hope all is well.



  10. Avatar Marcie on February 14, 2025 at 6:24 pm

    Thank you Paulette. How could anyone not love Burrito and his delightful spirit.



  11. Eli on February 15, 2025 at 12:23 am

    Thank you for sponsoring today, Paulette!
    It’s easy to see why everyone loves Burrito! How could you not fall in love with those boyish charms?!



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