The world was turned upside down when Jane Goodall, primatologist, observed chimpanzees using and modifying tools. Chimps are one of our closest relatives including the bonobo monkey. Her discoveries made us look at what differentiates humans from other great apes. Anthropologists believe that we share a common ancestor with chimps and Bonobos that diverged some …
Monthly Archives: September 2019
Summer’s End and the future ahead
Dear Family and Friends,As the first “fall-like day” arrived, we received a call to say that Martha’s son Jake had passed away. I had been thinking what a glorious day it was with cool crisp air. It was perhaps appropriate that Jake left his body on that day as it signaled a change to come. …
Conversation with Gypsy the Cat: On Becoming Human
Gypsy: I see that you have been reading Jane Goodall’s Reason for Hope-A Spiritual Journey and Vaness Woods’ Bonobo Handshake. Paul: Yes, both authors have studied primates. Jane Goodall is a champion of animal rights and best known for her observation and work with chimpanzees in the wild. Vanessa Woods worked with her husband doing …
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Cat and House
CAT: I see that you are building something. ME: Yes. I’m building a house. CAT: I thought so. ME: You are very observant. CAT: That is what cats do. Who’s house are you building? ME: Why, it will be my house. CAT: Where will I live? ME: With me, of course, just like you always …
Gypsy for president
I was surprised, to say the least, when my cat Gypsy announced she was running for president. I almost laughed, but I didn’t want to hurt her feelings. How can a cat run for president, I asked her? She replied: Trump proves that anyone, including a cat can run for president. First, I need to …
Letter from Gypsy to Alice
Dear Alice, Gam Gam, Dam Dam, I am still trying to get this Cateze Dragon Speak to understand me. I know you have the same problem. Paul has left for Seattle to visit you and left me in charge (so to speak) while he is gone. So I will make good use of my …