Saturday, September 24, 2011

Jane Goodall & Mr. H

"Jane's Journey" blew me away. It's a documentary about Dr. Jane Goodall and her quest to save the chimps in Tanzania, Africa, before going on to champion the conservation of natural habitats, cultures, people and animals around the world.

Dr. Goodall attended the screening and did a Q&A afterword. She's remarkable -- like Wonder Woman meets Mother Teresa.

Her answers were kind and measured, sprinkled with simple wisdoms pulled from the great truths of the universe. Her voice was light and hopeful as she relayed that children are our hope for a peaceful, prosperous world.

I was able to get a photo with Dr. Goodall in the lobby of the theatre after the Q&A. Up close, she was petite but mighty. She held tight to her dear stuffed monkey named Mr. H who was enjoying a banana.

Here's Dr. Goodall with her sweet Mr. H: