Mark Gordon Brown
Originally from Flint, Michigan, Mark now lives with his wife on a hobby farm in central Alberta, where they raise exotic animals and practice permaculture.
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Forget the SymbolismSymbols get messed up over the ages, meaning quite different things to different groups, at one time or another. Maybe, it is about time to just be grateful for the thing, instead of what it has come to symbolize.
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Even Solipsists Have a Need for LoveA love poem I wrote for my wife, whilst I was going through a Solipsist stage.
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Eating Samosas During a BlizzardThis short poem is gratitude for a moment in time. A state of Zen experience. A time of bliss felt. An epiphany given. A thank you for that epiphany. -
Afraid of the LightI came to realization that my purpose in this life, if there is any within its absurdness, is to experience the material universe that I seem to be existing in. This poem is about that realization.
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At the RacesA poem about winning at the race track, that may also be used a positive affirmation for winning in life.
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Buy Fair Trade or Locally If You Really Help the WorldWhen you buy products that are considered fair trade, or from local producers, their lives are affected positively, far beyond the initial financial reward.
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COTMAD, Cause of the Moment Affective Disorder: Helping Beyond HaitiWhen a major tragedy happens in the world, it, in the minds of some, overshadows unmet needs in other parts of the world. I feel this is a social disorder, that I call COTMAD, or Cause of the Moment Affective Disorder.
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Would You like Some Toast?A absurdist poem about being grateful, instead of being suspicious.
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Charmed LifeA poem that is also an affirmation you can use to achieve a charmed life.
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Vortex of HappinessDo you long for a happier life? Do you wonder what a life of leisure would feel like? Would you like to experience more pleasure in your present life? If so use this simple affirmation to choose just which shoes you will walk in.
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Bright IdeasEvery day it seems someone comes up with another "Bright Idea" to solve this problem or that. The real problem it seems is that most of these so-called bright ideas come about as a result of a myopic view of things.
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Better ThanIn the last couple of months I have increasingly become more aware of subjective comparisons made by myself and others. I am trying to stop them in my thought patterns and am tired of hearing them so often in daily conversations.
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How to Retire on One Million DollarsMost working stiffs imagine the day they get a winfall of money and can kiss their job goodbye... BUT how many people could actually retire on a million dollars? Are you one of them? -
A Few Pointers for the First Time Sheep OwnerSheep are handy little lawn mowers, often purchased by hobby farmers for pasture control. What do you need to know before getting sheep? -
The Cruelty of the Pet Monkey IndustryThis link looks at some of the facts about pet monkeys including the cruel way they are harvested from their mothers at a young age.
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Finding Feet on the British Columbia CoastlineFrom August 2007 to October 2009 a total of eight feet have washed ashore, only one has been identified.
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The Great Pacific Garbage Patch and Project KaiseiIf you have not heard of this giant garbage patch, twice the size of Texas, you may be forgiven. What it is, where it is, and why it is so bad, are all explored here, as well as what is being done. -
Three Great Songs for MondaysEver wonder where the Boomtown Rats came up with their song "I Don't Like Mondays"? Or why Monday is a Blue day for New Order? What about the Bangles Manic Monday? -
Sugar Gliders as PetsCute as they are, this exotic newcomer to the pet market, is not a perfect pet for everyone.
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Rats as PetsRats are quickly becoming a popular pet in areas where they legally may be kept as pets.
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Bunnies as PetsRabbits, or bunnies, as they may be called, are great pets if a person is prepared and really wants a pet. They are a good alternative to hamsters who are nocturnal and more prone to biting than are rabbits. -
Pet Bellied Pigs as PetsA caution, these pets are as smart as some dogs, and as such are not an easy pet for somebody who isn't prepared for an intelligent pet. -
The Best Pet Chicken BreedsNot all Chickens are friendly and easy to work with, some are too nervous or aggressive. This is a list of some of the better breeds for pets. -
Peafowl as PetsMost people call them Peacocks, but that term refers to the males only. These make great, beautiful, pets if you have the room.
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Partridges as PetsThese small birds make cute and interesting Pets -
Considerations About Owning Exotic PetsWhat is an exotic pet, and should you own one? -
Pets that Can Live Outdoors OnlyNot all pets are suited to be indoors only, some are very happy outdoors, as long as they have proper protection, food, and shelter. -
Miniature Horses as PetsVery cute, these smaller horses should look just like the larger versions but require less space and feed. -
Leaf Frogs as PetsLeaf Frogs are fairly easy to care for but require a specific set up for housing needs. -
Hedgehogs as PetsThese small exotic pets are becoming popular, but are not always a good, or easy pet, for everyone.
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Hamsters as PetsHamsters are a common small pet, however they may not be for everyone.
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A Hike at Johnston CanyonA wonderful short hike with spectacular scenery and waterfalls. Johnston Canyon also features cabins for overnight stays. -
Guinea Pigs as PetsThese pets are commonly kept by older children, teens, and even adults.
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Ferrets as PetsThese are not easy pets and should not be considered as pets for beginners, children, or people who do not have lots of time to spend with their pet.
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Donkeys as PetsDonkeys have a charm quite unlike other animals and really enjoy human companionship. -
Doves as PetsIs a dove a pet you have considered getting?
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The Basics on CatsCats are very commonly kept as companion animals, this is a basic guide for owners and people considering getting a pet cat.
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Chickens as PetsChickens are a very economical pet, cheap to feed, and they provide eggs. Not every breed makes a good pet, a link to what breeds are good for pets is provided at the bottom. This link covers care and the basics.
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Five Things About the Pet Industry You Should KnowThe pet industry rolls along, and many well meaning people are tricked into supporting cruelty.
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Northern Walking Stick Insects as PetsThe Northern Walking stick is a pet worth considering, but always check to see if they are legal where you live first.
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Bearded Dragons as PetsBearded Dragons are quickly becoming a popular exotic pet, however not everyone knows what they are getting into when starting with one of these lizards.
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Green Anoles as PetsGreen Anoles are often considered as "Starter Lizards", sadly many die due to not getting proper care.
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Native Animals in Provincial Museum of AlbertaThe Provincial Museum of Alberta is located in Edmonton. One of their permanent Gallery displays is of native North American animals. This is a look at some of those displays.
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Bizarre Deaths by North American AnimalsAlthough most people fear the "wolf" there are tales of other native North American Wildlife, attacking and killing people.
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Northern Walking Stick InsectsThese small insects make great pets for people who do not have much time, or money, for a larger more demanding pet.
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Am a Zone E AhA minimalist video I created using original music I have composed and a video manipulation of one of my drawings.
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Angel of the North End of FlintThis is a small art video that I created using a scan of an original painting of mine and music I have composed. It is dedicated to some of my friends from my hometown of Flint Michigan.
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Tips on Car Trips with Your PetI am going to refer to traveling by car with various pets for moving or holidays. As such this article is about trips over 1 hour in length.
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Be My Green ValentineBeing an environmentalist is sexy this Valentine's Day!
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Not so Lonely ValentineThis is a Valentine's Poem celebrating the fact that an author writes to show his or her love for their audience. In turn the reader, connects with the writer, so that none is lonely after all.
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Little Winter LambsOne set of twins was born, and through lucky upon checking them we found another set born outside in the cold, they would have died had we not checked at that time.
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Esoteric WhispersA collection of photos that focus on, mundane or sublime subjects, in unsual ways, with the images being raw or enhanced.