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An Introduction to What Makes gmarlett Tick and Other Stuff

Thanks for visiting my lensography Lens and hopefully I can add some order to the chaos!

I began my Squidoo-vian journey in April 2008, although I previously set-up a pretty pathetic first lens sometime in 2006 and promptly forgot about it for two years!

Anyway, now I'm totally hooked and loving every minute of it. I enjoy visiting other lenses and receiving visits, so don't be a stranger - life is too short.

(Picture is my conception of Paradise- You can see my chateau across the lake on the hillside! courtesy of freefoto.com)


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More About gmarlett

A Maine transplant, I have lived in the New England region of the U. S. for approximately 30 years and in Maine for 23 years. I love the area for its recreational activities, history and spectacular beauty. It's great to have an ocean, mountains, forests and thousands of pristine lakes, all in close proximity

Having grown-up in a Midwestern State, I had supposed the world was "flat" and that the normal color of lakes was green and rivers brown. The horizons there were endless and the weather, too hot, too cold and too windy.

Professionally, I worked as a rehabilitation counselor for the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs and retired in 2005. I assisted disabled veterans in returning to work and employment following their military service and service-connected disablements. I began my career working with Vietnam Era Veterans and ended it working with veterans of the conflicts in Iraq and Afganistan.

I am a U.S. Air Force veteran myself and served on active duty for 4 years, during the Vietnam Conflict. I spent 3 1/2 years of service in Germany, which was one of the greatest learning experiences of my life. Following military service, I returned to school and completed undergraduate and graduate studies and began my career with the V.A.

As you can probably see by looking at my lenses, I have a variety of interests, a few of which have begun to manifest themselves, thanks to Squidoo. I hope to add more to this mix in the future and perhaps branch-out even more into some new areas.

(Picture courtesy Webshots)

A Much Needed Update to the Squidoo-vian Adventure

The Lenses Just Keep Popping-up - Where Does the Time Go?

Right now I seem to have hit a lull in my creative capacity and I realize I have built a zillion more lenses - some good and perhaps some not so good. Anyway, I thought it would be a great time to add some more of my lenses to this lensography, to keep things somewhat organized and to share my world with the great Squidoo Community.

I really want to thank those who have left comments and feedback, as well as those who have emailed me. I really appreciate the networking and support that goes on within the Squidoo community. A truly great group of creative and inspirational people.

Some highlights since I built this lensography, I returned to regular employment with LL Bean during the holidays and had some very interesting conversations with people across the U.S. - hopefully you received your gifts by Christmas? I also managed to get summarily kicked out of Digg, permanently (I still have no clue why?) and I managed to piss-off Google with my Dogs in China lenses being too graphic (I took out some of the graphics). I understand that reality is a hard pill to swallow sometimes.

So, going forward, I wish everyone a happy and more prosperous 2009, we''ll see you later on the other end of it.

As far as lensography updates, I have added more dog and animal related lenses, a whole section of reptiles, some pop culture and music related lenses and some affiliate marketing related lenses (it would be nice to earn a little money on the side here). Thanks and enjoy!

I Love Dogs

My Dog Related Lenses

I am a big time animal lover from way back and grew-up with dogs and cats around. My parents raised collies when I was very young, and I had two of them as my special childhood guardians.

I've done some work as a volunteer at a local animal shelter and have adopted a variety of animals over the years. From horses to ferrets, we've had them all. Dogs have always held a special place for me, however.

My current rescue is Reuben, who's now 8 months old. Reuben is a Black and Tan Coon Hound Mix who came from the shelter as a puppy, of 4 mos.

(Picture is little Reuben when we first brought him home)

gmarlett Dog Related Lenses

Save a Dogs Life, Adopt a Rescue

These are my first 5 dog related lenses, please visit them and send me your comments!
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My gmarlett Cat Lenses

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gmarlett State of Maine Related Lenses

"Maine, the Way Life Should Be" according to the official State Billboard on I95

Maine really is a pretty interesting place and after all these years, I still feel like I'm on vacation, when I go outside in the morning (summers only).

gmarlett Maine Related Lenses

My Adopted State of Maine Has so Much to Offer

Please visit my Maine lenses. Hopefully, you'll get an authentic taste of this unique region!
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More of the Good Life in Maine

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Maine Explorer's Guide

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gmarlett's Self Development and Human Potential Lenses

Make a Difference!

Because of my personal history, my training and my professional experience, I am committed to the positive personal and spiritual growth of all people. I hope to add even more lenses to support personal empowerment.

People are fascinating to me. I have always enjoyed psychology, sociology, anthropology, any of the sciences dealing with human functioning and behavior. I hope to expand my lens development in this area as well, going forward.

My desire to continue service to U.S. military veterans remains strong and I have developed a lens and blog to provide assistance. The trauma of combat for the individual, is lifelong and the costs of war for society are endless, regardless of the underlying politics.

gmarlett's Self Development Lenses

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Self Development Lenses Continued

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The Tao of Psychology

One of My Favorite Books

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Poetry Related gmarlett Lenses

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gmarlett's Humor Related Lenses (The Drier the Better)

After all Laughter is the Best Medicine

I love humor and comedy, especially parody and satire. I grew-up reading Mad Magazine and graduated to the Harvard and National Lampoons and finally arrived at The Onion.

I love to laugh at the phoniness in politics, pop culture, science and religion, especially. If I didn't laugh, I would probably cry. For me humor and comedy has always been fun and a great stress reliever.

A person's ability to laugh at themselves has always been a positive sign of their mental health. So too, with society. I believe humor is a great weapon against oppression.
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Pop Culture Related Lenses by gmarlett

Rock On! I enjoy a good reality television series as well as the next guy. I also love music, mostly rock, blues. And a pretty face.
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The Paranormal - Dark - gmarlett Lens Collection

I love ghosts, spirits and history. My Salem Witch Trial Lens was a Lens of the Day Selection in October -Yeah!
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Reptilian Lenses by gmarlett

The Wildlife You Don't Want to Run Into

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Affiliate Marketing Lenses - by gmarlett

There's an entrepreneur in each of us - (for some though it's deeply hidden!)

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gmarlett Links to My Blogs

Lighthouses in Maine
Lighthouses in MaineLighthouses in Maine: how many lighthouses in Maine can you name and identify? Can you picture and identify Maine lighthouses at night or in the fog? In addition to providing this information, check-out other things to do on the Maine Coast on your next vacation visit or weekend
Dog Breed rescue
Dog Breed RescueThe purpose of this blog is to provide information and resources for the successful rescue and rehabilitation of dogs, throughout the U.S.A. Everyday, thousands of dogs are neglected, abused and abandoned. Hopefully, with the assistance and support of local dog shelters, breed rescu
Directory of Dog Breeds
Directory Of Dog BreedsYour directory of dog breeds, focusing on good dog breeds for children, small dog breeds akc (American Kennel Club) dog breeds and designer dog breeds.Dog Breed Photos
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Popular Dog Names
Popular Dog NamesWe've got all the popular dog names. Male dog names, female dog names, cute dog names, cool dog names, unique dog names and top dog names. We also cater to German dog names, Irish dog names, big dog names and little dog names. Finally, we have hunting dog names, Japaneese dog names
Self Development Plan of Action
Self Development Plan of Action. Do you have your plan of action for self development ready? Resources to support personal growth and development, provide self development coaching and a self development course of action.In short we hope to provide you with some personal growth ideas.
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Veterans Benefits Advocate
Veterans Benefits AdvocateBringing you up-to-date veterans benefits information and veterans employment assistance. You will find useful links to VA and veterans employment services. Articles and information covering PTSD, filing for benefits claims, available veterans medical assistance and job se

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My Pet Peeves!

In their order of heinousness.

1). People who don't read an entire lens! Obviously, this isn't you, as you're reading this list, at the end of my lensography.
2). Politicians, for the most part.
3). Tele-Evangelists. ($ need I say more?)
4). Fundamentalist Religions and anything else over simplistic, oppressive and manipulative.
5). The failure of business models and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to take into account the actual and true value of their Human Resources, as assets.

(Photo courtesy of Web Photos)

Visit to Wood Island Lighthouse Maine

July 5, 2008

This was a wonderful visit and tour of Wood Island Lighthouse, Sponsored and led by the "Friends of Wood Island Light." Summer fun on the Maine Coast.

Wood Island is one of the "haunted" Maine Lighthouses. It is difficult to impossible, to reach in any sort of bad weather. It is also a wildlife and bird sanctuary and is literally covered with poison ivy.
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Hello, I am Greg Marlett, a retired rehabilitation counselor. I am originally from the midwest, but have lived in New England for the past 30 years and... more »

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