I  have been caring for and observing Maine bears for near 2 decades.It is  a dream come true ,and oh how the  bears continue to teach me  throughout this amazing journey.  I have been so blessed to see their  instinctive development , and key behavioral patterns; that I have  witnessed and documented over the years: single cubs ,siblings, and  sibling units/ adopted siblings, and yearlings .
Over the years I have indeed gained a better understanding of Bears. It  is an honor to know  - that so few out there - will ever be able to see  what I have witnessed - real time =  I am truly  more grateful than  words will ever say.  
I look at each experience as a learning curve no matter what - good,bad  /or indifferent , and it isn't always easy,but I stay strong through  thick and thin, and will only continue to give thanks to the bears and  for being  a part of their lives. I certainly   have gained a lifelong  experience that has allowed me to step into their world,and I will  continue to do so with future bears that are orphaned /or injured = my  experiences  will stay with me always and  are  to be reckoned.
To learn more about my personal life : My family = Me being Home with my  husband Michael whom I love dearly ,and my pups, and  Note: I also   work for a living - going to Jobs = me and my husband run/own  a small  business installing floors on a subcontractor basis. I  give thanks for  all of it , and of course my tiny little bear business too : Dawn L.  Brown dba A Bears Second Chance   Note: that I am a sole proprietor -   being my special outlet - I clearly need in my life - as it  gives me  Independence - it is  a peacefulness - simply being home sweet home  -  I also like going to  craft and gun shows = "I" being  a vendor - to sell my bear photos/products ,  Life sometimes gets hectic  and me working with bears - either  photographing them /recording  , caring for them,and observing ; that  being the ultimate gratification - It is all a dream come true.  
When I see the bears grow and develop enjoying  life so and  simply  being bears in their element  - it is a feeling that I can't even  explain,but I thank my Lord above for all of it .The learning never ends  ...visit my fb site for the latest updates,and I will do my very best  to keep everyone informed with time permitted.