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Author Archives: Colleen ODea

Seven things you can do to put yourself first and TAKE CARE OF YOU!

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Colleen ODea

At the end of the day, I’m useless to my friends, family, and clients…unless I take care of myself. Quarantine did something to me…I came out of it feeling unsteady, uncomfortable…foggy. I didn’t quite feel like myself and didn’t seem Continue reading Seven things you can do to put yourself first and TAKE CARE OF YOU!→

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I had some drinks the other night…and all inhibitions went flying out the window!

Posted on July 7, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: How are you all doing with your social distancing? Me…I’m getting out a bit more but I’ve learned a valuable lesson! NO MORE GIN FOR ME! Have a read through to see how I handled my drinks Continue reading I had some drinks the other night…and all inhibitions went flying out the window!→

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What’s on your mind…

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: With so much going on in my life at the moment, I thought I’d take the opportunity to chat about everything that’s on my mind and how I’m feeling about life in general. From Quarantine, to protests, Continue reading What’s on your mind…→

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5 tips for dealing with hot flashes and night sweats!

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: I’ve had more public hot flashes than I can shake a stick at! If this is you, and you’re wondering what to do to combat the next meltdown…read on! This post offers five tips that I’ve used Continue reading 5 tips for dealing with hot flashes and night sweats!→

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I have 5 black cousins…

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: I’ve not been able to get the image of George Floyd out of my mind since I watched the video of his murder. For a number of years now, I’ve thought about my privilege as a person Continue reading I have 5 black cousins…→

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Women who Create – Michelle Saint Onge

Posted on May 19, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: “Women who Create” explores various artists, what and why they create, and where they find their inspiration. In this post, I introduce you to Michelle Saint Onge, an artist I’ve admired for years. Enjoy…and make sure to Continue reading Women who Create – Michelle Saint Onge→

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52 Pickup…

Posted on May 15, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: Raise your hand if you’re celebrating a birthday during quarantine!!! At the end of the month, I turn 52, and during these days of Covid, with the added stresses and the disappointment of not being able to Continue reading 52 Pickup…→

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Butterflies…

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: Kids truly say the darndest things! At 3, my oldest, (now 28) came up with my very favourite saying that became my life motto. I’ve turned into a digital print in my Etsy shop to remind me Continue reading Butterflies…→

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People like you…

Posted on May 3, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: These past two weeks have felt incredibly HEAVY in Nova Scotia. While we’re beginning to come out of the fog, singer/songwriter Johnny Reid graced us with his beautiful song, “People Like You.” It’s a tribute to the Continue reading People like you…→

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Women who Create – Sarah Jane Conklin

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: “Women who Create” explores various artists, what and why they create, and where they find their inspiration. In this post, I introduce you to Sarah Jane Conklin, an artist from Fall River, Nova Scotia. Enjoy her wonderful Continue reading Women who Create – Sarah Jane Conklin→

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Create Mor Mondays!

Posted on April 6, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: I had fantastic English teachers throughout the years who helped me hone in on the art of “storytelling”. One, in particular, was my grade six teacher, Mr. Moriarity. Using his technique, each Monday I will post a Continue reading Create Mor Mondays!→

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When you’re feeling overwhelmed…laughter, truly is the best medicine

Posted on April 5, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: There are quite a few people out there on Social Media that are putting a smile on my face and keeping my spirits a little bit lighter during these tough times. I’ve listed a few of my Continue reading When you’re feeling overwhelmed…laughter, truly is the best medicine→

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The importance of telling someone how much you love them…

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: Now, more than ever, we need to connect with friends and family. For my 50th birthday, my children gave me the “50 things We Love About You” piece and I’ve been re-reading it on the days I Continue reading The importance of telling someone how much you love them…→

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How to set up a ZOOM Video Call to stay in touch with friends and family!

Posted on March 20, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: Are you looking to connect with family and friends? Using Zoom, you can set a time to virtually connect, where everyone can chat with one another and you can see all of their beautiful faces!!! If you Continue reading How to set up a ZOOM Video Call to stay in touch with friends and family!→

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Social Distancing? Here’s what you can do when you live alone!

Posted on March 15, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: Following the advice of the World Health Organization, I’m Social Distancing during this Covid-19 Pandemic. Here’s how I’m planning on spending my time alone in this big ol’ empty nest of mine! *** This “empty nesting” thing Continue reading Social Distancing? Here’s what you can do when you live alone!→

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My Ducks Are Absolutely NOT in a Neat Little Row

Posted on March 4, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: I’ve been trying my hardest to get used to all three kids living their own lives…leaving me with this empty nest of mine. But I really miss the days when all my ducks were in a neat Continue reading My Ducks Are Absolutely NOT in a Neat Little Row→

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And just like that…the teen years are done!

Posted on February 28, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: On Meg’s 20th birthday, I look back on the teen years and put together a list of my five favourite blog posts about Meg. Happy Birthday sweet girl…with so much love xo! *** With today being Megan’s Continue reading And just like that…the teen years are done!→

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How Journaling led me to Blogging and then back to Journaling…

Posted on February 27, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: For many years I kept a journal and then suddenly… stopped. Eventually, I found my way to blogging but more recently, I’m keeping a private journal once again. Here’s the story of how journalling led me to Continue reading How Journaling led me to Blogging and then back to Journaling…→

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Happy 28th Birthday my Beautiful Girl…

Posted on February 23, 2020 by Colleen ODea

It’s hard to believe that 28 years ago, I became a Mom. Seriously, I HAVE A TWENTY EIGHT YEAR OLD!!! Time and again, as all parents do, I shake my head with the passing of time. There’s that saying, “long Continue reading Happy 28th Birthday my Beautiful Girl…→

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You Can…

Posted on February 20, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: If you’re like me and tend to say “can’t” a whole lot more than you’d like, this post might make you think a little about the language you’re using and why…and maybe change your “you can’t’s” to Continue reading You Can…→

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Sometimes, you have to take a few hits to figure out who you really are! Curtains are Open is about moving forward, accepting change and finding happiness in the craziest of places. I write about life as a single Mom of three fantastic kids...how I returned to school in my forties, started a new company and began putting my life back together again...better than I ever imagined. I'm thrilled so many of you have been along for the journey and find inspiration in my story. The curtains are open. Read more...

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