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Category Archives: KIA Working Mom

Living a simple, balanced life. Lisa Belanger #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Colleen ODea

If I were to make a list of women I admire, Lisa Belanger would be at the top. We’ve been friends for 15 years and I’ve written about Lisa’s spa, Mudwraps to Manicures, on a number of occasions. However, I’ve Continue reading Living a simple, balanced life. Lisa Belanger #KIAWorkingMom→

Posted in KIA Working Mom, Living the Dream

Living Life to the Fullest…Kathy McNab #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on November 28, 2017 by Colleen ODea

Whether catching a fish, vacationing in Florida, hosting a party, lunching with girlfriends, bicycling with the grandkids, volunteering or throwing caution to the wind…Kathy McNab believes wholeheartedly in living life to the very fullest. Residing in an active and vibrant Continue reading Living Life to the Fullest…Kathy McNab #KIAWorkingMom→

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Catherine Bent #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on November 1, 2017 by Colleen ODea

Catherine Bent is always the first on the dance floor. This summer, as the busy mom of 3 celebrated her 50th birthday, she threw herself a celebration complete with a band, outdoor dance floor and decorations to rival any Pinterest Continue reading Catherine Bent #KIAWorkingMom→

Posted in KIA Working Mom

Junk in my trunk! #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Colleen ODea

Over the last year, whenever the “Business of Blogging” is discussed, the same topic comes up over and over again…”you have to do more video!” This terrifies me. I don’t know what I’m doing. The camera adds 10 pounds. There’s Continue reading Junk in my trunk! #KIAWorkingMom→

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Making her career a family affair…Kim Morvan #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on July 18, 2017 by Colleen ODea

Halifax lucked out when Kim Morvan decided to pack her bags and move across country. As the Senior Director of Development at Phoenix Youth Programs, Kim has made her career a family affair. Her husband, Brian, has worked on almost Continue reading Making her career a family affair…Kim Morvan #KIAWorkingMom→

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Every Day is a Great Day! Sharon Maunder, #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on June 4, 2017 by Colleen ODea

When Sharon Maunder heads to the office, she knows it’s going to be a spectacular day! Growing up in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, Sharon’s childhood memories are filled with thoughts of freedom and fun. When she finished High Continue reading Every Day is a Great Day! Sharon Maunder, #KIAWorkingMom→

Posted in KIA Working Mom, Living the Dream

Inspiring Women to Be their Best! Stephanie Graham #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on April 30, 2017 by Colleen ODea

Any time I’ve spent five minutes in a room with Stephanie Graham, I’ve walked away with a smile on my face and a renewed sense of energy. While attending a Leadership Course in 2015, Stephanie was diagnosed during a “Strengths Continue reading Inspiring Women to Be their Best! Stephanie Graham #KIAWorkingMom→

Posted in KIA Working Mom, Living the Dream

Bringing joy into the world…Amy MacAulay #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Colleen ODea

Every mom has a birth story! Honestly, gather a room full of women and start to chat about your birth story and next thing you know, everyone’s chatting about the most amazing, heart-wrenching, awe-inspiring stories that first brought our people into Continue reading Bringing joy into the world…Amy MacAulay #KIAWorkingMom→

Posted in Being a Mom, KIA Working Mom, Living the Dream

Cassy Collins of Classy Cards #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on February 28, 2017 by Colleen ODea

I met Cassy on my very first day of classes at NSCC. I was returning to school in my forties and more than a little anxious…she was welcoming, kind…she stood out in a room full of twenty-somethings and over the Continue reading Cassy Collins of Classy Cards #KIAWorkingMom→

Posted in KIA Working Mom, Living the Dream

BlogJam #KIAWorkingMom #KIAWorkingWoman

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Colleen ODea

What on earth would posses three incredibly busy women to entertain the idea of hosting a blog conference in Halifax in 2015? And then, realizing its success, do it again in 2016? I’m not entirely sure…but I’m so glad they Continue reading BlogJam #KIAWorkingMom #KIAWorkingWoman→

Posted in KIA Working Mom

Souls Harbour Rescue Mission – Michelle Porter #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Colleen ODea

Growing up in Western Canada, Michelle Porter never had it easy. As the oldest of 6 siblings, Michelle’s mom struggled with addictions and the family found themselves on the move quite often. While some would consider the struggles and upheaval to Continue reading Souls Harbour Rescue Mission – Michelle Porter #KIAWorkingMom→

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Test Drive a KIA for a Chance to Win $10,000

Posted on June 12, 2016 by Colleen ODea

I spent last weekend test driving the new 2017 KIA Sportage, while mine was in having a little Spa Treatment (ie; removal of the winter tires, a lube and filter job and a cleaning.) There were a couple of standouts…the Continue reading Test Drive a KIA for a Chance to Win $10,000→

Posted in I <3 Local, KIA Working Mom

A life filled with music! Louise MacDonald…#KIAWorkingMom

Posted on May 5, 2016 by Colleen ODea

Louise MacDonald is ABSOLUTELY, 100%, doing EXACTLY what she wanted to do with her life. Born to a French Acadian Mom and an Irish Dad, music was part of her life from a young age. When it was time to Continue reading A life filled with music! Louise MacDonald…#KIAWorkingMom→

Posted in KIA Working Mom

Eileen Crowley Couse…#KIAWorkingMom

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Colleen ODea

Once her children had grown and moved on from the house, it was time for Eileen to re-invent herself! During the “at home years,” Eileen threw herself into volunteer activities. And, since she’d studied at MSVU and worked in HR at Continue reading Eileen Crowley Couse…#KIAWorkingMom→

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Joan Helson is Kicking Butt! #KIAWorkingMom #LoveYourSoul

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Colleen ODea

Joan Helson knows how to kick butt! BIG TIME. In 2008, at the age of 43, Joan had to put a little of her independence on the back burner as family members gathered around to support her in her battle with Continue reading Joan Helson is Kicking Butt! #KIAWorkingMom #LoveYourSoul→

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Promposal…

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Colleen ODea

Up until a few days ago, I was still driving around in the “Prom” car while folks honked their horns and waved at me! You see…Spiderman, with the help of the folks at KIA, put together an awesome Promposal for Continue reading Promposal…→

Posted in KIA Working Mom, Raising Teens

Jenny Tyler #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Colleen ODea

Nine years ago, Jenny Tyler immigrated to Nova Scotia. Once a Registered Nursery Nurse in the UK, growing up not too far from where the Queen spends some of her leisurely holidays, Jenny has thrown everything she knows into being Continue reading Jenny Tyler #KIAWorkingMom→

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Pam Currie #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Colleen ODea

I first met Pam when our daughters played on the same volleyball team. She’s vibrant…full of life…laid back and ABSOLUTELY HILARIOUS. This mom of two teenaged daughters, Sarah and Jenna, has been married for 17 years to her partner-in-crime. “He Continue reading Pam Currie #KIAWorkingMom→

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Sandi Carew Flemming…August’s #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Colleen ODea

This month, I’m THRILLED to introduce you to one of the hardest working moms I know…who also happens to be my friend, Sandi Carew Flemming. Born and raised in Newfoundland (where she attended elementary and junior high with my cousins), Sandi Continue reading Sandi Carew Flemming…August’s #KIAWorkingMom→

Posted in KIA Working Mom, My friends are AWESOME

I bought a brand new car! #KIAWorkingMom

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Colleen ODea

The last time I bought a new car I was 32. A solid fifteen years ago that on reflection, seems more like a lifetime. We’d only been in our newly built home a short time when Baby #2 arrived…and soon Continue reading I bought a brand new car! #KIAWorkingMom→

Posted in Being a Mom, I love these little people, KIA Working Mom, Movin' on..., Raising Teens

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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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