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Category Archives: Living the Dream

I went on strike and bailed on my family!

Posted on November 26, 2018 by Colleen ODea

Growing up, I’d often hear my mom proclaim that she was going on strike. I didn’t get it at the time. As a stay-at-home-mom, she drove us around, cooked supper, cleaned the house and had time for herself…so what could Continue reading I went on strike and bailed on my family!→

Posted in Living the Dream

The man Behind the Curtains

Posted on November 17, 2018 by Colleen ODea

Not many of you know this…but behind the curtains, there’s a dude who’s editing content, brainstorming ideas, watching Pinterest stats, keeping up with Google Analytics and forever offering advice on marketing and business. The man…my dad. At 14, Dad hired Continue reading The man Behind the Curtains→

Posted in Family, Living the Dream

Seeking out WOW moments!

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Colleen ODea

I had an unrealistic expectation of what these antidepressants were going to do for me. Basically, I thought they would make me happy. But no…the meds have lifted the fog, taken away the panic and allowed me to feel more Continue reading Seeking out WOW moments!→

Posted in Living Creatively, Living the Dream

How to tell if you have a cold or the flu PLUS a Giveaway from Shoppers Drug Mart

Posted on November 7, 2018 by Colleen ODea

I woke up this week with a cold. A rotten, miserable, no-good, ridiculous cold that I have absolutely NO TIME FOR!!!  But, I’m thankful it’s not the flu.  What’s the difference between a Cold and the Flu? Well, for starters, Continue reading How to tell if you have a cold or the flu PLUS a Giveaway from Shoppers Drug Mart→

Posted in Living the Dream

Take a mental break with friends… a visit to Bent Ridge Winery & Brewery

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Colleen ODea

One of the best things about working from home, is having the ability to call my own shots. My schedule is built around everything that needs to get done for my clients and family and while that can sometimes be Continue reading Take a mental break with friends… a visit to Bent Ridge Winery & Brewery→

Posted in Living the Dream

You still there? Thanks for waiting…

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Colleen ODea

I feel better now. Mostly. Emotionally and mentally, I feel a lot less broken. With the exception of the odd moment, my brain seems to be working the way it’s supposed to be working which is a whole lot more Continue reading You still there? Thanks for waiting…→

Posted in Living the Dream

Embracing another September…

Posted on September 1, 2018 by Colleen ODea

For the last several years, the closing of summer and arrival of September has brought much change to my life. While I often look forward to “sweater & boot” weather and setting goals for the “new year” as I settle Continue reading Embracing another September…→

Posted in Back to School, Living the Dream

Still on the road to recovery and discovery…

Posted on August 24, 2018 by Colleen ODea

With the exception of a few posts…I’ve basically taken the summer off from blogging…mostly because of my health, but also because I’ve felt my words weren’t important anymore. I wasn’t sure why I was writing…who I was writing for…and whether or Continue reading Still on the road to recovery and discovery…→

Posted in Living the Dream

Someone recorded me watching porn!!!

Posted on July 26, 2018 by Colleen ODea

I received an email from a Nigerian Prince (though in this case, I use the term quite lightly), claiming that he’s hacked my computer, installed software to watch me through my computer’s camera, and somehow, managed to catch me watching Continue reading Someone recorded me watching porn!!!→

Posted in Living the Dream

On top of everything else…I might have INSOMNIA!

Posted on July 22, 2018 by Colleen ODea
Insomnia

Help!!!! Like…seriously…I need your help! This morning, I watched the sun come up. NOPE…I wasn’t at an amazing party with the most remarkable group of friends having so much fun that we completely lost track of time and next thing Continue reading On top of everything else…I might have INSOMNIA!→

Posted in Living the Dream

Downtown Halifax Patios – 5 Hidden Gems!

Posted on July 18, 2018 by Colleen ODea

Disclaimer: This is a #sponsored post. I’m compensated for my work with the Downtown Halifax Business Commission. All opinions, as always, are my own. How glorious is it that my children are old enough to take to dinner! The simple Continue reading Downtown Halifax Patios – 5 Hidden Gems!→

Posted in Bars and Gee-tars, I <3 Local, Living the Dream, Places to Visit

Feeling happy…

Posted on July 3, 2018 by Colleen ODea

“You’re absolutely beautiful…how do you feel” her Aunt Carol Anne asked as she hugged her at the Public Gardens…there among the grandeur of tulle and tuxedos as one graduate after the next posed for photos with their adoring fans. “Happy,” Continue reading Feeling happy…→

Posted in Living the Dream

I’m here…just taking a little breather…

Posted on June 20, 2018 by Colleen ODea

I ran out of tools in my toolbox. You know…the ones that help me calm my busy mind. In my twenties, I suffered with panic attacks and when I was up to multiple attacks per day, I sought help. Valium Continue reading I’m here…just taking a little breather…→

Posted in Living the Dream

This is 50…

Posted on May 31, 2018 by Colleen ODea

I’d no more had the facebook invite sent out for my 50th birthday…that I began to think “crap, what have I done?” I’m all for a celebration but I’ve had a lot on my plate…and as time got closer, it Continue reading This is 50…→

Posted in Living the Dream

What would Mother’s Day be without Flowers!!

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Colleen ODea

With Mother’s Day upon us, myself and two blogger friends…Heather from Heather’s Handmade Life (who was writing an article for the Chronicle Herald) and Laura from My Life in the Sun…headed out for a visit to Forest Glen Greenhouses in Brookfield, Continue reading What would Mother’s Day be without Flowers!!→

Posted in Living the Dream

It’s possible I have a favourite child…

Posted on May 2, 2018 by Colleen ODea

It’s possible I have a favourite child. If I look at it realistically, then I don’t. But with so much going on this past weekend, I did reach a point that I had to pick ONE kid to pay attention Continue reading It’s possible I have a favourite child…→

Posted in Being a Mom, Living the Dream

#Menopause … As if I needed more change in my life!

Posted on April 21, 2018 by Colleen ODea

A few weeks ago, I used the hashtag #menopause on an Instagram post and much to my surprise, I realized it hadn’t been used all that many times before. I spend hours each week curating content for social media and Continue reading #Menopause … As if I needed more change in my life!→

Posted in Living the Dream

Humboldt Broncos #HockeyMom

Posted on April 11, 2018 by Colleen ODea

From the moment I heard of the bus crash, I’ve obsessively read everything I can about the Humboldt Broncos as if feeling everything I can feel and knowing everything I can know will somehow make a difference. It’s not helping. Continue reading Humboldt Broncos #HockeyMom→

Posted in One Plays Hockey

Fifty Swimmingos

Posted on April 4, 2018 by Colleen ODea

The other day I sent out invitations to my upcoming 50th Birthday Celebration that I’ve jokingly referred to as the “Queen’s Golden Jubilee”…and now I’m left thinking…fifty? Fifty??! FIFTY!!! Like…honest to goodness…when did THAT happen? I’m too young to be Continue reading Fifty Swimmingos→

Posted in Living the Dream

Let’s pretend that week never happened…

Posted on March 25, 2018 by Colleen ODea

OK! So…let’s just pretend that week never happened! Last Sunday, I arrived home from Florida completely relaxed and revitalized…excited to get back to work and dive into a few new and exciting projects I have on the go. I spent Continue reading Let’s pretend that week never happened…→

Posted in Living the Dream

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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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