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Dorothée Rosen…a Gem of a Goldsmith!

Posted on August 13, 2021 by Colleen ODea

About this Post: Dorothée Rosen is a Halifax goldsmith who’s an absolute GEM of a human being! In this post, I chat about the ring I had made from a gem I’ve been hanging on to for many years. Read Continue reading Dorothée Rosen…a Gem of a Goldsmith!→

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5 Things that Help when Chasing Your Dream

Posted on July 7, 2021 by Colleen ODea

About this post: Is there a dream that’s nagging at you? Do you wonder how to make it a reality? After watching my daughter reach for the stars…here’s the advice I can offer. #LivingCreatively #LivingtheDream #ChaseYourDreams Continue reading 5 Things that Help when Chasing Your Dream→

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I got nothing…

Posted on April 21, 2021 by Colleen ODea

It’s the middle of April and this is my first blog post OF THE YEAR!!!  My goodness the world is upside down isn’t it?  I’ve been trying to figure out why I haven’t been writing and I think it comes Continue reading I got nothing…→

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How to Enjoy a Virtual Family Christmas

Posted on December 14, 2020 by Colleen ODea

It was sometime in October that my oldest daughter began preparing me with the idea that she wouldn’t be home for the holidays. I wanted no part of the conversation. After all, I’ve had 29 Christmasses with my girl…29 years Continue reading How to Enjoy a Virtual Family Christmas→

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Wednesday Wish List (Week 8)

Posted on December 9, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this Post: For ten Wednesdays leading up to the holidays, I’ll share with you some of my favourite things in these “Wish List Wednesday” posts. Click on the links where you can purchase online, or visit their shops where Continue reading Wednesday Wish List (Week 8)→

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Wish List Wednesday (Week 7)

Posted on December 2, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this Post: For ten Wednesdays leading up to the holidays, I’ll share with you some of my favourite things in these “Wish List Wednesday” posts. Click on the links where you can purchase online, or visit their shops where Continue reading Wish List Wednesday (Week 7)→

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We are Unbreakable…

Posted on November 26, 2020 by Colleen ODea

A few weeks ago, I received a message from a friend, asking if I could contribute to a book she was writing about RESILIENT women in Nova Scotia…stories about 2020…and how we’ve all pushed through a difficult year. After a Continue reading We are Unbreakable…→

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Wish List Wednesday (Week 6)

Posted on November 25, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this Post: For ten Wednesdays leading up to the holidays, I’ll share with you some of my favourite things (ala Oprah Winfrey) in these “Wish List Wednesday” posts. Click on the links where you can purchase online, or visit Continue reading Wish List Wednesday (Week 6)→

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Wish List Wednesday (Week 5)

Posted on November 18, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this Post: For ten Wednesdays leading up to the holidays, I’ll share with you some of my favourite things (ala Oprah Winfrey) in these “Wish List Wednesday” posts. Click on the links where you can purchase online, or visit Continue reading Wish List Wednesday (Week 5)→

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Wish List Wednesday (Week 4)

Posted on November 4, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this Post: For ten Wednesdays leading up to the holidays, I’ll share with you some of my favourite things (ala Oprah Winfrey) in these “Wish List Wednesday” posts. Click on the links where you can purchase online, or visit Continue reading Wish List Wednesday (Week 4)→

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Wish List Wednesday (Week 3)

Posted on October 28, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this Post: For ten Wednesdays leading up to the holidays, I’ll share with you some of my favourite things (ala Oprah Winfrey) in these “Wish List Wednesday” posts. Click on the links where you can purchase online, or visit Continue reading Wish List Wednesday (Week 3)→

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You need to CHILL OUT!

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: How’s this “new normal” working for you? If you’re like me, there’s been a lot of overthinking and not enough relaxation so with that in mind, I’ve come up with a way to help you CHILL OUT! Continue reading You need to CHILL OUT!→

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Wish List Wednesday (Week 2)

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this Post: For ten Wednesdays leading up to the holidays, I’ll share with you some of my favourite things (a la Oprah Winfrey) in these “Wish List Wednesday” posts. Click on the links where you can purchase online, or Continue reading Wish List Wednesday (Week 2)→

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Wish List Wednesday (Week 1)

Posted on October 14, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this Post: For ten Wednesdays leading up to the holidays, I’ll share with you some of my favourite things (a la Oprah Winfrey) in these “Wish List Wednesday” posts. Click on the links where you can purchase online, or Continue reading Wish List Wednesday (Week 1)→

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Taking a team approach to my #WellnessJourney…

Posted on September 14, 2020 by Colleen ODea

About this post: I’ve hit a little snag in my #wellnessjourney! In this post, I give you all of the details of what’s going on with me, and how I believe my healthcare is best dealt with from a team Continue reading Taking a team approach to my #WellnessJourney…→

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Shake your palm palms…and help me celebrate!

Posted on September 9, 2020 by Colleen ODea

I have a BRAND NEW DESIGN in my Etsy shop for the “Things We Love About You” artwork! How did it come to be and where did I get my inspiration, you ask? Well…it comes down to the simple fact Continue reading Shake your palm palms…and help me celebrate!→

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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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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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