Sea and be Scene

Occupation: Geek then Nerd then Artist. I started as an IT Consultant, went on to be a University Professor and currently run my own business as a Graphic and Web Designer…who does a little (by that I mean a lot) of writing on the side.

Place of Birth: The amazingly beautiful St. John’s, NL

Currently Resides: When I was ten, my folks left the rock and we moved to Halifax, NS…I’ve lived here ever since.

Where’s your favourite place in Nova Scotia to grab a coffee?

I’m a tea drinker mostly! You can find me curled up on my couch every single morning to start my day with a cup or two …unless there’s a bottle of Bailey’s nearby in which case, nothing beats a coffee! As far as actual coffee shops…between running to the rink or the barn on a daily basis, I’m more of a drive thru girl!

Where’s your favourite place in Nova Scotia to grab a pint?

The Lower Deck on the Halifax Waterfront is my happy place. There’s just something about listening to Paul Lamb and Cory Tetford, sharing a pint with friends, having a few laughs with the great staff…sociables…it feels like home.

Where’s your favourite place to shop in Nova Scotia?

I’m a huge fan of the shops at the Hydrostone Market.

Where in Nova Scotia would we stand to see your favourite view?

There are a few places that immediately warm my heart: Cresting the hill as you head towards Malagash Beach, just as you see the Northumberland Strait in the distance…it brings me an immediate sense of peace. Beach Meadow’s Beach on a crisp Winter’s Day, my kids running on the water’s edge with the dog…watching their shadows on the hardened sand…there’s a great amount of happiness there. And that lone tree on the side of the highway near Stewiacke…I just don’t know what it is about that tree!

Name 3 things we’ve gotta do when we visit Nova Scotia:

1. Take in the Live Music.

2. Enjoy a feed of lobster.

3. Visit the Halifax Seaport Market and the Halifax Waterfront.

What makes Nova Scotia such a special place on earth for you?

There’s something about the salt air…being surrounded by ocean. I couldn’t imagine not living near the water and maybe that’s part of my Newfoundland roots. I love the people. The art. The amazing culture. The music. I love the feeling of belonging…of it being just big enough for me but not big enough that I get lost.

SABS On-Line Hook-Ups for Colleen O'Dea Anthony

Blog: www.curtainsareopen.com

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SABS Note of Noteworthiness

Colleen just released her first book, "Full Speed Ahead". It contains 80+ posts with updates from her award winning blog, Curtains are Open. Based on her life…being a single mom, raising three kids, working through a divorce, returning to school and enjoying the fun and adventure of “getting back out there.”

 

3 Comments »

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   Colleen is such a "Cool Lady", I am not surprised she is being featured. Love her blog:)

   Comment by Patty — January 4, 2014 @ 6:51 pm

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   Hi, Colleen. Enjoying all your stuff! Most recently, I believe you did an article on Christian. Would really love to have a copy of that. Please!

   Comment by Ann Huntley — October 14, 2016 @ 12:26 pm

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   Hello Ann:

   I'm glad you liked the piece on Christian. He is such a lovely boy and you've done an amazing job raising him!!!

   You can print off a copy straight from the website if you'd like.

   Comment by Colleen O'Dea — October 14, 2016 @ 4:36 pm

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