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Is it a bird? Is it a plane?
About ten years ago, I met a man whom I considered being a fantastic photographer. My curiosity peaked, and I wanted to learn more about...
Colleen Green
May 21, 20202 min read


INFOMERCIALS ARE ADDICTIVE
Like so many people these days, purchasing online is becoming the new normal. I must share my latest experience, which will make me think...
Colleen Green
May 14, 20202 min read


I WONDER WHERE THAT CAME FROM?
Sitting sequestered in my house gave me an opportunity to reflect on some traditions from back in the day. Last time I was in England, I...
Colleen Green
May 7, 20203 min read


I see you peeking
Google recently published a pretty clear declaration of how committed it is to privacy in the home. “Your home is a special place. It’s...
Colleen Green
Apr 30, 20202 min read
Granny’s Kitchen Secrets
During recent cleaning and purging, something we are all doing a lot of, I came across a document in a book which has probably been...
Colleen Green
Apr 23, 20202 min read


Bill Lishman: Father Goose
To accomplish one or two great things in life is a goal we all strive for, but what about a man who has achieved success in many...
Colleen Green
Apr 16, 20205 min read


So now what do I do?
Like most of us, I am also sequestered to the confines of my house, with lists of things to do, which will take at least a couple of...
Colleen Green
Apr 16, 20202 min read


Hunkering Down
First, let me thank all those that asked me about my diet, mentioned in last week’s article. The app, MyNetDiary, worked well for me and...
Colleen Green
Apr 2, 20202 min read


THE POUNDS ARE FALLING
With all this time spent sitting in my house, I thought it would be a great time to try and shed 5 or 6 pounds. Fortunately I have never...
Colleen Green
Mar 25, 20203 min read
FROM HOLLYWOOD TO BROADWAY TO… UXBRIDGE?
I have put interviewing people on hold for a few weeks, while we work through this difficult time. Consequently, I have dug into my vault...
Colleen Green
Mar 25, 20203 min read


Another one, really? How exciting!
You may be aware we are halfway through the first season of my Television talk show, and I must admit, it’s fun and well received. The...
Colleen Green
Mar 19, 20202 min read
My encounter with Adam and Eve
Have you ever had an opportunity to just sit back and think about some of the more embarrassing moments of your life? I don’t often do...
Colleen Green
Mar 13, 20202 min read


You’ve Got To Be Kidding!
It’s not a cigar, it’s not a beer, it’s…..I thought it was time I weighed in on the recent Corona Virus, or Covid-19, as it is now...
Colleen Green
Feb 20, 20203 min read


TED BARRIS – HE DOES IT ALL
What do you call an author, a broadcaster, a columnist, a master of ceremonies, a professor and a journalist? If you answered Ted Barris,...
Colleen Green
Feb 20, 20203 min read


You’ve got to be kidding! The eyes have it
A few weeks ago I wrote an article about my preparation prior to cataract surgery. I am pleased to say that both my eyes are new and the...
Colleen Green
Feb 13, 20202 min read


You’ve got to be Kidding
READ ALL ABOUT IT! I don’t know about you, but every week, around Wednesday or Thursday, I get excited to pick up my copy of our local...
Colleen Green
Feb 7, 20202 min read


The long and winding road
It has been nearly eight years since I started this column and decided to revisit the very first article, which I aptly called ‘Surfing...
Colleen Green
Jan 23, 20202 min read


Put your John Henry on this!
The political role of Chairperson for the Region of Durham is a very demanding and challenging position. It is also one that has seen the...
Colleen Green
Jan 23, 20204 min read
Tear Up Your Credit Cards
Well, there you have it, another year is behind us and a brand new slate lies ahead. I thought about New Year’s resolutions, but have not...
Colleen Green
Jan 9, 20202 min read
Santa’s Secrets
Very few people get to spend quality time with Santa Claus, especially in a one-on-one situation, but last week I was so excited to...
Colleen Green
Dec 20, 20192 min read
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