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August 12, 2010

Chicago or Bust!

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Hello friends!

I am still alive ๐Ÿ™‚ Just crazed between packing up for the big move to NC (we roll out of DC on Tuesday!!), saying goodbye to friends, prepping to start school again, and working on my panel (and packing!) for this weekendโ€™s trip to the Healthy Living Summit in Chicago!

I leave tomorrow morning and will be back in DC on Sunday night. I canโ€™t wait to see all my blogger friends (and to meet some new ones!) ๐Ÿ™‚

Iโ€™m moderating a panel session on Saturday at the Healthy Living Summit entitled: โ€œThe Ups and Downs of Pressing Publish: Getting Real About the Blogging Community.โ€

During the session, my awesome panelists Andrea, Heather, Julie, Sana and I will be sharing our experiences and guiding discussion on issues in blogging. Audience participation will be very encouraged and we hope to see you there! ๐Ÿ™‚

Our session will be from 1:40 โ€” 2:25 on Saturday. If you canโ€™t attend, have no fear โ€” it will be recorded!

Iโ€™m also excited to play in Chicago! Iโ€™ve been to Chicago twice, but never in the summer.

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Any recommendations for fun things to do or places to eat in Chicago?

Time to get back to packing! Iโ€™ll be โ€œlive bloggingโ€ all weekend, so be sure to check back ๐Ÿ™‚ Also, please follow me on Twitter if you arenโ€™t already!

Catch you guys tomorrow from the Windy City!

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p.s. My best friend from high schoolโ€™s little sister, Gretchen, has just started a blog to document her weight loss journey. We are so proud of her for deciding to make a change and I would love if you guys would go check out her new blog to give her some love, tips, and motivation! ๐Ÿ™‚

- anne
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  • Ali (food, fitness, fashion)
    August 12, 2010 ยท 12:15PM:
    I am excited to play in Chicago as well, with you of course! See you tomorrow!
    Reply
  • Jen (Running With Cake)
    August 12, 2010 ยท 12:16PM:
    See you in Chi-town Anne! Safe travels :-)
    Reply
  • Heather (Heather's Dish)
    August 12, 2010 ยท 12:23PM:
    girl, you have one crazy schedule over the next week! can't wait to read about your time at the HLS :)
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  • Beth @ Beth's Journey to Thin
    August 12, 2010 ยท 12:25PM:
    See you tomorrow! My first time ever in Chicago!!
    Reply
  • Evan Thomas
    August 12, 2010 ยท 12:25PM:
    I will definitely be at your presentation; sounds excellent :-)
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  • mindy @ just a one girl revolution.
    August 12, 2010 ยท 12:40PM:
    You must get some popcorn from Garrett's! (http://www.garrettpopcorn.com/) It's completely indulgent but completely amazing! The caramel/cheese mix is my favorite. I definitely plan on making a stop while I'm in the city this weekend!
    Reply
  • Charlotte Marie
    August 12, 2010 ยท 12:45PM:
    I just went to Chicago last weekend! We ate at Hub 51 h(ttp://www.hub51chicago.com/) and RockIt Bar & Grill (http://www.rockitbarandgrill.com/) - both have great food! Also went to some fun bars (Slugger's was my fav) in Wrigleyville if you can get over to a Cubs game. I hope you have so much fun!
    Reply
  • Sarah @ Sarah's Shaping Up
    August 12, 2010 ยท 12:45PM:
    Have fun in Chicago! Can't wait to see the recaps! :)
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  • Matt
    August 12, 2010 ยท 12:53PM:
    Have fun at the HLS! I wish I could be there!
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  • Rach August 12, 2010 ยท 1:02PM:
    Have fun here in Chicago this weekend. Hope you packed for hot and humid weather cause that's what we're having right now :)
    Reply
  • Dawn
    August 12, 2010 ยท 1:09PM:
    I hope you have an uneventful trip to Chicago! I'll be there this weekend as well, and I'm looking forward to meeting you!
    Reply
  • Kris S August 12, 2010 ยท 1:13PM:
    Have fun!! I am jealous I really like Chicago too :)
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  • Megan (Braise the Roof)
    August 12, 2010 ยท 1:14PM:
    Woo hoo! See you tomorrow! Chicago is SO much more fun during the summer (I'm allowed to say that- I'm a native Chicagoan ;) )- it's gonna be awesome!
    Reply
  • Chicago Cuisine Critique August 12, 2010 ยท 2:06PM:
    Chicago is a pretty awesome place to be in the summer! Check out my website for some possible restaurant ideas! :)
    Reply
  • Rebekah August 12, 2010 ยท 2:09PM:
    Definitely hit up Fox and Obel Food Market. I was in Chicago a year ago for a conference and I think I ate there almost every day! The market is amazing, but the cafe is insane! The sandwiches, soups, salads, all fresh, amazing food. You have to try it! http://www.fox-obel.com/ 401 E. Illinois Chicago, IL 60611
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  • Gretchen
    August 12, 2010 ยท 2:11PM:
    Anne, you're so sweet to mention my blog! Everyone is being SO supportive -- you have the best followers!! Thanks again, and also thanks for all the sweet, crazy healthy recipes I'm about to bust out thanks to you :) (And since Ben mooches all of his food off of what I cook, he has no idea what he's in for... it's a Powell Family Health Revolution!)
    Reply
  • Sana
    August 12, 2010 ยท 2:22PM:
    My goodness you have so much going on! I did not realize you were moving so soon!!
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  • Tracey @ I'm Not Superhuman
    August 12, 2010 ยท 3:16PM:
    So glad the session will be recorded. I can't make it to Chicago so I'm definitely playing catch-up when the recording is up.
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  • Tracey
    August 12, 2010 ยท 3:16PM:
    One of my favorite places to eat and grab a drink is at The Gage. It is down the street from the conference hotel and the fries with curry sauce is A-mazing. I'm also going to attend your session on Saturday!
    Reply
  • Leslie August 12, 2010 ยท 3:17PM:
    Go to Rosebud on Rush for great Italian Food!
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  • Renie August 12, 2010 ยท 3:28PM:
    I'll be tracking you - Have fun. Have you heard anything regarding your final test last Friday?
    Reply
    • Anne P
      August 12, 2010 ยท 4:04PM:
      Unfortunately not :( Ughhh!!
      Reply
  • Andrea @ Run, Eat, Date, Sleep
    August 12, 2010 ยท 3:29PM:
    I feel so honored to be a part of your panel! I can't wait!
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  • Holly @ couchpotatoathlete
    August 12, 2010 ยท 4:57PM:
    Ooh I can't wait for the "live blogging" -- have a great time in Chicago!
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  • Maren (Simply Maren)
    August 12, 2010 ยท 5:04PM:
    I'm so envious you'll be playing around Chicago all weekend, it's my favorite "big city". Definitey ride the huge ferris wheel on the pier that takes 7 minutes to go around once!!! Something I always do when I'm there in summer.
    Reply
  • Rosey Rebecca
    August 12, 2010 ยท 5:22PM:
    Have fun!! Looking forward to your live blogging!
    Reply
  • Lea @ Healthy Coconut
    August 12, 2010 ยท 5:53PM:
    Good luck on your presentation. I love Chicago and hopefully be able to go visit again soon. Lots of good memories. I would recommend going to the top of John Hancock building, spectacular food. Also, there's a chocolate store called Ether's chocolate, delicious! If you feel like eating unhealthy, deep dish pizza is a must too.
    Reply
  • amanda
    August 12, 2010 ยท 6:14PM:
    I would recommend Gino's East for deep dish pizza. Or get a cookie sundae at Cubby Bear which is located right across frm Wigley's field. Have a great time!!
    Reply
  • Lisa (bakebikeblog)
    August 12, 2010 ยท 6:47PM:
    oooh have fun! Sounds like it is going to be an awesome weekend!!
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  • Laurie
    August 12, 2010 ยท 8:14PM:
    I've been obsessively reading about the Summit from Caitlin's post and all her info from last year. I'm jealous...next year baby! Have a blast. Your panel looks fascinating. Do you know if there will be a live stream like I read there was last year?
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    • Anne P
      August 12, 2010 ยท 10:34PM:
      Unfortunately I don't think there will be a live feed this year since the internet isn't as reliable :( BUT... everything will be taped and available later!
      Reply
  • Amber from Girl with the Red Hair
    August 12, 2010 ยท 11:42PM:
    Have a great weekend! I am vicariously following all the HLS peeps on Twitter!!
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  • DHP August 13, 2010 ยท 5:31AM:
    Look forward to reports from the Windy City in the summer! Should be beautiful. And well done to Gretchen. Pls keep us posted...
    Reply
  • S-D August 13, 2010 ยท 10:16PM:
    Definitely find an Argo Tea - plenty in the city. Awesome tea creations, my fave is the Sangria Tea or the Coconut Chai Tea - yum!!! Great snacks or lunches, too. A little disappointed you didn't go to Buckingham fountain... You still have time :) Enjoy the windy city
    Reply
  • Kathleen August 15, 2010 ยท 7:36AM:
    Just checked in here to find a recipe to use my spelt flour and saw this post. Congrats on the panel! You're a blogging superstar!!!
    Reply
  • angie August 16, 2010 ยท 10:41AM:
    Hope the move goes well! Have a great week!
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