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Bon Voyage Chicago!

By Courtney 18 Comments

Today marked the end of my HLS weekend in Chicago. Boy does time flyyyy when you’re having fun!

The morning got started with a fun run. Nienke and I decided to start our run a little earlier than the rest of the group, to try to avoid the blazing heat & humidity that we encountered earlier this weekend. It was a solid effort, but it really didn’t make much difference. We have no idea how far we went, but we’re guessing maybe between 3-4 miles, with some stops to chat with fellow “summiters” in between.

Sweaty Ladies!

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“WE LOVE CHICAGO!!”

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A sweaty run required a cool beverage to refuel…apparently in monstrous proportions. Woops, I guess next time I’ll order the medium! Probably had about 2/3 of this bad boy before calling it quits.

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After grabbing my caffeine fuel monster, we headed over to the Bon Voyage Breakfast sponsored by Thomas’ Bagel Thins. The concept was so fun: pick from a bunch of sweet & savory toppings to create your own cream cheese spread.

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Can you guess whether I went sweet or savory?

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C’mon, was there really any question? ;) Starting with a low-fat cream cheese base, I went with a combo of honey, brown sugar, raisins, almonds, & a pinch of salt. Paired together with a cinnamon raisin Bagel Thin, it was oh.so.good.

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Along with more fresh berries. YUM!

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Eventually, it was time to part ways, and make my trek back home. I got to the airport with plenty of time to spare before my flight, so I grabbed some lunch and got settled in. A mixed veggie salad + a $3.79 (!!!) coconut water. :shock: OOOOF.

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Today’s Airport Breakdown:

  • Arrived at airport @ 12:00.
  • Ate lunch.
  • Flight was scheduled for 2:55 – got bumped, due to my standby status…at least my luggage made its way out. Travel Fail #1
  • Another mini meltdown…
  • Pity party ensued…
  • Ran to Ben & Jerry’s for a big ‘ol cup of Oatmeal Cookie Chunk ice cream. It made me feel better, I don’t care what anyone says.
  • Flight attempt #2 @ 4:30 – flight BOOKED. Courtney 0, Standby 2
  • Bought Wi-Fi to keep me busy, while I wait to attempt flight #3 @ 8:35…

<– ME

Please keep your fingers crossed for me! I think I’m stuck in a really bad movie this weekend…what do ya think? :roll:

On a positive note, at least I got all caught up on blog posts from this weekend!

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August 15, 2010 Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: create your own cream cheese, HLS, thomas' bagel thins, travel woes

About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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Comments

  1. Megan says

    August 15, 2010 at 8:17 pm

    Flying standby is SO frustrating! I just had an awful experience with it last weekend! Good luck :)
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  2. Shanna, like Banana says

    August 15, 2010 at 10:04 pm

    Aww man...traveling has not been kind to you this weekend. But Chicago seemed more than a little FAB! And so happy you tried Indian food. It's awesome!
    Reply
  3. Katie H. says

    August 15, 2010 at 10:36 pm

    Aw, I hope your travel woes got straightened out!
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  4. Amy @ Second City Randomness says

    August 15, 2010 at 11:22 pm

    Sorry about the travel issues! I think you may need a break from airports for awhile... ;) I went for the sweeter cream cheese spread, too! Couldn't pass up the honey... just couldn't do it!
    Reply
  5. Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says

    August 16, 2010 at 8:34 am

    Ah I LOVED meeting you this weekend!! You are just as friendly, fun and gorgeous in person as you are on your blog...keep shining love :) Hope you finally made it home safely!! xoxo
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      August 16, 2010 at 2:33 pm

      Awww thank you Gabriela! The same goes for you too!! :-D
      Reply
  6. Jaclyn says

    August 16, 2010 at 8:45 am

    I would be going crazy - safe travels!
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  7. Paige @ Running Around Normal says

    August 16, 2010 at 9:21 am

    Oh no!! I hope this story ends better than it started. It CAN'T be worse than the way there - it can't! Either way, it was lovely meeting you this weekend, Courtney!! Had so much fun with you at dinner Saturday :)
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      August 16, 2010 at 2:32 pm

      Yes! It was such a pleasure meeting you...hopefully again soon!
      Reply
  8. Dorry says

    August 16, 2010 at 11:44 am

    Sorry about your hours and hours at the airport! No fun...but on a lighter note, I'm so glad I got to meet you this weekend!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      August 16, 2010 at 2:31 pm

      Yes Yes, so excited to have met you too!!!
      Reply
  9. Megan (Braise The Roof) says

    August 16, 2010 at 11:49 am

    Jeez, you had the worst travel weekend! I promise it's not always that hard to get to/from Chicago. ;) You'll have to come back to visit again and I'll prove it! It was so great meeting you this weekend!
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  10. Meghann says

    August 16, 2010 at 1:38 pm

    ahhh!! I can't believe your travel nightmares :( I was on a returning Southwest flight that a few of the stand by people got bumped from to, big bummer. :( Well besides the travel nightmares I hope you had fun at HLS! it was great meeting you and getting to know what a sweet and wonderful person you truly are!
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    • Courtney says

      August 16, 2010 at 2:31 pm

      Haha, thanks Meghann! I definitely had a blast at HLS. You girls did a great job of organizing everything. :)
      Reply
  11. Nienke at Revel says

    August 17, 2010 at 9:30 am

    Sweaty ladies indeed! Thanks for talking walking breaks with me!! And I didn't even hurt too much the next day :) That sucks about your journey home! Sounds like you made the best of it with some ice cream and internet. It was amazing spending the weekend with you :)
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