Meet-a-Mom, Annie Holdren
What’s your favorite family activity in the Hinsdale, Western Springs, La Grange, Clarendon Hills Area ?
We love going to dinner, going to the movies but most of the time we love hosting, cooking and spending time with other families in the community.
How many children do you have and what are their age(s)?
I have 4 children; Preston 9, Vivian 7, Alexandra 5 and Grant 3
How long have you lived in the Hinsdale/WS/LaGrange/CH Area? What made you decide to live here?
6 years
Where’s your favorite place to eat and/or shop in the Hinsdale/WS/LaGrange/CH Area?
Eat: Davanti Enoteca, Nabuki, Harry and Eddie’s
Shop: Evereve, Lepa Boutique, Vintage Charm
What’s one thing people would be surprised to know about you?
I hate to exercise
Anyone special you’d like to thank for helping you through parenthood?
My husband, my sisters and mom, and all of my supportive “mom friends” in the community.
Are you involved in a business venture, a local organization, a creative endeavor, or in the corporate world? Please share!
100 Women that Give a Damn (Local organization that raises awareness for Chicagoland charities in need)
I run an Instagram Blog that incorporates family, motherhood, fashion and home. (Instagram: @manolosandminivans)
I write an article for Forest Hills Magazine
I do social media consulting
How has this community been instrumental in getting you to where you are now?
I am empowered by the fun, intelligent, hard working, driven and smart women in this community! I feel like everyone has such special unique qualities and talents to bring to the community.
Beautiful Photos by:Robin Subar Photography @robinsubarphotography