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She&hedecember

They got their Christmas cards out this month with way too much fanfare.

She realized early in the month that newly-married couples are quick to get cute holiday cards mailed out.

And they like to share wedding photos on them.

But alas, she had already decided their cards would be neither early nor with photos.

He started seeing all the photo-ed cards they were recieving and was all about including a picture in their card.

Unfortunately, he made his opinions known after she had already signed, sealed, addressed and stamped the cards.

She thought about it, and he was right.

So she ordered 50 honeymoon photos, re-opened envelopes and redid the whole event.

Next year, she is asking him in October if he has ideas for their holiday cards.

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And in all seriousness, Merry Christmas from the Cripe's! Paul managed to get today and tomorrow off so we are laying low and then heading up to Sacramento to see our families tomorrow evening. Christmas Eve is my favorite day of the whole season and I'm glad we'll get to spend it with everyone we love. We're looking forward to a few days away … I'm not even bringing my computer in my suitcase. I hope you have a wonderful & warm weekend, whatever you celebrate. Look for a special post on Sunday and then lots of jam-packed posts next week. We've got a brand new year to usher in and I've got about 20 resolutions to make.

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24 responses to “she & he in december.”

  1. elizah09 Avatar
    elizah09

    Merry Christmas, Elise! So glad I found your blog this year, I look forward to your posts every day. Your minibook WS was great & I enjoyed seeing all your projects. Hope your family has a wonderful holiday!

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  2. Sherried Avatar
    Sherried

    Elise! Merry Christmas. I have enjoyed reading your blog and look forward to all the surprises ahead. Have a great time with your family.

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  3. desiree Avatar

    Merry Christmas!!!

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  4. *Dream Weaver* Avatar

    Have a blessed and happy Christmas Elise and have a happy and awesome new year! God bless 🙂

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  5. Lana Avatar
    Lana

    Merry Christmas Elise! 😉

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  6. Lisa Fine Avatar

    Adorable cards, Elise. Wishing you a very happy Christmas. Looking forward to seeing what else you have in store for the new year.

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  7. Ryan Ann Avatar
    Ryan Ann

    safe travels to Sactown … wish I was headed there myself!

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  8. Michelle Avatar

    Hope the story of your first holiday card as a married couple makes it into the family Christmas book…its one you’ll enjoy laughing about for years to come!
    I have SO enjoyed reading your blog over the last year. Can’t wait to see what’s in-store for 2011.
    Merry Christmas!!

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  9. Suzan Tiemroth-Zavala Avatar
    Suzan Tiemroth-Zavala

    Merry Christmas!! Loved your online workshop this year. Hope for more in 2011. Peace.

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  10. Giuseppina Lubrano Avatar

    merry merry christmas! hope you guys enjoy your time away 🙂

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  11. Chris Avatar

    I had to laugh reading your post today as my husband has never been part of the Christmas card fanfare and so hearing of a husband who was totally into it…Loved it. Thanks for sharing that story and making sure that it’s documented somewhere.
    Have a Merry Christmas!

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  12. elise blaha Avatar

    Pauls never been into it either which is why I went ahead and did them myself the first time!

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  13. royela Avatar

    i’m glad paul convinced you to add a wedding photo. the card is great but your pictures were so joyful, too. what better way to share your holiday greeting?
    merry christmas!

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  14. Dani Avatar

    We just sent out our Christmas cards too, photos and all! I changed mine a bit too with my love’s input.

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  15. breanne Avatar
    breanne

    merry christmas elise and paul!

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  16. Chelseabird Avatar

    Merry Christmas Elise and Paul! <33

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  17. Daphnalula Avatar

    Merry Christmas, and happy holiday!
    May your 2011 be at least as good as 2010 🙂

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  18. Sarah Avatar

    Merry Christmas, Elise! I almost did not include a photo with our cards, then realized since we had wedding photos…we probably should! I just glued mine to the back of the cards I had already printed. 🙂 Love your design, the colors are the best!

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  19. Alice Avatar

    What is the font you used on your christmas card ?

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  20. Maggie Avatar
    Maggie

    Totally random, but what is your nail polish? I’m pale and struggle to find the perfect red!

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  21. elise blaha Avatar

    its by essie and called A-LIST. Its definitely my go to red.

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  22. Maggie Avatar
    Maggie

    totally ordering it! thanks so much.

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