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an archived personal and craft blog from Elise Blaha Cripe.

yep.

Sept

At the beginning of June I was all about the upcoming summer. And for good reason. We had some really spectacular stuff planned for the past three months. We kicked it off with a trip to Palm Springs and ended in Santa Cruz for a wedding (more photos in the coming weeks). In between, I went to Salt Lake City, Portland and Austin for some work, but mostly for some play.

I really do love the summer months. I love the extra daylight hours. I love that shorts and a tee shirt make an outfit. I love freckled cheeks and sandal tans. I love popping out to the garden five times a day (until everything but the tomato plants die). But the heat. Man, the heat did a number on me this year. It's harder to handle the heat with a baby, right? It was a summer for the books, for sure. But it was also a hot one.

And so, despite a forecast of 90 degree days this week, I'm so happy we're at the start of September. It's going to be a great autumn, I can tell this for sure. I have a baby that's turning into a little girl. I have lists to cross off. I have a house to "complete." I have MAKE29 to work on. I have a bunch of fun DIY project posts planned. I have a new venture in the works that I really think is my career gamechanger.

It's going to be a good one. Let's dive deep.

But first, coffee.

ps. my sandals are Seychelles and I love them so much. I found the gold ones still for sale here.

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  1. Leah Avatar
    Leah

    Go Elise! Go Fall! Woo! 🙂

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  2. Helene Avatar
    Helene

    Happy September to you!
    I am so curious about this mysterious new venture 🙂

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  3. Courtney Avatar
    Courtney

    I love that in a way, September symbolizes a new year more than January! Must be reminiscent of schooldays. Excited for the DIY posts!

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  4. JC Avatar
    JC

    I’m there with you. This summer is a doozy, I am more than ready for some cool weather, and a slower pace of life.

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  5. Brianna Avatar
    Brianna

    This summer was definitely one for the books. I hope fall is better for me.

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  6. Christine K Avatar
    Christine K

    I look forward to your future plans. I received my plant stand and its awesome! We had a mild weather summer up here in the PNW. I hate to see the days getting longer. I loved being able to go for a run @ 8:30 in the evening.

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  7. JoyandPops Avatar
    JoyandPops

    Everyone’s so excited about September, I love it! X

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  8. Jess Avatar
    Jess

    Can’t wait to hear about your new venture!

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  9. Kelsey, Esp. Avatar
    Kelsey, Esp.

    I’m sure you remember from your time here the BEYOND humid summer days here in DC…
    We had it much easier temperature-wise this summer than in recent years. We totally bypassed spring and went straight into summer, and now that it’s turning to fall it’s actually feeling a bit like spring. Except with that gorgeous late afternoon golden light.
    I’m not looking forward to what comes after fall, but I’m looking pretty forward to the next few months.

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  10. AudreyV Avatar
    AudreyV

    Just have to tell you that I received my plant stand and it is awesome!

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  11. Dare Avatar
    Dare

    I am beyond ridiculously excited to learn about “The Gamechanger”. Your business and your processes are fascinating to me.

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  12. zaby Avatar
    zaby

    Bring on autumn

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  13. Johanna Avatar
    Johanna

    Oh man, Elise, I’ve said it before with MAKE29 and I’ll say it again this time around – sooo excited to hear what you’re planning for your business! Your excitement gives off such good vibes it can only be a great thing, and I’m looking forward to spread the word. All the best!

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    Jennifer @ Brave New Home

    Sounds like some awesome trips! Yes, summer with a baby makes it hotter. I don’t know how my little one loves being wrapped up next to me in her Moby in this heat but she does!

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    wwggeeddmddsqaqaaa

    ((( O people! Say “No God But Allah” To Obtain Salvation )))
    “Laa ilaaha illallah”
    …

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  16. Andrea Leda Wilborn Avatar
    Andrea Leda Wilborn

    I totally felt Fall hit me too! Even though we are also getting 90+ degree weather here, it’s just a feeling that a new season is on the horizon. Can’t wait to hear about your new venture.

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  17. Sarah Milligan Avatar
    Sarah Milligan

    I’m ready for fall too! It’s been a great summer but I’m antsy for the change. And fall is such a beautiful season.
    I’m totally intrigued about what you have up your sleeve next.

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    Laura

    I’m totally on the other side of this as its the third day of Spring here but your post was still so great to read. I can feel a change in the air and I’m so ready for some sunshine and for some things to grown in my garden. And yes, I want to dive deep! (Can’t wait to hear about your next venture!)

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  19. Patti Avatar
    Patti

    Thanks for the inspiration!

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  20. Casie Avatar
    Casie

    All these mentions of a new venture & big ideas! Can’t wait!

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  21. Danielle Conti Avatar
    Danielle Conti

    I know what you mean about the heat. Im in Phoenix and it was 108 yesterday!! Fall weather still feels so far away to me but I know its just around the corner….. sigh.

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