enJOY it

an archived personal and craft blog from Elise Blaha Cripe.

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wearing a new short haircut. New decade, new hair style.

enjoying MAKE&GIVE30 so much and the projects that are coming from it so far. (follow me on instagram for so many peeks at #makeandgive30)

appreciating your kind comments this week!

reading One Plus One.

eating this salad every other night. It's tough to rave about a salad this one is so. good. Try it and see if you agree.

watching Parenthood while weaving.

fangirling over the Parks & Rec finale. Finales are tough. I thought they did it well. April's zombie make-up was my favorite scene x100.

dropping off another roll of film.

waiting not so patiently for Get To Work Book™ samples! An update on this adventure coming soon.

planting veggies in our garden to take advantage of the rainstorms we are supposed to get. I realize that much of the country is experiencing a very harsh winter. I'm thinking all the warm, safe thoughts and hoping a beautiful spring comes soon for you.

thinking I have finally found the hat to rule all hats.

loving this 20 month toddler stage. Ellerie is learning all the words and making me laugh all the time. She's picked up a "fake chuckle" that always turns into a real giggle for both of us.

doing my best to imprint these moments onto my brain.

cutting way, way back on my email time and feeling more like a person and less like a robot #winwin.

looking so forward to a weekend in Vegas with Paul and some friends and then a full week at home for family. When Paul requested the first week of March off last summer it felt years away. And now we're here! Good foresight, Paul.

announcing the random winner of the hand-bound book at the bottom of the original post. Thanks for your comments!

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28 responses to “february : currently.”

  1. Christina G. Avatar
    Christina G.

    I LOVED ‘One Plus One’ I think it was my favorite book last year. I just thought the characters were charming and real and lovely.
    Parenthood is the best! Love Parks and Rec, so sad it’s over….did you see the cast on Seth Meyers? If not, you must watch the end where they’re singing ‘Bye Bye Lil’ Sebastian’ you may have to cover your eyes though, just a warning….
    Oh and LOVE your hair – very bad ass, (in a cool mom sort of way : )

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  2. Carly Friesen Avatar

    Ah, the Parks finale was soo lovely. It sounds strange, but Leslie Knope has inspired me in a very real way… loved her sassy, positive, “do what’s right”, self. 🙂

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  3. Jeni Avatar
    Jeni

    Love the hair! If we ever get to summer I might get brave and go short!

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  4. Traci Avatar

    Your new haircut really suits you! I love it. And am jealous of the sunshine you are soaking in.

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  5. Allison Avatar
    Allison

    I also loved The Girl You Left Behind…another Moyes…I’d recommend it!

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  6. kelly from snowy boston Avatar
    kelly from snowy boston

    That hair!!!! Love love love it!! Looks so classy and fun at the same time.
    I need to come to southern california. all that sunshine!!! I’m buried in so. MUCH. SNOW!
    Have a great wkend!

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  7. lisa valinsky Avatar

    I love your haircut! It looks great.
    So glad to hear you’ll have so much time together soon too. Thumbs up emoji!

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  8. Kerrie Avatar

    I love your haircut. I went uber short 2 years ago. Like the back had to be razored. It’s well past my shoulders again. Maybe when it stops snowing here in Denver I’ll go short again. Also… Super jealous that you are planting seeds! I’m looking into getting grow lights set up in the house to get a head start since the grow season is so short here.

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  9. Anna Avatar

    Your hair looks fantastic! I cut mine short last summer and loved it so much- I need to bring it back. And yes, totally jealous that you’re planting veggies already. I always enjoy hibernating for a couple months every winter, but I’m starting to hit the point where enough is enough. I’m ready for spring!

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  10. Ashley Avatar
    Ashley

    If you haven’t already, you must watch the cast of Parks & Rec on Late Night with Seth Meyers. It’s better than I could have hoped for

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  11. Brianna Avatar
    Brianna

    Cute haircut!

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  12. Karli Jo Avatar
    Karli Jo

    You’re hair looks awesome! You always pull off the shorter styles 🙂 If I ever decide to grow out my pixie I will probably keep it short still, similar to yours.

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  13. Marlen Avatar
    Marlen

    Elise, i love your haircut! Looks so fresh! Like you want to shout out: “Spring, here i come”
    All the best from Germany!

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  14. Laura Hager Avatar

    Ellerie’s fake chuckle is so cute! Love that video on Instagram. Your new haircut looks great!

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  15. Natanya Avatar

    Loving your new locks! Great cut. Sounds like wonderful state of things 🙂

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  16. Leigh Avatar
    Leigh

    Super love your hair and I’m going to try the salad this weekend. Yummo!

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  17. Kristina Avatar

    Your hair looks SO good. I must have missed this on Instagram (I am assuming this is on Instagram) – I LOVE it.
    Something about the cashew + chickpea combo in your kale & quinoa is just so right. I am always excited to eat this salad too! (thumbs up emoji for getting excited about salads)
    Do you cry at least once during each episode of Parenthood? Or is that just me…

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  18. dawn Avatar
    dawn

    I love your hair!! Seeing Ellerie growing up is so fun, every age bring a new excitement for both baby and parent. Happy Weekend with hubby and family time next week. We like planning our breaks ahead of time too, relax and shake it out.
    Saw your post below on IG and LOVE LOVE this photo idea!!!

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  19. Casie Avatar
    Casie

    Love love love your haircut!!!!!

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  20. Jenny K Avatar
    Jenny K

    Love your new haircut!! Hope you have a fabulous time together while Paul is on vacation 🙂

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  21. Kelsey Avatar

    Your hair is just adorable! The perfect way to start a new decade!

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  22. Mandie Avatar

    SUper cute cut! I got my hair chopped last month & it took me a couple days, but I love it now!! Great February, it sounds like. 🙂

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  23. Alice Avatar

    Love the new haircut !!!

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  24. Jenna Avatar

    Ooh I’m so looking forward to seeing your next roll of film! Such a great project.

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  25. sheetal Avatar
    sheetal

    love the new hair do!!!

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  26. Kelsey Avatar

    gah! you’re totally rockin’ the new hair. i keep flip-flopping between keeping my long hair or going back to my “posh spice” bob…why is hair such a tough decision?!

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  27. Leigh-Ann Avatar

    i really love this photo of you 🙂

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  28. Joelle Avatar
    Joelle

    I can hardly stand the wait for Get To Work. So many of the planner co’s that I follow are announcing new products at the end of April. So hoping you best them!!!! 🙂

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