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an archived personal and craft blog from Elise Blaha Cripe.

around here.

January 5, 2016

around here I am still not exactly sure what my plan is for the blog. Right now, I plan to update on occasion when I have something to say or something to share. It's funny – I blogged near daily for almost ten years. And when I took a break? I didn't miss it. I love this space very much and I'd still like to write on occasion, but it's not my job anymore; it's a hobby again. I think that's a good thing.

around here I'm putting together puzzles! One of my goals for 2016 is to scroll less and puzzles are that perfect project to keep your hands busy while your mind rests. I was starting to lose my mind a few days ago and it turns out I need something else to bridge the gap between crazy work hours packing books and crazy mama hours. Puzzles are helping do that. 😉 This is a great one, if you're a fellow California fan.

around here my sweet Piper girl is TWO MONTHS OLD tomorrow. I would say "how did this happen?" But, of course, I know how. It happened slowly over the past 61 days and 61 nights. She's put in the work of growing and we've put in the work of raising. I feel like I've known her forever and yet, I can't wait to meet the new her tomorrow. They change so quickly at this (and let's be honest, every) age.

around here I am clearing out some MAKE29 products. Physical products are discounted on the site at least 40-80% as I make room in my office, brain and website for new plans. Be sure to check it out.

around here I am sharing my gratitude that you're checking in. It's been the most amazing 10 years – both on and off the blog. I have no idea what the next 10 years will bring but I look forward to finding out. Thank you for reading.

Posted in life

24 responses to “around here.”

Anna

January 5, 2016

That’s some serendipity- I idly clicked over to the blog to see if there was anything new (girl’s gotta procrastinate now and then), and turns out there is! Thanks for checking in and look forward to following along wherever blogging takes you. 🙂

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Amy

January 5, 2016

I have enjoyed reading your journey here. Thanks for sharing with us so much over the years. Best wishes to you as you fill your life with other endeavors!

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Kristen

January 5, 2016

Puzzles are the best. Santa got the kids a big box- we’re moving on to hundreds of pieces now, which is fun for us to all do together. Happy New Year!

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Krystal

January 5, 2016

i still check daily for new content, but love that i can still see you on other social networks!!! have loved being able to watch your family grown. take care and thanks for the suggestions. love puzzles… and kites 🙂

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Jessica @ Golden Brown and Delicious

January 5, 2016

It’s always great to hear from you, Elise. Posting daily is so intense, and I have no idea how you did it for so long. The occasional post to check in with you and your lovely family is all we need. Thank you for sharing!

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Irene

January 5, 2016

I need to say that I truly miss you and your posts. I wish you good luck in all your beginnings and can’t wait to see what will be next. Happy New Year!

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Marie

January 5, 2016

Aren’t puzzles great to relax? I’ve been working on a minions one that is very hard but also very rewarding. 5 minutes of puzzling and I’m completely relaxed. I’m happy to see you posting from time to time 🙂

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Caroline

January 6, 2016

I used to do puzzles with my dad! We both loved it, because it is such a mind relaxing activity!
xx Caroline
And by the way, there is a giveaway on my blog until Sunday:
https://carolinespassion.wordpress.com/2016/01/06/a-giveaway/

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stephanie

January 6, 2016

I have loved your occasional posts since you went on The Break. I have always loved the daily ones too, but I can tell that you have written these just for fun. And in the end that’s what counts, right?
Wishing you all the best and looking forward to the occasional update in my Bloglovin’ feed 🙂

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Pequena Gi

January 6, 2016

I’ve been following your blog for such a long time, but always quiet, a simple observer. But now, every time I see that there is something new I feel like saying: “Hey there, great to see you here.”
Thank you for showing up.

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Mel

January 6, 2016

Always glad to see you here. Like others I miss your daily posts but look forward to whatever stories/adventures you choose to share here in the future.
All the best for 2016.

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Sarah Alves

January 6, 2016

So happy to hear from you! I have resisted pestering you on social media to ask when you’ll be “back” or what the new “plan” is. I know that you’re figuring it out! Thank you for checking in with us, always so nice to hear from you 🙂

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Jeanne W

January 6, 2016

I love reading your blog! Thanks!

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Amanda

January 6, 2016

I have that puzzle and finished it a couple weeks ago. Although I’m kind of bummed to see it for sale on Amazon…I got it in a gift store in Ventura and thought it was so cool.

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Sarah Milligan

January 6, 2016

Love puzzles, totally agree with you! We haven’t done them much lately with a 4yo in the house… hiding puzzle pieces is her specialty. 🙂
Glad to see you back and happy you are taking a pace that suits this phase of your life – you sound happy and centred and that is very very good.

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Whitney KB

January 6, 2016

Saw this post and it immediately made me think of a book I’m reading – Overwhelmed by Brigid Schulte – and that you might find it interesting. It’s half research on what we consider ‘leisure’ time in the U.S. and half personal stories about her marriage, motherhood, and work. Given your 2016 word I think you might enjoy it! So nice to see you check in!

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Leah Noble

January 6, 2016

I love reading your posts, whether daily or sporadic. I was thinking the other day about how yours is one of the few blog voices that has captivated me for several years, and why that is… what is it about the blog voices that ring true, for so long? And I think it is because you write here to genuinely share things you love and things you experience, and not just to sell a product.
As a Get to Work Book user and a longtime reader and fan, I hope very much that you remain compelled to share behind the scenes of GTWB, and lessons you’re learning as you grow your new business!
Oh and the podcast remains stellar, too.
xo

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Andrea

January 6, 2016

Yay for an update! I really miss your daily posts, but also completely understand and respect why you’re not doing it anymore. Just wanted to let you know you’re appreciated! 🙂

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Funnelcloud Rachel

January 7, 2016

Glad to see you’ll be popping in! Your blog has been my favorite for years and years. 🙂

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Brenda

January 8, 2016

Celebrating the time you are taking for you and your sweet family and thankful to hear from you on occasion! Do please continue to share your book reviews! They are a god-send to me!

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Julie

January 8, 2016

i’m enjoying the more meaningful approach…if you are up for hobby writing, i would love to hear a bit more about your home reno!!

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Rawa Mehdi

January 9, 2016

And thank you for still writing ❤️

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IsobelA

January 10, 2016

Hi Elise!
Lovely to see a post up – I often pop in just in cases, and here we are!
I’ve loved seeing the photos of beautiful Piper on Instagram (and Ellerie such a sweet and loving big sister) and I’m so glad for you that you seem to finding this time around so much more peaceful. I’ve always appreciated how honest you are on your blog.

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Kelly Jean

January 12, 2016

I love your blogs so much that I will definitely enjoy the few here or there. It’s hard blogging everyday! And I am enjoying your newsletters! It’s nice to get other things besides just “junk emails!”

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