The Latest From Karissa

Race Review: Burg to Beach to Bayshore Challenge
There’s more to running races than counting the miles and keeping track of your pace. The total experience starts before the race begins and ends well after you cross the finish line. I’ve participated in many races within the past year. It occurred to me that runners will travel great…

DIY: Moss Wall & Floating Frame
As all good ideas go, this DIY moss wall popped into my head during an afternoon run. I’ve stared at this blank wall in my kitchen for years, never quite finding the right picture or art to display. Subconsciously, I think I may have been influenced by the increasing amount…

Monthly Round-Up: Rose & Thorns – February 2023
February Rose & Thorns – A monthly recap of the highs and lows experienced each month. Rose: Auntie Life Everyone always says that babies change your life, but I thought these were just words of wisdom for the parents. In fact, these are rules for an entire family. A month…

Weekend Vacation Guide to Cedar Key, Florida
You may be surprised to learn Cedar Key is not located near Key West. Hidden on the Northwest coast of Florida, Ceder Key is a close-knit community famous for miles of clam farms and fresh seafood. Although it is tucked away, it is accessible by all modes of travel; land,…

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Travelers
I love February! Not because it’s centered around love and convincing ourselves we should be living in a romantic comedy, but because it’s the best time of year to travel. Many destinations are hibernating, just waiting for the snow to melt and the summer season to start. Often you receive…

Monthly Round-Up: Rose & Thorns – January 2023
January Rose & Thorns – A monthly recap of the highs and lows experienced each month. Rose: Action Packed Start to the New Year The first weekend of this year was exhausting and exhilarating. The arrival of my niece has been a long-anticipated event. My entire family has been nesting…

The Ultimate Weekend Guide to Ocala, Florida
Vacations to Florida are often filled with white sandy beaches and theme parks. However, a few days spent in Ocala will provide the same adventurous weekend at a fraction of the cost. If you’ve traveled I-75 through Florida, you’ve likely passed Ocala to get to your destination, and maybe you…

Florida Farm Spotlight: Gypsy Gold Horse Farm
Driving under the moss-covered road to the Gypsy Gold Horse Farm was like entering a romance novel. The dusty dirt road led to a pristine black-and-white barn that starkly contrasted the green oak trees. Small clusters of the prized Gypsy Vanner Horses stood in the pastures, unfazed by the arrival…

Monthly Round-Up: Rose & Thorns – December 2022
December Rose & Thorns – A monthly recap of the highs and lows experienced each month. Rose: The Simple Things If I describe my holiday season in one word, it would be – calm. I didn’t rush into any store to pick up a last-minute gift or stress about what…

Top 5 Blog Posts for 2022
The end of the year is the best time to see how far you’ve grown and focus on the accomplishments achieved over the past 365 days. I love end-of-the-year roundups. Whether it’s a Spotify music review or an Instagram Reel with a curated collection of highlighted photos, I watch them…
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