Dog lover
Travel enthusiast
Homebody at heart
Hey, it’s Marissa—friends call me Riss. I’m a California native with a summer soul. Life’s been kind of wild lately—just trying to stay in the light, water what’s mine, and trust what’s meant to bloom.
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where i've been
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recent posts
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my story
Our Wildest Adventure Yet: On Safari in Tanzania
Surrounded by wildlife and endless skies, Africa invited me to slow down in the very best way. It was a rare chance to disconnect, lean into photography, and feel deeply connected to the world around me.
A Weeklong Stopover in the Netherlands
After two weeks in Tanzania, we couldn’t resist a weeklong stopover in the Netherlands. We swapped elephants and off-road adventures for cobblestone streets, cozy cafés, and canals—the kind of Dutch charm that makes you want to linger at every turn.
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Shibuya Nights & Shinjuku Lights: A Tokyo Adventure
Our first time in Tokyo was a feast for the senses. Shibuya Crossings, bullet-train sushi, Mario Kart–style go-karts zipping through the streets, and trains whizzing by—Tokyo is fast, electric, and alive in every direction. It’s a city that pulls you in and never lets go.
