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Photography & Birding in Alpine, Texas

Texas Monthly   The Alpine and Big Bend area of Texas has long been a magnet for photographers—pros and amateurs alike. In this article I wrote for Texas Monthly, you’ll…

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September 2, 2018
Blog, On West Texas

Open Homes, Open Hearts

Who doesn’t love hot chocolate and fabulous Christmas decorations? My feature article on the Odessa Board of Realtors’ Christmas Tour of Homes appeared in the Fall 2017 issue of Odessa…

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December 1, 2017
Blog, On West Texas, On Writing

Home Made

Upbringing in an austere abode instills long-lasting values My first feature article, based on my experiences growing up in the original house on our family ranch in West Texas, is published…

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June 1, 2017
Blog, On Reading

Reading=Power

Reading is knowledge and knowledge is power. Why reading out loud to children is so important and can help create positive change in our communities.

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June 29, 2020
Blog, On Reading, On Travel, On West Texas, On Writing

July Newsletter | 2 Perfect Summer Movies

Read my July 2020 Newsletter with recommendations to make your summer cooler, including 2 perfect summer movies, books you'll love, and an announcement about the Appalachian Writers' Workshop.

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July 17, 2020
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    Pools in the Pasture

    August 2, 2021 / Comments Off on Pools in the Pasture

    Most of my favorite childhood memories were made in the pasture. Read my personal essay about swimming in stock tanks published in the August 2021 issue of Texas Co-op Power magazine.

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    Blog,  On West Texas,  On Writing

    Why Horses Wear Shoes

    October 10, 2020 / Comments Off on Why Horses Wear Shoes

    I had the great pleasure of writing about farriers for the October issue of Texas Co-op Power magazine. This one was extra special because my sister Kristin Tyler took the photographs and I got to interview Jim Crawford, our family's horseshoer.

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Brenda Kissko

Brenda Kissko is a freelance writer, designer and marketer focusing on travel, nature, literature, faith and community. A Texas native, she has lived in West Virginia and is currently based in Arizona. Brenda grew up on a West Texas ranch, influenced by the healing power of nature. She writes for people navigating their way through life with a message of unplugging and living to the fullest.

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