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A Fresh Look at The First State

Delaware is a small state that packs a lot to do in its borders. Here’s my article for Vacationist USA on “The First State.” >>Read it here<<

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December 15, 2018
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Making Face Masks

My Grandma Judy gave me my sewing machine when I was in junior high and I’m still sewing on that Singer today–one of my favorite hobbies. My friend is a nurse…

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April 7, 2020
Blog, On Travel, On West Texas, On Writing

Retreating To Downtown Alpine

Texas Monthly, Summer 2018 It’s no secret the Big Bend Region of Far West Texas is one of my favorite places to venture. My husband earned his master’s degree at…

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July 26, 2018
Blog, On Travel, On West Texas

West By God, Again

Our Move Across The Country Up until last November I have lived in West Texas my entire life. I’ve been proud to say I come from God’s country—the wide-open spaces,…

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May 25, 2018
Blog, On Travel, On Writing

A Glorious Morning

There’s something about those gorgeous Appalachian Mountains that call your name time and time again. I had the pleasure of staying at the Morning Glory Inn on a road trip…

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November 27, 2019
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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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    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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