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Tailgating in Terlingua

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March 11, 2016
Blog, On West Texas, On Writing

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…

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October 10, 2020
Blog, On Travel, On West Texas, On Writing

5 Reasons to Head to Alpine This Fall – Austin Monthly

Experience This Popular Far West Texas Town For Yourself I recently had the pleasure of writing about one of my favorite West Texas towns, Alpine, for Austin Monthly. Truly, if…

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October 6, 2017
Blog, On West Texas, On Writing

Preparing for the Future

My feature article “Preparing for the Future” about the Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin is in the Summer 2017 issue of Midland Living, on shelves for six months. Read…

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July 10, 2017
Blog, On Writing

Documentary offers different view of life in McDowell County

I enjoy meeting people telling positive stories about their community. I interviewed West Virginia filmmaker J.D. Belcher on his first feature-length documentary “Cornered: A Fighter’s Story.” Read about it in…

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February 15, 2019
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    Day Trips Out of Alpine

    October 1, 2018 / Comments Off on Day Trips Out of Alpine

    Texas Monthly I could go on and on about the Big Bend Region. My kind of Far West Texas vacation involves several days of a cleared schedule, a full tank of gas, and an open mind to try new foods and hiking trails. This article I wrote for Texas Monthly is a good overview of the must-experience attractions within driving distance of Alpine. >>Read the article here<<

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    11 Southern Myths That Still Mystify

    September 29, 2018 / Comments Off on 11 Southern Myths That Still Mystify

    The Weird and The Wonderful: The South Vacationist USA There’s little I enjoy more than a good road trip. And I’m always up for an indulgent ghost story or fable. Vacationist USA tasked me with researching the ultimate road trip through the South to discover the eeriest legends waiting to be discovered in each state. Check out these 11 stops and let me know what you think! >>Read the article here<<

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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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