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Ranch Hands On The Wheel

It’s true I’m a bit of a nomad, but I always love returning home to West Texas. I wrote about my experience learning how to drive on the ranch for…

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October 11, 2019
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 Travel

Adventure Along the Trail in Mercer County, West Virginia

Discover a Place with Unique Heritage and Natural Beauty West Virginia Tourism  I think my favorite part of my trip to Mercer County, in Southern West Virginia, was the people.…

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July 28, 2018
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 Travel, On West Texas, On Writing

Big Bend on the Big Screen

It’s no secret the Big Bend Region of Far West Texas is one of my favorite escapes. Spotty cell service, wide open spaces, no television, and endless nature is my…

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November 28, 2019
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    10 Ways To Explore San Antonio

    September 21, 2018 / Comments Off on 10 Ways To Explore San Antonio

    Your Guide To Discovering The Alamo City Vacationist USA San Antonio was the place we went to every summer for family vacations. We’d walk the River Walk, swim at Schlitterbahn, visit the hippos at the zoo, and we even got served by Charlie Brown at The Magic Time Machine. I revisited this old favorite for Vacationist USA to countdown 10 of the must-do attractions in Alamo City—many of which weren’t there when we were growing up but are quickly becoming classic SA. >>Read the article here<<

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    Photography & Birding in Alpine, Texas

    September 2, 2018 / Comments Off on 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 learn the best spots for birding and nature photography in the region. >>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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