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Outside Influence

For my latest article in Texas Co-op Power magazine, I studied the technique of painting en plein air—painting outside, looking directly at the scene. These paintings all have stories behind…

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September 1, 2020
Blog, On Travel, On West Texas, On Writing

Dark Skies and Cool Summer Nights in Alpine

Texas Monthly “The stars at night / are big and bright…” You know what comes next. We all do. Especially if you’re from the Lone Star State. We come out…

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July 30, 2018
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Community: The Secret to Living Longer

Community is important to me. My family and friends bring much joy to my life. I feel happier and more fulfilled spending time with loved ones than when I deposit…

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May 17, 2019
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

Christmas Cruse

I had the privilege of interviewing Jackie Cruse, owner of J. Cruse Christmas Gallery & Decor, for my first profile. It’s a winter wonderland in his store, a must-do when…

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December 3, 2017
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    Rendezvous on Route 66

    July 5, 2018 / Comments Off on Rendezvous on Route 66

    The Mother Road still offers a journey through a slice of American life My second cover story is featured in the July 2018 issue of Texas Co-op Power magazine—all about Route 66. This was a fun one to write! In preparation, I re-watched Pixar’s Cars and read (embarrassingly, for the first time) The Grapes of Wrath. If you’re like me and read Stephen King rather than the required reading in school and are now trying to catch up on the classics, I highly recommend this one. Steinbeck is one of the greats. Though, there’s no shame in King. He’s another great. His Desperation is on my nightstand now. Two road…

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    A Stylish Escape to Marfa, Texas

    July 3, 2018 / Comments Off on A Stylish Escape to Marfa, Texas

    Tough to get to. Tougher to explain. But once you get here, you get it. I recently wrote about one of my favorite places, Marfa, for Houstonia magazine. It’s more than just a place. it’s a state of mind. >>Read it 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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