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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
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
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
Blog, On West Texas

Tailgating in Terlingua

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March 11, 2016
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
  • Odessa Living Fall 2017
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    Open Homes, Open Hearts

    December 1, 2017 / Comments Off on 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 Living. >>Read it here.

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    5 Reasons to Head to Alpine This Fall – Austin Monthly

    October 6, 2017 / Comments Off on 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 you have not been to the Big Bend region—the mountains of Texas—you must go. Here’s my article with five reasons you’ll love it there: >>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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