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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…

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September 2, 2018
Blog, On Reading

Reading=Power

Reading is knowledge and knowledge is power. Why reading out loud to children is so important and can help create positive change in our communities.

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June 29, 2020
Blog, On Travel, On Writing

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.…

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September 29, 2018
Blog, On West Texas, On Writing

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 Travel, On Writing

The Gettysburg Experience

A few months ago, I tagged along on one of my husband’s work trips to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. We drove from West Virginia–not too far for us–up through Morgantown and the…

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May 3, 2019
  • Midland Living 2017
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    Preparing for the Future

    July 10, 2017 / Comments Off on 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 it here.

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  • Viva Big Bend
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    Viva Big Bend

    June 20, 2017 / Comments Off on Viva Big Bend

    Experience the lure of West Texas for yourself Many ask me what’s the best way to experience West Texas. Where to begin. The list is endless. But, the Viva Big Bend music festival has become a tradition of ours. It’s a great excuse to gather with your friends in the Texas mountains and enjoy live music of all genres. You wear crazy outfits and eat great food. You try new cocktails (like the Wahaka This Way at The Saddle Club) and dance in the moonlight. And during the day you can hike the mountains, shop for art, or cool off in Balmorhea State Park, the world’s largest spring-fed pool. (July 27-30, Alpine, Fort Davis,…

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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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