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Redneck Infinity Pools

If you grow up on a ranch in West Texas, you learn about the finer things in life. You eat oysters (of the mountain variety), you hire full-time lawn service…

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May 19, 2017
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 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 West Texas

Tailgating in Terlingua

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

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
  • 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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