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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, On West Texas, On Writing

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…

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October 6, 2017
Blog, On Travel, On West Texas, On Writing

A Lake in the Desert

I-20 Wildlife Preserve offers unexpected nature viewing in the shadow of downtown Midland. My Hit the Road article on the I-20 Wildlife Preserve in Midland is in this month’s issue…

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September 1, 2017
Blog, On Travel, On West Texas

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…

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June 20, 2017
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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    Outside Influence

    September 1, 2020 / Comments Off on 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 them.

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    July Newsletter | 2 Perfect Summer Movies

    July 17, 2020 / Comments Off on 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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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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