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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 Writing

On Writing

Writing is in my bones. Has been ever since I can remember. I would write “books” and stories on the bumpy hour-long ride home every day after school. I could…

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March 11, 2016
Blog, On West Texas

End of Year Clearance

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

Day Trips Out of Alpine

Texas Monthly I could go on and on about the Big Bend Region. My kind of Far West Texas vacation involves several days of a cleared schedule, a full tank…

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October 1, 2018
Blog, On Travel, On West Texas, On Writing

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…

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July 3, 2018
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    Reading=Power

    June 29, 2020 / Comments Off on 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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    Hunting Topaz in Mason

    May 22, 2020 / Comments Off on Hunting Topaz in Mason

    There’s no denying the Texas Hill Country is gorgeous. In my latest article for Texas Co-op Power magazine, I returned to Mason, Texas—where my husband’s family is from—to explore topaz, the official state gem. Did you know Mason County is the only county in Texas where you can find topaz? For us, the real prize in Mason is visiting family, dining together at the many quaint restaurants, and fishing in the Llano River, but there are many opportunities to obtain the official state gem when you’re in town. >> Read the story in the May 2020 issue here << Let’s stay connected!For news, insider exclusives, occasional recipes, and book recommendations,…

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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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