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    A Stylish Escape to Marfa, Texas

    July 3, 2018 / Comments Off on 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 than just a place. it’s a state of mind. >>Read it here<<

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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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