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Danell teNyenhuis Black

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This is my story of the tragic loss of my husband. Using blog entries, I describe the aftermath and how I learned to move forward.

2024

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About Me — Danell teNyenhuis Black

Just trying to get the words out

Jan 31, 2024

About Me — Danell teNyenhuis Black

Jan 31, 2024

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Index to My Articles by Topic — Danell teNyenhuis Black

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Mar 19, 2021

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What the Worst Day Looks Like

And how I got out of bed the next day.

Aug 30, 2020

What the Worst Day Looks Like

Aug 30, 2020

Keeper of Memories

How losing my husband taught me the importance of recording memories

5d ago

A picture of written words in a journal.

5d ago

A Widow's Reflection on Charlie Kirk, Faith, and Division

The assassination of a public figure made me revisit my own loss, my faith, and the meaning of compassion.

Sep 29

Photo of a woman with a black widow’s veil with hands folded in prayer while grasping white gloves.

Sep 29

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How Consumer Psychology Made Me Cheat on My Auto Broker

Even counselors aren’t immune to the tricks of consumer psychology

Aug 31

How Consumer Psychology Made Me Cheat on My Auto Broker

Aug 31

They’re Not Lazy or Dangerous. They’re Just Trying to Get By.

A Counselor’s View on How Immigration, Medicaid, and Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies Are Hurting Real People

Jul 31

Silhouette of mother and child

Jul 31

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The Afghan I Didn’t Want: A Christmas I’ll Never Forget

How a long drive, a missing tradition, and a single gift taught me what matters most

Jun 11

A picture of a gift waiting to be opened on Christmas morning.

Jun 11

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The Strawberry Mark: A Legacy of Unconditional Love

The surprising gift my parents gave me

May 30

The Strawberry Mark: A Legacy of Unconditional Love

May 30

I Lost the Weight. Then I Lost the Shame.

How 141 Pounds Taught Me to Stop Judging Others — And Myself

May 1

I Lost the Weight. Then I Lost the Shame.

May 1

Danell teNyenhuis Black

Danell teNyenhuis Black

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Widow, Mother, Wife, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. https://www.danellt9.com/. Danellt9@gmail.com

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