Hello, I'm Taya Dunn Johnson

M.S. Thanatology, Death Education Advocate, Grief Mentor and Guide, Consultant, Author, Widow, Speaker, Mom, Panelist, Podcaster, Workshop Facilitator, Advocate and Panelist

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Welcome! I’m Taya Dunn Johnson, a published author, blogger, speaker, workshop facilitator, advocate and panelist. I call myself a Native New Yorker since I was born and raised there; however the Baltimore metro area has been home since 2012. I’ve been blogging since 1999, and have been known since 2006 as MrsTDJ.

These days, I write about my life as an expressive, vulnerable, humorous and audacious widowed mother of the dopest 14 year old autistic teenage. When my husband died suddenly in June 2012, I summoned unknown strength and made bold decisions to no longer be afraid of my dreams and has set out to redefine my purpose while caring for our son.

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What’s Been On My Mind

4 Years Without Him

4 Years Without Him

It's sometimes hard to believe that my other half left this earth 4 years ago. I know that he continues to rest in peace while watching over our son and me. My love now and always, Markell Johnson, 10/20/75-6/9/12. It's been on my mind to share this for quite a few...

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A Slow Jam Down Memory Lane

A Slow Jam Down Memory Lane

As most music lovers can attest, there are songs that I consider to be part of the “Soundtrack of My Life.” The songs that held your hand in tough times, moved your feet to the beat during joyful times, soothed your aching heart through the painful times, and...

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Well Hello There Seven

Well Hello There Seven

  Last night I tucked in my 6-year-old for the last time. Today, he turns 7. Whoa. Him turning 6 didn't affect me too much, but for some reason, this whole "7" thing has got my heart fluttering and my mind racing.  For many years, my late husband and I didn't...

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