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here (http://bit.ly/4gIk98), explores themes of grief and redemption inspired by Flannery O’Connor’s Southern Gothic tone. Chris pours his passion and heart into his stories,” Trenesa shares. Currently, he’s developing another project, rising at 5:00 a.m. to write before the household wakes. The couple’s creativity and drive have influenced their children, Dylan and Romon. Dylan, 23, a recent Montclair State University visual arts graduate, is a Coordinator for a public art consultancy. Her firm’s installations at major market Amtrak hubs reflect her blossoming talent and dedication. “Seeing your child’s work on such a grand scale is breathtaking,” Trenesa says with pride. Romon, 16, a senior at Columbia High School, has a passion for architecture and urban planning. His interest was sparked by a family trip to the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and has since grown through projects like Canada’s “truth and reconciliation” initiatives with First Nations. “His empathy and curiosity are boundless,” Trenesa notes. Adjusting to Maplewood wasn’t easy, especially for Trenesa, a city enthusiast. Yet the progressive SOMA community gradually won her over. Chris, a Georgia native, embraced the move with more ease, finding inspiration for gardening in the natural surroundings. Now happily settled, the Danusers enjoy the balance of suburban charm and urban access. “We moved north for a life in the city,” Trenesa reflects, “and Maplewood delightfully gives us the best of both worlds.”

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