Tonya
Hi friends! My name is Tonya- a Midwestern girl who became a Rio Grande Valley transplant three years ago. I spent seven years as a second grade teacher. After completing my Master's in Reading and Literacy, I became a reading specialist for three years. After moving to south Texas, I became a stay-at-home mom for the first time. I've been married for ten years and we have three kids ages 9, 6, and 2. I love online shopping, Netflix, and running but nothing makes me happier than spending time with my family. Moving to the valley was a huge change but constant sunshine and great Mexican food has made it well worth it!
Summer Project: Getting Organized for the School Year
School can mean lots of things for kids. Learning, socializing, playing, and growing are just a few of the words I use to describe school.
But, as a mom, school means dealing with a...
Evolving Views on Parenting a Baby and Toddler
My husband and I were recently reflecting on how our parenting has vastly changed from child one to child three. I’m pretty sure this is normal for most moms, but it does make me...
Decorate Your Door for the 4th of July
I love when my door has a wreath on it! For some reason, I really like walking up to my home and seeing a seasonal, festive wreath on the door. But wreaths aren't exclusive...
5K Sunchaser Series Review
I’m a mom who sometimes needs an escape out of the house. When I began running, it was the perfect way to get in my exercise while also getting some much needed alone time!...
Creating a Summer Bucket List
Do you see other moms doing something and wonder if you should be doing it also? I am constantly seeing great ideas pop up on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram and I immediately think, should I...
Don’t Let Your Child Become a Victim of the Summer Slide
By the month of May, I am ready to be done with the homework and reading logs. The thought of having a little less responsibility as a parent is such a good feeling. When June...
Feeling Crafty? Flowers That Last All Year Long
Feeling crafty?
I'm not. I never feel very crafty. I'm the girl who'd rather buy something than make it because I do not have a crafty bone in my body. I think that I lack...
Meet Tonya :: RGV Moms Blog Contributor
Tonya is a Midwestern girl from Illinois who became a Rio Grande Valley transplant three years ago. She spent seven years as a second grade teacher. After completing her Master's in Reading and Literacy,...
5 Underappreciated Reasons to Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is at the beginning of May 4-8 each year. Although we all know that teachers work hard, here are five unappreciated reasons that we should stop and thank a teacher!
1. Teachers never...