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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...