Hi, I’m Rhonda. Pilot wife, mom of girls and boys, home operations manager, and the person who keeps the wheels turning when life gets loud. I juggle family life, freelance work, and the everyday chaos that comes with raising kids. I’m also a longtime helper behind the scenes for blogging communities, a multitasker by nature, an educator at heart, and a lifelong problem-solver.
My kids say I’m always “working on something.” That’s probably true, and honestly, I wear it proudly.
Captain Mom is not about perfection or spotlight moments. I love the adventure of being married to a pilot, even when the schedule is unpredictable and the days feel extra long. I am not a Super Mom, but I do my best, and yes, I occasionally imagine myself wearing a cape.
I grew up as a city girl and now live a quieter life in a small town surrounded by nature, currently calling parts of the Midwest home. I share this life with my pilot husband and our four kids. It’s louder, messier, and far more joyful than I ever expected. Between muddy shoes, missing socks, and last-minute schedule changes, I try to keep our home running smoothly. This site exists to share what works for us, in real life, not in perfect photos. If something here helps your family even a little, that makes my day.
Just for fun, a few things about me:
- I care deeply about education, music, and finding better ways to organize toys, especially Legos.
- My faith matters to me, and it shapes how I live and parent every day.
- I manage the details. If it eats, I feed it. If it’s messy, I eventually clean it. I drive kids everywhere and somehow keep track of it all.
- Years ago, I taught in classrooms full of other people’s children. Some of that experience helped me as a parent, and some of it absolutely did not.
I’m good at:
- singing loudly
- giving directions
- finding joy in simple moments
- making dinner from whatever happens to be in the fridge
I’m not so great at:
- keeping a perfectly tidy house
- styling my hair
- staying on top of clutter
- big DIY projects, which I happily leave to others
Things I enjoy:
- long walks
- being outdoors
- swimming
- wandering through bookstores
- a good movie with a big bowl of popcorn
If this were LinkedIn:
I currently work with a women-focused blogging community, helping with content, storytelling, and collaboration projects. Over the years, I’ve worked in freelance writing and digital media, starting back in 2009. My work has covered food, family life, parenting, and local travel for regional websites and magazines. I’ve also contributed to parenting publications and lifestyle platforms across the U.S. and Canada.
I hold a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in special education, with a focus on early childhood. I am a certified educator, and my professional background includes teaching in public schools, supporting deaf and hard-of-hearing students, and working with young children and families through early intervention programs.
Random tidbits:
Despite being married to a pilot, flying is not my favorite thing. Motion sickness is real.
I’ve had many jobs over the years, including nanny, lifeguard, restaurant worker, cashier, interpreter, and teacher. Every single one involved cleaning bathrooms at some point.
A while back, I climbed Pike’s Peak, and I still feel proud of that.
Captain Mom is where all of this comes together: family, home, faith, and the everyday effort of making life work. I’m glad you’re here.