Margo Tapia
Margo is a mother of three who was born and raised in Albuquerque. She has a passion for the great outdoors and a love for connecting people with things to do in the community. She worked as a Realtor most recently and gets excited talking to various people from all walks of life. Margo and her husband take the kids on road trips often, go on evening family walks and bike rides, have hiked the La Luz trail many times, and appreciate running in the bosque. Margo's other hobbies include yoga, buying local, relaxing with lavender infused products, and indulging in self care at hidden gems like Ojo Santa Fe. She is excited to connect local businesses to mom's in the Albuquerque area! Contact Margo at [email protected].
Guide to Albuquerque Area Private Schools
We are excited to present our readers with ABQ Mom's Guide to Private Schools. This guide aims to be a one-stop shop for families who are considering private education for their children.
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Why I Decided to Throw in the Towel with Breastfeeding
I am not the best with dates, but July 27th is the day that I decided to quit breastfeeding. Enough was enough. I had every excuse in the book. Enough with the two hours...
Guide to Birthday Parties in the Albuquerque Area
Looking for the perfect place to celebrate your little one turning another year older? Well, we are very excited to present you all with the ABQ Mom's Guide to Birthday Parties. This guide is...
Why I Don’t Drag My Husband Along to Most Events
"Where is Abran?" If I had a dollar for every time someone asked me this question, I'd be a millionaire, and, well, I'm not.
Somewhere along the way, it became customary to carry your husband...
Depression Doesn’t Have a Face :: Living with High-Functioning Depression & Anxiety
Depression doesn't have a face. My name is Margo, and I have high-functioning depression and anxiety.
What does high-functioning depression and anxiety mean? It means that every day I function.
It means I still get...
Top 20 Places to Enjoy a Burger in the Albuquerque Area
Is there any food more familiar than a juicy burger? Think about it. Most restaurants have a burger option, even when it comes to fine dining.
When I am ready to order, I hardly ever...
Hispanic Heritage Month :: Food and Family
Hispanic Heritage Month is always so exciting to me!
I grew up in a predominately Hispanic neighborhood. It was uncommon to not speak some sort of South Valley slang and even substitute some of our...
Unpopular Opinion :: I Like To Look My Best For My Husband
We're back with another unpopular opinion. Let us know in the comments if you agree or disagree.
I make sure that I look my best for my husband.
I know how that sounds. Believe me. You...
Mom Project :: Keep Your Judgements To Yourself
The Mom Project idea started after I read the following sentence on another ABQ Mom post.
"I saw two women making fun of another lady for the way she was dressed at school drop off."
That's...
I Used to Be Fun and Crazy. Now I’m Just Fun.
It was my senior year in high school. The crowds were fun. People were laughing. We had zero cares in the world. Our basketball team was one of the best in the state and...
Modern-Day Moms Have It Hard
Being modern-day moms is hard, amIright?
"You are working while someone else watches your kids? I could never do that." This is a common reaction that working moms get.
"It must be nice to have a...
3 Simple Style Tips for the Trendy, Professional Mom
Fashionable moms. Is that a thing? You bet your bottom dollar.
We don't have to wear stiff business casual clothing anymore. All your professional wardrobe needs is a little creativity, fun, and simplicity.
My trick...
In-Person School Saved my Family
In-person school saved my family. It really did.
Ezra, sit up. Stay still, pay attention. I'm sure this is engrained into his tiny little head. Virtual school was supposed to be three weeks. Instead, it...
How Roblox Brought My Kids Together
If you told me that my 10- and five-year-old would be playing nicely together during a pandemic, I would have thought it was a very strange dream that I'd soon wake up from. But...