Hello! my name is Rita I am the mother of 1st season American Idol finalist Tamyra Gray. I am very new to this blogging thing. I thought it would be an interesting thing for me to do. since I do spend a lot of time (spare time surfing the internet) Right now I have nothing but spare time if you know what I mean. I am a Real Estate agent(get the picture) in between jobs. Also, I thought it would be a great way for people to get to know Tamyra. Through my eyes, and not the eyes of the media. It is like getting it straight from the horses mouth. (sort of ). As most of you know Tamyra was a finalist on the "first season of "American Idol". From there she appeared on numerous tv. shows. Also, appeared in "THE GOSPEL" Starring Boris Kodjoe "Now "RENT" is her current home until June 2008. Tamyra is currently working on her album, and let me tell ya, I see Grammy nominations in her future. Tamyra and I will keep everyone updated about anything, and everything within reasons about Tamyra and her future. She is becoming so busy, I thought I would take the time to help out. You can't get no closer than that right (the momma) Tamyra would say(mommy) This is an interactive website please feel free to post questions, and we will respond . I will post pictures as it relates to Tamyra. Because this site is ALL ABOUT TAMYRA "JOIBUG" GRAY