Author: Glenda C.

Glenda Cates is the owner/ operator of The Mommies Reviews as well as Branding BeyondBlogging.biz I am married to my high school sweetheart David Cates Jr. We have a son Charles who own Charlies Reviews. We have 3 dogs. I love to read, swim and shop. As well as play Soccer with my son. We reside in Dallas/ Fort Worth, Texas. Where I work with local business through my company Frogs where I offer Events, Business Building and Networking Services. To teach people how to run a business with a family and friends without breaking the bank in new and unusual ways.

2026 Back-to-School Gift Guide Product Submission Guidelines

July 7, 2026July 7, 2026Glenda C.

My family would like to thank you for your interest in being featured in TheMommiesReviews.com 2026 Back-to-School Gift Guide! Each year, our Back-to-School Gift Guide helps parents, grandparents, teachers, caregivers, and students discover products that make heading back to school easier, more organized, and a little more fun. We’re always excited to introduce our readers […]

The Nature of Change: Lessons of Determination, Resilience, and Hope from the Outside World

July 7, 2026July 7, 2026Glenda C.

I wanted to share a children’s book we received in exchange for a review The Nature of Change: Lessons of Determination, Resilience, and Hope from the Outside World the book is written by Remne Marsh and the story is illustrated by Pumudi Gardiyawassam. Inside this post is my affiliate links. If you click on the […]

Front Porch Teachings #7: Asking for Help Isn’t Weakness

July 7, 2026July 7, 2026Glenda C.

There are lessons in life that we understand in our heads, but sometimes we have to live through them before they truly sink into our hearts. This week, I learned one of those lessons. Asking for help isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom. It’s keeping my sanity and my blood pressure from rising which I don’t need. […]