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.

The Ultimate Back-to-School Gift Guide (2026)

July 6, 2026July 7, 2026Glenda C.

Even though Charlie is grown and working, summer seems to fly by faster than the one before. One minute we’re planning day trips, enjoying backyard cookouts, and watching Charlie stay up way too late, and the next we’re walking through stores filled with backpacks, notebooks, and brightly colored school supplies. It’s funny how quickly life […]

Backyard Summer Gift Guide: Easy Food Kits, Snack Boards & Family Moments

Outdoor Summer Fun Gift Guide: 25 Gifts Kids Actually Use (2026)

July 6, 2026July 6, 2026Glenda C.

Inside this post is my affiliate links. If you click on the links and make a purchase I will make a small percentage from the products you purchase. Fore my family summer has always looked a little different than it does in the picture-perfect magazines. We didn’t have extravagant vacations planned every year or a […]

Easy Backyard Soccer Ideas for Families This Summer Without Organized Sports or Pressure

July 6, 2026July 6, 2026Glenda C.

I remember the days when Charlie was beginning to walk and how obsessed he was with any type of ball he came across. Which was a wonderful way for David and Charlie to bond because David was able to share his love of sports with Charlie. One of the sports my family enjoyed playing was […]