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.

Front Porch Homeschool Series Recap: Looking Back at Our Journey + Free Homeschool Planning Printable

June 28, 2026June 28, 2026Glenda C.

For my family, there are seasons in life that stay with us forever more times than not. Some of those memories take me back to when I was homeschooling Suzanne, and then I fast forward, to when I was homeschooling Charlie. When I look back now, those years were never just about lessons on paper […]

The Gin Edit: A curated collection of gin cocktails

June 27, 2026June 28, 2026Glenda C.

David has always been one that enjoys a drink now and then, and once in a while, I will too. My drink of choice is usually tequila, but gin has always been one of those things I never really knew what to do with beyond the basics. I could make a pour a hot of […]

Books, Games, and Quiet Activities: Screen-Free Ideas for Learning and Family Time

June 26, 2026June 28, 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. When my family was homeschooling not every activity in our home on a busy week Would be loud or fast-paced. Some of the most valuable moments come […]