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Want to restore a 40-year-old decoration to its former glory? Try these simple, safe cleaning tricks that won’t damage the finish.

Have you ever seen a decoration your parents kept, carrying it with them from another country or a previous marriage? Carmina realized that parents often hold onto items they've purchased in the past. While browsing Greenhill's shopping center, she stepped into  Mystic Gems by Bensani and saw so many nostalgic items that reminded her of growing up.  I pointed out to Mom Violy that she had a similar crystal tree decoration at home. She said it was forty years old and already dirty. The saleslady explained it could be cleaned easily with soap and water. Carmina decided to take Mom Violy home and bring the crystal tree decoration with her. Mom Violy questioned why she was taking it, and I said I would clean it and return it.  I noticed Mom Violy had placed planting seeds inside the decoration, for reasons I didn’t understand. Before cleaning it, I checked online to see what was needed, knowing its value. I placed a towel underneath, prepared a plastic container with dishwas...

Dessert with Mariles, Vvon and Mom Violy at Cafe Breton

Conversation goes toward dessert after our lunch with Cousin Mariles and her husband Vvon along with Mom Violy. Mariles and Vvon had picked  Cafe Breton  to have some coffee and desserts. Deja Vu  Ala Nutella Mom Violy had her usual order Mocha Frappe. Saying our goodbye after a photo taking going our separate ways.  NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for food served at Cafe Breton. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to navigate you to the right direction. Thank you for your support!

Signature Bundle for PHP 1,388.00 from Modern Shanghai

Mom Violy wanted to eat close by since she'll be driving that day. Mom Violy had informed Mariles to meet her at  Modern Shanghai located at Robinsons Magnolia near the Garden. Carmina and Mom Violy went early making sure we had a table. Mom Violy decided to try Signature Bundle includes the following: Braised Fish Fillet in Black Bean Sauce Signature Shanghai Mien Sweet and Sour Chicken Yang Chow Fried Rice The Signature Bundle is for PHP 1,388.00 cannot use any senior card along with the promotion offer. Upon waiting for our relatives to arrive Mom Violy felt she was getting hungry wanted to try their dim sum and came across trying their Premium Steamed Shrimp & Pork Siomai and Pork Dumpling in Hot Chili Sauce. Everyone became complete taking a picture together outside after our meal. NOTE: Carmina is not selling, or advertising Chinese food served at Modern Shanghai in Robinsons Magnolia. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to navigate you to the right ...