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...
Carmina wanted to get a different point of view when coming from another area in California to see how it was like visiting the Philippines. Carmina asked her cousin Yana if she would like to participate to let us know the feeling visiting her family members during the pandemic. Carmina asked Yana some questions to answer by emailing it to her and sending photos/videos during her vacation. Giving Carmina permission to share it in Carmina Lifestyle. Yana's Traveling Wellness from Los Angeles to the Philippines Coming from Los Angeles, there is a big difference from traveling during the pandemic compared to when life was normal. The travel regulations are very strict in the Philippines. It's too hassle to go to your hotel accommodations. You pass through an inspection such as an x-ray machine. Not only that, but you also have to show proof of your Covid-19 vaccination card every time you step in the hotel entrance.  You have to wear mask all the time eve...