Carmina is traveling to the United States to spend time with her family. My dad planned a family gathering for Mother's Day at their favorite Pinoy restaurant . Since reservations aren’t possible, we arrived an hour early to ensure we could get a table for twelve before everyone else showed up. As my dad approached Isla Grand , the branch we visited in Pleasant Hills, California , the host at the door said they could prepare a table for twelve at five o'clock. Later, the server called my dad's name and guided us to our table. The place was bustling with people enjoying meals and celebrating Mother's Day. On our first visit to Isla Grand, I was captivated by the décor, noticing many native items that gave the place a fancy yet authentic Filipino feel. They usually have a live band, but unfortunately, there was no entertainment the night we went. My family had spoken highly of Isla Grand and encouraged us to try the Filipino dishes we’ve been missing from back home. Lech...
People begin to think your about to turn one year older. They look back in what you've accomplished. Friends of mine say age is just a number. Any of us have a number where we fall into, yet we can hide our age by how well we take care of ourselves. If I ask you to guess how old, I am would you believe my answer. Many people think of me being eighteen years younger by my look with no hard work that defines someone's workload on the field of labor using their hands. What is my secret? No stress, eat healthy, exercise, joking around, no alcohol, no smoking, and get enough of eight hours of sleep or more. Have a weekly massage if you cannot afford it, you can learn online. Let someone around you do on you and vice versa it is possible. My family and friends have told me how lucky I am. No hardship financially and don't take out our stress by keeping it with us. Helping others has been my part of having a big heart. It doesn't mean I'll continue to help my friends all t...