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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...

Becky's Craving for Iced Caramel Macchiato from Barista Coffee Beans

Carmina asked around where we can get some coffee inside Fishermall. Someone suggested to try Barista located at the ground floor located across from the Christmas tree decorations. Becky asked, Carmina to assist her reading the menu since the print was too small.  Carmina asked, the person what is their best seller. The person said on the cold beverages it is Sapporo.  Becky decided to get the Iced Caramel Macchiato.  Ate Cynthia wanted the Matcha being cold beverages. Becky asked, Carmina what is that you want. I said, I'll pass because if I drink coffee in the late afternoon. I won't be able to sleep. Ate Cynthia said, next time around she'll ask for less ice. She said, the matcha taste it is the powdered version. Becky enjoyed her drink with any complaints.  NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!

Carmina Reunite with Ate Cynthia after 29 Years

Ever have people you've met in the past and never saw them for a long time. Becky has been trying to put Carmina to meet her older sister Cynthia for a long time. We just don't have the right time. The last time I met Ate Cynthia was year 1994 when I was living in the Philippines. I met Becky with our common friends. Becky had invited me over to her home where she grew up with her siblings. During that time, I hardly spoke Tagalog since I grew up in California. I only understood Tagalog since my parents spoke to me when I was young. I spoke back in English. It was great seeing Ate Cynthia for just the day. We found out that we had a lot of things in common when it comes to food. The reason why I call her Ate is because she is older than me for sign of respect. After spending time, I found Ate Cynthia love taking pictures of the scenery and videos.  Ate Cynthia is very reserved, simple and outspoken person easy to talk too.  Who knows it is just our first meeting and one day we...