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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...

After 5 Years Dining at Sugi Japanese Restaurant

Carmina had a family member who was the one who introduced Sugi Japanese Restaurant to her five years ago. We used to dine there every time there was a special occasion. Upon entering on the left side there will be someone to assist you asking how many you are, so they have found a table for you.  I suggest if you are a lot, you can call ahead and make a reservation.  After entering five years later you notice the decoration and the menu has upgraded. Looking at the menu got me so confused good thing the server was able to explain it to us. Mom Violy's common Japanese food is always the chicken teriyaki bento box. The person helping us said they have items off the menu. Mom Violy was able to get her favorite chicken teriyaki bento box includes with Japanese rice and miso soup. Mom Violy also wanted some sushi, yet she cannot remember what she had ordered. Elle and her friend Esa shared mixed vegetable tempura and sushi that had eel. I am not sure what the name of sushi is....