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...
When family friends inform you of their visit to the Philippines , it’s common for them to update you on their schedule and let you know when they’re free to meet. Carmina messaged Tita Edita, suggesting lunch with Mom Violy. Tita Edita mentioned that her son and husband, Tito Rozel, would also join, which was great news for us since we were excited to see them again. As the day of our gathering approached, Tita Edita asked whether lunch or dinner would work better. Mom Violy preferred lunch, so we agreed on October 4, 2024. Later, Mom Violy noticed a post from Tita Edita mentioning they had wanted to eat at Manam but had to wait as they were number 15 in line before being served. Mom Violy decided to make the lunch be at Manam Comfort Filipino inside Robinsons Magnolia . Mom Violy ensured she arrived early to secure the reservation, making sure we could hold our spot as the restaurant only allowed four people. She had invited Edna to join us for lunch and had already...