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Small space, big problem: Mom Violy’s search for a compact shoe rack stool cabinet led to a clever find that saves room and time.

Mom Violy forwards a picture she saw online to Carmina a shoe rack stool cabinet . Carmina sent to Mom Violy found they have the one she was looking for at  INSLIFE  Online Shopee Philippines for 878.00 pesos ($14.88) not including shipping and handling. Carmina asked Mom Violy what color she would like for the cushion choice was white, grey and brown. There was also a choice of measurements sending it to Mom Violy decided to see which one she prefers for her home. Carmina had ordered it the next day it had arrived asking for cash on delivery the service is very fast. Only problem is that there were no instructions in the box Carmina had message the seller how will she assemble all the pieces on the shoe rack. I just looked at the photo that was from the seller going based how to assemble everything together counting all the pieces to make sure it was complete. The seller sent me the video when almost completely done when check there was no holes on the cushion since the scre...

Did you know Don Blanc makes Korean BBQ that's a total crowd-pleaser?

Out of the blue the family wanted to have dinner at  Don Blanc  located at Oakland, California. Upon entering the server will ask how many you are and handing you the menu. We just let our family members order the food since they are regular customer. Onion Salad Meat, Vegetables and Pineapple Corn with Melted Cheese Soon Tofu Soup Steamed Egg Japchae Family had grilled the food for us can watch the video at  Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel . Remember to click subscribe for free future updates. NOT SPONSORED.

Want to beat the DMV crowd? Try this secret trick.

Mom Violy wanted to renew her driver's license yet wasn't able to make an appointment online. Mom Violy never received a renewal notice wasn't sure because of her age. Her son in-law joked maybe we need to make it a new applicant and take an exam.  Mom Violy got scared said no I will just walk in person at the DMV which stands for Department of Motor Vehicle. Mom Violy's brother said try going to the DMV when it is about to close because there is a way they can assist you. Uncle Ando had picked us at the house at 3:30 PM. Upon the enter even if you're a senior citizen there is no priority got to line up like anyone else without an appointment. There will be a man holding a tablet asking you question what needs to be done asking for your mobile number because you will receive a text message. You will receive a DMV ticket #G410. All you need to do is find a place to seat down and monitor yourself making sure when they call your number at the screen. The  DMV office w...

Are your friends missing out by ignoring social media?

Carmina has never experience having someone against being a blogger living in the Philippines all my family and friends are very supportive in what I am doing. Carmina went to visit California to spend her vacation with Mom Violy and Tita Edna. It was my first time when one of my best friends asked me a question. Are you going to spend time with me just to blog or is it because the quality time since we haven't seen other. Do you really need to define what our friendship is? I was unprepared and said, oh my I need to adjust myself. I didn't say it to my best friend kept it to myself. Although I wanted to share where my location was to me taking videos and pictures is to save for my memories when we get older. It is let people know my location. Even if we have friends who are not supportive. We can always crop them out and not even show who they are. I have seen that many times from my friends who I have subscribed too. What happens when suddenly you need to adjust yourself? My ...