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As Carmina prepares for the upcoming changes on February 1, 2027

Carmina heard that YouTube has a new guideline for those who are considering to be fully monetized starting February 1, 2027 , lots of people will be affected. People are already having a difficult time accomplishing 4,000 public watched hour what happens when it is double task. Carmina is grateful she has passed the 3,000 public watched hours yet worried if don't reach being fully monetized. I know it explains that won't be affected however we want to make sure by February 1, 2027, that we are fully monetized giving me five months to work harder. As of August 9, 2026, Carmina has 383 public watched hours to accomplish to be fully monetized. My friends tell me better have extended public watched hours just to be safe. The only way to complete the public watched hours is either you have friends play your playlist, go live streaming and do premiere since counted as a live stream. Somehow, I am grateful had encounter YouTube friends helping me with my public watched hours. The...

Dole Plantation with Pineapple Express Train Tour

Mom Violy wanted to bring Carmina to see the Dole Plantation while we're visiting Hawaii. Gilbert drove us to Dole Plantation where he knew Mom Violy wanted to take pictures of herself. Upon entering  Dole Plantation there are some people wearing face mask it is optional if you want too. There was a lot of tourists when we went there it may say it will take two hours waiting time for the train ride although it is not true. We had asked the person who was receiving the tickets and advised us to purchase our tickets. Pineapple Express Train Tour is about 22 to 25 minutes. Watch my video clip the link provided: https://fb.watch/deYiZRpmIv/ There is a Dole Store to purchase anything related to the Dole Plantation.  Carmina decided to purchase some gummies where she heard Li Hing was very popular. NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for Dole Plantation just a place we wanted to see and experience. Subscribe & Follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover a...

Carmina's Experience from Tonkatsu Tamafuji

Three months ago, Gilbert had made reservation at Tonkatsu Tamafuji a popular place where people will just wait patiently to be seated down at the restaurant. Mom Violy couldn't believe how people will just stand up waiting as more people will arrive. Now you begin to wonder why people would be excited to eat Tonkatsu Tamafuji's food. Honestly Gilbert has tried their food many times but wanted to share his experiences with Mom Violy and Carmina. Gilbert had explained each meal comes with your choice of soup and rice from their menu. You won't believe someone is walking around carry cabbage salad to refill your plate to those who want more. Gilbert asked what we wanted to eat. Mom Violy said she'll try the 5 Pieces Oyster Katsu Teishoku with Tofu and Seaweed Miso Soup and White Rice. Carmina ordered the 5 Pieces Shrimp Katsu with Tofu and Seaweed Miso and Seasoned Mixed Rice. Gilbert ordered the 5 Pieces Jyukusei Pork Tender Lion Katsu with Red Miso and Oyster Soup and S...

Night Life at Royal Waikiki

Carmina wanted to watch a Luau, yet Mom Violy didn't feel like watching one because she claim she saw one ten years ago. It has been ten years since Mom Violy has been to Hawaii. The last time Carmina went to Hawaii was thirty years ago with her sister Charina and Gilbert during our college years. Time flies where everything has changed when the last time you've visited. Gilbert decided to show us the nightlife of Hawaii and walk around inside the oldest hotel called, " Royal Waikiki ". Carmina was able to get a glimpse inside at the garden where people we're very lively enjoy life with any problems. From any ages you get see Hawaiian dancers perform for a short moment in time. Here is the link to watch a free luau from Carmina Lifestyle: https://fb.watch/dc4w7ZgUUo/ NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for Royal Waikiki and watching the performance of luau at night life. Subscribe & Follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover and share. Thank...

Carmina's First Louis Vuitton Shoulder Bag

Moment in life you realize you need to be in the trend of owning your own designer brand leather handbag often seen Mom Violy carrying around with her. Carmina decided to treat herself for once in her life. Even though we treasure our money flow we need to enjoy it when we feel there is an opportunity for us to own something greater. Some people owning a branded bag is no big deal however when you are with among people who own one sometimes you wished you owned one of your own. Charina had informed Mom Violy and Carmina to look for Michelle who is the manager of Louis Vuitton. Upon entering Louis Vuitton, the employee will ask you at the door to wait and how many you're with due to the pandemic they want to make sure there are less people inside. We had asked for Michelle and allowed us to browse around inside to see what may interest us. Michelle had introduced herself to Mom Violy and Carmina asking what particular Louis Vuitton bag we had in mind. Carmina requested for a cross b...

Mom Violy Craving for Dim Sum at Tim Ho Wan

Gilbert asked Mom Violy what she wanted to eat for dinner. Mom Violy said she is craving for dimsum. Gilbert said, oh I know a place you can try usually there are a lot of people eating there at this time. The best part we got lucky when we had arrived at Tim Ho Wan where there we're hardly any people probably it was too early to start their dinner. Upon entering  Tim Ho Wan they'll ask if whether you want to dine outside or inside the restaurant proceed to your table and hand you a menu and a paper to cross out which ones you would like to order. Gilbert asked Mom Violy and Carmina what she wants to order off the menu. Mom Violy order is the following: Deep Fried Eggplant with Shrimp Pan Fried Noodles Carmina wanted to try Pan Fried Chicken Dumpling with Ginger Essence Beverage Slushed Mango  Gilbert recommended to try Baked BBQ Pork Bun (3 pieces) Steamed Rice with Pork and Preserved Vegetables Steamed Pork Ribs with Black Bean Sauce Steamed Pork and Shrimp Dumpling Steam V...

Mom Violy Touring Us inside Ala Moana Hotel

Mom Violy loves to dress up and model her clothing when she is traveling. To this event Mom Violy has an opportunity to show us around inside  Ala Moana Hotel where we are currently staying during our vacation. Our brother in-law Gilbert is our sponsor who had provided us to stay inside Ala Moana Hotel. We are very thankful for him showing us around giving us a tour of how the Hawaiian live with the food we're able to try. Let's start off with Mom Violy she is too excited to show us around. This is just the beginning where we'll have another tour with Mom Violy hopefully, she'll know where to go back to her room. 😂🤣 NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!

Eat Just Like the Locals in Hawaii at Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen

  Just when you feel really lucky that you don't need to wait too long to eat at Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen where Gilbert brought us to have our meals for the day. The menu is not provided so you to download the from taking a picture to direct you to the website: The best way to go is eat with those who have known what food can fill up your stomach with food that is very popular to everyone. Come and join us while we'll share what food we have ordered from the menu letting Gilbert do it for Mom Violy and Carmina. First of all, if you love to eat chicken high recommended is Mochiko Chicken Plate from Grandma's Kitchen. Hawaiian Style Kalbi Short Ribs Plate Banana Pancake with Macadamia Nut Sauce Orange Guava Drink Carmina was able to experience eating at  Boots & Kimo's where people drive just to try their popular dishes that is Hawaiian Style. NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for food served at Boots & Kimo's. Subscribe & Follow...