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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...

Highly Recommended to Eat at Fusion Delight in San Leandro, California

A top fan from Carmina Lifestyle says they want to see a second time before you leave off from your final destination returning back to the Philippines. Auntie Fil wanted to treat Mom Violy and Carmina for dim sum in which her friend brought her to Fusion Delight. Auntie Fil wanted Mom Violy to try it having us treat for the night. It turned out that dim sum is only served from the hours of 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday to Sunday. The time we went to eat was dinner time starting at 5:00 PM. It was alright we had enjoyable time trying dishes that we could eat off from  Fusion Delight's menu.  Mom Violy wanted to eat Steam Lapu Lapu since it has been a long time, she has eaten fish. Auntie Fil wanted to try their Pork with Vegetables and Mixed Fried Rice. Free Dessert: Those who are visiting the Bay Area and want to eat delicious Chinese food highly recommended to eat at the Fusion Delight located in San Leandro, California. Fusion Delight only does reservation to those who are se...

Mom Violy Craving for Ray's Crab Shack in Newark, California

Mom Violy wanted to eat seafood with her close friend Luvy whom she hasn't seen over ten years. They we're friends since their youthful years. Carmina suggested to try Ray's Crab Shack in Newark, California. Carmina did all the arrangement making sure Auntie Luvy was available to meet. Carmina had picked up Auntie Luvy from her home along with Mom Violy. Once you've have placed your order from the Ray's Crab Shack Menu, they will start adding items on your table they don't give out plate you'll be eating from the table. Starting off our meal Auntie Luvy and Mom Violy had Clam Chowder Soup. Auntie Luvy doesn't like eating messy food she had ordered Maine Lobster Sandwich. Mom Violy and Carmina shared the Shrimp & Crab Deluxe Bag Mild Cajun Garlic along with Garlic Noodles. Carmina wanted to try their New Boba Mango Milk Tea. Just in case you're in the area and want to get messy with your hands or not there are food provided for everyone must try  ...

Mom Violy's Favorite Huong Lan Newark Sandwiches & Noodle Soup in Newark, California

After Carmina had informed Mom Violy she ate pho soup over the weekend. Mom Violy started craving for Pho Soup that she uses to eat at Huong Lan Newark Sandwiches & Noodle Soup in Newark, California with her friends. Memory comes when you spend time years growing up discovering restaurants you want to eat. Mom Violy ordered the Special Combination Beef Noodle Soup. Mom Violy couldn't finish it and had the leftovers for takeout. Carmina ordered the BBQ Chicken #4 that comes with soup. Huong Lan Newark Sandwiches & Noodle Soup  has an option for takeout or dine inside the restaurant where they'll hand you a menu and pay at the counter once done eating. For those who cannot finish your food they'll provide you containers to bring it home for you to do it on your own. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!

Carmina's Review on Naked Fish Japanese Restaurant in Hayward, California

Just when you have a best friend Eloine who would like to see you during your California visit along with Mom Violy. Eloine asked Carmina what you feel like eating for us to treat you out. Carmina asked Mom Violy and she said that Japanese food would be great since I haven't eaten it for a long time. Eloine had told Carmina there is a Japanese Restaurant that she common compare from other places she has tried and to narrow it down Naked Fish has always been the best for her taste buds. Carmina and Eloine scheduled a date to meet up. Carmina had an opportunity to have Jessa the daughter of Eloine serves us food from Naked Fish. Must Try Naked Fish Special: We had ordered the following from the Naked Fish Special. Lobster Crunch Roll Grilled Squid Poke Roll The owner himself had given us complimentary sushi called, "Sunny Roll" it is made like a California Roll that has been deep fried and shape of a sun with colorful colors on the plate. The rest of the family ordered a Be...

Singapore's Number 1 Pandan Chiffon

Carmina was able to try Singapore's Number 1 Pandan Chiffon. How did she get the chance if she was visiting California? Carmina's family just came back from Singapore during their vacation. Pandan Chiffon is very soft moist and not too sweet.  Too bad it got deform from the trip going home although the taste didn't change because we're able to finish it right away. Those who are in the area of Singapore must try  Bengawan Sinapore's Number 1 Pandan Chiffon . Mom Violy was wondering she went to Singapore three times why she never found it. In life someone will introduce you to something new and this is the case family member who love to discover new. NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for Bengawan Singapore's Pandan Chiffon. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!

Carmina Found Her Old Employee from Ross Dress for Less after 22 Years.

Out of the blue while shopping at Ross Dress for Less asking at the fitting room where is the restroom located. After taking a glance at the employee in charge while talking to her even with a face mask on Carmina approached the person. If her name is Evelyn Torres. Evelyn said, yes from excitement we both recognized each other. Evelyn said the tone of my voice gave away that I was Carmina. Short Story: Evelyn use to be an employee at the Subway Sandwiches in Newark, California. Carmina's parents use to own and manage on year 1989 to 2000. It was great seeing Evelyn after twenty-two years ago. Carmina's article in case you want to read it: How does your friend remember you from the past? NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for Ross Dress for Less or Subway Sandwiches. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!

Fourth of July Dinner from East Ocean Seafood Restaurant

  Papa Ping wanted to Carmina to order dinner through Door Dash Delivery. Carmina helped Papa Ping order his food through the application looking at the menu at East Ocean Seafood Restaurant. Carmina notice that East Ocean Seafood Restaurant closes and re-open at 5 o'clock in the afternoon. The menu maybe different from lunch or dinner. The reason why Carmina knows because Papa Ping was placing his order at 2 o'clock but wanted his meal to arrive in the evening for dinner. Some items are not available Carmina suggested another steak cubes for our dinner. Our menu from East Ocean Seafood Restaurant is the following: Sirloin Steak Cubes & Green Onion since we had a family member who doesn't eat onion. Carmina made an edit they added a different vegetable to our dish. Prawns with Salt &Hot Pepper Chinese Broccoli  Carmina was able to see East Ocean Seafood Restaurant before clicking the story at the link given: East Ocean Seafood Restaurant in Alameda, California To go...

Carmina's Review on Pho Lyfe Vietnamese Restaurant

Sometimes you have friends who has no one to dine in a restaurant they make a list of places they would like to eat when someone comes around. Carmina hung out with a college friend during the fourth of July weekend. The weather in California has change in some part of the area when it is cold you want to eat something warm in your stomach. Carmina's friend brought her to Pho Lyfe Vietnamese Restaurant. Upon entering Pho Lyfe Vietnamese Restaurant there is outdoor dining or indoor depending on your preference the doors are open wide in case you have decided to eat inside. During that time of Carmina's visit there we're customers inside eating however they we're spread apart for social distancing from tables and chairs. Those who are concern no need to worry because the Pho Lyfe Vietnamese Restaurant is clean and there is hand sanitizer on your table. Carmina had ordered the small serving of Seafood Pho Soup. The serving of their Pho Soup is very big can consume not only...

Mom Violy Craving for Carl's Jr.

Mom Violy was trying to figure out what she wanted to eat for lunch. Carmina mentioned she ate at Carl's Jr. over the weekend. Mom Violy suddenly craved for the Famous Star with Cheese from Carl's Jr . Mom Violy only wanted the Famous Star with Cheese since she wanted to drink something else. Carmina ordered her favorite Western Bacon Cheeseburger having it a combo with fries and regular drink. Carmina suggested to eat in the car having our windows opened. The life we live in sometimes it is best to eat in our car having the windows open rather dining inside a restaurant with other customers. Of course, it your choice where you want to eat your food. NOTE: Carmina is not selling, or advertising food served at Carl's Jr. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!

Visit of Mom Violy's Father in Fremont, California

Carmina had suggested to Mom Violy we should visit her father while her doctor appointment is in the area. It has been three years since we last went to visit her father, Jose Ditico Carmina's grandfather has passed away year 1989 where the cemetery didn't have any houses during that time. The only way you can park your car is in the neighborhood. Upon entering Mom Violy was wondering how she can find her father reading all the grave plates inside the cemetery. Mom Violy told Carmina it is near the front gate. Carmina went separate ways while Mom Violy said for some reason her father was leading the way to find him. Mom Violy had her chance to spend some time and placing some flowers on his grave. Carmina was able to take a picture and video during our visit to let our family and friends we went to visit him. NOTE: Carmina is not selling, or advertising services made for the cemetery where her grandfather was buried. Subscribe & follow @ Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, ...