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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...
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Carmina the Stray 🐈Cat in Poppo Live

Carmina realized when she runs out of coin in Poppo Live. She can just easily withdraw from her account and transfer the amount she needs to make it enough. We can give ourselves a limit on how much we want to spend by giving gifts to others. Those who don't know Carmina is an agent in Poppo Live just don't have anyone working with me. I am solo flight. I am enjoying myself because there are no rules and obligation.  I had trade my 5k of coins to Risa. While we are seating down at the crown chair we are sending gifts to each other. It was exciting sending gifts to those who are participate.  There are moments Poppo is being stringy not giving any coins back to you. Other times we can win coins back just for an experience I decided to give 10 cheer sticks to each person. I won 3,000 coins back from me. Amy had introduced me to her sister in-law and cousin. These are the three who I have been trading my coins.  We are four simple Filipina who haven't met each other in perso...
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Welcome Wandering Jew Plant to a New Home

Carmina has adjusted herself in the home she currently lives in.  Factor is when we begin seeing how we need to make the home air free by adding plants. Carmina is not a plant person.  Reality is when the air and construction of the neighborhood is affecting you to get allergies.  We need to find a solution. I remember growing up in California. Mom Violy had a lot of house plants inside her home. Carmina asked Mom Violy if she can help me out find plants. I can put downstairs and upstairs in the house. Mom Violy said, look for what kind of plants would be good in your home. Mom Violy had informed Carmina that we can buy the soil. Carmina said, I'd prefer the one that already has a soil. I don't think I have a green thumb.  I have no clue how to do it.  Carmina and Mom Violy went shopping at Quezon City Memorial Circle to see what plants to buy. Every summer we know this the best time to do their gardening in their homes.  Mom Violy couldn't believe the pric...
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Carmina the Tour Guide Showing Becky at Gateway 2 Mall

Carmina has been to Gateway 2 Mall so many times. Every time you visit there is always something new to see. Becky had mentioned she hasn't been inside Gateway 2 Mall. Carmina decided to show Becky around from the beginning enter inside from Gateway proceed to the extension of Gateway 2.  From Gateway 2 from the entrance outside I had also showed it to Becky just in case she would like to explore on her own. Carmina had mentioned to Becky there is a church in Gateway 2, but I've seen it yet. Becky said, sure let's look for it together.  I did my research online to see where it would be located and saw if you enter through the cinema from Gateway 2 from the back looks like construction is a hallway. Seeing there was open area with sunlight seeing access of escalator where I was able to see seniors walking and a security guard. I asked the security guard where the escalator would lead to the top was informed the church was located at the roof top. The name of the church is ...
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Mashed Squash and Carrot Recipe

Lots of people make mashed potato ever thought combining squash and carrots together would make a better meal. Carmina was tired eating her squash and carrots how we normally do. Mashed Squash and Carrot Recipe Ingredients: 2 Cups - Squash (peeled and cubes) 1 - Carrot (peeled and cubes) 2 Cups - Water 1 - Vegetable Cube (any brand) 2 Tbsp. - Butter (any brand) Cooking and Preparing Instructions: I was making my meal starting off boiling it in a pot having it peel and sliced up in cubes. It won't take too long to have it cooked up. Rather using plain water for boiling the water adding vegetable broth for my seasoning.  After it was fully cooked letting it cool down, I had strained the squash and carrots. Set aside the broth can be used for something else. I had placed the squash, carrots and some butter inside the food processor.  Someone teased me saying my mashed squash and carrots can resemble baby food.  Everyone started eating food that was mashed up although it woul...
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Have you've tried putting banana in your toast bread?

When you think about it Carmina is going advance, we are approaching the month of March in the Philippines summer is coming. People tend to place themselves in a diet or go toward a healthy style of living. Just happened to Carmina's condition which is not really bad since we can work around by food we can eat. Carmina has started eating wheat bread found the best one she has preferred to purchase in the Philippines. I used to think wheat bread was dry with no flavor.  My favorite brand is Monde Soft Wheat Bread.  I guess we learn from when we can only eat wheat bread and explore by making meals out of it. Have you tried putting sliced banana on your toast bread? Banana Toast with Vegan Cinnamon Almond Cashew Butter Recipe Ingredients: Wheat or white bread (any brand) Toaster Vegan Cinnamon Almond Cashew Butter (any brand) 1 Ripen Banana (sliced) Prepare: Toast how many slices of bread you want to eat for breakfast. Spread the almond cinnamon cashew butter on toast bread and a...
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Carmina's Review on Buko Pandan Loaf from Edsa Shangri-la Hotel Bake Shop

Mom Violy had informed me that she would like to buy her banana bread at the Edsa Shangri-la Hotel  bake shop. Entering inside the bake shop Mom Violy asked me what I wanted to buy. First thing I saw was the buko pandan loaf. It was the last one on the shelf.  Mom Violy said are you sure this is the one you want. I said yes. I've never seen it before inside the bake shop. I am not sure if it is a seasonal item being holy week.  The price of the Buko Pandan Loaf is 260.00 pesos ($4.73) but if you have a senior card or PWD there is a discount on the baked goods. Coming home I took pictures for you to see what the buko pandan loaf look inside when you sliced it up. I've been eating for the past days the buko pandan loaf is still moist and soft placed inside the refrigerator in an airtight plastic container. Inside the buko pandan loaf is coconut where you can see is color white and color of the loaf in green of the pandan. How does the buko pandan loaf taste? Biting in the b...
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French Beans Fries Recipe

Any type of vegetables can easily be cooked inside the air fryer or grilled to those who don't have one available. All you need to do is make sure you marinate the vegetables ahead of time giving up to thirty minutes let the spices soak on top. I have learned using an air fryer is very easy to use something to enjoy by exploring with food. French Beans Fries Recipe Ingredients: 1 - Pack of French Beans (remove the ends and clean) Olive Oil  Black Pepper Salt Prepare: After washing the French beans remember to strain out the water place it on a plate drizzle some olive oil using your hands to mix it together. Add the black pepper and salt or any other spices you would like to put on the French beans marinated for thirty minutes. Air Fryer: Place French beans inside the air fryer put it on vegetable setting and cook until it is cooking the way you want it. It doesn't take a long time since my French beans were too thin it took only five minutes until it was cooked. Everyone's...
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Easy Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

We know comfort food is always something people prefer to eat at home. We can eat a simple meal just having three ingredients in your kitchen. Some people combine grilled cheese sandwich with a bowl of soup on the side. Or we can eat with our favorite chips anything is possible to make a complete meal. Easy Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe Ingredients: Sliced Bread (any brand) Sliced Cheese (any brand) Butter (any brand) Prepare the cheese sandwich before ready to have it cook on the stove top. Cooking: In a nonstick pan put some small amount of butter on low heat place the cheese sandwich on the pan press with a spatula to make the cheese melt in between the sliced bread.  Flip and a small amount of butter on the other side of the bread do the same.  Place on a plate and ready to eat. Those who would like to upgrade their grilled cheese sandwich may want to try this other recipe. Grilled Cheese with Chicken Sandwich Recipe NOT SPONSORED.   Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle You...
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Plant Based Salmon Pho Soup Recipe

Often when you cook food that is plant based it may taste off from your taste buds.  Must try this one because you won't know it is healthy for you.  Carmina was able to make salmon pho soup by using same ingredients in my recipe of  Vietnamese Pho Soup . The only difference we would revise the broth by adding the one cube of  Massel Instant Pho Cubes Plant Based . Plant Based Salmon Pho Soup Recipe Ingredients: Salmon (pre-cooked) 1 - Piece Vermicelli (soak in hot water) 6 Pieces - Fish ball (any brand and sliced in the middle) Vegetables of your choice 2 Cups - Water 1 Piece of Massel Pho Soup Plant Based Cube Cooking: Just add two cups of water in a small pot once it begins to boil add one cube of Massel Pho Soup Plant based broth mashed it. Add the vegetables, fish ball and once it is almost cook add the salmon simmer a bit once you can smell the broth and vegetables are cooked.  Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy you homecooked meal. NOT SPONSORED. Subscr...
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Have you ever tried Asian Massel Instant Pho Cubes Plant Based?

Have you ever tried Asian Massel Instant Pho Cubes Plant Based? Carmina decided to use her leftover salmon by using Asian Massel Instant Pho Cubes Plant Based purchased from  Nature's Harvest  Online Shopee Philippines. The price for one box is 119.00 pesos ($2.13) not including shipping and handling. I was able to try by making Salmon Pho Soup. It was actually good since you know it is plant based some people don't want to be on the healthy side. Those who would like to try cooking the Salmon Pho Plant Based Soup Recipe is to clink to the link: Plant Based Salmon Pho Soup Recipe After I was cooking and everything was boiling in the pot I can smell the aroma in the kitchen. I couldn't wait to try my meal after taking a video of my homecooked salmon pho soup. Make how you would like to make your pho soup in your location. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!
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Salmon Potato Salad Recipe

When you have so many marble potatoes in your kitchen tired of eating them the same way. Carmina had leftover salmon she had grilled in her air fryer the other day. I was craving for potato salad since not allowed to eat any chicken right now. I was thinking why I can't improvise my ingredients to my potato salad in my home. Salmon Potato Salad Recipe Ingredients: Grilled Salmon (remove bones) Marble Potatoes (boiled and sliced in the middle) 1/2 - Onions (chopped) Mayo (any brand) Preparing: First thing to do is remove all bones from the salmon a way to do it use a fork by mashing it.  Place it in a bowl by adding all ingredients no need to season since the salmon was already seasoned with salt and black pepper. Add enough mayonnaise based on your taste buds.  Place in the refrigerator if you want it cold and can be eaten the next day. Optional: You can add any other ingredients in your salmon potato salad. I like mine simple. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouT...
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Teriyaki Boneless Bangus Recipe

Carmina got tired eating boneless bongus with salt and black pepper. Carmina decided to play by ear and try mixing ingredients together and see how it would work out. It was successful would like to share to you in case you're the type who love to cook to explore. Teriyaki Boneless Bangus Recipe Ingredients: 1 - Pack of Boneless Bangus not marinated (any brand) 1/2 Cup - Kikkoman Lite Soy Sauce 1/2 Cup - Brown Sugar 1 Tbsp. - Minced Garlic 1/2 Tsp. - Black Pepper 1 Tbsp. - Cornstarch Plastic Container with lid Marinated Sauce Combine all ingredients together in the plastic container mix together before adding the boneless bangus. Place down one piece to the marinated sauce the second one face up both ways the mixture will go on each boneless bangus. Place in the refrigerator 8 hours or overnight.  Cooking Those who have an air fryer can add olive oil on the back of the boneless bangus before placing inside on fish cooking mode.  On my air fryer I just cooked it for 7 minutes i...
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Tips: How to Order from Amazon Residence of the Philippines

Are you aware those living in the Philippines you can order from Amazon in the United States?  Someone had mentioned to Carmina that you can directly order in  Amazon  even if you use the address in the Philippines. I had no clue it was possible.  First you will make an account in Amazon by filling up the information with name, address, phone number and credit card information. Search online what you would like to place and put in your cart once you've decided what your final purchase will be filling up the required information. Normally I would travel to California on the month of May with Mom Violy to do my shopping. This year I won't be visiting my family and friends. I wanted to buy myself a Jansport backpack since the one I have is no longer in good condition.  I don't want to bother my family who will be visiting over the Philippines. I don't like asking for favors or adding additional weight to their luggage. My favorite style which I am use too kind of l...
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Mom Violy and Carmina Exploring inside Edsa Shangri-la Hotel Pool Area

Mom Violy and Carmina had arrived early at  Edsa Shangri - la Hotel began taking pictures outside the swimming pool area. Carmina walked where the water fountain took some videos and pictures.  Mom Violy saw a something that looked can be for honeymooners wanting to take pictures.  Mom Violy joked around saying she is single looking for a boyfriend. I teased her sure we can ask our followers to look for my stepdad.  Mom Violy joked around saying she loves being single no need to think of someone else.  We took some pictures at the swimming pool area before heading to our lunch at Summer Palace Chinese Restaurant  located at the second floor. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!
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Lunch with Family at Summer Palace Restaurant

Carmina had received a group chat in Facebook messenger from Tita Marissa. She had informed that she is in town wanted to have lunch with Mom Violy and me on March 12, 2024. Tita Marissa said to meet have lunch at  Summer Palace Chinese Restaurant  requested Mom Violy to make a reservation. Mom Violy made a reservation for eleven thirty in the morning.  Uncle Danny, Tita Marissa and Dra had arrived greeted each other began making conversation. Mom Violy had placed an order of our food. Tita Marissa said she wanted half of a duck served with pancake, green onion, cucumber with hoisin sauce. Uncle Danny said he wanted steam lapu lapu. Mom Violy ordered prawn with vegetables, birthday noodles and yang chow fried rice. Carmina requested to take pictures before we'll eat our meal the server Benji took our photo. Everyone was busy talking with each other Tita Marissa ordered some desserts the Buchi and mango pudding. Carmina couldn't believe how big the Buchi has become since i...
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