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Short on cash but love seafood?

Carmina was planning to get a haircut on November 12, 2025, at Headway Salon in Tomas Morato . I called Mom Violy to see if she wanted to have lunch together and let her choose the restaurant. She then asked which seafood restaurant is located in Tomas Morato. Carmina sent the link to Mom Violy it is called,  Dampa Seafood Grill . When we arrived at Dampa Seafood Grill, the music was very loud. Since Mom Violy doesn’t like loud music, she asked if they could turn it down a bit. Upon entering, someone will ask how many are in your party; we told them there were only two of us, and they showed us to our seats. Mom Violy also requested a spot away from the direct blast of the air-conditioning. The restaurant has a policy to read before you place your order. Mom Violy decided to order her favorite butter garlic crab and shrimp from the menu, pleased to find the prices affordable. Yes, they have clean restrooms for both genders and a parking area in front of the restaurant. Mom Violy,...
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When Mom Violy spotted Crisostomo’s handwritten menu, something in her chest lit up: home-style lumpia, sinigang steaming in clay pots—could this be the comfort food she’d been missing?

Carmina informed Mom Violy that she would visit her home on Saturday, November 8, 2025. She asked if Mom Violy wanted to go out for lunch and mentioned needing to do some grocery shopping due to an upcoming big storm. Mom Violy suggested trying Crisostomo, a Filipino restaurant inside Robinsons Magnolia. Carmina forwarded the menu for her to choose what she wanted to eat, while Carmina already knew her order. I chose pork barbeque served in a set of three pieces with a vinegar dipping sauce. I skipped rice and opted for lumpiang hubad, fresh lumpia without a wrapper, topped with peanut sauce.  Mom Violy initially craved the classic Pinoy paella, but when it wasn’t available, she decided on sinigang na baboy with an extra serving of rice. A family member chose sisig with garlic rice. Carmina enjoyed her meal with Mom Violy and particularly liked the  lumpiang hubad , though she kept wondering why it had no wrapper. I explained that it’s called "naked" because it’s served witho...
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Mom Violy had tried every restaurant in the mall—until word of Astons’ steak reached her, turning a casual lunch into a mission of delicious discovery.

Carmina planned to visit the newly opened Ikea at Trinoma on All Souls' Day , a Philippine holiday , thinking the mall would be less crowded. She didn’t invite Mom Violy, knowing she doesn’t enjoy going to Trinoma . While talking to Mom Violy on the phone, Carmina mentioned she was heading to Trinoma on Saturday, November 1, and invited her to come along, though she reminded her that she doesn’t like walking around that area. Mom Violy said she couldn’t recall ever visiting Trinoma, mentioning how aging parents tend to forget places they've been to. She expressed a craving for steak for lunch, so Carmina began searching for restaurants in Trinoma and sent her links to choose from. Mom Violy decided on Astons Specialties , which seemed to have the steak she wanted. Upon arriving at Trinoma, unfamiliar with the layout, they discovered two Garden areas where restaurants were located. At Astons Specialties, they were the first customers and were seated at a table, with compliment...
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Sweet news: the Limited-Edition Baby Monster Oreo with marshmallow creme is here — want a bite of this spooky-cute twist?

Carmina went grocery shopping with Mom Violy at Robinsons Magnolia last week. I bought the Oreo just because it looked interesting, having no idea who Baby Monster was at the time.  After getting home, I took some videos and pictures, edited my video, and later discovered on social media that it’s a popular band in South Korea that collaborated with Oreo. Sometimes we learn new things without realizing what we’ve purchased is trending—people often buy the cookies just for the card inside. Carmina only discovered it by posting on her YouTube channel. NOT SPONSORED. Check out  Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  and click on the subscribe button for more videos. Thank you for the support.
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Fresh air, zero power: the eco-friendly dehumidifier that quietly banishes dampness and mildew.

After renovating your home, you may notice a stuffy smell, and it seems like allergies are triggered by the changes in your environment. Carmina saw many trending videos about dehumidifiers that don’t require electricity. With so many brands available, the best way to find out what works is to test them yourself. You can even choose a scent for your home if desired. Personally, I wasn’t looking for any scent; I just wanted to clear the air I breathe daily. I also preferred buying a set since it seemed like an easier and more cost-effective option for adding one to each room. Carmina ordered a set from ClearAire Philippines , finding a pack of four pieces of Activated Charcoal for 318.00 pesos ($5.39), excluding shipping and handling.  Instructions: First, remove the black cover and peel off the aluminum foil, then place the black cover back on top. This prevents anything from coming out of the container and stops anyone, especially children and pets, from consuming what’s inside. I...
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Want to restore a 40-year-old decoration to its former glory? Try these simple, safe cleaning tricks that won’t damage the finish.

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...
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Think you can binge a live stream? Test your endurance—discover how long you can stay and the surprising secret Carmina keeps from everyone

Carmina discovered that she is halfway to being monetized, having completed 2,000 public watch hours . YouTube takes time to review and calculate the watch hours, but it turns out she managed to achieve this within her 365-day period. Carmina’s strategy to get friends to watch your videos is simple—join their live streams.  Last Saturday, I joined a stream of someone already subscribed to Lyn but didn’t know me. Lyn checked out my channel to see who I was and mentioned that if I stayed during her live stream, one of her members would play my playlist to help me with my watch hours.  I agreed without hesitation since I’ve been doing this for my friends. It’s interesting how people don’t always realize how supportive you are until they meet you. I stayed for the entire three-hour stream from start to finish.  The next day, I noticed my public watch hours had increased. These are the videos many of my viewers have been watching.  By reviewing the list, you can identify...
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Celebrate day 365? Here’s what YouTube does to grow after year one

The truth will be revealed when Carmina Lifestyle reaches the deadline of her 365 days on YouTube on October 23, 2025 . A month ago, it was a hot topic among my subscribers who were in a similar situation, with their anniversaries approaching. I also know friends who have had their YouTube channels for many years, and while they didn’t get monetized before their anniversary, they managed to achieve it afterward. Carmina is curious to see how things will unfold for her since she doesn’t do live streaming , unlike my friends who are already monetized. I’ve also noticed other channels with many subscribers that aren’t monetized, even though they do live streaming. Ultimately, it’s really up to you how you want to approach achieving the monetization timeline. Today is Friday, October 24, 2025. Looking at my YouTube Studio data as of October 18, 2025 , my public watch hours are at 1,506 out of 3,000.  It takes time for watch hours to update and reflect accurately. Carmina is not in ...
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Worried about pollution or germs while running errands? See how Carmina chose the right N95 mask for daily use.

Flu season comes around every year in every country, and most people want to avoid catching it from others.  The best way to protect yourself outside is by wearing a face mask, although it’s your choice whether to wear one or not.  Many find that buying a face mask is far less expensive compared to dealing with the flu.  Carmina had a favorite N95 face mask she used during the pandemic , but unfortunately, it’s no longer available.  She had to search for one that would actually fit her face.  I decided to check online for a mask in the color purple , which I prefer to wear. Aoyou033.ph  had it available from Shopee online for thirty pieces of 150.00 pesos ($2.59) not including shipping and handling. NOT SPONSORED. Check out my videos at  Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  and click on subscribe button for free. Thank you for the support.
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