Carmina is traveling to the United States to spend time with her family. My dad planned a family gathering for Mother's Day at their favorite Pinoy restaurant . Since reservations aren’t possible, we arrived an hour early to ensure we could get a table for twelve before everyone else showed up. As my dad approached Isla Grand , the branch we visited in Pleasant Hills, California , the host at the door said they could prepare a table for twelve at five o'clock. Later, the server called my dad's name and guided us to our table. The place was bustling with people enjoying meals and celebrating Mother's Day. On our first visit to Isla Grand, I was captivated by the décor, noticing many native items that gave the place a fancy yet authentic Filipino feel. They usually have a live band, but unfortunately, there was no entertainment the night we went. My family had spoken highly of Isla Grand and encouraged us to try the Filipino dishes we’ve been missing from back home. Lech...
Ever since I was young having a baby face people always misjudge me being a minor. There was one time I was in college in California I was out with my best friend getting our lunch from the shopping mall. There was a security guard who had questioned me. He thought I was in high school cutting classes. There was another time I went to buy lotto at the gas station. The salesman at the counter asked, for my driver's license. I was traveling with my mom to Singapore. My mom had met a new friend at the airport. My mom was told by the new friend you should bring your daughter to Universal Studio. She will really enjoy it there. I was laughing and that time I was in my 40's. I went to my son's parent orientation for college. The teacher announced if you feel you are in the wrong room please leave now. One person approached me who was seated next to me. I think that is you. It use to bother me when I was really young. Now, I feel it is really a c...