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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...

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...