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Tired of the new rules, Carmina closed her Google Maps account — what pushed her over the edge?

It’s been months since Carmina last posted on her Google Maps. I started doing it just for fun, exploring new places to dine and travel, and sharing those spots with others. Back in 2017, I wasn’t even blogging yet. Over the years, I received numerous email updates about changes, but in September, the removal of followers on Google Maps felt particularly strange. There’s no point in complaining about it. I decided not to close my account, as it wasn’t an option, but I did delete all the photos I had contributed over the years. I have fond memories of seeing which photos were popular and had hoped to share them with you. It was surprising to see how many views my pictures had accumulated. While deleting them, I noticed that many restaurants and bakeries no longer exist, with some marked as unknown on the map. Most of my photos were from the pandemic period, a time when I could fully express myself and write about the food I enjoyed. Let's take a trip down memory lane with Carmina th...

Carmina's Experience on the San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuters use San Francisco Bay Ferry to ride based on the schedules given. Rather drive your car you can go to San Francisco just 25 minutes one way. All you need to do is purchase tickets online giving you to swipe before upon boarding the ferry to San Francisco Bay Ferry allow you to bring your bikes. In front of the San Francisco Bay Ferry there is a bike rack those who want to bring along with you. The area to reach the port is in Alameda. California where the parking is free to the public. Riding the San Francisco Bay Ferry make sure you have your face mask on. Anyone who need to work on the laptop there are tables provided and plugs to charge any electronic gadgets located on the wall near the windows. The best part there are public restrooms provided for both men and women. The restrooms are big, clean for you to use provided with hand soap and toilet paper. The ferry is air-conditioned.  There is no assigned seat you may pick where you want to seat down. Upon leaving after...

Father's Day Dinner from Holly's Mandarin

Everyone wants to a good meal in celebration of Father's Day even though the family is not complete we can still celebrate without them. Carmina placed an order from Holly's Mandarin asking Papa Ping what he wanted to eat. Papa Ping requested for Salt & Pepper Pork Chop. Mom Violy wanted to eat Honey Walnut Prawns and Barbecue Pork Chow Mein. Carmina just ordered from Door Dash having it delivered to our home. We got free Buchi for dessert. Holly's Mandarin  has always been a favorite restaurant for the family living in California. NOTE: Carmina is not selling or advertising for food served at Holly's Mandarin. Subscribe & Follow @  Carmina Lifestyle  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support!