Friday, January 2, 2026

Karne Norte

Jay and I received two pieces of canned corned beef. It was so perfect that we got them during the holidays that all of our kids are home. 

Yna and her husband, Larry, who are based in New York arrived a few days before Christmas. This is one of the many things I am thankful for: my married daughter still enjoys visiting home on often.

I don't exactly have no idea what the fuss is all about with this brand, that it's sold for as high as $35 (Php2,058+) per can on online marketplaces in America.

 We got a twin.


It's a Philippine brand and was gifted by our friends Esil and Jason, Jay's colleague.

I've only heard and read about this online.

We've waited for my little sister to come back from a quick trip to California to visit our Queen Mother until I cooked it. 

Just before we departed for Brooklyn this morning, we had it for breakfast. We will be in New York just for the weekend.

By the way, I also cooked a different brand of corned beef from New Zealand for comparison.

There's no doubt about it. The hype is accurate. It's tasty, and orgasmic. 

Between the two brands, we all aapproved the Filipino one. 

It's always a blessing to be able to share an experience with your entire family, no matter how simple you think it is.

Thank you, Esil and Jason. 

Yehey!

My sister and I were in the family discussing her choice of sofa set for her future purchase. We also hope to buy some of her things for her new apartment from the thrift store, and all of a sudden I blurted out loud...

"What makes a person legitimately called a professional thrifter? Can I be considered one?"

My son-in-law, aka my SOIL, heard our conversation from the kitchen. 

"That's you, Mama. Definitely!" he said.

OMG! That never crossed my mind, and I have been doing what I've been doing for over 20 years. 

I will definitely add that description to my social media profile. 

I sold 3 vintage items today. My buena mano of 2026!

1970s Spencer Douglas red overlap wool-blend coat 
Made in USA

90s - 00s Specialty Projects Corp. sweater
Made in USA

90s - 00s Edward Harvey brown calfskin portfolio folder


YEHEY! Thank you, customers!

I'll ship them all off on Monday because I'm heading out of town tomorrow. 

Hi, 2026!

Happy New Year!

I wish everyone a happy, healthy, and peaceful new year.