July 2020

INDEPENDENCE DAY 

A celebration of our nation and our grandmother, Mama Fili. We hope you all had a safe and fun holiday weekend and started your month of July with family and friends.  Understand that we have a Nation that was built with sweat and tears to provide freedoms from the Mother Land of England.  Let us not forget that we call July 4th, Independence Day for a reason.  We were happy to celebrate my grandmother, Mama Fili's birthday, who is now 84 years old and still has one of the sharpest minds. The sweetest, most caring soul, who will cook a Filipino feast whenever you want!  A few of her characteristics and formulas for living a long life is staying on routine.  She attends dialysis three days a week and makes certain to have a balanced breakfast on those days to assist with the strenuous routine of this life saving routine.  Mama Fili is going on her 8th year of dialysis and the Da Vita Clinic of Scripps Encinitas have been a true life saver for her.  We had such a scare last year that every day with Mama Fili is a gift.  Thank you all for the prayers and well wishes for her.  We hope that your 4th of July Celebration was spent with family and friends.  We typically celebrate on our patio watching the Carlsbad Village Barrio Wars as neighbors try to out do each other with a cool neighborhood firework show.   

Strong and Beautiful Mama Fili 

Happy Birthday, We Love You! 

ADDISON’S BIRTHDAY, the agencies best telemarketer to date !!!

To celebrate Addison’s big 26th birthday, my parents took a quick weekend trip to Pittsburgh. They got to see his new three bedroom home, enjoy some home cooked meals, meet his new roommate, and spruce up and plant in his garden. Mom and Dad also assisted with a few repairs by getting a book shelf assembled and decorated for his living room.  He is making a living manufacturing and distributing CBD and hemp products.  Please check him out online at https://followthetreesridethevibe.com/  We look forward to having Addison home for a quick trip to celebrate my cousins 21st birthday later this month. 

Addison is also still in love with the game of baseball.  Just like a trip we took while he was playing collegiate baseball, Addison hit a home run during an adult league game.  He looks over to see his mom and pop and then boom blast, out of the park.  So cool.  His passion continues while coaching a travel team and providing private lessons.  The wonderful Hawaiian Meal provided for his birthday dinner is owned by one of his player/students parents.  Being a business owner has many perks.  Making your own schedule and having time is a big one, so is bartering.  Thank you Hapa Hawaiian Grill in Pittsburgh for the Ono Grinds.  

Addison, Jenifer, Glenn, Ariana in Pittsburgh 

The Garden Project in the Burgh

Follow the Trees Ride the Vibe Logo

Hapa Hawaiian Grill

Pittsburgh PA

                   

TRIP TO NEW YORK 

New York night out 

My time in New York has officially come to an end. Although I still have much growing up to do, New York taught me so much about myself, life, and hard work. The lessons I’ve learned and the experiences I have been through are intangible. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity and the chance to live in the most diverse city in the world with my best friend, my sister. As I will be staying in Southern California, she made her way back to the big apple.  Lexie will be highlighted next month as she finishes her Masters Degree from Long Island University of Brooklyn in Special Education.  I am so proud of her as she works another year making a difference in children's life.  Mom and dad wish she was home working on her career path here, but we all understand how exciting NYC is and how much Lexie is having the time of her life.  Be safe sissy.  We love you.  

My mom and dad extended their east coast trip to visit Lexie and to pack up and haul back my final belongings from our beautiful apartment of 22E.  We did probably miss the best 4 months of our lives due to Covid-19, but our family worked together to make the most of it.  No more free accommodations for the family when visiting NYC !!! But mom and dad are also off the hook for the supplemental rental income we received while working and studying there.  New York City is a great place to get educated and learn the city life.  Man, dad could make a nice living with the insurance premiums being paid in the Big Apple, but he ain't doing to bad in So Cal.  

New York adventure 

Pit stop in NY while cruising on the Revel scooters. 

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY: SIR WINSTON & LADY LUCY 

Lucy watching some TV 

With open paws we welcomed not just one, but two French bulldogs into our family. Our new pet insurance promoters. We are grateful for our family friends who were looking for another loving family to adopt them and thought of us. Winston is a protector, doesn’t listen as well as his sister, and loves finding anything to nibble on. Lucy is such a lover, she gets jealous easily, and loves attention. They both love hanging by the kitchen whenever we are cooking & they love cuddling up with each other. We believe they are just being protective with us, but they lunge and bark at other dogs.  They might look cute, but when there hairs stick up their spine, they are a leash full.  We just started training them at the Furacademy with our friend Michelle.  If you have any recommendations while training these 8 month old pups, let us know! 

Winston's nap time 

Lady Lucy & Sir Winston 

Bedtime cuddles 

RESTAURANT REVIEW

Taking it to Oceanside for our restaurant review this week at Johnny Mañana's! If you are looking for good authentic Mexican food, walking distance from the beach, and cheap cocktails, this is your place. The loaded margarita & grilled fish taco is my personal favorite! They have outdoor patio seating with an outdoor bar during COVID. Below are their hours and a link to their menu. 

Johnny Mañanas Menu/Hours/Location 

Whats your favorite restaurant, let us know and we will go check it out and give you a shout out on our next blog.  Hit me up.

WORKOUT INTERVALS 

Take your workout outside or on the treadmill for this fat burning workout. Try to keep your mile pace consistent the entire workout. Whether you walk, jog, or run your miles, keep going! 

Warm Up: 

1 mile slow paced jog 

15 air squats 

5 inchworms 

Workout from home! 

10 lunges 

Work: 

1 mile run 

15 burpees 

30 crunches 

10 push ups 

REST 1-2 min 

Repeat “Work” 2-4 times depending on fitness level. 

Cool Down: 

1 mile walk 

Have fun with it, bring a buddy along, and get your body moving! The benefits of daily movement work from the inside out. 

A Note From the Agency Owner

In closing, with so much information accessible to us and how current events in our world today are unfolding, we leave it up to the reader to distinguish what is true and what is false news and events.  Research on validity from news was reliable in times past, but now we have to figure it out on our own.  Who do you trust ?  What is the truth and what is false ?  The only input our agency has to share about validating the truth is to do your own homework and surround yourselves with friends and family that have proven their trustworthiness.  Don't rely on others until they have earned your trust to tell you what is true or false.  God gave us the ability to choose.  God, our Creator gave us minds to use to determine what is true and what is false.  The way that each of us were brought up and the environment we grew up in also determines our perception.  I pray daily for our world to be a better place for our future generations.  One random act of kindness each of us can perform to one another will change the world.  Won't you try that for humanity, I will.    

Kindly and always with Gratitude, Glenn and Amanda Domingo

June 2020

Happy Fathers Day

Summer is here! 

It is my favorite time of the year. Although most of us did not expect our summer to start out this way, how can we complain when living in Southern California. We've been lucky to have some great weather lately and we have been spending our sunny days on the beach, walking, lounging, and enjoying the ocean.  There is a reason us California Beach Lovers call it the June Gloom.  We plan on having great weather in the next coming months.     

Everyone Home

This month started with everyone coming home. We had a full house plus Addison's girlfriend, Arianna, and Lexie's boyfriend, Ian, joining us. Lots of time spent at the beach, hanging at the house, and visiting with family and friends (6ft apart of course).  It was also nice to be able to go out and eat and be served.   Mom and Dad will be taking a quick trip this summer back east to help Lexie move into her new apartment and see Addison's new home in Pittsburgh!  We are so blessed to be able to call Carlsbad home as well as have the ability to travel back and forth.  Just another validation of the career choice  Mom and Dad made with the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies.  If any of you have questions or concerns about a career in the insurance industry, Glenn is all ears and has time to answer any questions or concerns.

Beach Day 

Family Dinner 

Brunch with Mom 

Brunch with mom was special because she was able to show us off to her Weekly Women's Bible Study group.  These dedicated Lovers of the Lord have been meeting together for about 7 years.  The blessings continue and we hope to share our faith with our own families in the future. 

Quarantoned

As gyms and fitness center begin opening up, maybe you've decided you like the workouts from home and feel safer. Incorporate this into your next gym day or continue to do it right from the comfort of your house.  Working out is part of life, don't take movement and motion for granted.  Dad just finished his 6 week post operation follow for knee arthroscopic surgery.  Remember, for every pound of weight you lose, that equates to 3.5 lbs of relief from your joints and bones.  Below is a great circuit for a full body workout.

4 Rounds 12 Repetitions EACH

1. Burpees
2. Sumo Squats
3. Push Ups
4. Full Sit Up
5. Tricep Dips
6. Plank Walk Out to Push Up
7. Jump Squats 

Father's Day 

Happy Father's Day to all the Dad's out there. Always our number one fan, we want to give a  shout out to our dad! We appreciate all that you do for our family. The business that you built out of the love for us shows through the clients you retain and the relationships you have with each and every one of them. We are grateful that you protect, teach, and love us on a daily basis. Happy Father's Day, Dad.  Again, with the career path that Mom and Dad chose, we were able to have Papa Bingo Coach, make everyone of our games, tournaments or swimming meets.  Studies have shown all dads around the world want is a phone call on Farther's Day.  If you are fortunate enough to still have your dad living on this earth, reach out and give him some talk time on the phone.

Protect your skin! 

With summer here and the weather heating up, don't forget to lather on the sunscreen. Here are some facts, tips, and brands that are dermatologist recommended to keep your skin healthy and happy. Your skin is your most important and life long accessory, treat it right!

With so many types of sunscreens, how do you choose the right one for you?

• Spray – Spray sunscreen can be more convenient than lotions, especially for parents applying sunscreen for children. If you do choose a spray, be sure to use a generous and even coating and apply more frequently.

• Built-in Sunscreen – Some moisturizers, lipsticks and foundations contain sunscreen. These are perfect for days when you will not be spending much time outdoors and are good for everyday protection. If you do plan on spending a lot of time in the sun, be sure to use a secondary source of sun protection.

• Mineral – Mineral or hypoallergenic sunscreens are now available for those with sensitive skin. These types of sunscreen sit on the skin instead of being absorbed into it, providing you protection without irritation.

• Sweat- or Water-Resistant – Although water-resistant and sweat-resistant sunscreens are not 100% waterproof, they are specifically formulated to stay on the skin even after getting wet. It is important to reapply every two hours or after getting out of the water.

• Stick – Sunscreen sticks are perfect for spot application, such as your nose and ears. These areas are important and are among the areas most commonly affected by skin cancer.

When selecting a sunscreen, purchase one with an SPF of 15 or higher. You should also select broad-spectrum, or full-spectrum, sunscreen as it is designed to protect you from both UVA and UVB rays.

Remember whatever sunscreen you choose, the most important thing is that you are consistent with it.

Top 20 Facial Sunscreens - Dermatologist Recommended

Restaurant Review 

Mas Fina Cantina - Carlsbad, CA

Hours: 8am - 2am (COVID may change these) 

A local spot on State Street in downtown Carlsbad. Perfect for any time of the day. They serve food and beverages, open during COVID-19. The outdoor seating is perfect to enjoy an appetizer and a drink on a sunny afternoon. It is also pet friendly & the staff will make you feel like you're enjoying a meal in your own home. This restaurant / bar is one of Carlsbad's hidden jems for food.  They have daily specials that you would never guess can come out of a a home town watering hole.  We encourage you to drop in and get a bite to eat.  Below is a link to their menu. 

Mas Fina Cantina - Menu

We both hope you enjoyed the read and the information.  Let's all finish this summer strong with consideration of others regarding COVID - 19.  Social Distance, you might be comfortable, have the strongest immunity system on the planet, but other people are still very uncertain and scared.  We have mentioned more than once, if we all can perform a random act of kindness, our world would change.  Stay safe, be smart and always call, text, email or facetime with questions or concerns.  Have a wonderful summer.  Kindly, Amanda and Glenn Domingo, your agency for a LIFETIME.

May 2020

Lots of reasons to celebrate this month! From Cinco de Mayo to Mother's Day, Jen's 49th birthday and Memorial Day. We hope you are all staying safe and healthy and finding the positives through this unfamiliar time. There's still so much to celebrate and so much to be grateful for. We are thankful to still be operating with normal hours. We are here for you all; feel free to reach out at anytime.

Mother's Day 

Happy Mother's Day to all the mommas out there! This one was a special one to celebrate. Quarantine has definitely shown how much work our mom's do on a daily basis. We celebrated our mom, Juni (what we call her), with both my grandmother's. Started the day with a nice beach walk and coffee and donuts and then just relaxed by the pool for the day. Mom's you are the true heroes. We celebrate you this month and everyday.

Above is our Mama Fili.  The kindest person that my dad knows is what he says.  She has been a true example of grace to our family.  Nothing seems to rattle her.  She has dealt with so much sacrifice in her life.  She was the eldest of four children and started helping her family when she was 9 years old.  Her father, Andres Palma, my great grandfather on my dads side, left his family to properly immigrate to the United States.  Papa, as we called him, left his family for 13 years working in Hawaii to send money to his wife and four children until he was able to afford and petition for each of them to enter America.  Mama Fili assisted Mama Ludy, for those 13 years raising her younger siblings.  Her work ethic has been instilled in each of the Domingo kids.  It is nice having Mama Fili live next to us in her granny flat with Auntie Des.  There is no doubt that she makes the best lumpia filling and rolls each one by hand. Our family had a scare last year with a life threatening infection.  She still works hard in her life as she has to go to dialysis three days a week and assist with the living arrangements with her daughter.  Alexandra loves her heart and her kindness.  Addison thinks she is the best Filipino Cook in the world and I love her patience.  Remember to pay respect to your elders.  All they want is the best for us and I know she loves spending every second that she has with us.  I feel a sense of pride and confidence in the presence of my mom and my dad's mom.  Thank you to all the moms in my life that have given me gifts of love, kindness and material goods.  In any event, give your mom a big hug from the Domingo Agency.     

Happy Birthday, Mom! 

This month we celebrate Mom's 49th birthday! Our family and our business would not be the same without you. We see how hard you work for everyone else on a daily basis and want to just celebrate and cater to YOU for the day. Thanks for all you do day in and day out. We love you! 

My Dearest Jenifer,

     I can't think of how life would be without you.  From our first date on July 4th, 1993, we have been inseparable.  I still carry the letter you wrote to me on January 13, 1994, and wanted to share with the world the letter.  At your request, this letter was for my eyes only.  Someday, I know I will use it as a platform to Glorify our Lord and to give testimony to our marriage. 
     The one item I did want to share with everyone was your belief and faith in me.  That was the spark to the beginning of our relationship and marriage in front of God and the world.  The word BELIEVE is so powerful as it already for tells the accomplishment completed in the future.  Because of your trust in me to take care of you and Addison back then, I am able to accomplish many things to improve our family.  We were able to carry that belief in the raising of our daughters as well.  Look what they have done.  All three are believers, all three have undergraduate degrees with athletic scholarships, two have Masters Degrees and we have one business owner already.  Therefore, the belief I have in our Creator, His Son and His Holy Spirit, we can accomplish anything.      (Philippians 4:13)
     Now that our children are coming of age as they select the person in their lives to be life long partners, not to soon and not to quickly, I pray daily that they too are equally yoked spiritually, physically and mentally.  I do this in honor of Him and in honor of you.  Having a belief that they are chosen and that they choose the right partner is the most important decision they can make aside from their salvation.  Let us continue to be good examples of two people that do not agree on everything, but have understanding that each of our thoughts and opinions are our own and that each thought matters.  Thank you for all you do for our family, for your family, for our friends and for me.  Thank you for sharpening me with your love, with your accountability and with your love of our God and children.
     My final words of this letter, as I have said before, is putting God before me.  I hope and pray that our Lord reveals to you a passion of service and purpose in your life aside from our immediate family.  You have done a wonderful job with Addison, Alexandra and Amanda.  The world deserves that love you share and I know you will do a great job in what ever comes your way.  Keep the humor going forever and your mystery of quietness as we continue this journey of life.  You will always be that beautiful tan 22 year old I met on July 4th 1993. 

With kindness, love and admiration, Bingo.

Restaurant Review 

Still trying to support our local businesses during quarantine. This month I have decided to feature: Las Olas! Cinco de Mayo themed and they have to go margaritas which is tough to turn down. They are open daily from 11:30am - 7pm. Located downtown Carlsbad, it is the perfect spot to grab a couple of margaritas, some chips and guac and head toward the beach for a sunset cruise. Super great service, everyone is super friendly and they are quick! Maybe grab some takeout for your next Taco Tuesday!  Remember to keep it local and support our Carlsbad Restaurants.  The owners are all friendly and laid back.  They compete to keep up with their neighboring restaurants.  They sharpen each other.  

Quarantine Updates 

Lex has been in New York since the quarantine started. With her online teaching and travel bans lifted she was able to come back to California for a few weeks. Although this quarantine is not ideal, it has brought me and my sister back to California and we can not complain about that! Addison is still in Pittsburgh and currently is moving into a new place. Lex will eventually return to New York, and I will be staying back in California. I am SO grateful for the opportunities New York has brought me and I am excited to be going back to school so I can get my teaching credential. For now, we are enjoying the time together and definitely enjoying the recipes Chef Lex has been whippin' up. 

Quarantoned! 

10 MINUTE BLAST 

Everyone has 10 minutes a day. Here is a quick 10 minute workout you can do along side your work from home, out at the beach, or in your home workout space. Complete each exercise for 1 minute then move on to the next exercise.  Remember to hydrate though out the day and always keep in mind balance.  

1. Squats 

2. Reverse lunge (right) 

3. Reverse lunge (left) 

4. Sumo squat 

5. Mountain climbers 

6. Shoulder taps 

7. Push ups 

8. Bicycle crunch 

9. Leg raises 

10. Russian twists

A Note from the Agency Owner

As we slowly return back to an open economy and socializing, please keep in mind the respect for others.  Others might be scared and frightened of catching Covid 19.  That is ok.  Respect our fellow neighbors and persons.  Because of the quickness and dramatic changes to our normal lives, it will take time for people to trust our society and each other.  That is ok.  Try not to judge how people are dressed with their face mask and protective gear.  We all have a self preservation mechanism withing us and that is ok.

If you have been blessed with keeping your job or business, release the good vibes back to this world by giving your time, talents and treasures to improve our society.  To often we get caught up on surviving rather than thriving.  Thriving is an attitude we all have within us because it is a matter of passing positive energy, thoughts, prayers and acts of kindness to others.  We all can share.  Thriving is not just material.  Again, we are here and there to assist you with your non profits and the first responders.  Just Ask. 

Be Safe, with kindness and gratitude, Glenn P Domingo and Amanda N.A. Domingo, your bloggers from the Best Coast.  

April 2020

Happy Earth Day

We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy at home. We are grateful to all be healthy and blessed to be able to provide our services for each and every one of you. Alexandra and Addison are still on the east coast. I decided to come home as soon as news broke in New York that we might be on a lock down. I did lose my job and have been able to stay busy by creating my own brand which is kinda cool. We understand times are tough right now, but it is a great time to slow down and realize what is really important in your life. We hope all of you are staying safe, staying healthy, and staying home. We look forward to re-connecting face to face when we can.

Today Specifically, is the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day.  What is it :

The State of the Earth Report is a data-driven portrait of US air, water, and environment. Celebrate the 50th Earth Day by staying informed on the biggest environmental issues. Unbiased government data. Our nation, in numbers. Non-partisan.

Here is a link for the data.  The State of the Earth by the numbers:

https://usafacts.org/earth-day-facts/?gclid=CjwKCAjw1v_0BRAkEiwALFkj5qIYCaptmcoFYgoOMzM_AB8Ll2Wl5qv_luO-fi3JNoyMYKHzotjPCBoCeaQQAvD_BwE

Know that the world is resetting the Earth because of the reduced usage of fuel for commerce, transportation, and vacation, many areas around the world are seeing improvements with clearer water, smog free views, and regeneration for some of our eco systems.  Lets stay positive as we are Staying at Home and learn lessons on how we can preserve our planet for generations to come. 

Easter at Home

Definitely an Easter to remember at home. It was not the typical church at the beach and brunch in the Domingo household. We watched church online at home, went for a Sunday afternoon walk, and cooked dinner. Mom did make me an Easter basket that took me an hour to find HAHA. I blamed it on the fact that I just moved back home and I am not too familiar with the house. The importance of Easter to our family is the root of our Faith.  The Creator coming down in human form living with us and sacrificing His life to pay for our sins in order to have an eternal spiritual life.  I know my father and mom truly believe this Faith has saved, grown and blessed our family.  We hope you enjoyed your Easter and or Sunday this year. 

It's Bananas During This Time 

Baking and banana bread have been especially popular during this quarantine. I have always LOVED bananas and of course I had to make my own "healthier" version of banana bread. It is super easy, a great pre workout bite, dessert, and only 4 INGREDIENTS.

-4-5 ripe bananas
-2 C rolled oats
-1 C nut butter (I love almond butter!)
-1 C chocolate chips (I use Lily's dark chocolate bar and chop it into small chunks!)

Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease or spray (I used parchment paper to line) a 9x5 loaf pan.
Throw bananas , oats, and nut butter into a blender. Blend until the consistency is smooth enough.
Pour in the desired amount to chocolate chips and stir to mix into the batter.
Pour mixture into the baking pan. I like to top it off with extra banana slices and chocolate chips!
Place in the oven for 25-30 min.
Enjoy with a glass of almond milk! 

Take Out 

Coming from a family of a small business, we are very fortunate to still be able to work during this time. We are trying our best to support the local Carlsbad businesses during these tough times. Here are a few of the local shops and businesses that we have been ordering from.  Below are links to their on line ordering

Board n Brew

I suggest the "Turkado"!Super yummy, I always get it on a gluten - free wrap, no mayo, no cheese! Another healthy option is always their green salad. Nutrient dense, protein packed and super filling! https://boardandbrew.com/





Mikko Sushi 

Conviently located right down the street from us, we are regulars at this place. Sushi is one of my favorite foods! They have a killer salmon skin salad that is enough as a side to feed my dad, my mom, and I. Also a big fan of the Carlsbad and the protein roll!  http://www.mikkosushi.com/








Baba Coffee 

I have been doing something on Snapchat called "coffee reviews" as a small way I can help small businesses in the area. It sprung because one of me and my sister's favorite things to do in New York is walk around the city and get a cup of coffee on the weekend mornings. I took this back with me to Carlsbad and started visiting local shops here then rating them on taste, texture, and temperature. Baba Coffee got an overall 7.4 rating!  https://babacoffee.com/

Our Current Watch List 

-All American (Netflix) 

I got super into this show and binge watched in like 3 days... 

-Billions 

My mom loves this show! Think about big New York money here. New season is coming soon so a great time to get up to date. 

-This is Us

A true family show. Always gets me in my feels.
-Grey's Anatomy

Contains 15 seasons. My dad is not a huge fan of this drama, but my mom and I have been able to watch every night. I re-started this series because I knew it could last the whole quarantine with the hundreds of episodes.

Don't Stop Movin' 

Just because the gyms are closed does not give you an excuse to Netflix and chill the entire quarantine. It is good to get up and move even if you are working from home! The benefit is you get to roll right out of bed and workout in the comfort of your own home. 

Check out my Instagram @kiki.domingo for some workouts that can be done anywhere with no equipment necessary.

I have attached a link below for you! Give it a try, tag me, and #KickItWithKiki.

Workout with me!

A Note from the Agency Owner and Farmers

We understand that this pandemic will have short and long term financial stress on our clients, family and friends.  We are here to help.  If you have any non profit organizations that need assistance with up to $133.33 per organization that is aiding with the the supplies or food for our communities, please reach  out to us, we are here to help.  If you are having financial hardship with the payment of your monthly insurance premium, let us know so we can defer payment, not charge for late fees and see if we can adjust coverage to save premium dollars, we are here to help.  Our auto insurance clients will be seeing a 25% reduction in their auto premiums for the month of April.  It will come in the form of a refund, an adjustment to your bill or a credit, we are here to help. 

More than 115,000 Business Insurance Customers Will Receive a Premium Reduction Over the Next Two Months - Updated (April 10)

With many small businesses struggling as a result of customers staying home, on April 7 we first announced that Farmers^® will provide additional relief to more than 115,000 of its Business Insurance customers under its Farmers Cares Premium Adjustment initiative. Business customers in the restaurant, office, retail and service sectors across the country will receive a 20% credit on applicable monthly prorated premium on their Business Owners Policy (BOP) for the next two months on their upcoming premium notices, with a minimum credit of $20 per month for the smallest policies.

As always, we would not have a business without you our clients, friends and family.  Because of you, Jenifer and I can keep our business door open.  Because of you, we have purpose and meaning with our career.  Because of you, we want to do our best in servicing and offering the most competitive insurance package for you and your family.  Looking forward to seeing you in person soon. 

Kindly,  Glenn & Amanda Domingo, your Agency for a Lifetime. 

March 2020

Truly a "March Madness" in 2020

As we all try to cope with the Corona Virus, isolation, abundance of time and fear, our hope is that this event will quickly pass and our lives return back to normal.  This event will certainly change the way our consumers and industry will conduct business in the future.  My favorite method of conducting business is face to face.  If you do have the technology to face time, skype or zoom, let us know and we will accommodate.  Many of you already enjoy talking on the phone or like to conduct business by email, fax or text.  We will be linking our toll free number to texting by the end of the month.  Our agency is open to protect you and give you peace of mind.  We are praying daily for our family, friends and clients that the impact on our economy is not to much of a burden on you.  If you find your policy in a Notice of Cancellation, please call and we will apply for an extension.  Remember, our agency would not be in business without you, our client.  You are the lifeblood of our agency.  Enjoy the read from Amanda "Kiki" Domingo and me.  God Bless you all.


Already marching into Spring time! It feels like yesterday, we were just home for Christmas break. Excited for the weather to warm up here in New York. Lexie and I have been keeping busy and really trying to work on some new recipes to share with you guys. We both have transitioned into some newer roles at work and are excited to continue to work on our health and fitness. Lexie took a visit home this past month and we are looking forward to getting some San Diego sun in the future. Don't forget to spring forward and get to sleep a little earlier!

Restaurant Review 

The Plot - Plant Based 

My parents went to a new restaurant based in Oceanside, CA this past week. They are not plant-based, but are interested in exploring it and the health benefits that it can offer. The Owner and Chef of the Plot, Davin Waite write up is below.

Davin Waite began his career as a sushi chef at Ichiban in Santa Barbara under the instruction of Chef Hiro, a local legend and master of sushi as well as French and Italian Cuisine.  Back in North San Diego County Davin continued on to Cafe Japengo, and in 2003 he returned to his hometown of Oceanside to co-find The Fish Joint.  With his next project, Davin created a restaurant in his own image; scrappy, irreverent and constantly pushing boundaries.  Wrench & Rodent Seabasstropub began as a pop-up, but quickly became a destination for those who appreciated Waite's creative and delicious approach to minimizing waste and celebrating local and sustainable sourced products.  Waite aims to stay in a state of consistent innovation and creation in order to teach and inspire.  Davin has taught sustainable cooking techniques to elementary students, culinary students and city officials.  He has spoken on panels on topics including the underutilized species and sourcing from local farmers.  In 2017 Davin was a keynote speaker at the California Resource Conference, where he broke down a whole fish on stage to demonstrate how each part can be used to make delicious menu items, down to the ribs, skin and marrow.  Waite's menus reflect his values as he continues to evolve as a chef and as an advocate.  Waite has continued his culinary evolution in the direction of plant based cuisine.  He gives veggies the respect they deserve in a playful and creative way, and welcomes the challenge of creating stunning and delicious culinary offerings with plants.

If you are looking for some healthy alternatives, something new to try, or are a plant-based eater yourself, give The Plot a try. Below is a link to the menu if you want to check it out! Mom says don't miss out on the Mint Mojito Kombucha! 

https://theplotrestaurant.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/plot-dinner.pdf

Shrimp "Fried" Rice 

We are always looking for alternatives when it comes to health and cooking. We made this super simple, quick, and tasty cauliflower fried rice as one of our meal preps this week. Takes only 20 minutes and is a great healthy alternative.

Ingredients: 

1 bag riced cauliflower 

1 bag frozen mixed veggies 

1 bag small shrimp 

1tbsp coconut aminos (soy sauce alternative)

       

How to: 

Heat cauliflower over skillet until it almost becomes clear. Add the mixed frozen veggies and allow to simmer until cooked. In another pan, cook shrimp for 5-7 min. Add the coconut aminos to the cauliflower and mixed veggies. Once the shrimp is cooked, mix in the pan. Feel free to add some hot sauce or red chile flakes for a little extra spice! 

Spring Cleaning

Lex and I have been making a cautious effort to stay on top of our cleaning habits. We try to clean out our things seasonally. Here are some tips we try to follow to keep our teeny tiny apartment looking in tip top shape! 

1. Do the dishes as soon as you make food. Allows time for digestion and you don't have to deal with the pile up! 

2. Wipe the kitchen and bathroom counter down as you go, 

3. FOLD the laundry when it is done. We are definitely bad about this one. It saves so much space to just fold when your clothes are dry. It also saves time when you are looking for a particular shirt you "swore you washed..." 

4. Get rid of the clothes you're saving for that "one time". I can bet, you'll probably never wear it. There are plenty of places to go donate. Some like H&M even will give you 15% off your purchase for trade ins! 

5. Keep fresh food in the fridge. We try to clean the fridge out every week when we do our grocery shopping. This keeps us only buying what we need and fresh foods.

International Women's Day 

On March 8th we celebrated International Women's Day. Just want to give a shout out to all the hard working women out there. Especially to our own mom who puts so much time and effort into this business and our family. We would not be able to accomplish half of the things we have without her endless support and wisdom. Make sure to give all the women in your life a little extra squeeze, we don' thank them enough.

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