allen0187

@allen0187 (59205)

Philippines

Joined myLot 18 years ago

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allen0187's Discussions

Hustle

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 8h

In slang, 'hustle' generally means working hard, being resourceful, or engaging in activities to make money, often emphasizing determination and cleverness. A more informal and perhaps less popular meaning in the US is 'being a...

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Steak For Lunch

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 20 May

Last Sunday, I had lunch with my family - my parents and siblings - at a Japanese steak house called Ikinari. The place was packed and it was a good thing that we had a reservation. I had the wild steak cuts which was served...

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Snack Attack - Dried Mangoes!!!

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 19 May

Big fan of dried fruit even though the sugar content of dried fruits is high. Among the different types of dried fruits, my favorite is dried mangoes. I discovered the dried mangoes from Thailand which was spicy and saltier than...

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Chicken Poppers

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 17 May

This was one of my meals during my shift last week. It is chicken poppers cooked in an air fryer. Straight from the freezer, I just place everything in the air fryer and cook it at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes. Usually, it only...

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Snack Attack - Pumpkin Seeds

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 14 May

One of the challenges of working from home during the grave yard shift is thinking of what to snack on. I try to be conscious of what I eat - it has to be filling, healthy, and it shouldn't lull me to sleep. So, I did my research...

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Smores!!!

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 13 May

When I had banh mi for dinner, I also made smores in my air fryer. I know smores usually have graham crackers but I decided to skip that. I just placed marshmallows in parchment paper and stuck pieces of dark chocolates. I air...

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Staycation

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 12 May

Someone posted about enduring an internet outage. Had the same experience recently and since I work from home, I cannot afford to not have internet. Good thing there is a nearby hotel in my place. The outage lasted for two whole...

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Banh Mi for Dinner

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 10 May

Hi fellow myLotters! 8:14pm here in Manila. Had dinner earlier than usual. Had a meatball banh mi. i have a Vietnamese neighbor who makes authentic Vietnamese food. So far, this is my favorite from her menu. The traditional...

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Dinner

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 28 Apr

Hi everyone. Currently, 11:40pm here in Manila. been busy so wasn't able to login as much as I want to. Did knock off all my notifications so posting a new discussion now. This was dinner for tonight. Beef strips, sunny side up...

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Fried Spring Rolls

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 24 Apr

Hi everyone. Hope all is well. 4:25pm here in Manila. Scorching hot as always. Anyway, while answering posts and replying to comments, I got hungry. Decided to order an afternoon snack. This is what I'm having - fried noodles...

chinese style noodles

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Steamed Bun and Ramen Dinner Combo

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 21 Apr

Hello folks! This was my dinner last night. Steamed bun filled with pork, Chinese sausage, and salted eggs, plus a bowl of hot ramen noodles in beef broth. Let me tell you, it filled my stomach and soul. Eating the steamed bun...

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Game Plan

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 21 Apr

So here's the game plan boys and girls... at the minimum, I'd make at least one post and reply to at least 50 other posts daily. Of course, this does not include replying back (if appropriate and with merit) to previous comments...

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I'm Back Like I Never Left!!!!

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 18 Apr

Hi fellow MyLotters! I'm back like I never left. Finally, got my account in order. Anyway, how's it hanging? A little bit to the left? Anyway, expect to see me more in the site. Been working from home so I miss the social aspect...

mylot

mylot discussions

catching up

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Added Some Spice In My Life

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 12 Jul 24

Always been a fan of spicy food. So I either add hot sauce or add spices in my food. Had to cut back because too much spicy food is not good for my stomach and gut health. Anyway, came across this company that sells hot sauces...

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I Won Donuts!

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 5 Jul 24

Hi myLotters. Been a minute since I was here. Got busy. Anyway, got free donuts from the Krispy Kreme branch downstairs. I always wear black but for this particular day, I was not feeling my usual self so I decided to wear the...

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MTV Alternative Nation Concert Tour - Blast From The Past

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 26 Jun 24

Hi fellow myLotters. Was talking to a friend of mien who works at StubHub and we were talking about previous concerts that we've attended. Been to a number of concerts myself both local and foreign artists and I must say that one...

mtv alternative nation

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Allen's Thrift Shop - Sold My Lenovo Monitor

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 22 Jun 24

Hi mylotters! After selling my sofa bed, I was also able to sell my Lenovo monitor. This is brand new and never been used. I only opened it to test it for the buyer. I got this as a free item when I got a new Lenovo LOQ laptop...

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Allen's Thrift Shop - Sold My Sofa Bed

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 21 Jun 24

So I managed to make a sale - sold my sofa bed for $50. It isn't brand new but it is still in good condition. It also comes with a red cover which isn't included in the photo. I had a couple of inquiries, most were trying to...

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Life Update

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 21 Jun 24

Hi everyone. Glad to be back after a long hiatus. Life has been happening. Just glad that I'm alive and kicking. Sometimes surviving, sometimes thriving. Finally, landed a second full-time job but that might come to an end soon...

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Beat The Cold and Flu Season

allen0187 @allen0187 (59205) • Philippines 18 Nov 23

If the cold and flu season is a person, I'd beat it to a pulp. Make it bite on a curb and stomp on its head. Plus points for you if you get the American X reference. Anyway, most of my colleagues at work are feeling under the...

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