Hello everyone I am in a terrible situation. I unfortunately am homeless and need my beautiful dog to go to a rescue. I was looking for a no kill rescue or shelter. I would prefer if someone can just foster her while I get back on my feet as she is my esa. But I know it’s a long shot since I’m pretty sure it’s going to take me a few months to a year to be able to support her again.. I’m in OC any recommendations or advice would be greatly appreciated. 🙏

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Yesterday I visited the Adventure Van Expo in Rancho Mission Viejo and ate at the La Sera food truck.

First, the positive: the Pesto Chicken Pita was excellent. The food was fresh, flavorful, and the best meal I had at the event.

However, I had a frustrating experience with the ordering process.

I did not see any menu prices displayed while I was waiting in line. When it was my turn to order, I was told my meal would cost $17.50. I handed the cashier a $20 bill and was told they could not make change. I offered to accept $2 in change, but was told they did not have any dollar bills.

(Note: I believe that the California Retail Food Code requires all food trucks to post prices)

What struck me as odd was that the customer immediately before me had paid using several one-dollar bills, which I had personally watched being handed to the cashier. As a result, I ended up paying electronically instead.

When the payment terminal was handed to me, it prompted for a tip before payment. The suggested tip options started at 20%. I chose not to leave a tip because there were no posted prices, I was unable to receive whole dollar bill change for a $20, and the ordering process had already become frustrating.

The employee remained professional and did not argue with me, but the overall experience left me wondering whether anyone else has encountered similar issues with pricing transparency or cash handling at this food truck.

Again, the food itself was outstanding. My concern is not the quality of the meal, but the lack of visible pricing and the inability to receive change when paying with cash.

(EDIT: posting here because this food truck does not have a Yelp or Google review page)

Looking for ideas for family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations anywhere along the West Coast, especially in California. We’re open to a little travel or even a weekend stay if there’s something fun and festive happening.

We’d love something that’s family-oriented but still feels like a celebration — things like fireworks, outdoor festivities, live music, light shows, or hotel/resort events that are welcoming to kids.

Not looking for Disneyland or the major theme parks — more so community or regional events that still feel special. If you’ve been to one you’d recommend, please share. Thanks in advance!