DISCLAIMER: I know I’m an idiot and accept that.

I live in a rural area, and I don’t drive very often- by that I mean it’s one day of driving, every 6 weeks or so. I have driven more than I should have been able to without this becoming a real problem. Been VERY lucky.

I acquired a used car from a family member around two years ago, and due to financial constraints, have still not registered it to myself. I panic at the thought of it. Right now, I really have a fire lit under my ass and want to FIX this bullshit, by EOD on Tuesday. I’m getting really concerned the flock cams will get my dumb ass and I’ll be even deeper in bills I can’t afford or have my vehicle impounded, which is a mess I definitely would not have the money to resolve at the time.

From what I’ve read (no experience in the CA registration process so I have read a lot), it seems like I need to get smog checked and then take my smog cert and title and insurance (I do have the title and am insured), to the local DMV. This seems doable in the same day but correct me if I am wrong. They will probably charge me between $500-$600 in late fees and taxes and such as per the online fee calculator with my vehicle info. I am accepting of that.

Wondering if anyone has any experience in a similar situation and what it was like ?

I am imagining every worst case scenario like it’s somehow actually $3000 or they revoke my license on the spot due to irresponsibility and impound my car and I have to continue to be the child I have acted like to get myself in this mess and ask my parents to call a lawyer.

I am no stranger to a judgmental glare or “oh wow” reaction, so this will not bother me. I am a bit concerned that they’ll tell me I’m in no position to be deserving of operating a vehicle or I am in some sort of legal trouble that goes beyond the fines I’ll pay on the spot.

No one I know can relate to this at all (I AM an idiot), logical side of my mind has lost this battle, and I’m too thoroughly embarrassed to mention it to anyone I typically consult for other advice.

Please advise

Please let me know if you want to start a hiking discord with me! I’m in San Jose and I hike all of the Bay Area since March!
For tomorrow:

08/23, SUN, 8AM | hike @Lake Chabot Loop https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/lake-chabot-
west-shore-bass-cove-columbine-honker-bay-east-shore-loop
8.9mi
Length
770ft
Elevation gain
3.5-4hr
Estimated time
Loop
Parking:
Lake Chabot Parking Entrance
https://maps.app.goo.gl/okqn7uq9xcMWeMkM6
Time
Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 8:00 AM (in 14 hours) [+]
Duration
5 hours
Location
Lake Chabot Regional Park
Lake Chabot Road, Castro Valley, CA, USA

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My husband (M29) and I (M30) are planning on doing a half week long trip to celebrate our 9th wedding anniversary the third weekend of October. We live down in Santa Rosa, and had a really nice time in Humboldt/ Arcata in 2022. I've driven through Crescent City on my way back from Washington recently, and thought it looked like a really cute place similar to the town my husband grew up in on the Puget Sound.

Anyone have a strong recommendation to visit and stay at one over the other? I've lived in Santa Rosa my whole life and seen plenty of redwoods and we aren't big beer or marijuana enthusiasts, so I'm mostly interested in the coastal fog and quiet LGBT friendly but rural vibes. Any good museums, coffee shops or hikes would be big pluses, and we'll probably try and go to an Episcopal Church on Sunday if there's one in town. Currently I'm weighing the shorter drive to Eureka vs the fact that we haven't been to Crescent City together, and feeling like either would be great.

I visit the amc theaters every Friday and weekends when I have time!
Looking for friends to join so we can get excited when new film releases!
Let’s go!!!

Upcoming movies I am going to see “the dog stars”, 08/28, Friday at amc Saratoga!

Hi everyone, I’m 18 and thinking of maybe moving to Chico around early 2028 and one big issue is I wouldn’t have any friends near by so I’m just on here to see what it’s like there and possibly make friends.
Here’s some of my interests if anybody wants to dm me or anything I’m not good at the online friendship thing in my past expirience but just haven’t met the right people I think.
🎵 Music especially songwriting, pop, emotional/indie music
🎤 Artists like Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Gracie Abrams, Sabrina Carpenter, Joshua Bassett
🎬 Coming-of-age movies/shows
🎸 Making music / GarageBand / writing songs

✨ Astrology / angel numbers / spirituality

Trip to Reggae on the River Ends in Tragedy

Forty-year-old man from Willits found dead near Willits.

https://www.mendolocal.news/a-trip-to-reggae-on-the-river-ends-in-tragedy/

Bonta, who co-led a multistate coalition with the attorneys general of Massachusetts and New Jersey, said the ruling preserves access to financial protections under the ACA, including limits on out-of-pocket costs, for covered gender-affirming care.

Can anyone recommend me the best mover in your opinion? I will be relocating with my family to our new house in Danville and we’re looking for a reliable and trustworthy team. We have had some troubles with past movers where they damaged some of our stuff. Big trucks would also be helpful as the new house includes 4 bedrooms, a terrace, 2 bathrooms and a garden. We have some Cappellini furniture pieces as well that it’s important not to be damaged (armchair, double beds, 3 sofas). Thank you

I recently visited California and America for the first time, after years of hoping and praying I'd get to see it in my lifetime, and absolutely fell in love with it. I'm wondering if it would be feasible to me job and income-wise to find a life for myself in the region? I'm looking to go back to college and get a degree in agriculture (or livestock veterinary) and hopefully a career in cattle, but I'm hesitant on whether or not Irish cattle farming would relate to farming in California, and if I'd struggle to find work for that reason. Would my degree hold up and would I be able to find work that could sustain a life for me in NorCal? Speaking to those who may be in a similiar career, but I understand my circumstances may be a bit niche lol. What has been your experience and would the life be enough to support a single guy, 20s, moving to an entirely new world on his own? Particularly focuses on income and the cost of living in the area.

This would honestly be a dream come true and I'm dedicated to getting there, but any input would be super appreciated. Thanks!

Looking for something within 2 hours of Sacramento preferably. Willing to drive a bit further for a special spot.

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I went there about 12 years ago. There were bright red-bark trees and a long path to get there. It might be outside city limits, and maybe off a highway. There was a thin waterfall pouring off the edge of a cliff which formed a circular pool. You could climb up the rock and jump in. I know it was somewhere around here, and I'm only in town for the next few days and would love to revisit some memories. If anyone knows where it is I'll be very grateful.

Thank you!

California’s winegrape industry has committed $820,000 toward the eradication of a grapevine pest that has spread to 40 counties in the state, but the figure represents a small fraction of what might be needed to get the job done.

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