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Hey adventurous amigos,

Hold onto your feathers because our California escapade was a rollercoaster of epic proportions – quite literally, considering our van troubles!

So, picture this: after a wobbly start and an unforgettable overnight at Walmart (who knew parking lots could be so cozy?), our van decided to play a little game of "let's stop in the middle of the street." Not cool, van, not cool. But fear not, a knight in shining armor (or rather, a nice guy with jumper cables) came to our rescue.

But alas, our four-wheeled friend had more tricks up its sleeve – or rather, under its hood. Three more breakdowns later, we found ourselves spending the day at a car repair shop, where our van got a makeover worthy of a Hollywood starlet. New battery, new alternator, and even a mouse-mangled filter – talk about high maintenance!

But hey, we didn't let a few mechanical hiccups dampen our spirits! We hit the road again, and after a windy, shaky highway ride that would make even the toughest penguins quiver, we found ourselves in the Mojave Desert – where the rocks are as rugged as our determination.

Rock climbing in the Sawtooth Canyon was nothing short of legendary. Sunny weather, breathtaking views, and a toilet with a view – what more could we ask for? Plus, we even made some new friends, like that seasoned traveler whose tales had us dreaming of far-off lands.

Then came the bright lights of Greater Los Angeles. I visited my auntie in Santa Ana and we had great Vietnamese food in little Saigon. Orange County's beaches beckoned, and while we were expecting waves galore, we settled for some epic bike rides and a glimpse of America's biggest container port. Huntington Beach is known as the birthplace of surfing, unfortunately we didn't see many surfers or we came at the wrong season. We only spotted some kite surfers and pelicans 😅. Hollywood had its moments, but let's just say it's no match for the hustle and bustle of NYC – sorry, LA!

And now? Back to the wild, where adventure awaits around every corner. Who knows where our flippers will take us next?

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