shoe's cup and cork

I'm not entirely sure how long it will last but today was an incredibly beautiful spring day in Northern Virginia.  My husband and I both had different appointments earlier in the day but this afternoon, we decided to get outside and make the most of this glorious day.

We decided to take sweet Daisy with us and walk around downtown Leesburg.  I'm so glad we did!  We walked all around the historic district while Daisy panted and gave me dirty looks.  To say that she's not quite used to exercise is probably the under-statement of the century.  I think she was wondering why I neglected to bring her pink stroller on our adventure.

Since we were limited on dog-friendly places to eat at, we decided to have a casual dinner outside in the Secret Garden at Shoe's Cup and Cork.  They were completely welcoming and went out of their way to make Daisy (and us) at home.  In fact, they didn't have an apple to sell us (one of Daisy's favorite treats), so one of the waitresses offered to let Daisy have her apple that she didn't eat at lunch!  She is now Daisy's friend-for-life!

Year's ago, Shoe's belonged to an actual cobbler.  There was no food to be eaten but it was the place to go if you needed your shoe's repaired.  Several years ago, Shoe's was opened as a cute coffee shop/cafe but closed last year.  We were so happy when new owners "re-soled" it and brought it back to life.  In my opinion, Shoe's Cup & Cork is better than ever.

I should have gotten pics of the charming Secret Garden but it was tough to get past this adorable face!

Apples and water were all it took to put a smile on her face

If you are in Northern Virginia or the D.C. area, you should give Shoe's a try!

Happy Spring!!!

Signs of Spring!

Good riddance to the Winter '13

Hello Spring 2014!!!

I'm really trying to be optimistic here!  I've never looked forward to spring as much as this year.  I feel like everyone in Northern Virginia & up the east coast, deserve a medal for surviving this winter that just didn't end.

Unfortunately, our forecast for next week calls for more of the white stuff.  You've GOT to be kidding me!!!  (my first thought, when I heard the forecast)  For today, I'm going to focus on the fact that the sun is shining and it's close to 60 degrees.

We're getting there, spring, we are getting there!