Leo & I took advantage of the weather on Saturday and headed out for a walk around the Crystal City area of Virginia. Crystal City is a neat little area with lots of shops and restaurants. (You can check it out at http://www.crystalcity.com/.) Crystal City is similar to the area I live in, but I prefer my spot on the map! (This is where I give a shout-out to Katie who found me my current apartment - thank you!)
So back to our walk... we met some people from Minnesota who walked with us for awhile until "nature called" and Leo had to stop. Then, Leo and I decided (well, really, I decided) to take 23rd Street back home. After crossing the street, I gave Leo a cookie, which of course he had to consume by planting his hiney on the ground until the entire treat was gone. It was at this time that the local police drove up and parked next to us on the sidewalk...
Yes, it was at this point that my heart began beating rapidly. I've had my fair share of unfortunate police encounters and while Leo & I weren't doing anything wrong, I was thinking, Oh shoot - here we go. Leo isn't licensed in the county yet. Lovely. Now, mind you, I had my story all planned out in the event I was cuffed and sent to jail for this - "No, Officer, I just moved here in November. I have the paperwork (which I do!) and will be mailing it out shortly." I'm sure you can imagine. My face was turning red and I was completely frantic until the Officer said, "I love those dogs! They are so great!"
And my coloring returned to normal.
The conversation was brief (thank goodness) but let me tell you, I will be sending out the payment for Leo's dog license this week to avoid any future run-ins like this one. Sheesh.
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On Sunday (the weather wasn't as enjoyable) so I took a trip out to Columbia Heights. I was on the lookout for some bandanas so that as Leo and I train, he has something to wear and help me promote the walk and maybe even raise some funds!
Thank goodness for CVS and a 3 pack of handkerchiefs for $1. (Still can't believe people blow their noses in these and stick them back in their pockets...) With some fabric paint and loads of patience, I created something that I hope will help me raise money for the walk! Look below to see what I came up with!
I will let you know how these work! I figure they are good conversation starters once Leo has reeled some people in!
Fundraising News:
Leo's Godmother, Peggy, sent out a really awesome email to some of her friends and family. Because of her email, I received more donations over the weekend! Thank you so much to Katie & Maureen!
So far I've raised $375 and I'm well on my way - I have 99 days left!!
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Leo's bandana's are perfect!
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