Phew! Pull out the sunscreen and shades, 'cause it has been a hot one this week! But never fear ... hold tight, my friends. I see a 46 degree morning coming our way early next week so don't pack all your sweats away just yet.

This is Truman. Truman is part of our HR and Therapy Team at FGS. Truman definitely needs some shades in this picture. You might wonder why he is smiling and so darn cute. Well, let me tell you the backstory to this picture.

Scott and I were thirsty, and you know how cranky everyone can get when they are dehydrated. And we were "slightly" hungry. To avoid a hangry moment, we had a very difficult decision to make on the exit: do we stop at McDonald's or Burger King? Insert my eye roll here.

Burger King was not busy so Scott turned right. In my head, I was trying to even remember their menu. And then? I remembered: The Whopper.

I looked at Scott and said, "Against my better judgement, I have not had a Whopper in 15 years, but I seriously need a bite. Just one bite and I will throw it out."

We laughed and Scott walked inside for our order.

He returned with a Jr. Whopper. I looked at him with big eyes and unwrapped it. It smelled exactly like it did 15 years ago. I savored only one bite. He savored only one bite. I rolled it back up and stuck it in the side door until we reached our destination and I would toss it.

I can feel the judgement for being wasteful. But you are going to have to let it go. And yes! This is what middle-aged people who are trying to be health-conscience do. Get over it!

Before we arrived at our destination, we also had to stop at the only grocery store in small town Virginia: Food Lion. Insert another eye roll here. After quickly gathering a few items, we returned to the truck and we could see Truman and Edison wagging their tails so happy to see us. And then? I saw the wrapper in my seat.

Truman is truly living his best life; he lives with idiots. He carefully ate around the lettuce, tomato, and onion for the burger and bun like a true toddler would. Did he share with his brother Edison? Nope, he sure didn't. Just look at him smiling. Fat and sassy.

I would like to say that will never happen again but I know myself. But at least I know he won't eat my tomatoes in the backyard. We hope your garden will be thriving with all things green and edible soon! We are stocked full with all the wonderful edibles, so don't delay!!! And remember: don't leave your barely eaten Whopper in the car with your dog!

If you missed it last week, we are truly thrilled to be included in Our State Magazine's "3 Things to Add to Your April To-Do List." It's an honor to be included among North Carolina's brightest and best! We absolutely love being a part of the community here in the Triangle - we wouldn't want to be anywhere else. Click the photo to check out the article!

Photograph by Alex Boerner

Truly a classic! The Crepe Myrtle name covers a large variety of tree and shrub varieties, all easily recognizable by their unique bark texture and blooms that last all summer long. Smaller varieties can even be grown in containers! Make sure to plant in full sun with proper soil drainage, as this friend is susceptible to root rot. Prune in winter or early spring; new flowers will bloom on new wood!

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Learn everything you need to know to up-pot and re-pot your plants for optimum health and growth in our brand new, lecture-based demonstration. Pruning tips to improve the plants well-being as it thrives in its new pot will be discussed!

Featuring the musical talents of Sterling Scott!

Instructor: Ken Hallatt, Owner of Carolina Bonsai

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Our designers, Doug and Billy, love to turn your lawn and landscape into a gorgeous and usable outdoor space! From beautiful plant design to drainage solutions to fire pits and patios, our team can take your outdoor living space to the next level. We are booking for late May - June appointments so don't wait to put in your request for a consultation! Click here to submit an online request!

Happy May! With the spring weather taking us on a roller coaster ride and Mother's Day coming up this weekend, we wanted to take a minute to remind you of some gardening To-Do's you'll want to put on your radar. Oh, and don't forget to get your mom, sister, aunt, grandmother, etc. a card and some flowers - or better yet, a houseplant they can enjoy all year long! Click here to read your May To-Do List.

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