Cotton and China?

We had the pleasure of keeping Ben on Sunday and Monday. He was off of school on Monday, so he and his Aunt Maggie spent the day together. The little guy must have been tired because he slept until 9:30 on Monday! Later in the morning after his bath, we met David for lunch at a great new modern-Mexican restaurant in Gainesville. Afterward, Ben joined me at Office Max and the grocery. He was such a little love! It kept drizzling rain on an off, so he watched Scooby Doo until David came home. The skies cleared up in time for an afternoon boat ride!

Now this is the way to shop!

The little guy did a great job of assisting me in the grocery store!

I love to stick with tradition when it comes to anniversary gifts. The traditional gift for two years is cotton, and the modern gift is china. I knew David would love more of his favorite boxers to represent the cotton portion, however its a little more difficult in the china realm for a guy. So, I commissioned R.Wood Studios to make a gift in my pottery colors for us both to enjoy. Since David and I have been sweethearts for so long, I loved the idea of our initials carved into a tree. I think it turned out so well! Its will always remind us of our journey together.

This is one of my gifts from David. Now, before you draw too many conclusions, I have to admit he had a not-so-subtle email sent to him about this one. Its an antique suzani from Uzbekistan that is en route to our house. I thought the colors were so beautiful, and David actually thought it was pretty cool too.

And my surprise from my sweet hubbs - I get to wear a cotton robe and have a few treatments here in Gainesville at a spa I've never tried. How sweet is that? I am too pumped!

After swapping gifts, David, Ben and I headed out on the boat. It was a simply gorgeous afternoon to cruise around the lake.

David, Baxter and Ben raced to the boat!

There's not much this cute thing loves better than riding on the boat! He's a happy dog!

What a beautiful afternoon on the water to reflect on our amazing two years together!

With my three favorite boys!

After a delicious dinner of grilled fish, steamed cabbage, black beans and truffle pasta, it was time for a cupcake. Ben and I sneaked off to True Love's bakery to surprise David with them. Ben was able to pick out his own and I had a red velvet and David a chocolate with vanilla icing.  

Happy Anniversary to my favorite person! I love you David!

Can you tell this little guy is chompin' at the bit to eat his cupcake?