The $3.99 Valentine

In my bloggy dreams, there were more auspicious topics for a first post, but, well, today is Valentine's Day and I really love the gift I got for my husband.  It's perfect for him and for us.  We don't typically do big gestures for special occasions and we're both just fine with that.  Really.  Well, most of the time, anyway.  The conversation we had about Valentine's gifts went something like this: 

Hubby:  Are we getting each other gifts for Valentine's Day? 
Me:  That's a decision you'll have to make for yourself.
Hubby:  Okay, well, I guess I'll be shopping this weekend.
Me:  Why?
Hubby:  Because translated that means you already got me something.
Me:  If it helps, I spent less than $5.00

So, folks, here it is:

Now, understand this.  This is our VERY favorite flavor of ice cream.  We love it, but rarely have it for two reasons.  One, it's hard to find.  I had to look on the Ben and Jerry's Web Site to locate an area store that carried it.  Two, being the money-minded steward that I am, I generally object to spending $3.99 on a PINT of ice cream when I get buy a lot more ice cream for a lot less money.  But today, in celebration of my love for my dearest, I spent $3.99 for a pint of ice cream.  Tonight, after the wee one is in bed, we'll curl up on the couch, watch an episode of Leverage on Netflix and eat ice cream.  That's a big night at our house and it makes us happy. 

So, happy, happy to my hubby, who daily brings me more joy than I ever could have imagined.