Five Years

Gavin's birthday and our anniversary are forever intertwined. He was unexpectedly born two days before our first anniversary, which we celebrated in the hospital. Inevitably his birthday celebration overshadows our anniversary. This year our anniversary fell on a Friday/Saturday - the weekend following Gavin's birthday party. This meant we actually had a chance to celebrate. Casey's mom was still in town and generously watched Gavin so that Casey and I could spend a few hours out on the town. We exchanged gifts, although we said we wouldn't. I gave Casey a couple of pieces of gear for our upcoming real anniversary celebration - an actual vacation together, something we have only ever done on our honeymoon way back in 2008.

And like our honeymoon, we have postponed our next wilderness adventure for later in the year when the weather and temperatures are more agreeable for backcountry exploring. Our tickets are booked and the planning has begun. We are very excited.

I was surprised when Casey gifted me with cowgirl boots - something I have been wanting to replace since way back in 2007 when I got rid of the ones I had, they just weren't very comfortable. But now I have the most comfortable boots ever and they fit me as well my beloved does.

We got all dolled up and headed out to Alamo Drafthouse for dinner and a movie. I wore my new boots. We watched Silver Linings Playbook, it was great and a lovely evening was enjoyed by all.