Two Year Anniversary

[Prosis]

Hey all,

This Friday is me and my girlfriend's two year anniversary (dating, not married).
I originally planned to make her a card, buy her a rose, and take her to an upscale-ish restaurant, all dressed up (we both have classes on that day, and finals next week, meaning a full day with one another really isn't something we can do).

However, when these plans came up with some female friends of mine, they stated that I really should go further, since it is a two year anniversary. After thinking about it, I've decided that I should at least look at other options.

Any ideas? I'm considering making her a necklace, as I know she really likes hand made things, and there's a good quality beadstore downtown. But I want to know if there are any other ideas that people have.

I don't have much money, and with probably 50-60 dollars on the rose and dinner (total), I can't go much higher. I wrote her a love letter for Valentine's, and although I know she loved it, I really don't want to give the same thing again so short after the last one. Wouldn't that just lower the value?

Anything sex related is not an option, as sex before marriage goes against both of our values.
It seems recreating first dates are pretty popular. However, our first date was running at the gym together. Not exactly romantic. We may go for a stroll at the park, but really, it depends on the heat, and how work goes for her on Thursday (lot of physical work, she's often sore the next day).

Any ideas, Escapists?

Captcha: "have an inkling". If only, if only

 

[Galletea]

Don't listen to these girls. You've planned something that is
A) Romantic
B) Well thought out.
C) Within your budget- Spending money on her when you haven't got any is silly, and by the looks of the situation, she'd probably agree with me.

So don't worry about it. I think your original idea is just perfect. I don't think you need another love letter, that would be a bit too much and you're making a card anyway. If you want to get her a gift then the handmade idea is a great one, but think about what she wears before you set your mind on something, if she usually wears beads, then great, but if not, think about if she would actually wear it.

 

[EeveeElectro]

Don't listen to these girls. You've planned something that is
A) Romantic
B) Well thought out.
C) Within your budget- Spending money on her when you haven't got any is silly, and by the looks of the situation, she'd probably agree with me.

So don't worry about it. I think your original idea is just perfect. I don't think you need another love letter, that would be a bit too much and you're making a card anyway. If you want to get her a gift then the handmade idea is a great one, but think about what she wears before you set your mind on something, if she usually wears beads, then great, but if not, think about if she would actually wear it.

Brilliant advice as always.

Those girls are telling you what THEY want. You know your girl. Sounds like she doesn't need anything expensive and flashy to make her happy, as long as you're together.

The necklace sounds nice as long as you don't break your budget. Especially if she likes hand made things, it's much more personal especially if you make it to suit her favourite desings and favourite colours.
Sounds pretty good! hope you have a good night. If she's as nice as she sounds, she'll be happy with that