<human>: Throwaway and no ages because he's on Reddit. I'm a woman, if that helps.

My partner and I have been together for 3.5 years, most of it long distance. Currently, we work similar jobs that are very low paying, with no benefits or permanency (bad), but the upshot is we both get several months off of work every year (good). This enables us to be with each other for 3-4 weeks at a time several times a year.

It's hard when we're apart, though, especially for him. He doesn't have the best support system, and his family isn't particularly affectionate. (By contrast, my family is very warm and affectionate.) I want to do nice things for him so he doesn't feel so alone or sad, but it's going to be even harder now because I'm making less money than ever for the rest of the year (~$400 a month before bills). What are some nice things I can do for him?

Here are a few I've done or thought of:

* I have an "instant" camera that takes little Polaroid-type photos. I thought of taking it around town and in to the city, and taking some interesting photos for him. The film is kind of expensive, though, so I'd have to be choosy.

* We try to have sex over Skype sometimes, but it's tricky because I live with my family due to my finances. My mother is retired (hence, she's almost always home) and my brother's room is across the hall from me. We're not sure if he's getting his job back this fall, but if he doesn't, he's going to be around A LOT.

* I've sent him letters, but I'm not the best at writing them, and I feel like that gets old.

* I've already told him I want to send him a copy of my favorite book when I start getting paid again. It's in a price range I can afford (~$10).

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<bot>: I want to do nice things for my boyfriend while we're apart, but I don't make much money. I'd love some suggestions!