MM, it's so hard to know what to do and I am far from an expert, but I would accept your H's gifts of food, drink or whatever every time. Personally, I don't think that shows desperation or neediness at all. Let him care for you and feel good about it. Be gracious. He's showing you what he needs. Read about men and women, giving and receiving. Believe me, I look back at so many missed opportunities. I just didn't know or couldn't see it. I think even now I would miss gestures. So, accept your H's gifts. Ask him to help you and thank him. See how he responds. If it's too much, you'll know. This might be a good way to seperate your business and personal relationship.