Sunny Day

Here's some proof that Connecticut can have weather that doesn't involve rain. Finally, we have some blue sky and sun mixed in with our clouds.
To take advantage of this (potentially) rare gift, Xavier and I went for a long walk around Wesleyan. We both enjoyed the sun, the heat, the breeze and just the chance to be exercising a bit outside. What a nice day!

Five Weeks Old

It is amazing how much can happen in just one week. Since our last post, Xavier had many exciting firsts.

He had his first bottle.
He met Grandpa Ras and Grandma Barbara for the first time.
He helped Dad celebrate his first Father's Day.
He stopped by the Community Health Center on Main Street to meet my old co-workers.
He met our friends Sarah and Shannon. We're all looking forward to his first trip out west!
He went on his first outing to a restaurant. He slept peacefully through our entire visit to O'Rourke's Diner, as featured on the Food Network's show Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.
He went to his 1 month well-baby checkup. He now weighs 9 pounds, 14 ounces and he's 23 inches tall!

New Photos!

Hi everyone! I'm turning four weeks old tomorrow, so Mom and Dad posted some photos. Feel free to take a look at them: Pictures. Frankly, I think family portraits are a little dull (as you can see), but there are still some cute shots of me over there.

Three Weeks Together

Eventually, this will be a real post. But for now, here are some new photos!

Introducing...

Xavier James Rasmussen

Born May 22, 2009 at 4:32pm

8 lbs 2 oz, 20 inches

Welcome to the world little man! Eventually, we will have photos up on our personal site; for now, please enjoy some shots on Shutterfly.

Before and After

Wow! It's been a long time since I've written anything on our blog. To reward you for checking in with us from time to time despite the lack of new posts, I shall reveal my latest "makeover" results.

I cut off almost twelve inches of my hair to donate to Locks of Love, a charity that makes wigs for disadvantaged kids with cancer or other illnesses that make them go bald. I am happy with the results. It will be enjoyable re-growing my hair and discovering the fun of short and medium length styles again. Plus, it should take a lot less time to wash and dry. Yay!

I've been able to grow enough hair to make donations in 2003, 2006 and now, in 2009. Anyone want to venture a guess as to when I'll probably be donating again?

Japan Movie

Renee made a video montage of our time in Japan over the summer, and we've been meaning to post it for a while now. Here it is (roughly 10 minutes...):