Yes, I am now considered full term at 37 weeks pregnant, but hope that I don't go into labor until I get on Oahu, which will be on the 24th. Of course, I am very uncomfortable, but have every motivation to NOT go into labor yet.
I have been applying to several master's in nursing online schools these last few weeks. The one that most intrigues me is Georgetown with a dual Midwifery/Women's Health Nurse Practitioner degree. If I decide that I can handle it full-time I can complete the program in 18 months! We shall see.....
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Sunday, July 8, 2012
Maku'u market then the BEACH!
Mark took Abby, Mason, and Lucy to eat lunch at the Maku'u farmer's market, then to Honolii. I was trying to get some catch up sleep since I worked the night before. Working 12 hour nights is really taking a toll on me lately. I'm glad I only have a few shifts left before baby comes!
Friday, June 29, 2012
Abby and Mason
Abby and Mason are here and we are all enjoying their visit, especially Lucy!
This picture was taken at the tide pools near the Hot Ponds not to far from our house.
Friday, June 15, 2012
The next step?
I've been thinking and praying a lot about what the next step in my life should be. I mean besides attempting to be a decent wife and mother on a daily basis. I can tell you right now that I do not plan on being a nurse in Hilo forever(not there is anything wrong with that). I have big dreams, now I just need the courage and wisdom to know how and where to begin.
My first dream is to go back to school and become a midwife so that I can assist women, here in Hawaii and around the world, in natural, safe childbirth. There is a huge need around the world for midwives!
On that note: this lady is such an inspiration--- Edna Adan At the age of 65, she cashed in her retirement, sold her car and built a women's and children's hospital in Somaliland! My point is, it's never too late to think big and go for your dreams, especially when it involves serving others in God's name.
Another dream I've had for a while is to travel to places like Edna's hospital, take lots of photos and then paint inspiring, beautiful paintings that will educate and enlighten others to the "real world" outside of facebook and the country club.
I don't know what God has in store for our family, and that's okay. But we will continue to pray that He will lead us in His good, pleasing and perfect will day by day.
And to leave, a pic of Lucy where she is happiest....anywhere outside playing!
My first dream is to go back to school and become a midwife so that I can assist women, here in Hawaii and around the world, in natural, safe childbirth. There is a huge need around the world for midwives!
On that note: this lady is such an inspiration--- Edna Adan At the age of 65, she cashed in her retirement, sold her car and built a women's and children's hospital in Somaliland! My point is, it's never too late to think big and go for your dreams, especially when it involves serving others in God's name.
Another dream I've had for a while is to travel to places like Edna's hospital, take lots of photos and then paint inspiring, beautiful paintings that will educate and enlighten others to the "real world" outside of facebook and the country club.
I don't know what God has in store for our family, and that's okay. But we will continue to pray that He will lead us in His good, pleasing and perfect will day by day.
And to leave, a pic of Lucy where she is happiest....anywhere outside playing!
Monday, June 4, 2012
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Why not try?
So I filled out an application for a chance to win a small business grant for my painting/artwork. It seems like a long shot, but there are no risks involved in trying!
To even be considered for the grant, I must have 250 votes.... so please go here and vote! I think you have to login and then search for Emily Carder, in the State of Hawaii. When you find Inspired Art by Emily Carder click on the Vote button beside my business info.
Thank you!
To even be considered for the grant, I must have 250 votes.... so please go here and vote! I think you have to login and then search for Emily Carder, in the State of Hawaii. When you find Inspired Art by Emily Carder click on the Vote button beside my business info.
Thank you!
Friday, May 18, 2012
Little Bird
Yesterday, we found a little dead bird in our driveway. It had flown into and collided with our friend Kaye's car and then ended up dying in our driveway. It's a Japanese white-eyed and oh so lovely. I let the kids hold it and look at it up close, and before I knew it they had named "him" and were picking flowers for him. They acknowledged before I did that this little creature had a soul and is one of Jesus' precious creations.
29 Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. Matthew 10:29
Isn't he beautiful?
29 Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. Matthew 10:29
Isn't he beautiful?
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Lilikoi flowers
....which means lilikoi(or Passion Fruit) will soon follow!
The other bloom Ella found and wanted to share.
The other bloom Ella found and wanted to share.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Discovery: Rock climb in the front yard
This afternoon St. John discovered a perfect little rocky/grassy wall for the kids to climb. Everyone got completely worn out and even the dogs joined in! We've lived here 6 months and are still discovering new aspects of the property.
Monday, April 30, 2012
Fundraising question
Lately, I've been pondering the question of fundraising.
Mark and I would absolutely love to adopt. Since we married, we've talked about how great it would be if we could afford to adopt not just one, but many children. So what if we can never "afford" it. Does that mean God doesn't want us to adopt or does it mean He just wants us to work harder to make more money so we can adopt, or does it mean we should try some more creative ways to raise money specifically for adoption(as I've seen many other people do)?
I've had some ideas for fundraising, but not sure if it should be pursued or not. Ideas from others welcome!
And just because...a pic of Lucy, July 2010.
Mark and I would absolutely love to adopt. Since we married, we've talked about how great it would be if we could afford to adopt not just one, but many children. So what if we can never "afford" it. Does that mean God doesn't want us to adopt or does it mean He just wants us to work harder to make more money so we can adopt, or does it mean we should try some more creative ways to raise money specifically for adoption(as I've seen many other people do)?
I've had some ideas for fundraising, but not sure if it should be pursued or not. Ideas from others welcome!
And just because...a pic of Lucy, July 2010.
Friday, April 27, 2012
The many uses of Aloe Vera
Upon moving to our present house 6 months ago I found a rather large aloe plant growing. I didn't think much about it, only familiar with it's usefulness after a sunburn. But after a little research on the internet I discovered it has many other wonderful, practical uses!
I've been using it on the kids bug bites, to soften the skin of my ever growing belly, to smooth the skin of my face, on my hair, and on Ella's eczema.
I haven't been brave enough to actually ingest it yet, but many claim you can add it to smoothies and it's supposed to be good for digestion.
So, thank you to whoever planted this wonderful aloe vera many years ago!
I've been using it on the kids bug bites, to soften the skin of my ever growing belly, to smooth the skin of my face, on my hair, and on Ella's eczema.
I haven't been brave enough to actually ingest it yet, but many claim you can add it to smoothies and it's supposed to be good for digestion.
So, thank you to whoever planted this wonderful aloe vera many years ago!
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Contentment
I found this picture of Lucy and I which was taken a few days after we moved to the Big Island, May 2010. So many changes since then! Not only has Lucy changed, but all of the other kids, too.
You know how some people comment about how "sad" it is that their kids are growing up? I've never quite understood that. I mean would they really rather them stay babies forever? I believe there is a rare genetic disorder for that. I enjoy watching our children grow and change and learn. I think it's the heart trying to hold on to this life, trying to ignore the fact that we are all here for only a short while. Thank you Jesus that we aren't here forever!
My current struggle of the mind is contentment. Contentment is a confusing subject for me as a Christian. We are called to yearn for heaven, not to treasure up things here on earth, and YET we are called to be content and thankful while here. Finding that balance has been and probably always will be a difficult object to find.
Em and Lucy 2010
You know how some people comment about how "sad" it is that their kids are growing up? I've never quite understood that. I mean would they really rather them stay babies forever? I believe there is a rare genetic disorder for that. I enjoy watching our children grow and change and learn. I think it's the heart trying to hold on to this life, trying to ignore the fact that we are all here for only a short while. Thank you Jesus that we aren't here forever!
My current struggle of the mind is contentment. Contentment is a confusing subject for me as a Christian. We are called to yearn for heaven, not to treasure up things here on earth, and YET we are called to be content and thankful while here. Finding that balance has been and probably always will be a difficult object to find.
Em and Lucy 2010
Friday, April 20, 2012
Living in Hawaii
Depending on the day, my response to "How do you like living in Hawaii?" would vary greatly. There are things I love about it, such as the mild, nice weather most of the time, except for the rainy season. I also love being able to leave our windows open year round, and feeling the cool breeze blow through our house. On the other hand, I miss the seasons, and being able to enjoy a nice warm fire. We chose to live in a more rural area so that we could have a decent sized yard, so we drive a lot, and with gas being $4.75/gal it hard on our budget.
It's not paradise, it's still life here in Hawaii. The area where we live has the lowest socio-eco level in the state, and we see the evidence of that everyday in the hitchhikers, the many unemployed, the homeless, and the dilapidated homes. I think many people move here with a dream of an easy life where all you need to do to eat is pick coconuts and mangos, and live in your tent on the beach...think LOST without all of the pretty clean people.
I am thankful that we have been able to live here and will most likely stay for another year or so. I think living here will make me appreciate all of the things that I miss most about living on the mainland.
It's not paradise, it's still life here in Hawaii. The area where we live has the lowest socio-eco level in the state, and we see the evidence of that everyday in the hitchhikers, the many unemployed, the homeless, and the dilapidated homes. I think many people move here with a dream of an easy life where all you need to do to eat is pick coconuts and mangos, and live in your tent on the beach...think LOST without all of the pretty clean people.
I am thankful that we have been able to live here and will most likely stay for another year or so. I think living here will make me appreciate all of the things that I miss most about living on the mainland.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Let's get real
For the past couple of years, since moving to the Big Island, I've used this blog to post pics and updates of what is happening with our family as we live and grow. I've not included much of what is REALLY going on though if you know what I mean. Yes, we have lots of fun going here and there, but we also have many daily struggles that I do not mention here.
I follow a few blogs myself. I've discovered that I benefit from other bloggers that openly speak about what they are dealing with in this crazy life where we find ourselves. So, I've decided to try and "get real" and not be afraid of sharing on my blog.
So where to begin? I'll begin with today.
Today I had an appt. with my mid-wife at 24 weeks. Everything looks great, baby is growing normally and I'm not gaining too much weight, even though I feel like a fatty.
I'm working nights at the hospital, and I must say it's been a challenge. I'm not a night person, and I love to sleep. Thankfully Mark has been taking the kids on excursions when I need to sleep, so it's been manageable so far. I certainly do not want to do this long term, but for now I'm just thankful I have a job on an OB unit and work with plenty of super nice nurses.
I'm homeschooling St. John for the remainder of the school year. We have good days where he is excited about his assignments and bad days where he complains constantly and drives me mad. Right now his favorite subject is math, probably because I'm not his teacher- www.khanacademy.org is.
I follow a few blogs myself. I've discovered that I benefit from other bloggers that openly speak about what they are dealing with in this crazy life where we find ourselves. So, I've decided to try and "get real" and not be afraid of sharing on my blog.
So where to begin? I'll begin with today.
Today I had an appt. with my mid-wife at 24 weeks. Everything looks great, baby is growing normally and I'm not gaining too much weight, even though I feel like a fatty.
I'm working nights at the hospital, and I must say it's been a challenge. I'm not a night person, and I love to sleep. Thankfully Mark has been taking the kids on excursions when I need to sleep, so it's been manageable so far. I certainly do not want to do this long term, but for now I'm just thankful I have a job on an OB unit and work with plenty of super nice nurses.
I'm homeschooling St. John for the remainder of the school year. We have good days where he is excited about his assignments and bad days where he complains constantly and drives me mad. Right now his favorite subject is math, probably because I'm not his teacher- www.khanacademy.org is.
Friday, April 6, 2012
Friday's adventure!
Friday's adventure began at the surf shop where Poppy rented a two-man kayak(notice the lovely car decal--which is typical Big Island). After strapping the kayak on top of the van, we headed to one of the many small beaches in the Hilo Bay. While Mimi and Poppy took the kayak out for the first trip, the kids has a blast playing in the sand. When Mimi and Poppy returned I took Ella and Lucy out for a spin in the kayak. Then it was St. John's turn with Poppy. It was so much fun, it made me wish we had a couple of kayaks of our own!
Saturday, March 31, 2012
March of Dimes walk
Ella, St. John and I enjoyed the March of Dimes walk this morning in Hilo. We walked with a group from the OB unit at the hospital where I work. We had a great time exercising and meeting
new friends!
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Mimi and Poppy are here for a visit!
---and everyone is so excited.
Here's a few pics of Mimi and the girls at their cottage rental(which also happens to be located near Ella's school).
Here's a few pics of Mimi and the girls at their cottage rental(which also happens to be located near Ella's school).
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Tea Party with Lucy
One of Lucy's favorite things to do is have a tea party. It's hard to believe there will be another little girl around the house for her to have her tea parties with!
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
3 kids
On President's day, I had to work and so Mark took the kids to one of our favorite spots. He took some funny pics:
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Lots going on here
Lucy started preschool twice a week-- she loves it!
I started my new job at Hilo Medical Center in the OB unit-- I love it so far!
Instead of adopting right now(which is what our plan was), God has blessed us with a healthy pregnancy-- and we are super excited!! The baby is due in early August, and we are pretty sure it's a boy since the pattern has been boy/girl/boy starting with David, ending with Lucy. Do we still want to adopt? Absolutely, just not before August.
I started my new job at Hilo Medical Center in the OB unit-- I love it so far!
Instead of adopting right now(which is what our plan was), God has blessed us with a healthy pregnancy-- and we are super excited!! The baby is due in early August, and we are pretty sure it's a boy since the pattern has been boy/girl/boy starting with David, ending with Lucy. Do we still want to adopt? Absolutely, just not before August.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Banana Flower
Have you ever seen a banana flower? Well, I had not until I moved to the tropics. One of our banana plants just popped out a flower and I wanted to share it. Isn't it cool! The petals of the flower are the baby bananas!
The other pic is of a wild flower that I saw on a walk around the neighborhood.
Also, it has been super windy lately. That means lots of palm fronds and coconuts have been falling. So, I have been collecting the young green coconuts and have gotten 2 pitcher fulls of delicious coconut water!
The other pic is of a wild flower that I saw on a walk around the neighborhood.
Also, it has been super windy lately. That means lots of palm fronds and coconuts have been falling. So, I have been collecting the young green coconuts and have gotten 2 pitcher fulls of delicious coconut water!
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Sunday, January 8, 2012
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