Integrating Eternity

Reflection as a Mother: My Husband could tell you all day about how much of an overthinker I am. At times, it comes in handy, like when we are on a trip and the slight chance occurs that we use an item that I typically overpack. Most of the time, though, it is my greatest flaw. It makes me question the person God created me to be and, at times, His great plan for my life when I face adversities. I cling to things people say or do and replay them over and over, convincing myself that I have identity in them.  The thing I overthink about most is my motherhood, probably because that is the stage of life I am entering into now. The thing I reflect on the most in my motherhood is: Am I doing enough? I cling to things people say or do and replay them over and over, convincing myself that I have identity in them.  This is something that consumes my mind as a mother, often because comparison is such a thief of joy.  When I find myself overthinking my role as a mother, I start to ...