a quote to share

I ran across this quote and had to share it:


"May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise, and love. It is there for each and every one of us." - - Mother Theresa


I think we all struggle with this during certain times in our lives. Trusting who we are and where we are is tough, and it has been very tough for me the last year. The Lord makes us who we are and puts us where we are to do the things we need to do. I need to put this quote everywhere - on my bathroom mirror, on the dashboard of my car, on my desk!


Being a mother means balancing lots of things. To me, finding real happiness comes from a balanced life, and I struggle to find that, as I think all mommies do. When I am working, I am thinking about the moments and memories I am missing with Lizzy and when I am at home, I sometimes find myself worrying about all the things I didn't get done at work. Even when I am doing something I enjoy, I have to fight the guilt. Motherhood is filled with so many wonderful things, but this is the biggest struggle I have with it. Below is another quote that I am trying to live by these days.


"The secret to having it all is knowing you already do."

Life is always a work in progress, isn't it? :o)