February Update: Just Between Us Article Published & Upcoming Giveaway!
February is often when I start to experience the winter blues.
Anyone else?
I try to get outside when I can, stay active, and be in community, but it’s still hard to keep an upbeat attitude when it’s been so dark and cold for so long. I’ve found myself crawling into bed at eight o’clock (sometimes earlier), feeling like it must be almost ten at night.
This month our family has also been struggling with winter illnesses. Before New Year’s, we were all doing well in avoiding the winter bugs going around. I like to think our family is fairly healthy, as we make sure to get our rest, eat home-cooked meals, and exercise regularly. And I do think this has contributed to us staying mostly healthy for the majority of winter.
But this month, we all took a turn! As soon as one person got sick and then started feeling better, the next person got sick, and then the next. With that said, I am thankful to be a homemaker who has more flexibility to meet the needs of my family during these unpredictable times where illnesses pop up and schedules change. And it’s only encouraged me to pray and pray some more as we’ve battled illnesses, loaded up on vitamins, and made more chicken noodle soup.
Praise God, we finally seem to be getting some reprieve this week! It definitely makes me appreciate our good health all the more.
With that said, I know spring is on the horizon, and slowly, but surely that sun is starting to stay out a bit longer in the northern hemisphere. Even though we often get snow well into March, I’m looking forward to more sunshine. While I appreciate the beauty of winter, I’m also thankful that it will soon be on the way out.
On a lighter note, I’m happy to share I recently had an article published with “Just Between Us”, a Christian-based women’s magazine meant to walk alongside women in the joys and difficulties of life.
The article may look familiar (if you’ve been following my blog for a while), as it was also published through my blog a couple years back. Feel free to check it out and share it at the link below.
Just Between Us article: https://justbetweenus.org/christian-relationship-advice/healthy-relationships/over-explaining-the-hidden-fear-behind-our-words/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
You can also find it through my blog here.
Later this month, be on the lookout for a signed book and workbook giveaway! I’m excited to partner with an award-winning Christian author, speaker, and professional counselor who has written an incredible book on generational trauma. Her book is extremely beneficial to those on their healing journey from past abuse and trauma.
Be on the lookout for more information coming soon. In the meantime, make sure you are subscribed via WordPress or through e-mail in order to stay informed about the giveaway and enter later this month.
God bless the rest of your week! Keep seeking God in your health and relationships!
Thank you for reading, supporting, and commenting!
I am still working on my book, so I will not be on WordPress or posting as frequently, but I will respond to your comments when I see them. Thank you for your continued prayers and support on this writing journey.
Photo by Raul Koženevski: https://www.pexels.com/photo/serene-winter-sunrise-in-estonian-bog-30644746/
Congratulations Amber on having an article published! How exciting! Glad the family is feeling better and I remember those times of thinking will Spring ever get here.
Thank you, Ron! Yes, I was very excited. God bless your week, and thank you again for reading and commenting.
Amber what a blessing you are to us bloggers and now beyond. So excited for you! May God continue to show you the path to take💜💜🙌🏽🙏🏽
Thank you so much! You are too kind, and thank you for reading. God bless your week and your writing!
Thank you Amber, and congratulations! I read your article at Just Between Us and remember reading it when first published. I’m glad you have so many good things happening and the family is well. Keep up the good work. Your voice and experience are needed. Blessings
Thank you, RJ! I appreciate it! God bless the rest of your week and your writing!
Congratulations on the publication of your article! I, too, find February a dark and dreary month. Thankfully, Spring is on its way.
Thank you, Anna. Yes, it’s been bitter cold where I live, but thankfully the sun is out!
I’m glad you’re all on the mend, Amber! Congratulations on your article and prayers for inspiration and focus as you write your book!! xo
Thank you, Debbie! It’s good to hear from you!
You too, Amber! It’s been too long! Always wishing you and your family the biggest blessings!