Here are the much anticipated (at least by Heidi and James!) Heintz family photo previews! Enjoy!
Sweet sisters!
Boys need their room to roam!
LOVE IT!
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Monday, October 05, 2009
Slackin' at updatin'
Yeah, it has been awhile since a Stenberg family update. So sorry.
Seems like we've been busy. But when I look at our lives, I have a hard time seeing
what we've been busy doing. Mark is leading our connection group. I'm leading a Bible study at church. Mark is still busy in the concrete world. I'm lending a hand with some family ministry stuff at Cornerstone AND pursuing photography AND training for a 5K.
God is HARD at work in us right now. He is chiseling away and making us
beautiful all over again. But don't you know that hard stone feels that chisel?
Callen is great. 15 months this past weekend. Growing. Climbing.
Talking more and more and more.
He's figured out the "b" sound now
and says many words:
"mama" sometimes he just says "mom"
and "dada" sometimes he just says "dad"
"uh oh"
"nana" banana
"NaaNaa" Naomi, his sweet girlfriend
"caka" cracker
"baby"
"all done" He signs this one and almost says the words
"pappaw" Mandy's dad
"poppa" Jerry T
and almost "meme" Mandy's mom
He is also working on "grandma" Mark's mom
All in all life is good for the Stenbergs. How are you?
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Well . . . we did the drawing for the FREE session with mandybee photography!
And we learned a lesson in the process.
ALWAYS check the batteries in the video camera before starting a cool idea.
Watch:
Really!? He pulled out one name. It was perfect. And just as I
was about to tell the "world" who the winner was . . . the red
light on the camera went out. No kidding.
I was left with a dilema:
Reshoot and simply say the same name no matter who he pulled OR
just put this silly video online and tell you that the winner is:
JEN LEE!
So I imagine in the coming weeks
you'll see some pics of Mr. Abram!
Congrats Jen!
Monday, August 24, 2009
Enter to Win a MandyBee Photography Session!
In your last family photo, is your now middle school daughter still in diapers?
Need some fun engagement photos to use at your upcoming wedding?
Seniors - time to get those classic shots for mom and dad AND the yearbook?
If you fit in any of the categories above or would just like some great photos, then keep reading!
Enter this contest to win a free session from MandyBee Photography!
This is a $75 value.
Drawing to be held Friday, September 18.
Complete the following listed activities and receive the number of entries per activity:
1 entry) Visit www.mandybeephotograhy.com and email Mandy via the "contact us" button.
1 entry) In that email, comment on your favorite home page slideshow image from the website.
2 entries) Refer a friend to MandyBee Photography. Make sure they mention your name!
3 entries) If that friend books a session, you'll get your name in the hat THREE more times!
1 entry) Check out the photos on this blog from the Love Affair Workshop. Leave a comment on that blog entry.
1 entry) Post a witty or thought provoking comment on Mandy's Facebook wall. Make sure you mention this contest.
I'll keep track of all your entries. This could be really fun!
The winner will be posted here on the blog as soon as we draw on Friday, Sept 18.
Now, happy clicking!
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Date Night: Iowa State Fair
Mark and I spent our date night at the Iowa State Fair on Monday. Callen hung out with gal pal Naomi and her awesome family. Here are a few pics from the fun.
Mark and the winning GIANT pumpkin.
Just for fun . . . i know, i should have folded my hands.
On the sky lift
This mama llama had a seriously bad hair day.
Mark and the winning GIANT pumpkin.
Just for fun . . . i know, i should have folded my hands.
On the sky lift
Callen with his state fair prize - a Winnie the Pooh won at the Water Gun game.
I LOVE that game!
Monday, August 03, 2009
Love Affair Workshop photo shoot pics
On Wednesday of the Love Affair workshop, we were sent out in groups of 4 with fabulous models (thanks to Brandi Howard and her design team!). Here are some of my favorites . . .
I learned so much! And met some incredibly talented women.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Atlanta
I'm in Atlanta for Love Affair Workshop. Today was a big day. I learned that I'm not like anyone else. I am who I am. I am the photographer that I am supposed to be. I don't need to compare. I don't need to be like anyone else. I so need to learn lots more about my "craft." There are so many things I don't know. But I can learn. I can practice.
The photos are from the trip so far . . . mostly the fabulous W hotel.
Kelly Moore Clark is one of the teachers of the workshop. It has been fun to see
her in her element!
Brandi Howard is here too! She works with Kelly.
It has been good. More to come.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
A visit to a BAPTIST church
Hello friends. I am traveling this weekend and week. I'm in the Atlanta area visiting friends this weekend and then here Monday-Friday morning for a photography workshop. This morning I had the joy of visiting a VERY LARGE Baptist church here in the Atlanta area. And boy oh boy did it bring back some serious memories.
You see, Cornerstone Church of Ames is NOTHING like anything I grew up attending. My Baptist roots just don't translate to the corn fields of Iowa. So Cornerstone does what it takes (and what God asks of them!) to be a light in the Midwest.
That said, I love Cornerstone.
But this morning, I experienced LOTS of things that I have not experienced for quite some time. Things I saw and heard that were sweet memories:
1) "Please stand in honor of the reading of God's Word"
2) a choir
3) a sermon with a LOT of alliteration for the points (3 points and a poem!)
4) An offering plate being passed, complete with the "special song" for offertory
5) Offering envelopes in the seat back in front of me
6) Lots and lots of ladies in their "Sunday best"
Some things I had NEVER seen before:
1) Valet parking for PRESCHOOL families! OH MY WORD. LOVED IT!
2) An auditorium that seats about a gazillion people (maybe like 5000)
It was a great worship experience.
I'm headed to the photography workshop tomorrow. Here's hoping that I really am a good student and learn a lot. Big kudos to my mom and Jerry for hanging with Mr. Callen this week while Mark's at work and I'm gone. Callen's getting some good Meme time!
You see, Cornerstone Church of Ames is NOTHING like anything I grew up attending. My Baptist roots just don't translate to the corn fields of Iowa. So Cornerstone does what it takes (and what God asks of them!) to be a light in the Midwest.
That said, I love Cornerstone.
But this morning, I experienced LOTS of things that I have not experienced for quite some time. Things I saw and heard that were sweet memories:
1) "Please stand in honor of the reading of God's Word"
2) a choir
3) a sermon with a LOT of alliteration for the points (3 points and a poem!)
4) An offering plate being passed, complete with the "special song" for offertory
5) Offering envelopes in the seat back in front of me
6) Lots and lots of ladies in their "Sunday best"
Some things I had NEVER seen before:
1) Valet parking for PRESCHOOL families! OH MY WORD. LOVED IT!
2) An auditorium that seats about a gazillion people (maybe like 5000)
It was a great worship experience.
I'm headed to the photography workshop tomorrow. Here's hoping that I really am a good student and learn a lot. Big kudos to my mom and Jerry for hanging with Mr. Callen this week while Mark's at work and I'm gone. Callen's getting some good Meme time!
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Randomness
Here are some pics of Callen. More to come soon with a BIG BIRTHDAY BASH just a few weeks away!
On the boat with Stenberg cousins, Memorial Day
Lake Family!
Elijah, Callen, Noah, Elliot, and Hattie
SWEET FACE!
On the boat with Stenberg cousins, Memorial Day
Lake Family!
Elijah, Callen, Noah, Elliot, and Hattie
SWEET FACE!
Friday, May 22, 2009
Pics from May
Callen and I at Reiman Gardens, Mother's Day
Callen with friends at Pella Tulip Time . . . Naomi and Max
Callen and his sweet girl . . . Naomi
Callen at Tulip Time in Pella, IA
Callen with friends at Pella Tulip Time . . . Naomi and Max
Callen and his sweet girl . . . Naomi
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Love Affair Workshop
Many of my faithful readers already know that at the end of May I will be done with my job at Cornerstone Church. After six years of incredible ministry and personal challenge, God has given me a new job - Callen's mom! Mark and I have known all along that when we had two kids, I would stay home. Nope, not making any announcement here . . . it just seemed like it was the right time now rather than waiting.
If you are a long time reader, you also know that I've dabbled in photography for quite some time. I sort of fell into it by accident. Then it became something I enjoyed doing as a creative, on the side outlet. I don't know that I am really any good at it . . . that's where the LOVE AFFAIR WORKSHOP comes in.
In July I am traveling to Atlanta, GA, for a week of intense training AND intense fun! Four fabulous ladies (one of whom I have known since she was in elementary school!) host this event for women only, and from what I understand, it is much more about personal growth and understanding and balance than it is about photography. Don't get me wrong, I will come away knowing more about photography than even I possibly can dream about. But I am so looking forward to really getting it - a new passion for this "hobby," a clearer picture of what MandyBee Photography should look like, and some definition of even the real viability of photography as extra income for our family.
They are also hosting a scholarship contest, hence this post. They will enter names in a raffle for each task attendees accomplish. Here's hoping that the name that comes out of that hat is mine!
I'll leave you with a pic of two of the sweetest boy on earth . . .
If you are a long time reader, you also know that I've dabbled in photography for quite some time. I sort of fell into it by accident. Then it became something I enjoyed doing as a creative, on the side outlet. I don't know that I am really any good at it . . . that's where the LOVE AFFAIR WORKSHOP comes in.
In July I am traveling to Atlanta, GA, for a week of intense training AND intense fun! Four fabulous ladies (one of whom I have known since she was in elementary school!) host this event for women only, and from what I understand, it is much more about personal growth and understanding and balance than it is about photography. Don't get me wrong, I will come away knowing more about photography than even I possibly can dream about. But I am so looking forward to really getting it - a new passion for this "hobby," a clearer picture of what MandyBee Photography should look like, and some definition of even the real viability of photography as extra income for our family.
They are also hosting a scholarship contest, hence this post. They will enter names in a raffle for each task attendees accomplish. Here's hoping that the name that comes out of that hat is mine!
I'll leave you with a pic of two of the sweetest boy on earth . . .
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Friday, April 24, 2009
Sunshine and first touches of grass!
Beautiful sunshine day in Iowa, tulips in our backyard
First time to actually feel the grass.
Saturday, April 04, 2009
Random Pictures
Mr. Callen is now 9 months old. He says "Mama" and "da da" and something like "ba . . ". He is crawling fast around the house and pulling up on anything taller than he is. He is a sweet boy.
Thursday, April 02, 2009
A Birthday Tribute
38 reasons I love my husband:
1. He loves God.
2. He loves me.
3. He likes to dance.
4. He is Callen's daddy.
5. He loves Callen.
6. He is a hard worker.
7. He makes me laugh.
8. He is quirky.
9. He is very smart.
10. He is a super connection group leader.
11. He spoils me.
12. He eats my cooking.
13. He loves his family.
14. He wants to make a difference in this community.
15. He likes to work in the yard.
16. He loves my family.
17. He does the laundry.
18. He wakes up early with Callen and lets me snooze a bit more.
19. He is learning to be patient with my emotions.
20. He is helping me learn to communicate through my emotions!
21. He is my best friend.
22. He wants the best for our family.
23. He works hard to provide for our family.
24. He tells me I am beautiful.
25. He sings silly songs to me.
26. He encourages me.
27. He is an incredible dad.
28. He likes to travel.
29. He is loyal to his friends.
30. He does ALL of the snow removal in winter.
31. He mows the yard in spring/summer.
32. He doesn't get mad when I forget to fill up my gas tank.
33. He is not an angry fellow.
34. He protects me.
35. He challenges me to be open minded.
36. He is a thinker.
37. He appreciates art.
38. Did I mention that he loves me????
Happy 38th Birthday Mark!
1. He loves God.
2. He loves me.
3. He likes to dance.
4. He is Callen's daddy.
5. He loves Callen.
6. He is a hard worker.
7. He makes me laugh.
8. He is quirky.
9. He is very smart.
10. He is a super connection group leader.
11. He spoils me.
12. He eats my cooking.
13. He loves his family.
14. He wants to make a difference in this community.
15. He likes to work in the yard.
16. He loves my family.
17. He does the laundry.
18. He wakes up early with Callen and lets me snooze a bit more.
19. He is learning to be patient with my emotions.
20. He is helping me learn to communicate through my emotions!
21. He is my best friend.
22. He wants the best for our family.
23. He works hard to provide for our family.
24. He tells me I am beautiful.
25. He sings silly songs to me.
26. He encourages me.
27. He is an incredible dad.
28. He likes to travel.
29. He is loyal to his friends.
30. He does ALL of the snow removal in winter.
31. He mows the yard in spring/summer.
32. He doesn't get mad when I forget to fill up my gas tank.
33. He is not an angry fellow.
34. He protects me.
35. He challenges me to be open minded.
36. He is a thinker.
37. He appreciates art.
38. Did I mention that he loves me????
Happy 38th Birthday Mark!
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Look at me!
So on Sunday, Callen pulled up in the crib at church. On Sunday afternoon, he worked on practicing his skill instead of taking a nap.
Here I go . . .
Just a little more . . .
Steady now . . .
Ta Da!!!!
Here I go . . .
Just a little more . . .
Steady now . . .
Ta Da!!!!
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