A most blessed time at the Bantay's Residence! We held our High School Core Leaders Retreat here today and we just praise God for an awesome time He gave our leaders to be refreshed and trained for the ministry. They consist of college, career, and some high schoolers who are being led to serve the Lord in our youth ministry at church! 
Not only did we have some intense workshops through out the day, but we also had a great time in fellowship, in eating, and in just being goofy for God! It also happened to be Roby's birthday today! Happy 21st Birthday, Roby! (He's the guy in the Vans shirt.) Yaye! 
A wonderful surprise came in the mail! It was a Crepevine Gift Card from Chris, Connie Ann, and Cyrus! It was their way of saying "Thank You" for taking pictures at Cyrus' birthday party. Even if I didn't get a thing, I would still be so very blessed to be part of the celebration! I think the best things in life are the thoughtfulness that come from loving friends. To me, it's not just a gift card. It's a gift card to one of my favorite places to eat! So, thank you so much, Connie Ann and Chris! I will surely enjoy every bite of my crepe! I almost feel guilty for being rewarded for something I absolutely love to do ... "capturing the moment."
Niko and I went to the thrift store today and found this beautiful bowling ball that came with a bag for only $12! Of course I had to get it! I really enjoyed bowling the other night with my friends and thought it would be great to practice to get better this summer. Well, it looks like we will be spending some time practicing our strikes and spares in the alleys! Anyone down?
Ask for forgiveness. I will offer forgiveness to those who have hurt me, and I will ask for forgiveness for any wrong I’ve done to others.
Matthew 5:23–24: “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.”
It was truly amazing to see a friend's photography exhibit this past weekend! I hope one day I will be able to do the same. I still have so much to learn, but I know where my strength and wisdom will come from and I know Who I am doing it for. I just praise God that I am surround by great friends who are willing to school me as I follow right behind them. Oh the possibilities to bring glory and honor to God through the talents He has given to us! 
Maribel and I had a wonderful lunch at Sweetie Pie's Cafe today! She has been such a sweetheart of a friend to me. I praise God for the times we can spend together.
She was a little scared of shooting with my camera, but I think she did a wonderful job with this picture. She doesn't know it yet, but I think she will be one of my favorite photographers soon.
We both enjoyed our turkey and bacon panini sandwich with a side salad. A perfect meal for a nice sunny day! It was a girlie meal, but it did satisfy us nicely. We even had free samples of chocolate cheesecakes!
