Links and guests celebrate healthy living at Links in Pink 2008

On Saturday I attended the 2008 Links in Pink Luncheon at the Doral Resort. In spite of inclement weather, 300 people were in the audience. My tablemates included my friend Bernadette Poitier, my physician, Dr. Victoria Roberts and my soror and fellow FAMU alum, Arleen Poitier.

The Luncheon was sponsored by the Dade County Chapter of the Links, Incorporated. Promoting a healthy lifestyle and supporting efforts to reduce breast cancer were among the foci of the event.

Local attorney and publisher of The South Florida Times, Robert Beatty served as host. Other special guests included young songstress, Alecys “Lyrix” Proctor Turner and nutritionist/author/entrepreneur Roniece Weaver.

Weaver prepared a nutritious and delicious meal sans the fat, sodium and calories that typically comprise our meal selections and contribute to the increased frequency of diabetes, high-blood pressure and obesity in the black community.

The event was chaired by Nicole Archie. Davrye Gibson-Smith is chapter president.

The Links in Pink was indeed a lovely affair hosted by a group of dynamic women. I’m looking forward to attending next year.