Friday's Fabulous Flick

This week's flick features Michaela DePrince, the youngest member of The Dance Theater of Harlem.

She's captured here in all of her 18 yearold cuteness attending the American Ballet Theater' Spring Gala recently held in New York.

If you're not familiar with her story, check this article out. I think you'll be impressed and inspired.

Have a super weekend all!

How To Handle "Haters"

" The downside of being successful at anything is that there will be human beings out there who will feel threatened, angry, hostile, jealous, and just plain nasty about your success..." Gwyn Gilliss

There seems to be an obsession with "haters" these days. Whether it's in music or fueled on social media, the hater discourse rages forward. But, I've found very few articles on strategies one can use to shield oneself from so called haters.

This piece is a quick, straightforward read. The key takeaway: be happy and continue to be wonderfully you. Good things will come you way.

I know this is true from experience. Every since I started this blog, I've been the subject of snarky commentary.

I stuck with it and have had the privilege of meeting so many positive people as a result. The so called "haters" are placed in the corner of my conscience -which is where they belong.

So good people don't get fixated on the people that dislike you. Focus on those who support and love you.

You have too much awesome living ahead of you to worry about "haters."

Happy Mother's Day To All Moms!

I hope you have a super fabulous day!

Friday's Fabulous Flick

This week's flick features fabulous designer B. Michael and Super Socialite Kathy Chenault attending  the "Posh Event" for Lighthouse International.

The event was held in New York City and raised funds to assist individuals with various vision impediments.

BET Heiress Paige Johnson is Married!

Congratulations to Paige Johnson and Dudley Payne III who recently married at the fabulous Ocean Club in the Bahamas.

The Washington Post is reporting that 200 guests traveled to the lush Caribbean locale for a four day celebration.

I know this story may be heartbreaking for some because Paige is so gosh darn cute (and rich). But she's officially off the market.

Congratulations!

Friday's Fabulous Flick

This week’s flick features Greg Belinfanti, Brooklyn Museum Trustee Tamara Belinfanti, and artist Paul Outlaw attending the Brooklyn Museum's third annual Brooklyn Artists Ball fundraising gala. 

The Belinfantis are a dynamic, young power couple (he’s a Managing Director at One Equity Partners, LLC and she is an Associate Professor at New York Law School). They are definitely ones to watch.

Have a great weekend good people!

Friday's Fabulous Flicks

On Saturday, April 20, 2013, the Baltimore, Maryland Chapter of The Links, Incorporated hosted its annual luncheon fundraiser "Empowering Women in Leadership" at the Sheraton Delaney Valley. More than 350 guests donned their fabulous hats for an afternoon of engaging conversation and fun.

 

Chapter Vice President Hon. Miriam B. Hutchins with April Ryan

This year's guest speaker was April Ryan, White House Correspondent for American Urban Radio Networks and Host of The White House Report. Ms. Ryan shared professional insights and tidbits from her upcoming book. She also participated in an audience Q & A on her experiences serving as a White House Correspondent under Presidents Clinton, Bush and Obama.

Baltimore Links at the Silent Auction area (from left to right)

E. Francine Stokes McElveen, Esq., Hon. Miriam B. Hutchins, Esq., Patricia Wilson, Faith Thomas, Esq., Joy Owens, F. Aileen Taylor, Erica Fry Cryor, Esq., Patricia Jessamy, Esq. (Chapter President), and Charlene Cooper Boston, PhD.

 

Esther Avery, Lynn Reed, Dana Moore, Esq., Patricia Jessamy, Esq., and Lt. Governor Anthony Brown.

 

Link Roslyn Smith, Baltimore Chapter Member and Links, Inc. National Executive Council Member

 

Thanks to my good buddy Link Lynn for sending this wonderful flicks!

Have a great weekend everyone!

We WILL Finish The Race

I'm back in Boston now - starting my PhD program (yes I travel a lot).

On my way here, I was struck by this Boston Magazine cover.

The image consists of shoes from Boston Marathon runners. Even more striking is the simple but powerful phrase " We Will Finish The Race."

As Boston begins the repair work on its shattered emotional state, I think many of us can apply the concept of "race finishing" in various aspects of our lives.

And no matter how discouraged you may feel at times, remember that you will finish the race.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Emerging Young Leaders Summit in Philadelphia

The members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. recently held their North Atlantic Regional Conference in Philadelphia.I served as an (ahem) "Social Delegate" and enjoyed hanging with my Sorors tremendously. 

All kidding and jokes aside, I also served as a workshop facilitator for the Emerging Youth Leaders Summit at the West Philadelphia YMCA. While it was a chilly day, the energy was infectious from both the children, the staff of the Y, and my Sorors who worked hard of developing a nice half day program. The workshops covered social media etiquette, dating violence prevention, conflict resolution, and bullying prevention.

(Left to right) Dr. Tricia Bent-Goodley, Constance Pizarro (AKA North Atlantic Regional Director), Terry Henry (Executive Director of the West Philadelphia YMCA), Carolyn House Stewart, Esq. (AKA International President), and AKA planning committee member present a new Wii to the YMCA for their youth activities.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.'s Emerging Youth Leaders program aims to positively impact the lives of 10,000 girls in grades six through eight through direct involvement and skill building with the children. The idea is to provide leadership skills and academic preparation.

Congratulations to Dr. Tricia Bent-Goodley (pictured below who is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. International Program Committee) for coordinating a great event!

Pressing The Pause Button

I'm in Chicago now - having left Philadelphia (and my Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorors in town for the recent North Atlantic Regional Conference). And just a few weeks ago, I was in Boston for The Eastern Area of The Links, Incorporated Conference.

So, today I watched the news in a transfixed state regarding the manhunt for the Boston Marathon bombers. This situation was/is horrible on so many levels.

At.this writing, the second suspect has been captured (the first suspect was killed). Naturally, many of us are breathing a sigh of relief.

Therefore, I'm pressing pause on this week's fabulous flick. I feel.today is a time for reflection and prayer.

Be ever vigilant and watch over each other.

Have a super weekend!

Friday's Fabulous Flick

Publicolor honored Coty award winning fashion designer Jeffrey Banks (pictured here with Eleanor Banks) at the Annual Stir, Splatter +Roll Gala recently in New York City. 

Publicolor focuses on “design-based programs and academic support engage at-risk youth in their education and combat the lack of job-preparedness that fuels poverty.”

Have a super weekend all!

PS - And...I am calling on my Eastern Area Sister Links to provide me photos from the recent Eastern Area Conference in Boston. Your girl was werking and couldn't catch a down moment to snap lots of photos.