Author: Minimarie D. Hardy

Minimarie Doe Hardy is a versatile professional, with a strong background in writing, faith based facilitating through ministry and community outreach, speaking, and in education as a teacher. "Mini" is true to her southern roots in its culture, hospitality, and cuisine. She places great importance on family and community, and takes pleasure in hosting, cooking, and volunteering for various causes. Minimarie earned a B.A. in Mass Communication and an M.Ed. in Elementary Education.
Being Authentic, Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Don’t Be Hard To Help

Minimarie D. Hardy

I have two children who are fiercely independent in being strong willed. My son and daughter duo have an age gap of eight years apart, yet they similarly take pride in saying, "I got it Mom" in most scenarios. There are times that it's obvious that they both need a helping hand on separate occasions… Continue reading Don’t Be Hard To Help

Friendship, Spiritual Growth and Understanding

My Sister’s Keeper: Sis, I’m Here

Minimarie D. Hardy

One of my dearest friends asked if it would be okay to get my girls for a visit to give me a little time to myself. I knew she had her own brood of four kiddos under the age of six herself, and I hesitated in not wanting to be a burden. We sat in… Continue reading My Sister’s Keeper: Sis, I’m Here

Mom Motivation And Empowerment, Spiritual Growth and Understanding

You’re Not Alone: ” You Have People!”

Minimarie D. Hardy

My mother offered us reassurance when we left home to embark on the journey of adulthood, quoting a succinct phrase, "Remember, you have people." In her southern accent, she emphasized that regardless of the challenges we faced or the uncertainty of the future, we had a support system comprising family and loved ones who genuinely… Continue reading You’re Not Alone: ” You Have People!”

Journeys In Motherhood, Mom Motivation And Empowerment, Spiritual Growth and Understanding

When I’m Not At My Strongest I Reach Out To God For Strength

Minimarie D. Hardy

I've learned in taking off my Superwoman cape that there's power and not weakness in owning your vulnerabilities. It takes a lot of courage to admit when you're not at the baseline of your normalcy when balancing life and parenting. I'm humbled in my spirit when I encounter situations that are beyond my control, or… Continue reading When I’m Not At My Strongest I Reach Out To God For Strength

Journeys In Motherhood, The Little Things That Count

Family Table Talks : How A Rickety Table Brings Us Together

Minimarie D. Hardy

I sat down five plates of my famous Hoppin John stew, mixed greens, and buttery cornmeal on our rickety table for Sunday dinner. I have to be very careful if not one of the top planks lifts ups, and I have to move the table carefully holding the legs. I never thought a whack purchase… Continue reading Family Table Talks : How A Rickety Table Brings Us Together

Journeys In Motherhood, Mom Motivation And Empowerment

Knowing Your Worth : 12 Tips To Grow Your Inner Glow

Minimarie D. Hardy

I must admit that there are some days where I feel on top of the world in growing into my own juggling life and kids. However, there were some periods in my life where I found myself soul searching in trying to cope through challenges in difficult seasons in understanding my true worth as a… Continue reading Knowing Your Worth : 12 Tips To Grow Your Inner Glow