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, Family Matters, Fatherhood

My Full Time Dad: Honoring Single Fathers

Minimarie D. Hardy

Most men if faced with the arduous task of being a single father would flee the scene at any given moment. My father, Archie Gaines was called to do it, and he stepped up to the plate. He is a strong believer in the fact that a man should take care of his family no… Continue reading My Full Time Dad: Honoring Single Fathers

Friendship, Journeys In Motherhood, Mom Motivation And Empowerment

The Other New Year: My After 30 Vibe

Minimarie D. Hardy

I shared the blessing in celebrating another year on earth recently. There was something totally different I felt in my core about this birthday that was a different sort of vibe than I've ever felt in welcoming another year here on earth. I think it was a mixture of emotions that we all have experienced… Continue reading The Other New Year: My After 30 Vibe

Mom Motivation And Empowerment, Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Purge The Grudge: Steps Towards Healing And Forgiveness

Minimarie D. Hardy

There's nothing worse than that gut turning feeling that nags at your spirit that reminds you that you haven't fully healed or let go of a negative experience or a past offense. Holding on to a grudge is damaging inside and out. Saying that you've forgiven someone, but living in bitterness can feel like your… Continue reading Purge The Grudge: Steps Towards Healing And Forgiveness

Family Matters, Journeys In Motherhood, The Little Things That Count

10 Steps In Nurturing Your Child’s Mental Health

Minimarie D. Hardy

Our children's mental health needs and concerns are as equally important in cultivating, caring, protecting, and supporting as any other area in their lives. Parents and guardians shouldn't put to the back burner the importance of mental health regarding their children to that of academics, physical fitness, and spiritual understanding. Mental health matters when it… Continue reading 10 Steps In Nurturing Your Child’s Mental Health

Being Authentic, Friendship, Journeys In Motherhood

Odd Mom Out

Minimarie D. Hardy

Motherhood can be a bit tricky when it comes down to building relationships due the the juggling act of our many responsibilities, family dynamics, our children's personalities, and not to mention our own makeup in disposition. In truth, not every mom fits into the stock image of the motherhood girlfriend subgroups. We find ourselves identifying… Continue reading Odd Mom Out