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.
Friendship

Come Outside: The Importance of Friendships that Foster Connection and Fun

Minimarie D. Hardy

You either recall that friend or were that friend growing up who would knock on the door excitedly to say, "Do you want to come outside to play?" It was like being in a heartwarming sitcom of the kid next door standing in anticipation of your response to, "Yes", and you both happily stepped out… Continue reading Come Outside: The Importance of Friendships that Foster Connection and Fun

Family Learning, Family Matters

Mental Health & Family Wellness: Breaking the Taboos in Healing Together

Minimarie D. Hardy

I vividly remember growing up in the 80's and 90's, where mental health discussions were scarce, especially within families. Mental health within families was a topic of quiet understanding, known directly or indirectly. Personally, within my family growing up, discussions about mental health were either secretive, regarding a loved one who struggled, or at times… Continue reading Mental Health & Family Wellness: Breaking the Taboos in Healing Together

Journeys In Motherhood, Self Care

Motherhood and Mental Health: Compassion and Wellness

Minimarie D. Hardy

I reflect on my motherhood journey in acknowledging the daily balancing act that mothers face,and its impact on mental health. Onlookers would often comment on my hands being full as I navigated grocery shopping with my infant twins in a carrier and pushed my older two children in the shopping cart. As my children have… Continue reading Motherhood and Mental Health: Compassion and Wellness

Spiritual Growth and Understanding, The Little Things That Count

The Blessing of A Do Over :The God of A Second Chance

Minimarie D. Hardy

I relished as a child, the opportunity to have a do over at home plate in kickball . Sometimes the first kick didn't go as planned with  attempting to kick the ball. There could be many mishaps that could throw you off your game. None of us are immune to our human nature in falling… Continue reading The Blessing of A Do Over :The God of A Second Chance

Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Show Them Your Scars, Not Your Wounds

Minimarie D. Hardy

I have some recent scars on my arm that for the life of me I can't hide which resulted from a near fatal car accident. We all have our share of scars, but wounds garner a deeper healing journey that takes time to heal. There are scars we may not can't hide, but God wants us to trust him with our wounds to make it all better.