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.

A Helping Hand

July 6, 2017July 6, 2017 Minimarie D. Hardy

The biggest test of your efforts as a parent is watching your children take initiative in doing what they believe is right without your urge in imput. My eldest two children have begun to take more of an active role in taking initiative at home in helping beyond their expected chores, and I couldn't… Continue reading A Helping Hand

Family Matters

Can’t Touch This: Good Touch/ Bad Touch

June 27, 2017August 12, 2017 Minimarie D. Hardy

It is very important for parents to create the open dialogue of explaining appropriate and inappropriate touch to their children. Child sexual abuse is a reality that all parents should break the taboo in discussion in being proactive in prevention. Many of us have heard of "Stranger Danger" however many child molestation and sexual abuse… Continue reading Can’t Touch This: Good Touch/ Bad Touch

Friendship, Journeys In Motherhood, Women and Moms Who Inspire

The Friendship Lifeline with Erica Grant

June 19, 2017January 5, 2020 Minimarie D. Hardy

There's a time in our lives where we begin to evaluate our friendships. We begin to take an account of our relationships in seeing the truth of what they are. We also in this stage begin to take a self -assessment of who we are when it comes down to extending the bond of friendship.… Continue reading The Friendship Lifeline with Erica Grant

Being Authentic, Family Matters, Fatherhood

Grandpa’s Girl

June 18, 2017June 17, 2018 Minimarie D. Hardy

My grandfather and I shared a very close connection. I was his riding buddy, and he was my trusted source of comforting wisdom. We visited my grandparents everyday. Their home was like a second home for me even throughout adulthood. My grandfather was more like a father to me. My grandfather was my first best… Continue reading Grandpa’s Girl

Journeys In Motherhood

It’s The Little Things That Count

June 14, 2017January 22, 2021 Minimarie D. Hardy

Many people think that it takes the most extravagant of moments to make children's hearts smile. It's actually the little things that make a world of difference in memories to share as a family. There are times when I look back at fond memories of my childhood for which I don't think about… Continue reading It’s The Little Things That Count

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

Fighting Flight

June 11, 2017January 26, 2020 Minimarie D. Hardy

My daughter shared in her first experience of dance camp to kick off summer break. It has been awhile since she attended this particular dance studio, but she was familiar since she was a former student. The owner and instructor knew her very well. The instructor has always treated my family kindly. I could see… Continue reading Fighting Flight