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, Mom Motivation And Empowerment, Spiritual Growth and Understanding

I Am Here & I Never Left!

Minimarie D. Hardy

  I looked at a few messages and texts from some friends and loved ones who shared how in desperate need they were for someone to talk to in sharing their doubts and troubles. I don't judge them because I have as well had a few moments where I felt I needed to reach out… Continue reading I Am Here & I Never Left!

Mom Motivation And Empowerment

   10 Tips For Taking A Mental Health Break For Moms

Minimarie D. Hardy

I can sense it approaching when my mental and physical energies are depleted from the balancing act of all the roles that I carry. Sometimes, I need to take a mental break from it all. I've learned to recognize when it's time to step back, recharge, and prioritize my well-being. I've become more attuned to… Continue reading    10 Tips For Taking A Mental Health Break For Moms

Family Matters, Journeys In Motherhood, Mom Motivation And Empowerment, The Balancing Act

Brown Sugar Baby : Fostering Confidence and Positive Self Esteem In Our Daughters

Minimarie D. Hardy

As parents we can't change what society or the media deems as beautiful. We can only share with our children regardless of gender the meaning of what true beauty is from the inside out. I don't want my daughters to just to see themselves as beautiful; I want them to see everyone as beautiful. I pray that in some way as I embrace my inner beauty as a woman that my girls will grow in appreciation in walking fully in confidence knowing who they are inside and out.

Family Management, Journeys In Motherhood, Mom Motivation And Empowerment

Mom Has Had It Officially! : How To Keep Your Cool and Your Sanity 

Minimarie D. Hardy

We have to protect ourselves from taking on the martyr personality of doing everything and not holding anyone accountable ,yet feeling resentful inside of bearing such an impractical nuisance. No, we are not trying to be an warden over a prison facility. Be that as it may, a mother shouldn't feel anyway convicted for wanting the best for her family especially with the acute understanding that everyone can partake in the shared order of peace.

Family Management, Journeys In Motherhood, Mom Motivation And Empowerment, The Balancing Act

 Words Hurt & They Last: Covering Our Words Toward Our Children  

Minimarie D. Hardy

    The words that we use towards our children have the power to build them up, or they can break their spirits in tearing them down. I can remember growing up being teased by my aunts about my busty esthetic, my short kinky hair, and "funny" colored brown skin (meaning I didn't fit in being… Continue reading  Words Hurt & They Last: Covering Our Words Toward Our Children  

Autism Support & Awareness, Family Learning, Mom Motivation And Empowerment

 Engaging In Learning With Your Autistic Toddler

Minimarie D. Hardy

   Learning is important for all children. Parents of autistic  children can engage in a variety of activities at home to strengthen academic success and competency. We as parents are our children's first teachers. It can be complex with working with a special needs learner; however as parents we can't be intimidated. All children love… Continue reading  Engaging In Learning With Your Autistic Toddler