Jackie Minniti is a former reading teacher and education writer for the Courier Post. She is currently a columnist for The Island Reporter, a publication serving the south Gulf Bea...view moreJackie Minniti is a former reading teacher and education writer for the Courier Post. She is currently a columnist for The Island Reporter, a publication serving the south Gulf Beaches in St. Petersburg, Florida. Minniti lives on nearby Treasure Island with her husband. Visit her website at www.jackieminniti.com.view less