A Christian, David R. Hardiman lives with his wife of 46 years in Arlington, Texas. He has served in numerous community leadership roles and as trustee for one of his previous colleges. Hardiman is the father of three daughters and the grandfather of six precious grandchildren. Bailey, a double-pedigreed shih tzu and special friend, completes the family as his beloved service dog. She arrived seven years ago with a remarkable plan to help David face his new life challenges.