About Staci Gerardi

Staci loves to write, and loves to share her "take" on everything thrown her way. Movies, entertainment, food, fashion, shopping, money, travel and family. There's nothing off limits at NovemberSunflower.com, and Staci's always telling it like it is: good, bad, and all that lies in between!
17 03, 2021

Who was Saint Patrick and why’s there a St. Patrick’s Day

By |2021-03-06T10:47:05-05:00March 17, 2021|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Who was Saint Patrick and why’s there a St. Patrick’s Day

Who was Saint Patrick and why did Ireland honor him with a Feast Day? Not much is known about him, but I've dug up the dirt for you! One thing to know.... he wasn't even Irish!

15 03, 2021

Harmful Easter Treat Ingredients for Dogs

By |2024-02-17T14:42:06-05:00March 15, 2021|Food & Drink|Comments Off on Harmful Easter Treat Ingredients for Dogs

Learn how to keep your dogs safe from harmful easter treats - the ones in your easter baskets, along with those in your massive easter Sunday dinner spread. They're everywhere!

10 03, 2021

Irish Soda Bread Recipe Collection

By |2025-02-05T18:28:49-05:00March 10, 2021|Food & Drink|Comments Off on Irish Soda Bread Recipe Collection

Irish Soda Bread. It's the must-have on St. Patrick's Day, right behind corned beef and cabbage. Just like there's tons of corned beef and cabbage recipes, there's even more Irish Soda Bread recipes to sort through. To make life easier for everyone, I've created a small but solid Irish Soda Bread recipe collection for my [...]

8 03, 2021

Reasons why daylight savings time is bad for your health

By |2023-07-11T14:04:08-04:00March 8, 2021|Health & Nutrition|Comments Off on Reasons why daylight savings time is bad for your health

It's almost time again. Yep. If you live in states other than Hawaii and much of Arizona, get ready for the "Spring Forward" clock nonsense. We all dislike doing this each March, and frankly, we aren't fans of "Falling Back" in November, either. Why do we even have to do it? It's antiquated and needs [...]

3 03, 2021

International Women’s Day Events in 2021

By |2021-02-27T11:40:42-05:00March 3, 2021|Lifestyle|Comments Off on International Women’s Day Events in 2021

The International Women's Day events in 2021 are virtual, but powerful. A full weekend of kick-ass women coming together to provide amazing talks, entertainment and more. Check out some of the events, and register for the main event and more!

1 03, 2021

What to do with your dyed Easter Eggs after Egg Hunt Ends

By |2024-02-17T15:21:39-05:00March 1, 2021|Food & Drink|Comments Off on What to do with your dyed Easter Eggs after Egg Hunt Ends

After an easter egg hunt, what does one do with all those colored eggs? Since I'm a big fan of hard boiled eggs, I like to enjoy them in a variety of recipes. One of them is my super simple egg salad made with all organic ingredients! Including our organic dyed easter eggs.

24 02, 2021

What You Can Do to Help Your Autistic Child Thrive in Special Education Classes

By |2021-02-19T12:48:43-05:00February 24, 2021|Family|Comments Off on What You Can Do to Help Your Autistic Child Thrive in Special Education Classes

Parents need all the help we can get! How can you help your autistic child thrive in special education classes? We're offering helpful tips.

22 02, 2021

Healthier Easter Candy Swaps

By |2022-12-30T11:19:51-05:00February 22, 2021|Health & Nutrition|Comments Off on Healthier Easter Candy Swaps

We love our candy, don't we? No one wants non-candy crap in their Easter Basket. Here are healthier Easter CANDY swaps for your baskets.

17 02, 2021

Our Best Picks for Sarasota Neighborhood Restaurants

By |2024-01-10T20:34:42-05:00February 17, 2021|Travel|Comments Off on Our Best Picks for Sarasota Neighborhood Restaurants

Dreaming of Sarasota's white powder beaches along with beautiful crystal blue waters ? Me, too. However, I also dream about food so I'm always looking for unique places to eat when vacationing in my favorite places. Sarasota neighborhood restaurants have some of the best food, and then there are some that are more cocktail oriented, [...]

15 02, 2021

Plan Your Unforgettable Dog Friendly Lake George Vacation

By |2023-12-23T14:10:10-05:00February 15, 2021|Travel|Comments Off on Plan Your Unforgettable Dog Friendly Lake George Vacation

It's time to start thinking about your summer vacations! If you live in, or near New York, take a road trip to Lake George, NY with your dogs! Start planning today with this helpful guide to dog friendly places to stay, places to eat and places to explore.

10 02, 2021

A Weekday Valentine’s Day Movie Marathon Celebration

By |2024-02-10T21:50:08-05:00February 10, 2021|Lifestyle|Comments Off on A Weekday Valentine’s Day Movie Marathon Celebration

Usually, when Valentine's Day falls on a weekend it's a big "going out to celebrate" kind of day. However, when it falls during the week, this might not be the case for many people. Another option? Ordering in (or cooking at home) and having a Valentine's Day Movie Marathon. Top 6 Valentine's Day Movie Marathon [...]

8 02, 2021

How Ending Toxic Relationships Can Help Your Anxiety

By |2024-01-12T14:31:06-05:00February 8, 2021|Depression & Mental Health|Comments Off on How Ending Toxic Relationships Can Help Your Anxiety

Sometimes we end up in a toxic relationship through no fault of our own. It's important to learn how ending toxic relationships is important to our mental health.

3 02, 2021

The 14 Things Dads with Daughters Need to Know

By |2021-01-23T12:41:49-05:00February 3, 2021|Family|Comments Off on The 14 Things Dads with Daughters Need to Know

If you're blessed to be a girl dad, you'll want to make sure you know the most important things about having a daughter.

1 02, 2021

4 Ways to Help Your Family Stay Happy and Safe During Quarantine

By |2021-01-23T11:20:21-05:00February 1, 2021|Family|Comments Off on 4 Ways to Help Your Family Stay Happy and Safe During Quarantine

We never thought we'd be dealing with Covid for this long, and constantly being asked to stay home for such extended periods of time. We're here to offer excellent suggestions on ways to stay happy and safe during quarantine.

27 01, 2021

How To Revamp Your Beauty Routine For The New Year

By |2023-11-18T14:32:49-05:00January 27, 2021|Lifestyle|Comments Off on How To Revamp Your Beauty Routine For The New Year

With each new year, there's a chance to revamp your beauty routine. Take your beauty in a new and fresh look today with small adjustments. Nothing has to be dramatic to make a statement! We all just need a little refresh every so often, without making ourselves unrecognizable.

25 01, 2021

7 Tips for Encouraging Physical Activity in Your Family

By |2022-12-30T11:39:34-05:00January 25, 2021|Health & Nutrition|Comments Off on 7 Tips for Encouraging Physical Activity in Your Family

Many families spend time watching tv or playing board games together for family time. Let's change that and encourage physical activity together. It can start on the weekends and slowly become a daily thing. The key is to start slowly, and make it as fun as possible.

20 01, 2021

4 Reasons to Regularly Meet With a Psychiatrist when you’re overwhelmed

By |2021-01-09T15:17:41-05:00January 20, 2021|Depression & Mental Health|Comments Off on 4 Reasons to Regularly Meet With a Psychiatrist when you’re overwhelmed

If you're feeling overwhelmed in your life, it's time to accept you need to ask for help and actually ACCEPT the help. Friends and family are great to talk to, but a mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist, are the best ones to go to for long-term help.

18 01, 2021

6 Ways To Protect Your Home From Mother Nature

By |2023-07-11T10:37:44-04:00January 18, 2021|Lifestyle|Comments Off on 6 Ways To Protect Your Home From Mother Nature

Mother nature can wreak havoc on your home with electrical storms, hurricanes, floods and tornadoes. Even if you have a considerable insurance policy covering natural disasters, it’s best to make repairs and upgrades to your home before a storm rolls in. You know, protect your home from mother nature to try and avoid as much [...]

13 01, 2021

Gifts That Help Kids Develop an Interest in History

By |2021-01-02T12:32:05-05:00January 13, 2021|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Gifts That Help Kids Develop an Interest in History

History is often boring for kids. However, there are ways parents can inspire their kids to develop an interest in history. Find gifts you can give your kids to spark their passion for history.

11 01, 2021

6 Tips to make it easier to Declutter Your Home for the New Year

By |2023-11-18T14:05:20-05:00January 11, 2021|Lifestyle|Comments Off on 6 Tips to make it easier to Declutter Your Home for the New Year

The environment we live in has a significant impact on our mental health. You can only adopt simple living ideas if you only keep what you need. In the year ahead, one of your resolutions should be to declutter your home. This process should be pain-free and fun. A disorganized home can cause a feeling [...]

6 01, 2021

5 Tips So You Can Start The New Year Off Right

By |2023-11-18T14:37:19-05:00January 6, 2021|Lifestyle|Comments Off on 5 Tips So You Can Start The New Year Off Right

It happens every year. As the fall months fade into the darker days of winter, people search for a chance at renewal. For many, this manifests in New Year's resolutions: statements of intent that, unfortunately, are often long forgotten by the time Spring arrives on the scene. That doesn't have to be your reality this [...]

4 01, 2021

Need workout motivation? Try one of these Fun and Challenging Classes

By |2022-12-30T11:40:04-05:00January 4, 2021|Health & Nutrition|Comments Off on Need workout motivation? Try one of these Fun and Challenging Classes

Many of us promise to workout and get healthy each new year. Then the new year hits & we have no workout motivation. Let's change that for this year. It's a lot easier to amp yourself up to work out when there's fun classes that never make you feel like you're actually working out! Find some of them on this list.

30 12, 2020

Dal Makhani and Other Indian Dishes Your Family Will Love

By |2020-12-19T11:26:22-05:00December 30, 2020|Food & Drink|Comments Off on Dal Makhani and Other Indian Dishes Your Family Will Love

Need a combo of heat, sweet and tang? Indian Cuisine incompasses all of it! Check out Indian dishes your family will love.

28 12, 2020

All You Should Know About How to Travel with a Dog

By |2024-02-20T10:56:32-05:00December 28, 2020|Travel|Comments Off on All You Should Know About How to Travel with a Dog

Traveling is a nice experience and most people choose to enjoy outdoor adventures with their friends. But don't forget about furry friends! Pet ownership has increased over 50% in the last years in the US, and so did the number of people that choose to travel with their dog. All You Should Know About How [...]

23 12, 2020

Healing Power of art therapy for depression

By |2023-09-19T18:11:50-04:00December 23, 2020|Depression & Mental Health|Comments Off on Healing Power of art therapy for depression

Being depressed isn't a great place to be. In my [Angela] personal experience, I didn't even know I was depressed. One morning I woke up and it hit me. Over the course of two or three years dating back to a traumatic experience, I had slowly: closed myself off from the world detached from friend [...]

21 12, 2020

6 Tips for Giving Your House a Modern Home Renovation

By |2023-10-18T13:39:45-04:00December 21, 2020|Lifestyle|Comments Off on 6 Tips for Giving Your House a Modern Home Renovation

There are many reasons for being in possession of an older home, but each one will likely lead to some needed changes. This could be anything from a couple add-ons to an entire remodeling. Either way, you'll probably be aiming for a more modern sensibility than your house's current aesthetic. 6 simple tips for a [...]

16 12, 2020

5 Unique Activities To Do With Kids at Home

By |2020-12-05T10:51:50-05:00December 16, 2020|Family|Comments Off on 5 Unique Activities To Do With Kids at Home

Unique activities you can do with your kids whilst stuck at home during a school break, or maybe a pandemic. Check them out now.

14 12, 2020

Family Moving? 4 Ways To Find A Home For Sale

By |2020-12-05T10:31:54-05:00December 14, 2020|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Family Moving? 4 Ways To Find A Home For Sale

Four ways you can find a home for sale when you're ready to move your family.

9 12, 2020

Estate Planning Basics: Securing Your Family’s Future

By |2020-11-27T11:52:14-05:00December 9, 2020|Family|Comments Off on Estate Planning Basics: Securing Your Family’s Future

Learning even the basics of estate planning can help ease the burden from your loved ones' shoulders after your death. One of the best things you can do is PLAN FOR YOUR LOVED ONES! It will only help them through the grieving process.

7 12, 2020

How to Properly Protect Your Home and Have Beautiful Seaside Home Decor

By |2020-11-27T11:14:02-05:00December 7, 2020|Lifestyle|Comments Off on How to Properly Protect Your Home and Have Beautiful Seaside Home Decor

Living on - or by - the water, requires a certain kind of home maintenance many people aren't aware of when buying a home. We often don't know how important it is do decorate our seaside homes with protection and minimal maintenance in mind. We're here to help you properly decorate your seaside home.

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