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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!
24 10, 2022

Ways to Keep Your Modern Heater Around for as Long as Possible

By | 2022-10-20T18:17:20-04:00 October 24, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Ways to Keep Your Modern Heater Around for as Long as Possible

Even though a modern heater should stand up to quite a bit of wear and tear, it requires regular maintenance. Well, I mean, if you want it to last for as long as possible. With a little bit of preventative maintenance and regular service calls, it should last for many years to come.   Ways [...]

19 10, 2022

How a Clean and Tidy Home Supports Positive Mental Wellbeing

By | 2023-01-23T15:23:56-05:00 October 19, 2022|Depression & Mental Health|Comments Off on How a Clean and Tidy Home Supports Positive Mental Wellbeing

Feeling low, down, depressed or hopeless can really interfere with energy levels. Low energy means no motivation to keep on top of the cleaning, laundry, and home chores. A messy and dirty home can also feed into negative thinking and feelings of being not good enough. It’s a vicious cycle. How can you get some [...]

17 10, 2022

Your All-In-One Guide to the Keto Diet

By | 2022-12-30T11:16:57-05:00 October 17, 2022|Health & Nutrition|Comments Off on Your All-In-One Guide to the Keto Diet

If you're interested in weight loss, then you may have heard of the ketogenic dieting trend, also known as the "keto" diet. More than just a buzzword, the keto diet relies on the principle of ketosis, which is the state your body enters when it processes its fat stores for energy. The traditional way to [...]

12 10, 2022

What to Look For When Choosing an Assisted Living Facility

By | 2022-10-02T10:40:22-04:00 October 12, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on What to Look For When Choosing an Assisted Living Facility

Making the decision to move into an assisted living facility is a big one. It's important to do your research to find the best possible place for your unique situation. Choosing the Right Assisted Living Facility for Yourself or Loved One Four important things to look for when choosing an assisted living facility. The Right [...]

10 10, 2022

Maintenance Management to Keep Track of in Your Home

By | 2022-10-02T10:27:07-04:00 October 10, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Maintenance Management to Keep Track of in Your Home

Owning a home has its benefits and drawbacks, just like owning a car. Besides giving you protection and comfort, your home can also go out of date with time. However, to ensure you have a healthy and happy home investment, proper maintenance is key. This is because it will reduce wear and tear, as well [...]

5 10, 2022

How the Town You Live In Could Be Affecting Your Health

By | 2022-10-05T14:55:53-04:00 October 5, 2022|Depression & Mental Health|Comments Off on How the Town You Live In Could Be Affecting Your Health

Is your hometown affecting your health? Many people don’t give enough thought to how their hometown may affect their health. As a result, they may end up choosing to live in a place with limits. Living somewhere with limited resources and contact with others can take a toll on your mind, body, and spirit.   [...]

3 10, 2022

Warning Signs of Water Heater Trouble

By | 2022-10-04T13:48:42-04:00 October 3, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Warning Signs of Water Heater Trouble

You rely on your water heater every single day—but how often do you think about it? For most people, the answer is “not often”. That’s not surprising, given that water heaters are designed to be low-maintenance appliances. However, even the best-designed and most well-made water heater can run into trouble from time to time. Water [...]

28 09, 2022

4 Financial Strategies to Save Money for Your Child’s Future

By | 2022-09-24T19:52:14-04:00 September 28, 2022|Family|Comments Off on 4 Financial Strategies to Save Money for Your Child’s Future

Saving for your child’s future is one of the best investments that you can make. However, that's sometimes easier said than done. Starting to save when they're younger is tough, since it's expensive to even have children, right?! But there will come a time when you're able to give your child every financial advantage possible! [...]

26 09, 2022

5 Signs It’s Time to Repaint Your Boat

By | 2022-09-24T09:02:28-04:00 September 26, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on 5 Signs It’s Time to Repaint Your Boat

For many boat owners, repainting their vessel is a necessary but dreaded task. Not only is it time-consuming and expensive to repaint your boat, but it can also be difficult to know when the job needs to be done in the first place. Let's help decrease the stress! Do You When It's Time to Repaint [...]

7 09, 2022

Four Bad Plumbing Warning Signs

By | 2022-09-22T16:30:49-04:00 September 7, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Four Bad Plumbing Warning Signs

When you're experiencing bad plumbing problems at your home or business, you may think the problem is one that came on completely out of the blue. However, that is probably not the case. In fact, most plumbing problems are ones that started showing themselves long before the crisis occurred. Four Bad Plumbing Warning Signs To [...]

5 09, 2022

5 Ways to Make a Small Kitchen Feel Bigger

By | 2022-09-03T09:22:06-04:00 September 5, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on 5 Ways to Make a Small Kitchen Feel Bigger

We're all aware that the heart of a home isn't the living room, right? It's always been the kitchen! We gather here and when your kitchen is small, it's hard to improve it so it can be the heart of your home. So, if you have a small kitchen, no doubt you struggle with its [...]

31 08, 2022

Eco-friendly Trend: Antique Furniture

By | 2022-08-27T09:08:13-04:00 August 31, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Eco-friendly Trend: Antique Furniture

Thanks to a dangerous pandemic directly affecting the supply chain all over the world, antique furniture has increased in popularity! Antique furniture is trendy, eco-friendly, and readily available. Antique furnishings have helped people solve supply chain delays and higher prices for many custom or mass-market pieces! Plus, the thrill of the hunt brings in a [...]

29 08, 2022

A Guide to Effectively Work from Home with a Toddler

By | 2022-08-27T08:50:32-04:00 August 29, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on A Guide to Effectively Work from Home with a Toddler

Remote work has been on the rise for years, but it saw a major boom during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, many companies are transitioning to remote work on a permanent basis. If you’re the parent of a toddler, that has big benefits. It offers: more flexibility time at home with your little one extra cash [...]

24 08, 2022

Staining, Sealing, & Coatings: 5 Benefits of Concrete Resurfacing

By | 2022-08-21T14:46:53-04:00 August 24, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Staining, Sealing, & Coatings: 5 Benefits of Concrete Resurfacing

First impressions matter. The first thing guests see when they arrive at your home or place of business is the driveway and concrete walkway leading up to the front door. If these areas are old, cracked, or just generally in poor condition, it can give visitors a less than favorable impression of your home or [...]

22 08, 2022

5 Signs That Your Foundation Needs Repair

By | 2022-08-14T12:33:12-04:00 August 22, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on 5 Signs That Your Foundation Needs Repair

Since your home is your castle, you of course want it to remain in excellent condition. Unfortunately, once you start to notice certain things around your home that are sticking or misaligned, this often means foundation problems have found their way to your house. Never wait to address these issues!  If you ignore them, get [...]

15 08, 2022

8 Delicious Family Reunion Meals

By | 2022-08-13T14:08:23-04:00 August 15, 2022|Food|Comments Off on 8 Delicious Family Reunion Meals

A family reunion is when family members who don't see each other daily come together to discuss and reminisce about the times. A key aspect of family reunions is the food (some of which are homemade) which brings all the joy and excitement together and makes the attendees nostalgic. 8 Family Reunion Meals to Serve [...]

10 08, 2022

How To Plan and Plant a Sprinkler System

By | 2022-08-07T11:16:53-04:00 August 10, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on How To Plan and Plant a Sprinkler System

The difficulty of installing a sprinkler system will depend on things like size, budget, terrain, and whether it's for a residential property or commercial business.   How To Plan and Plant a Sprinkler System However, you can get started on any type of sprinkler project with a few baselines. Familiarize Yourself With the Basics Even [...]

3 08, 2022

Sweet From Sour: 5 Health Benefits Of Sauerkraut

By | 2022-12-30T11:17:38-05:00 August 3, 2022|Health & Nutrition|Comments Off on Sweet From Sour: 5 Health Benefits Of Sauerkraut

Believed to have originated in China well over 2,000 years ago, sauerkraut is a fermented cabbage. It doesn't get the praise it deserves, even though it's a popular side dish in many countries around the world. Germans get it, they know what's up with this side dish! However, most people don't know sauerkraut offers a [...]

27 07, 2022

Sustainable Gardening in an Urban Landscape

By | 2022-07-21T18:27:45-04:00 July 27, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Sustainable Gardening in an Urban Landscape

Sustainable gardening is in vogue amongst garden designers and everyday green thumbs. Folks are learning to use reclaimed materials for bean poles and planters, and more people are cutting their carbon use by growing their own vegetable gardens. Sustainable Gardening in an Urban Landscape You'll find most sustainable gardening advice targets folks who have their [...]

25 07, 2022

5 Ways To Keep Your Garbage Disposal Clean

By | 2022-07-21T17:58:11-04:00 July 25, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on 5 Ways To Keep Your Garbage Disposal Clean

One of the most frequently used appliances in a kitchen is a garbage disposal. As you know, your disposal can get smelly in a hurry. After all, you are depositing garbage down its drain on a daily basis. Therefore, it's important to know how to keep your garbage disposal clean. 5 Ways To Keep Your [...]

7 07, 2022

What Goes Into Divorce Proceedings

By | 2022-07-01T12:42:49-04:00 July 7, 2022|Family|Comments Off on What Goes Into Divorce Proceedings

Many courts recognize two types of divorce: no-fault and contested proceedings. Another option to dissolve a marriage: an annulment. Annulments have strict criteria that may vary from state to state. A no-fault divorce means that both spouses are in general agreement about ending their marriage amicably and fairly sharing the marital assets. A contested divorce [...]

5 07, 2022

8 LGBT Romance Books to Read This Year

By | 2022-07-01T12:27:52-04:00 July 5, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on 8 LGBT Romance Books to Read This Year

Discover the ideal LGBTQ love-themed romantic novels to read. All of our favorite romantic clichés, such as friends to lovers, and forced proximity, are present in these stories, but they also explore characters discovering how to live their truths and own their identities. 8 LGBT Romance Books We Recommend to Read This Year Perfectly suited [...]

29 06, 2022

Pizza Ovens, Cocktails, and More: Great Ideas for Summer Cookouts

By | 2022-06-20T09:25:25-04:00 June 29, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Pizza Ovens, Cocktails, and More: Great Ideas for Summer Cookouts

Nobody likes to face the heat alone. When summer rolls around, social events are always on the horizon, and it is a good idea to be prepared. Fortunately, you do not have to be a master party planner to throw impressive summer cookouts. Planning & Organizing Summer Cookouts The next time you are going to [...]

20 06, 2022

How To Give Yourself a Mental Health Boost

By | 2023-01-23T15:35:26-05:00 June 20, 2022|Depression & Mental Health|Comments Off on How To Give Yourself a Mental Health Boost

Have you been feeling down and a bit "blah" lately? Whether you're tired, unmotivated, or even feeling depressed, it's relatively common to find yourself in a funk from time to time. The blues are a normal part of life, but these feelings don't have to be permanent. Give Yourself a Boost When You're Feeling the [...]

10 06, 2022

Summer Activities on Long Island for 2022

By | 2023-01-23T15:13:53-05:00 June 10, 2022|Long Island|Comments Off on Summer Activities on Long Island for 2022

After the last couple of years, it's been rough roads all over Long Island, New York. Last summer the world opened back up, and this year it's feeling a bit more like pre-pandemic times. With so many small businesses and tourist areas getting hit hard, it's a pleasure to be able to travel throughout Long [...]

8 06, 2022

Create a Wedding Menu Perfect for a Picky Bride or Groom

By | 2022-06-04T20:22:18-04:00 June 8, 2022|Food|Comments Off on Create a Wedding Menu Perfect for a Picky Bride or Groom

When it comes to wedding menus, there is no such thing as one size fits all. Every bride and groom has their own unique taste, and that's why it's so important to find a catering company or restaurant that can custom tailor a wedding menu just for you. Picky Bride and Groom Deserve a Fantastic [...]

12 05, 2022

What’s the difference between total carbs and net carbs?

By | 2023-02-04T16:33:55-05:00 May 12, 2022|Health & Nutrition|Comments Off on What’s the difference between total carbs and net carbs?

When discussing diet and nutrition, the word ‘carb’ brings about a negative connotation. Many people see it as a dirty word synonymous with eating too much starchy food. People often believe cutting carbs from their diet is the first step to losing weight. What's the Difference Between Total Carbs and Net Carbs? Just like calories, [...]

10 05, 2022

Senior Home Safety: How to Increase Comfort & Accessibility

By | 2022-04-29T20:59:16-04:00 May 10, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Senior Home Safety: How to Increase Comfort & Accessibility

As people age, they may find that some things become more challenging. One such challenge can be staying comfortable and safe in their own home. Thankfully, you can improve their senior home safety through home upgrades. In this blog post, we'll discuss some of the most essential home upgrades for seniors. We will cover topics [...]

5 05, 2022

7 Items for Your Upcoming Vacation Packing List

By | 2022-04-28T15:24:22-04:00 May 5, 2022|Travel|Comments Off on 7 Items for Your Upcoming Vacation Packing List

When it's time to prepare for your vacation, several items are a must-have regardless of where you go. You might need to get your passport and visa ready if you will be traveling abroad. Also, you may need some clothes to change when you get to your destination. These are just a few of the [...]

3 05, 2022

Could Weight Loss Surgery Help Sufferers of PCOS?

By | 2022-04-28T15:26:00-04:00 May 3, 2022|Lifestyle|Comments Off on Could Weight Loss Surgery Help Sufferers of PCOS?

When a woman struggles: to get pregnant losing weight is experiencing other unexplained issues, such as irregular periods they may become frustrated with pinpointing the cause and finding a treatment or solution. One of the top causes of those issues mentioned is a condition called Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or PCOS. What is PCOS? PCOS is [...]