Purchasing from big-box and non-locally owned stores filters your money out of your local economy. Keep money circulating around your local economy by shopping from locally-owned companies whenever possible. Some easy changes to make include going to local mechanics instead of dealerships, and a local bookstore instead of an online retailer. In addition to shopping at locally-owned stores, look for products made in your area or country. If, for example, your local grocery store sells an olive oil made abroad and one made by a local farm, opt for the local oil. For products that may not be made directly in your area, such as clothing or cars, look for ones that are made in your country. Small banks and credit unions are generally more mindful with your money and invest directly in your community. They also tend to be more flexible in supporting loans for small, local businesses. Work with a local bank or credit union rather than a megabank to not only support local jobs but also to support investment in your local community. In addition to being beneficial for your local economy, local banks often offer the same services with lower fees attached. Locally-owned grocery stores and farmers markets are great places to get food made, shipped, and stocked by people in your area. Shop at farmers markets when you can, and look for locally-sourced products at the grocery store. When you go out to eat, choose local restaurants instead of large chains. There are often locally owned restaurants at a variety of prices. You can replace your fast food habit with local options and not have to shoulder too great a price increase.
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One-sentence summary -- Purchase from local, small businesses. Shop for products made in your area or country. Bank with local banks and credit unions. Eat local foods at home and at restaurants.

Q: You can get the kit from your local pharmacy or NeilMed's website. NeilMed offers three types of kits:  The Sinus Rinse Starter Kit includes an 8-ounce (240ml) squeeze bottle and 5 packets of premixed rinse solution. The Sinus Rinse Complete Kit includes an 8-ounce (240 ml) squeeze bottle and 50 packets of premixed rinse solution. The Sinus Rinse Kids Starter Kit includes a 4-ounce (120ml) squeeze bottle and 30 packets of premixed rinse solution, specially formulated for children. The CDC recommends that you use warm water and soap. Scrub your hands for about 20 seconds, or about the amount of time it takes to sing the "Happy Birthday" song twice. You can warm water up on the stove or in the microwave in a clean safe container. You should warm the water for 5 seconds at a time if using a microwave. It should be at body-temperature, or "lukewarm." Do not use water that is not micro-filtered, boiled, or distilled to rinse your sinuses. Tap water may contain microorganisms that could cause illness. The correct amount of water should be 8 oz. (240 ml). Your water line should be at the dotted fill line of the bottle. If you are using a Kids Sinus Rinse kit, you will use 4 oz. (120 ml) of water. Don't use your teeth to tear the packet. Make sure you screw the cap on tightly so it doesn't fall off in the next step. This will allow the saline mixture to dissolve into the water.
A: Obtain a Neilmed Sinus Rinse kit. Wash your hands to avoid contaminating the product. Warm up distilled or previously boiled water until it is slightly warm. Fill the bottle with the designated amount of water. Cut the corner of a mixture packet that came with the kit. Pour the contents into the bottle and tighten the cap. Place one finger over the tip and shake the bottle gently.

Article: After the broad leaves start to form, you should weed by hand regularly. The large leaves will shade out some weeds. Let it soak for a few minutes to reach the whole root system. Water below the leaves to avoid powdery mildew and scab. ” You can remove them by hand. Cover your plants with netting cheesecloth while they are young, if you have a problem with cucumber beetles.
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Place mulch around your squash for the first few weeks if you have a weed problem. Water your squash mounds when the soil begins to dry out. Look out for squash vine borers that leave “sawdust.

Article: Bring these ingredients to a boil in a large pan over medium heat. Once they reach a boil, bring down the heat to low. Keeping the temperature up too high will result in the barley burning and the water evaporating too quickly. If you don't have 4 people to serve, this recipe is easily cut in half. However, don't necessarily modify the toppings too much – if you like it sweet, you may need just as much sugar! Barley is a tough nut to crack (figuratively, of course. Literally barley is a grain with just a nutty flavor). Because of it's tougher consistency, it takes longer than oats or rice to make tender. Stir every 10 minutes or so, checking on how it's doing. Every pot will differ slightly in the time needed to cook. Keep the lid on as much as possible. When 10 minutes is up, take it off and give it a few stirs with a wooden spoon. When the water is mostly gone, the barley is done. Even if you're looking for a runnier porridge, drain the cooked barley. The water that's left probably won't taste as good and rich as a cup of milk will. This is easiest to do with a plastic or metal colander. If you're in a bind, hold the lid up the edge of the pan and tip it over into the sink to dispel the water. 1 cup of milk, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon will turn your plain barley into a regular breakfast feast. Modify the sweetness as you see fit, of course. The milk is necessary (the fatter the milk, the creamier the taste), but you can experiment with the brown sugar and cinnamon and explore other things like honey, fruit juice, or yogurt, too. This is generally how long it takes until the milk has almost been entirely absorbed. What's more, the barley will take on some of the sweet, cinnamon-y flavor. When it has a thick, glutinous, porridge-like consistency, it's done! You can add more milk if you'd like it a little thinner. Right now you just have basic barley porridge. To spice things up, top each dish with walnuts, a drizzle of heavy cream, and fruit, if desired. There’s no getting tired of that! If you're the curious type, try yogurt, peanut butter, cocoa, honey, or any other addition that you think would make the porridge a breakfast of champions.
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Combine 2 cups barley with 6 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt. Simmer until the barley is tender, about 45-60 minutes. Drain the cooked barley. Combine the cooked barley and the rest of the ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 more minutes. Divide the porridge between four bowls.