Image by arttower Homesteading: Not Just for Big Farms Have you ever wondered what a homestead really is? Some people think you need a huge piece of land to be a homesteader, but that's not always the case. In reality, a homestead can be as small as half an acre, or even less, for a single family to thrive. The only time you really need a lot of land is if you're a commercial homesteader. So, don't think you have to be super rich to be a homesteader. You can plant a garden just about anywhere to grow food. Let's learn more about this topic. A homestead is a piece of land where people live and grow their own food. It doesn't have to be a huge farm - even a small backyard can be a homestead! According to Merriam-Webster, a homestead is defined as "the home and adjoining land occupied by a family," "an ancestral home," or "a tract of land acquired from U.S. public lands by filing a record and living on and cultivating the tract." In simple...
Olden Oasis holds a special place in my heart, as it was built by my grandparents' own hands many years ago. Back then, life moved at a slower pace, allowing them to create a cozy and functional home with a welcoming ambiance. They didn't have power tools, so they built the house one room at a time, focusing on simplicity and practicality. As I carry on their homesteading tradition, join me as I share this part of my heritage with you on my blog, Olden Oasis.