Millie Copper, Author at Homespun Oasis

Natural Ways to Treat Dry Winter Skin

by Millie Copper | Feb 16, 2021 | Health, Homesteading

Dry winter skin is an unpleasant side effect of the fun of the season. Whether we’re doing the homestead chores, in the mountains snowshoeing, on the ski slope, or just hanging out at home in front of the fire, dry itchy skin can be a real problem. And...

30 Healthy Soup Recipes – Made with Real Food Ingredients

by Millie Copper | Feb 16, 2021 | Cooking

With snow falling and our Wyoming temperatures dipping below zero, a hearty bowl of soup helps chase the chill away. We enjoy economical and healthy soup recipes year-round, but the steaming goodness especially hits the spot on these frigid days. While popping open a...

Winter Tailgating with Traditional Foods

by Millie Copper | Feb 10, 2021 | Cooking, Recipes

Does your love of the outdoors find you making your way to the ski resort at every available opportunity? In this pandemic time, many resort experiences are different than in year’s past. Lodge time is discouraged or limited, and many places require personal...

How to Make Preparedness Backup Plans – And Why You Need Them

by Millie Copper | Jan 28, 2021 | Preparedness

Recently we talked about get-home bags, commonly referred to as GHB. In the past, we’ve discussed everyday carry bags (EDC) and touched on bug-out bags (BOB). These, along with food storage and supplies, are all popular prepping topics. A topic not as often...

Get Home Bag: Why You Need One and How to Make It

by Millie Copper | Jan 18, 2021 | Preparedness

Do you need a get home bag? If you ever leave your home, chances are good you should add a get home bag to your preparedness plans. This bag contains the emergency essentials you need in order to get from where your stranded—work, running errands, a dentist...