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Margaret Freeman Osha

Discover the Joys of
Rural Living

Join Margaret, a sixth-generation Vermonter, as she shares her heartfelt insights, passions, and the pure joys of life on the farm. With seventy years of experience, she offers a captivating glimpse into the beauty and fulfillment of rural life.

Winter stream through the Vermont woods
Kitchen garden in Vermont
Rhubarb bread fresh from the oven
Vermont autumn mountain view
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Stories to Savor

My original writing — adventures, quiet moments, and everything in between.

2026 Garden Report

2026 Garden Report

Reflecting on the year, I can confidently say it has been a fruitful one for my gardening endeavors.

Meadowscaping With Wildflowers

Meadowscaping With Wildflowers

The original idea of a wildflower garden came to us a few years ago when a small strip of lawn next to the driveway volunteered itself.

The Dog Days of Summer

The Dog Days of Summer

Haying consumed most of the summer at the farm. Acreage that would take a man all summer to hay in yesteryears takes a few short days in today's world of farming.

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Recipes Worth Keeping

Drawn from Vermont tradition and shaped by the seasons, timeworn and made for everyday tables.

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Artwork by Margaret

My original sketches and photography prints.

West Brookfield Barn

West Brookfield Barn

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Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

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Margaret Freeman Osha

A Creative Life, Shared Here

Margaret Freeman Osha, a sixth-generation Vermonter, is deeply rooted in the state's rural landscape. Her upbringing on a hill farm in Northfield, where she lived and farmed for 45 years, shaped her enduring connection to the land and to the traditions of her ancestors.

In her retirement, Margaret Freeman Osha finds joy in the simple pleasures of life. She immerses herself in nature, taking long walks in the woods, riding her Morgan mare, and tending her garden.

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