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06/04/2015

Rain Clouds & Fresh Air

Rain Clouds & Fresh Air The Oliver\\\'s MadhouseThe last few weeks have been really hard, with rushing around getting things sorted for my operation, and my fear of dying, along with clearing my desk of in terms of work to make sure I had time recuperate, I am not going to lie the recovery period has not really been as it should and in fact I have been pretty much doing everything I did before the operation to remove my gall bladder albeit a little slower and with the exception of lifting. 

For the first week of recuperation I have to say I hated it, I don’t to reliance on others but lifting was taken on my hubs and the nursery run by my parents which meant for a whole week I had no need or real fitness to escape the confines of the house. 

Rain Clouds & Fresh Air The Oliver\\\'s MadhouseBy Good Friday I needed to escape, I needed fresh air, I needed deep cleansing breaths into my very core, or I am sure I would have completely broken down. 

So with the rain flowing softly and the grey clouds still heavy we headed off to the Colwick Country Park, just down the road to investigate what was behind the signage that we had passed so many times before without ever stopping by

Obviously when we arrived the rain was still in full flow, but I for one was just pleased to get out and about in the fresh air. 
Rain Clouds & Fresh Air The Oliver\\\'s MadhouseAlthough it was not what you would class as exploring weather we did encounter some friendly dogs, noisy geese, large puddles and even some cake .. but nothing topped of that feeling of escaping the four walls. 

Even with a small amount of pain it was so nice to finally get out and I didn’t care in the slightest over the rain and the drizzle. 

I felt alive. 

Rain Clouds & Fresh Air The Oliver\\\'s Madhouse

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About Jaime

Jaime Oliver is a multi-award-winning parenting and family blogger from Nottingham who has been sharing her parenting journey online at The Oliver’s Madhouse since 2012. Jaime writes about life with her 2 little boys from days out and adventures to milestones and moments there is no parenting or family topic she wouldn’t share to normalise and celebrate the differences in parenting.



When Jaime is not writing about her family she is can be found writing about her journey of self-discovery in learning to cook and fall in love with her home again on her food and interiors blog notTHATJaimeOliver.com

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  1. Coombemill says

    06/04/2015 at 12:18 am

    So pleased you are up and out, I totally get the 4 walls thing, I also can’t do too long indoors whatever the weather. Looks like you round the perfect retreat for a little fresh air and space.

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  2. Kriss MacDonald says

    06/04/2015 at 2:26 am

    Sorry Jaime I’ve been out of the loop as just moved house – very happy to hear your well and enjoying the fresh air after your operation!!

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  3. Mummy Says says

    06/04/2015 at 6:07 am

    Glad you did get out lovely, fresh air is good for the soul isn’t it. Hope the recovery is easier from here xx

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  4. Mummy Tries says

    06/04/2015 at 6:17 am

    I’m so glad that you managed to get out hon! Sounds like it was a lovely little walk. Really hope you’re properly on the mend now xxx

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  5. Erica Price says

    06/04/2015 at 6:42 am

    It is frustrating when you can’t do the things you usually do. Glad you are on the mend and getting out and about again.

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  6. Clare @ Emmys Mummy says

    06/04/2015 at 7:31 am

    Glad you’re up and about lovely. Take it easy though as know what you’re like!

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  7. Jo @sitstillmonkeys says

    06/04/2015 at 7:41 am

    So pleased you are recovering and the op was a success! Justtake it easy though Mrs. Of course getting fresh air is always good! x

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  8. You Baby Me Mummy says

    06/04/2015 at 7:49 am

    Make sure you get enough rest huni, but I know exactly what you mean about needing to get out of the house x

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  9. jollyjillys says

    06/04/2015 at 7:58 am

    Looks like it was a nice way to get out of the house jaime. Hope you are feeling much better now xxx

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  10. Ali says

    06/04/2015 at 8:42 am

    So glad you’re on the mend and hopefully you’ll get a chance to get out today in this glorious sunshine .

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  11. Maddy@writingbubble says

    06/04/2015 at 10:12 am

    Sounds like you’ve had tough time but here’s hoping the only way is up from now on! Getting out of the house can be a real tonic even in the rain! xx

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  12. Jenni - Odd Socks and Lollipops says

    06/04/2015 at 10:33 am

    Glad to hear everything went ok and you are feeling better for getting out and about. Being outside always makes me feel better.

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  13. Merlinda Little ( @pixiedusk) says

    06/04/2015 at 10:38 am

    Glad that you were able to go out! Always nice to see and feel the outside world! Get well better soon!

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  14. mama syder says

    06/04/2015 at 10:50 am

    Glad you are getting out & about, I know how much an op can drain you. Lovely photos xxx

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  15. Kate @ Family Fever says

    06/04/2015 at 11:36 am

    It must be lovely to get a bit of fresh air after all the worry and stress. Hope you took it slowly though 😉

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  16. LauraCYMFT says

    06/04/2015 at 7:51 pm

    Sounds like you’ve had a tough week. I know what it can be like being stuck indoors so as soon as you can get out, you want out. Hope it has helped you!

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  17. Lisa (mummascribbles) says

    06/04/2015 at 8:31 pm

    So glad you are recovering well, it’s so lovely to get out and about when you’ve been cooped up a bit. Hope recovery keeps going well 🙂 #magicmoments

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  18. Michelle Murray says

    06/04/2015 at 10:26 pm

    So happy to hear your up and out and about. I don’t mind a little bit of drizzle but I am so looking forward to the warmer months #MagicMoments Mummy2Monkeys x

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  19. Sara (@mumturnedmom) says

    07/04/2015 at 12:59 am

    So pleased to hear that you’re up and about lovely. I can completely understand the need to get outside, even in the rain 🙂

    Reply

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