Kathryn
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I'm Kathryn - empty-nester, avid reader, chronic pain sufferer and Nan to the best grandchildren ever!

Some 2024 Must-Haves

For most of January I was convalescing after a pretty major op in December. So I’ve had plenty of opportunities to try out my various Christmas bits and bobs. From wearing my fab new necklace from Claire Hill Designs every…

Little Wins

Here are a few more of my favourite beauty products ….. They all go to prove that you really don’t need to spend an arm and a leg to keep yourself moisturised, groomed and looking your best. I’ve mentioned a…

Some New & Traditional Toys & Games

I know it’s still only September but already loads of us are starting to think about Christmas gifts. You can’t go wrong with games that all the family can play, so take a look below … KATAMINO Pocket Katamino is…

Let Me Tell You About …….

Here are a few more of my favourite beauty products ….. They all go to prove that you really don’t need to spend an arm and a leg to keep yourself moisturised, groomed and looking your best. BEAUTY MADE EASY…

A Holiday in Paphos

Below, Kathryn and Nigel tell us about their recent holiday in the Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel and the Athena Beach Hotel in Paphos, Cyprus. We’ve just returned from a real eye-opener of a holiday in Paphos, Cyprus. Cyprus had…

Summer Must-Haves

So a month full of Bank Holidays. May in The UK has never looked so good, though three Mondays off in one month may seem a tad excessive. Take a look below and you’ll see a few of my regular…

Spring ’23 Favourites

Lots of new Beauty Must-Haves here and a few other bits and bobs! Nookary have loads of brilliant eco-friendly refillable cleaning products so it’s well worth noting their website. I’ve been trying out the new Groove Pillow from GroovePillows.co.uk as…

INNSiDE Manchester by MELIA & a Sore Toe

I was 17 when I first went to Manchester for an interview in The University and 18 when I started my degree there. I say that because it’s incredibly hard for me to believe that it was 42 years ago.…

How To Keep Warm This Winter

Worried about keeping warm and paying your energy bills? Read on ……. The nights are well and truly drawing in now and it’s starting to feel really autumnal. Chez Mr and Mrs 50 Plus, the heating is on, albeit mornings…

Kathryn’s Summer Favourites

Beauty Must-Haves, Manta Hair Brush, Favourite Skin Products, Good Books, Useful Household Bits & Bobs …. I wish I didn’t flit between themes so much. Next time I promise a less haphazard Loves, Likes & Must-Haves feature. Vibrant Skin Serums…