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

Slogan T- Shirts – To Wear Or Not To Wear?

Ok so what’s the consensus on slogan t shirts when you are past ‘a certain age’?  Way back, some time after my 40th birthday, I read a piece in a glossy woman’s magazine, about what you should and shouldn’t wear…

The World of Blogging

Way back in 2006, Mr 50 Plus and I went for a career change. We jumped straight out of our comfort zone into the world of websites and blogging. I had actually worked in newspapers and radio, before my daughters…

Simply Loving A Square Meal!

You can’t get to my age and not have organised a family gathering or two. The last one was for my Mum’s 80th and involved family coming together from various parts of the country. Usually we try to find somewhere…

Holiday Extras Meet and Greet

Holiday Extras Meet and Greet Since I can remember now, we’ve been booking our airport parking via Holiday Extras.  It’s pretty much a no-brainer for us. We usually book a hotel at the same time too actually.  The brilliant thing…

A Short Break At The Scarlet Hotel in Cornwall

Sometimes you visit a place and you simply never want to leave. The Scarlet Hotel in Mawgan Porth is one of those places. Perched high above a beautiful rugged bay on the coast of my favourite part of Cornwall, The…

How Does Light Affect Our Mood?

So how does light affect our mood? If you’ve ever wondered to yourself why you’re a bit less happy in the winter, then read on … What is it about sunshine? The minute the sun comes out and stays out…

Kathryn’s June Top Picks!
My June Top Picks Here are a few of my favourite beauty products, best buys, must haves and top picks. All are inexpensive and have become indispensable to me over the past few months.  I particularly like my KORRES H2Rose…
A Night Out In Cardiff Bay

We’re very fortunate to live near Cardiff Bay. When it’s warm and sunny, it’s at its best but you can’t beat an evening down The Bay either. We love comedy and regularly go to The Glee Club for a laughter…

Jersey Weekend Break

Mr and Mrs 50 Plus have been off gallivanting again.  Below Kathryn tells us all about their recent Jersey Weekend Break … Up until a couple of weeks ago I had never been to any of The Channel Islands. After…