Wednesday, 20th August 2008
Dearest fellow tutu enthusiasts!
Ciao bella! It's Emma here, live from the Eternal City of Rome, where the ancient ruins, breathtaking architecture, and mouth-watering pasta all blend into a symphony of loveliness. This week's Pink Tutu journey brings us to a place steeped in history, artistry, and… well, let's be honest, fabulous food.
Tutu-ing through Train Travel
I simply can't resist the romance of travelling by train. The clickety-clack of the wheels, the gentle swaying motion, the breathtaking views, all combined with my trusty pink tutu – it's a match made in heaven! I took the train from Derbyshire, my little corner of England, to Rome and it was simply delightful. I met the most lovely couple, a German gentleman and his Italian wife, who even helped me perfect my Italian pronunciation. "Grazie mille" was all I could muster in return!
Pink Paradise in the Piazza
Once I arrived in Rome, the magic began. My first stop, naturally, was the Trevi Fountain! How can one not be swept away by the sheer majesty of it all? I imagined myself waltzing amongst the statues, twirling under the cascading water, my pink tutu swirling in the wind – now that's what I call a dramatic entrance! Of course, I followed the age-old tradition and tossed a coin into the fountain, wishing for a return trip to Rome… and maybe, just maybe, for a wardrobe overflowing with even more tutus!
Shopping Spree in the Eternal City
Let's be honest, every girl's got to shop, right? Rome's cobblestone streets are a haven for the fashionably inclined. I lost myself amongst the elegant boutiques, discovering exquisite lace and leather goods, all with a hint of that romantic Roman charm. I even found a tiny shop selling vintage jewellery that looked like it had stepped right out of a scene from a Fellini film! Needless to say, my suitcase is starting to overflow with new additions – it's going to take a miracle to get it all home!
The Majestic Teatro dell'Opera
This evening, I'm off to the Teatro dell'Opera! Can you believe it? A night of classical music and ballet – the perfect ending to my Roman escapade. Imagine me, perched in a velvet-cushioned box, watching graceful dancers move effortlessly across the stage. The twirling, the leaps, the perfect footwork... all a dream!
On This Day…
The 20th of August, 2008, will forever be etched in my heart. The day I conquered the Trevi Fountain with my pink tutu, indulged in the delights of Italian fashion, and got ready for an evening of balletic enchantment. What could possibly be better than this?
The Pink Tutu Project
It's not just about wearing a pink tutu for me. It's about finding the joy in everything, spreading cheer wherever I go, and inspiring others to embrace their own unique styles. Maybe that means a splash of pink here, a little twirl there… Who knows!
So, fellow pink tutu enthusiasts, what are you waiting for? Go on, embrace the pink! You never know where the next adventure will lead you.
See you next week with more tales from Rome!
Ciao!
Emma
www.pink-tutu.com
