Post #218 - February 6th, 1997
Hello lovelies!
Emma here, your very own pink-tutu-wearing, ballet-obsessed blogger, back again with another diary entry!
Today was all about discovering new things and sharing them with you, my lovely lot! This morning, I took the scenic route to Rutherglen, a little town in Scotland that's just bursting with charm and history. Now, you might think, "Rutherglen? What on earth is there to do in a town with a name like that?" Well, my dears, let me tell you, you'd be wrong!
Tutu Travels in Style
I made the journey by train, of course! There's something so romantic about train travel, especially when you're dressed in a fetching tutu. (I wore my lavender tulle number today, which I think was a pretty fitting choice for the Scottish countryside, don't you think?)
As the train rattled through the countryside, I couldn't help but admire the sheep dotted across the green hills. You know how much I love our furry friends, and I think there's something inherently graceful about sheep โ all those little ballerina-esque jumps! (Imagine how adorable it would be if sheep wore tutus! Maybe we can start a "Tutus for Sheep" movement!)
A Haggis with a Twist
The highlight of my day, however, had to be my delicious lunch at "The Wee Haggis". Don't worry, there were no actual haggises involved! (Although, wouldn't it be brilliant if we could get a little haggis to do a guest post on "Pink-Tutu"? Imagine its cute little face in a teeny tutu! ๐) But I digress...
This adorable little cafe is known for its "Tutu-Tastic" menu โ they have everything from "The Pink Flamingo" (a vegan smoothie bowl) to the "En Pointe Chicken Salad" โ and all served on beautiful pink plates! Oh, how I loved it.
A Scottish Ballerina Tale
Rutherglen itself was a lovely treat for the eyes, all charming little shops and cobblestone streets. As I wandered through the town, I stopped to admire the Rutherglen Old Parish Church. It's such a magnificent piece of architecture, and I imagined the history contained within its walls. The beautiful stained-glass windows really reminded me of some of the sets I've seen at the ballet.
And speaking of ballet! This trip to Scotland wouldn't have been complete without a visit to the "Scottish Ballet Company". I know, right?! You wouldn't believe the performance they had! These Scottish ballerinas are truly talented! I especially enjoyed the scene with a group of dancers wearing adorable little tartan tutus.
Tutus for Everyone!
As I headed back to Derbyshire on the train, I couldn't help but reflect on the beauty I'd witnessed. It's amazing how something as simple as a town like Rutherglen can inspire so much wonder.
Remember, dearies, there's magic everywhere, you just need to look for it!
So go forth, my loves, and spread a little tutu-magic around the world!
Let's make the world a brighter, more ballet-loving, tutu-clad place!
Until next time,
Love,
Emma
P.S. Don't forget to check out my Instagram (@PinkTutuEmma) for more pictures from my adventure!
