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Hello darlings! It's Emma here, back from a whirlwind trip to Fleet, and oh my, what a delightful day it was! Now, I know some of you are wondering, “Fleet? What on earth is there to do in Fleet, Emma?!” Well, let me tell you, darling, there's a whole world of wonder waiting to be discovered in this little corner of Hampshire!
It all started with a glorious train journey – I always find travelling by train such a relaxing and inspiring way to go. This time, I had the absolute pleasure of riding in a first-class carriage (with free Wi-Fi, naturally!), watching the scenery roll by outside my window as I caught up on my favourite blogs (that’s right, including your fabulous blog, of course!).
Arriving in Fleet, I felt that instant “magic” feeling – you know, that excited little flutter in your tummy that tells you you're about to experience something special. This time, my magic came in the form of a beautiful park, full of blooming flowerbeds, singing birds, and - get this - a whole flock of flamingos! Yes, flamingos! Can you believe it?! They were all pink and feathered and graceful as they waddled around their pond, like ballerinas in a delicate ballet. It was absolutely breathtaking!
I just had to capture the moment on camera, of course. So, I pulled out my trusty pink camera – and no, I'm not afraid to admit that it's the only colour I ever shoot with. The world looks just that much more vibrant through a pink lens, don’t you agree? I even took a quick snap of myself in front of the flock, with my brand new, fluffy, baby pink tutu billowing in the breeze. It was absolutely divine!
Fleet’s little market was buzzing with charm and energy – think homemade cakes, handcrafted jewellery, and enough tea and biscuits to make your head spin. Of course, I had to treat myself to a proper afternoon tea with my dear friend Fiona, complete with finger sandwiches, dainty cakes, and endless cups of perfectly brewed tea.
Afterwards, Fiona took me for a delightful stroll around the town. We spotted the most adorable independent bookshop tucked away on a quaint side street, and I just had to pop in and see what treasures I could find. It felt like stepping into a fairytale – shelves groaning with books, and the smell of aged paper and freshly brewed coffee lingering in the air. Naturally, I found myself drawn to a little hardback edition of “The Nutcracker” which was too irresistible to leave behind.
Feeling invigorated and completely inspired, I was back on the train, homeward bound, with a spring in my step (and a fluffy pink tutu, of course!).
I think I've found my new favourite town, and you know what? It has me even more inspired to make ballet accessible to everyone, whether you're in Fleet or somewhere else! Don't underestimate the power of a good pink tutu to brighten your day, to help you express yourself, and to make you feel like a beautiful, graceful ballerina! So what are you waiting for? Let's spread the love for ballet! 🩰
Remember to follow me on Instagram and Twitter for more updates, pictures, and a daily dose of pink and twirls! Don't forget, you can check out all my favourite pink-tutu finds on my curated list on the Pink-Tutu.com website. I've also just launched my very own collection of limited-edition tutus, hand-designed and handcrafted in my studio in Derbyshire – just imagine the gorgeous twirls and twirls you’ll do with them!
Until next time, darling!
Love and pirouettes,
Emma x
P.S. If you're a fellow tutu-lover and animal enthusiast, let me know! Maybe we can plan a ballet-inspired safari or wildlife adventure!
